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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Gem Lake, MN
Assisted living costs in Gem Lake average about $4,549 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 98 communities in Gem Lake. Our detailed directory has 1052 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.
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9.6
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68 reviews
The staff are great, friendly have been helpful. However they don't have a lot of staff so there's a lot of things that haven't happened for my dad that we've had to talk to them about quite a few times so,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Gable Pines is a beautiful community that opened in June of 2016. Offering options for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Located off County Road E, between 35E and Highway 61- Gable Pines is both close to the action of city living and offers the serenity and nature views of a...
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9.2
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27 reviews
Most important is from the director Rachel stave to the aids and food staff are caring humans!!! The experience has been amazing!!! I would highly recommend this location as staff and property are amazing....
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nestled near the Gem Lake and Lake Shore neighborhoods, The Waters brings a new living experience to White Bear Lake. This senior living community features an on-site restaurant, café, pub and spaces decorated by award-wining interior designer Renée LeJeune Hallberg.At The Waters, your apartment...
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8.0
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8 reviews
Compassionate, helpful & caring staff who treat residents as family, friendly residents, fun activities. My dad enjoyed his stay at his spacious apartment, delicious meals, exercise class, Bingo,...
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.
Cerenity Residence—White Bear Lake is a comfortable, homey 43-apartment community that provides a full range of personal and health care services. Most of our tenants are long-term residents of White Bear Lake; some are even former neighbors. The Residence is part of a continuum of care community...
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9.6
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35 reviews
Easy to work with, friendly family like atmosphere, lovely facilities, great place! I would most definitely recommend The Waters of Oakdale to anybody looking!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Whether you prefer to relax in the comfort of home, explore Oakdale’s amazing parks and nature centers, or shop for deals at the nearby shopping malls, The Waters of Oakdale is the ideal Community for independent senior living. Don’t spend a minute worrying about having the services you need, now...
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9.4
Review score
22 reviews
I don't even have the words to express what we experienced. The care my mother-in-law received was beyond what we thought possible. My mother-in-law was very difficult. Other professionals did not want to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Keystone Place at LaValle Fields is an assisted living community located in tranquil Hugo, Washington County, Minnesota. Hugo is small town filled with places for fishing and small farms that give Hugo a special touch when going for a Sunday drive. There are three lakes locally and one is located...
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9.3
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89 reviews
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.
The Legacy of St. Anthony is an assisted living community located in the heart of the St. Anthony district of Minneapolis, Minnesota. This well wooded district of the city is heavily residential, distancing residents of the Legacy of St. Anthony from the hustle and bustle of the most populated...
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9.2
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9 reviews
After the tour we were impressed with the general environment and pleasant feeling of the place. They had great activities and it is in a wonderful location. She was only there a couple of months.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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9.1
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48 reviews
The activities were fine. They just didn't have nearly enough of them… And the clock the cost was twice what we are repaying now. Based on the experience we have had with New Perspective, we would recommend...
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.
Offering: Assisted Living, Memory CareNew Perspective in Columbia Heights serves seniors in the legendary NE Minneapolis area. Creative interior design combines warm, friendly tones with the beauty and amenities of a fine hotel. Residents of our senior apartment community enjoy the serenity of...
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9.0
Review score
12 reviews
Communication could be worked on like Progress reports would be helpful My mother needs sun on her skin for half an hour a day. She is unable to speak correctly so she is relying on us to communicate....
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Offering: Memory CareWith beautifully landscaped grounds and secured gardens, the New Perspective senior living community in Mahtomedi, MN is a friendly retirement village that provides the perfect setting for enjoying beautiful weather. In this village-like space, our residents enjoy coming...
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9.0
Review score
5 reviews
My loved one is a resident at Suite Living Roseville. The meals could use more variety. Also, the TV needs to be easier to use for the seniors.
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.
Suite Living of Roseville is a 25 private suite Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Community that provides quality care to our seniors, with a personal touch. Our communities are small and intimate, providing a cozy warm atmosphere that feels like home. Suite Living is locally owned and...
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9.0
Review score
6 reviews
Bel Rae is a great place. Very responsive and helpful nursing staff. I would tell others just how friendly the staff is. How clean everything is. Seems more like a fancy hotel than a senior care facility....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Nestled near cozy neighborhoods, creeks and ponds, Bel Rae Senior Living is a locally owned premier senior community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Conveniently located right off Highway 10 and 35W in Mounds View, Bel Rae offers exceptional accommodations and...
