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Assisted living costs in Kanabec County average about $3,562 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 86 communities in Kanabec County. Our detailed directory has 193 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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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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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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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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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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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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.
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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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.
GracePointe Crossing is located on a 70-acre campus along the Rum River in Cambridge.  In partnership with Presbyterian Homes and Services, GracePointe offers an array of housing and health care options for seniors.  The GracePointe campus is close to downtown Cambridge, yet tucked in...
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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, 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.
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.
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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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
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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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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.
Photo of St Mary's Villa
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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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 Meadow Ponds
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 Augustana Care Moose Lake Campus
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Photo of Maryhill Manor
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 Parmly On The Lake Assisted Lv
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.
Photo of Parmly Lakeview
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Kanabec County, MN

The average cost of senior living in Kanabec County is $3,562 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Onamia, MN with an average of $2,999 per month.

Assisted living costs in Kanabec County, MN, vs. nearby counties

Kanabec County, MN
$3,562/mo
$3,431/mo
$3,685/mo

Assisted living costs in Kanabec County, MN, vs. state and national averages

Kanabec County, MN
$3,562/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Kanabec County, MN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,562/mo
$3,355/mo

Assisted living costs in Kanabec County, MN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,200/mo
Private
$4,500/mo
Studio
$4,055/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,504/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,443/mo

Senior living costs in Kanabec County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Kanabec County, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKanabec County, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,562/mo$4,282/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$3,355/mo$4,074/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$2,539/mo$3,146/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Kanabec County, MN:$3,562/mo
Minnesota:$4,282/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Kanabec County, MN:$3,355/mo
Minnesota:$4,074/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Kanabec County, MN:$2,539/mo
Minnesota:$3,146/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Kanabec County, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Kanabec County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Kanabec County, MNMN stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Kanabec County, MN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Kanabec County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Kanabec County, MN$5,833/mo$5,060/mo+15.3%
Minnesota$5,030/mo$4,914/mo+2.4%
National$5,202/mo$4,875/mo+6.7%
Kanabec County, MN
2024 average cost:$5,833/mo
2023 average cost:$5,060/mo
Percent change:+15.3%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$5,030/mo
2023 average cost:$4,914/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,202/mo
2023 average cost:$4,875/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Kanabec County, 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 Kanabec County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Kanabec County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Kanabec County

Golden Horizons of Aitkin

4.8
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 food) won her over despite her efforts to be miserable.

Encore at North Branch

4.8
We chose Encore at North branch because the staff that we talked with were wonderful and helpful. We liked that the facility was not too big, some places we looked at were just way too big. And also the location was great for our family. I think they do a fantastic job of offering activities and ...
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The Sanctuary at St. Cloud in Saint Cloud, MN

5.0
Kind and friendly staff. Family and children are always welcome. Being in a carefree, safe envrionment. New, clean rooms and community spaces. Chef [name removed] wonderful cuisine. variety of creative activities., The other residents are full of fun and laughs.

Kanabec County review score based on 48 family reviews

7.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 48 reviews of 73 Kanabec County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Kanabec County 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

Kanabec County review score compared against nearby cities

7.4
Kanabec County, MN73 facilities
8.0
Mora, MN14 facilities
8.0
Quamba, MN10 facilities

Review subcategories for Kanabec County 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 48 reviews of 73 Kanabec County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Kanabec County 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.
Kanabec County, MN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Kanabec County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kanabec County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kanabec County, 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 Kanabec County 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 Kanabec County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Kanabec County, MNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.4%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
19.2%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
35.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.9%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
26%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.4%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Kanabec County 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 Kanabec County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Kanabec County, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
39.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20.5%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.5%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kanabec County 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 Kanabec County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kanabec County, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.5%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.9%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
19.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.8%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Kanabec County 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 Kanabec County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kanabec County, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
11%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.8%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kanabec County 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 Kanabec County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kanabec County, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
19.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.4%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.8%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.9%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
8.2%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.3%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
23.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
9.6%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
4.1%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.2%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Kanabec County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Minnesota assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Kanabec County protect seniors.
Learn about Minnesota assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Golden Horizons of Sandstone, Stoney River Assisted Living and Memory Support and Encore at North Branch are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Kanabec County, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
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