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Assisted living costs in Forest Mills average about $4,287 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 32 communities in Forest Mills. Our detailed directory has 79 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 Rochester, Cannon Falls and Kenyon.

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Prime Time Living is very welcoming. The staff are very friendly and they are available to address any of my concerns. The community is very nice and clean. I would have loved to stay in the community!
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.
Photo of Madonna Meadows of Rochester
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.
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of assisted living in Forest Mills, MN

The average cost of senior living in Forest Mills is $4,287 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kenyon, MN with an average of $3,686 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forest Mills, MN vs. nearby cities

Forest Mills, MN
$4,287/mo
$4,275/mo
$4,335/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forest Mills, MN vs. the state and national average

Forest Mills, MN
$4,287/mo
U.S. national average
$4,636/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forest Mills vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,287/mo
$4,256/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Forest Mills, MN by room type

Semi-Private
$5,658/mo
Studio
$5,340/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,856/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,665/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Forest Mills over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Forest Mills, MN

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Forest Mills.

What families are saying about assisted living in Forest Mills

Recent reviews for assisted living in Forest Mills

Windcliff Senior Care in Lake City, MN

5.0
My father lived at Windcliff from July 2013 until he passed away in June 2015. I have been a medical professional for over 28 years. We came across information on Windcliff quite accidentally, and it was an answer to our prayers. All of my siblings had a chance to tour the facility, and meet ...
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The Homestead at Rochester

3.7
I would tell others that they need to really check on the meal programs. The meals come from an outside source and the wait staff sometimes are not very good for this environment of people. The food is not very food and that was one of the things that we were sold on. There are a few things they ...
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Cottagewood Memory Care Rochester

4.5
We have been pretty satisfied with Cottagewood so far. They have worked very well with us through a difficult time, and we appreciate it. I would give them a four or four and a half. We don't have any major complaints.

Forest Mills review score based on 27 family reviews

3.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 27 reviews of 29 Forest Mills assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Forest Mills review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Forest Mills review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Forest Mills assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 27 reviews of 29 Forest Mills assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Forest Mills resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Forest Mills, MN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.0
4.6
Care services
3.3
4.2
Staff
3.6
4.5
Meals & dining
3.4
4.1
Activities
3.2
4.1
Value for cost*
3.0
4.1
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Forest Mills assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest Mills assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest Mills, 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 Forest Mills 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 Forest Mills that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
34.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
3.4%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.4%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.1%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
24.1%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Forest Mills 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 Forest Mills Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forest Mills, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.2%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.9%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.9%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forest Mills 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 Forest Mills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest Mills, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.9%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.3%
40.3%
No sugar
No sugar
6.9%
37.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.3%
35.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest Mills 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 Forest Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest Mills, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.9%
31.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.2%
42%
Room service
Room service
13.8%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest Mills 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 Forest Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
17.2%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.2%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.2%
30.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.2%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.8%
37.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.2%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
20.7%
46.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.3%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.2%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Forest Mills

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 Forest Mills protect seniors.

Learn about Minnesota Assisted Living regulations

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Cascade Creek Memory Care, AVIVA River Bend and The Homestead at Rochester are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Forest Mills, Minnesota. See full list of communities.

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