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8.7
Review score
16 reviews
I love my apartment and I love the location. Never saw myself as a city dweller but I really appreciate it. The diversity in the people here is a first for me. It’s great. The neighborhood has such...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Welcome to Seven Hills Senior Living!We are so excited to be part of the St Paul area. Our community gives residents lots of St. Paul’s charm and history with it's beautiful craftsmanship and exquisite décor throughout the entire building.We are located on a tree-lined avenue reinvigorated with...
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8.7
Review score
56 reviews
They charge for nursing care as it is used so this saves you money if you don't use it but it gets expensive quickly if you do. They aren't flexible on their meal plan. It is 3 meals a day or ala cart. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Brightondale Senior Campus, part of the SilverCrest family, has been serving the north east suburbs for over 20 years. We are well established in the community, and work with our local partners to bring value to the community. Brightondale has been voted Best Retirement Community by Sun Times...
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8.6
Review score
34 reviews
I would rate them all a 5. They really cared for residents like family. It was ALWAYS CLEAN. They had great activities. Mom was clean. The food was 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 Homestead at Maplewood is a 61 unit senior living community that offers both assisted living and memory support services. We are owned and operated by Volunteers of America National Services and have been since we opened in 1995. Volunteers of America National Services is an affiliate of...
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8.6
Review score
86 reviews
From the minute my sister and I walked into Sunrise of Roseville for our tour we knew this was where we wanted our mother to be. We did visit other places but ultimate decided on Sunrise. It is a smaller...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Located just minutes from both the Minneapolis and St. Paul downtown areas, Sunrise of Roseville just north of the Rosedale Shopping Center. We have been...
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8.6
Review score
60 reviews
We picked this community because It started with (1) attractive facilities (2) Competitive pricing. (3) Staff. Well cared for facility with caring team of staff
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Brookdale North Oaks, we have the deep experience to understand the complexity of Alzheimer’s and dementia at every stage, so if you and your family are considering care for a loved one with dementia, we can help. Our person-centered approach to dementia care is carefully structured to give...
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8.5
Review score
4 reviews
We have already told quite a few people besides my brother and sister in law also. We have nothing but great things to say about the community and the people that work there.
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.
Suite Living of Vadnais Heights is a 32 private suite Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Community that provides quality care to our seniors, with a personal touch. Our communities are small and intimate, providing a cozy warm atmosphere that feels like home. Suite Living is locally owned...
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8.5
Review score
36 reviews
My loved one was only here for a few months. I would have liked the administrators to check in with the resident a few times. Mom wasn't always able to communicate with care attendants very well. We would...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Elk Ridge is a unique memory care community dedicated to residents who are living with Alzheimer's and related dementia. Elk Ridge is part of the Anthem Memory Care family of communities. The dedicated staff of Elk Ridge provides a high level of personalized care as a part of our Pathways of...
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8.4
Review score
10 reviews
The staff at The Lakes at Stillwater are all very nice and friendly. The meals are good, but I would like them to be a little bit more restaurant quality and not so family style. But overall, I give The...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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8.0
Review score
3 reviews
I cannot say enough good things about Good Life Senior Living! Below are some of the things that I found to be exemplary. It’s easy to understand why this facility has won so many awards. PROMPT RESPONSES...
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.
If you are looking for care for your loved one who struggles with Memory, Dementia, or just needs Assisted Care, at Good Life we offer a smaller, more intimate, and more personal setting for our residents to call home. Being at home is such an important part of achieving a higher level of care....
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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7.9
Review score
30 reviews
Mom moved into Chandler Place in [date removed] in independent living. Her apartment is perfect for one person. Laundry machines are free and convenient on her floor. Nursing staff have been very helpful...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Step into Chandler Place and take comfort in knowing that you have come to the right place. We have been a part of the St. Anthony community for many years, delivering a lifestyle of care, value and well-being amidst a beautiful setting.Here you will find a thriving community of residents from...
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7.5
Review score
32 reviews
My Dad has been at Encore at Maplewood for 3 months. He just loves having his own apartment. It’s wonderful that he doesn’t have to worry about taking his medication, doing his laundry or cleaning his...
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.
Encore at Maplewood is a small senior living community located in Maplewood, Minnesota. Here at Encore, we pride ourselves on being a a close knit family and provide our residents with the care and love that we would give to our own family. Our location is in a beautiful environment where...
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Very upfront and very positive about services they can provide. My dad has been there over a month and our expectations have been met beyond what we expected for a new location. Everytime we come, we are...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care Cottage Living in Woodbury and White Bear Lake, Minnesota Prelude Homes & Services Memory Care Cottages seek to create communities where elders are valued, families are family and God is glorified. We do so in our Memory Care Cottages through providing compassionate,...
