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6 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Deerwood, MN
Assisted living costs in Deerwood average about $2,968 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 6 communities in Deerwood. Our detailed directory has 13 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Brainerd, Crosslake and Baxter.
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I recently had the pleasure of visiting River's Edge, an assisted living community where my grandmother resides, and I have nothing but positive things to say about it. From the moment I walked in, I was...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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We chose Golden Horizons of Aitkin initially because the facility was smaller and easier for her to navigate. Mom really wanted to hate it when she got there. But the friendliness of everyone (and the good...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Golden Horizons of Aitkin is a assisted living community located in the beautiful, rustic town of Aitkin, Aitkin County, Minnesota. Here you will get the chance to enjoy the great outdoors, with the various lakes, parks with walking trails, and recreational activities. Whether you love to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in Deerwood, MN
The average cost of senior living in Deerwood is $2,968 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brainerd, MN with an average of $2,820 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Deerwood, MN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Deerwood, MN vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Deerwood, MN by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Deerwood, MN
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What families are saying about assisted living in Deerwood
Recent reviews for assisted living in Deerwood
Golden Horizons of Crosslake
5.0
We chose this Golden Horizons because of the availability and the location. The room sizes were very nice and spacious. All the staff I met were great, very friendly and helpful and always remembered me. We had a really good experience in the short time she was here and would recommend.
Rivers Edge Assisted Living in Aitkin, MN
5.0
My grandpa has been living at this assisted living facility for a year now and it has been a wonderful experience. The staff are incredibly attentive and caring, always going out of their way to make sure he is comfortable and well taken care of. The facility itself is well-maintained and has a ...
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Golden Horizons of Aitkin
5.0
Thank you so much for your help. [Name removed] really saved me a lot of time and I know I made a better decision because of her help. Everyone has been friendly and welcoming. My loved one spends a lot less time napping. My loved one is making friends and enjoying mealtimes and activities.
Deerwood assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Deerwood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Deerwood, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Deerwood assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Deerwood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Deerwood, MNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
52.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Deerwood assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Deerwood Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Deerwood, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Deerwood assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Deerwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Deerwood, MNNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Deerwood assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Deerwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Deerwood, MNNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
40%
35.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Deerwood assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Deerwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Deerwood, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Deerwood
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Minnesota assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Deerwood protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Rivers Edge Assisted Living, Golden Horizons of Crosslake and Golden Horizons of Aitkin are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Deerwood, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
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