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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Mille Lacs County, MN

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Assisted living costs in Mille Lacs County average about $3,162 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 100 communities in Mille Lacs 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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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
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, 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: 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: 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.
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 Pierz Harmony House
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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Photo of St Mary's Villa Nursing Home
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.
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
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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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After looking for assisted living for my dad and visiting Northern Pines, we decided it would be the right place for him. The staff is easy to communicate with and seem knowledgeable about what they’re...
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.
Northern Pines Assisted Living is a quaint assisted living community located in the tranquil town of Pine City, Minnesota in Pine County. Amidst the whispering willows of Pine City, Northern Pines Assisted Living residents can find activities and attractions such as local museums and family...
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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...
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Compared to what we visited we liked Diamond Willow the best. The food is good, but I would like to see more variety for the memory care unit. The room sizes and the layout of the community are good. They...
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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Cost of assisted living in Mille Lacs County, MN

The average cost of senior living in Mille Lacs County is $3,162 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Garrison, MN with an average of $2,822 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mille Lacs County, MN vs. nearby counties

Mille Lacs County, MN
$3,162/mo
$2,999/mo
$3,947/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mille Lacs County, MN vs. the state and national average

Mille Lacs County, MN
$3,162/mo
U.S. national average
$4,726/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mille Lacs County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,162/mo
$3,134/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Mille Lacs County, MN by room type

Semi-Private
$2,200/mo
Private
$4,000/mo
Studio
$3,432/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,318/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,407/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Mille Lacs County over time

Mille Lacs County, MNMN stateNational

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

Monticello St. Benedict's Community

4.0
Things are going pretty good at this community. Dad seems to like the food and they they offer daily activities. The staff take good care of him and we have good communication with them. I would recommend this community.

Willows Landing in Monticello, MN

4.0
My mom is in the memory care unit. The staff and unit are great. The staff in MC is attentive and pleasant. Mom is well cared for.

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 43 family reviews

6.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 43 reviews of 85 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

6.8
Mille Lacs County, MN85 facilities
0
Onamia, MN13 facilities
7.0
Bock, MN167 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 43 reviews of 85 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.
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Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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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%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.8%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
38.8%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.5%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
23.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.6%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

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
36.5%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.3%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
29.4%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.4%
13.5%
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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
4.7%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.8%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
16.5%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.3%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.7%
13.5%
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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.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
4.7%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.8%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
8.2%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
17.6%
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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.
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Activity director
Activity director
18.8%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
4.7%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.1%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.1%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.9%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.9%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
8.2%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.4%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
21.2%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
9.4%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.9%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.8%
45.1%
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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 ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. 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 regulations

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