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We have had a very positive experience with White Pine Senior Living and highly recommend them. They do really well at everything, all the way from administrative to the care. Their communication with the...
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.
At White Pine Senior Living in beautiful White Bear Lake, Minnesota residents can enjoy an affordable later-years experience in sound-proof apartments that come with free cable TV. The fees include everything offered, so no unbudgeted costs will appear on the bill and you can plan effectively for...
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5.5
Review score
9 reviews
1. The reason I'm here, stinks but they helped get me here 2. My home got new Carpet ànd paint, it looks good. 3. Everybody is friendly. 4 . ? 5. Idk how their food is. 6. I go to the "Big house " for...
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.
"Are you on the lookout for a nurturing haven for your loved ones? Welcome to Carefree Cottages of Maplewood, an assisted living community nestled in the picturesque town of Maplewood, Minnesota, just outside Minneapolis. Resting beside a trio of serene ponds and adjacent to the Four Seasons...
Cost of assisted living in Gem Lake, MN
The average cost of senior living in Gem Lake is $4,549 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Grant, MN with an average of $4,369 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gem Lake, MN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gem Lake, MN vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gem Lake vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Gem Lake, MN by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Gem Lake over time
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What families are saying about assisted living in Gem Lake
Recent reviews for assisted living in Gem Lake
Meadow Woods - Martin Luther Campus in Bloomington, MN
5.0
I think they do a great job at Meadow Woods! The staff here is very friendly and easy to work with. They've been very accommodating in regards to some billing issues we've had in regards to getting funding with the VA straightened out. The facility itself is well kept and clean, and they do a ...
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Saint Therese of Woodbury
4.5
Cannot think of one negative thing to say about this facility. It is a beautiful property with many amenities. The staff is amazing. Every level of care is given by extremely professional and kind members of St Therese staff. I was a patient for 6weeks and was extremely happy with everything, ...
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Edgemont Place in Blaine, MN
5.0
My mom was only there for not quite a month and a half and then she passed away. But while she was there they were all so nice to her, and always made sure she was included in activities. I really felt that she was at a good place there.
The food was very good, and if she wasn't hungry at meal ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff. Across several reviews, staff members at various communities are praised for their friendly and welcoming demeanor towards residents and their families. For instance, at Sunrise of Roseville, one review states 'staff are wonderful and kind, my loved one is receiving great care', while another ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Reviews consistently highlight the importance of engaging activities for residents at senior living communities. At The Waters of Oakdale, the team works together to ensure resident engagement on weekends and organizes activities, while at New Perspective Columbia Heights, residents enjoy ex ...
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Consistent and clear communication. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is a major concern for many reviewers. At The Legacy of St. Anthony, the staff at St. Anthony are commended for their responsiveness and for calling residents by name, while at Keystone Place at LaValle Fields, the community's mana ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance. Cleanliness and upkeep are recurring themes in reviews for senior living communities. At Sunrise of Roseville, the facility is described as 'very clean and nice', while at The Legacy of St. Anthony, the staff are praised for keeping the residents' rooms and the facility as a whole well-maint ...
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Homelike atmosphere. Many reviewers express appreciation for the homelike atmosphere at their community. At New Perspective Columbia Heights, the older building and residential area contribute to a warm and welcoming environment, while at Polar Ridge Senior Living, residents enjoy the spacious apartments and hot ...
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Individualized care plans. Tailored care plans are a key factor in providing excellent care for seniors. At The Waters of Oakdale, the team works to accommodate individual residents' needs, and at Keystone Place at LaValle Fields, staff members are praised for genuinely caring about the residents and providing them wi ...
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Gem Lake review score based on 224 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 224 reviews of 88 Gem Lake assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Gem Lake 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
Gem Lake review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Gem Lake 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 224 reviews of 88 Gem Lake assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gem Lake 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.Gem Lake, MN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
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4.1
Activities
3.8
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
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Gem Lake assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gem Lake assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gem Lake, 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 Gem Lake 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 Gem Lake 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
56.8%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.7%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.2%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.7%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.6%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Gem Lake 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 Gem Lake Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gem Lake, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.9%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gem Lake 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 Gem Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gem Lake, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.8%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.2%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Gem Lake 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 Gem Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gem Lake, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.6%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
31.8%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gem Lake 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 Gem Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gem Lake, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.5%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.8%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.6%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.6%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.6%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
44.3%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gem Lake
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 Gem Lake protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Talamore Woodbury, The Waters of Oakdale and Gable Pines are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Gem Lake, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Gem Lake, Minnesota are Talamore Woodbury, Gable Pines and Rose Arbor and Wildflower Lodge. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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