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Assisted living costs in Mille Lacs County average about $3,196 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 99 communities in Mille Lacs County. Our detailed directory has 218 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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My wife was admitted recently following hospitalization for a stroke. While the facility may not be the most modern it is comfortable and inviting. Her room is nice sized and she has a picture window view of...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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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My parents lived at Arlington Place until an apartment opened up closer to myself. During that time my parents were loved and cared for in every way. My mother, a social butterfly before her stroke, came out...
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
Photo of St. Clare Living Community of Mora-The Villag
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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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, 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.
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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.
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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.
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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, 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...
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.
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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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Were very pleased with Sophie's Manor we placed our 90 year old mother there 3 months ago and she has adjusted well to her new home. It has a quaint country home style setting that is lovely and well...
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.
Sophie's Manor Assisted Living is a residential care home located in the beautiful Pine City, Minnesota in Pine County. Our community is located in a beautiful, upscale neighborhood. Trees that bring in a cool breeze and a beautiful environment surround our home. We ensure a high-quality life...
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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.
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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
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, 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, 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.
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.
Bridgeway is designed "senior specific" for excellent accessibility; single-handle faucets, grab bars in the bathroom along with a walk-in shower with seat and adjustable wand, electrical outlets placed higher for ease of use, lever handle door hardware, light switches placed lower for ease of...

Cost of assisted living in Mille Lacs County, MN

The average cost of senior living in Mille Lacs County is $3,196 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Garrison, MN with an average of $2,834 per month.

Assisted living costs in Mille Lacs County, MN, vs. nearby counties

Mille Lacs County, MN
$3,196/mo
$2,999/mo
$4,087/mo

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

Mille Lacs County, MN
$3,196/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,196/mo
$3,160/mo

Assisted living costs in Mille Lacs County, MN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,200/mo
Private
$4,500/mo
Studio
$3,732/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,459/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,082/mo

Senior living costs in Mille Lacs 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: Mille Lacs County, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMille Lacs County, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,196/mo$4,282/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$3,160/mo$4,074/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$2,415/mo$3,146/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Mille Lacs County, MN:$3,196/mo
Minnesota:$4,282/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Mille Lacs County, MN:$3,160/mo
Minnesota:$4,074/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Mille Lacs County, MN:$2,415/mo
Minnesota:$3,146/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Mille Lacs County, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Mille Lacs 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Mille Lacs County, MN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Mille Lacs 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
Mille Lacs County, MN$7,165/mo$3,762/mo+90.5%
Minnesota$5,064/mo$4,849/mo+4.4%
National$4,571/mo$4,534/mo+0.8%
Mille Lacs County, MN
2024 average cost:$7,165/mo
2023 average cost:$3,762/mo
Percent change:+90.5%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$5,064/mo
2023 average cost:$4,849/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
National
2024 average cost:$4,571/mo
2023 average cost:$4,534/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mille Lacs 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 Mille Lacs County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mille Lacs County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mille Lacs 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.

Mille Lacs County review score based on 45 family reviews

7.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 45 reviews of 84 Mille Lacs County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mille Lacs 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

Mille Lacs County review score compared against nearby cities

7.4
Mille Lacs County, MN84 facilities
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Onamia, MN13 facilities
7.6
Bock, MN166 facilities

Review subcategories for Mille Lacs 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 45 reviews of 84 Mille Lacs County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mille Lacs 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.
Mille Lacs County, MN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Mille Lacs County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mille Lacs County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mille Lacs 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 Mille Lacs 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 Mille Lacs County 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
40.5%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.9%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
21.4%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.1%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Mille Lacs 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 Mille Lacs County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mille Lacs County, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.5%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
29.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mille Lacs 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 Mille Lacs County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mille Lacs County, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.8%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.5%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Mille Lacs 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 Mille Lacs County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mille Lacs County, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
8.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mille Lacs 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 Mille Lacs County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mille Lacs County, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
20.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
4.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.2%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
8.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.6%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
22.6%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
9.5%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.2%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mille Lacs 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 Mille Lacs County protect seniors.
Learn about Minnesota assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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