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My loved one is currently a resident at Vernon Terrace of Edina and overall things are great now. The facility is very clean. The friendliness is good, but at one point it was poor. The staff and care...
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.
Vernon Terrace offers beautiful Senior Apartment Living in the heart of Edina, MN. We are conveniently located just blocks from major freeways, shopping, and medical facilities. We have a number of amenities, including free van service to shopping, medical appointments and weekly outings. Free...
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We are so thankful we were able to find this home for our Mom. The house manager ([name removed]) and her staff are wonderful. The facility feels like a home, and not a memory care facility. The staff...
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.
Gracewood Advanced Assisted Living and Men's Memory Care - Highland provides exceptional senior living services in a warm, welcoming, home-like environment. We aim to deliver top-notch care that is affordable and tailored to meet your specific needs.The men's memory care program at Gracewood...
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This community has been very welcoming and caring for my mothers needs. She has made friends and joins in the activities that are offered. The food is also good. The staff members are respectable in all...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Opening August 2012 Welcome to Cherrywood Pointe Senior Living! We are located in a charming wooded area in Roseville, adjacent to the beautiful Langton Lake, and minutes from shopping, both downtowns, clinics and more. At Cherrywood Pointe you will have choices, all in one community. Choices...
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The staff is very friendly and helpful. The facility is very clean. The staff communicates with the family as needed. They also make recommendations to improve care. For example, they helped us find a doctor...
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.
Roitenberg Family Assisted Living Residence is a Jewish assisted living community that is located in the beautiful suburb of St. Louis Park, Hennepin County, Minnesota. Our lovely community is located just minutes from downtown Minnesota and nearby Minnehaha Creek. The location makes St. Louis...
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The next day after we moved my mom in they stopped visitors due to Covid. Luckily she had a first-floor window, so we were able to check-in. The staff is incredible. The management is top notch very caring....
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.
Offering: Assisted Living, Memory CareSurround yourself with the beauty and serenity of nature. Located in the heart of Roseville, Minnesota, our senior assisted living community is nestled among the trees on the shore of beautiful Lake Owasso. Watch eagles soar over the lake and land in the HUGE...
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Activities are provided for the residents that would like to engage in them. The needs of the patients are unpredictable the caregivers have to adjust fairly quick. I really like the flexibility of the...
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.
Mainstreet Village of Richfield, a housing with services community, provides both independent senior living and assisted senior living. Our premier community offers an attractive, welcoming and vibrant community where residents can choose from a mix of housing options, services and amenities that...
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Overall we're very pleased with Bentson Family Assisted Living! They're just really on top of things here. They've got good coverage for anything a senior might need. The staff is friendly and helpful, and...
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.
Bentson Family Assisted Living Residence Distinctive and inviting — discover all the Bentson has to offer. Live life in your own unique way in the comfort of your own 'home' with additional assistance as needed. 48 studio, one and two-bedroom apartments Emergency call systems Access to...
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Great community. Staff is second to none. You can get as much help as you need or as little.
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.
Cecilia's Place Cecilia's Place is a senior residential care home that is located in the small city of Richfield, MN and in Hennepin county. Richfield is located in the St. Paul Region of Minneapolis and is close to the large Long Meadow Lake. The group home setting is local to many devotional...
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We absolutely love York Gardens. I highly recommend it for anyone who is looking a home like feel. We love the privacy we get with the individual units and plenty of space. Food is great, staff is very...
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.
Located near a variety of shopping, retail centers, and Fairview Southdale Hospital, York Gardens offers a range of amenities including: rooftop patios, spa, bistro, theater, salon, libraries, club lounge and concierge to schedule appointments. York Gardens offers the best in senior living with...
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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.
Sunlight senior living of St. Paul, Minnesota places emphasis on making each member feel loved and part of the family from the moment that they arrive, treating them with the same love and care that we would want for our own loved ones. We believe that life is more about being comfortable but...
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Photo of The Preserve at Roseville
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I want to praise, commend & thank the staff for their gentle, bind, persistent approach & care for the residents of care unit. A special 'Shoutout goes memory [names removed]. Thank you!
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.
Nestled up to 52-acres of the Harriett Alexander Wildlife Nature Preserve, The Preserve of Roseville offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care to support you or your loved one within the comfort of their own private apartment home. Our gorgeous community is designed to reflect...
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The staff were friendly, caring and professional. The facility was comfortable and clean. I felt my family member got great care there for a good value.
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 Elder Homestead we strive to achieve a high quality of life for all of our senior citizens. Each resident will need a different level of care, and we can work to make sure that each elderly person has the care needed to maintain a safe living environment. There are many activities and...
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This is a secure small community. The caregivers are attentive. They interact well with the residents and their families. They are aware of what is going on. The food is good and they offer a good variety...
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.
White Pine Senior White Pine Senior Living is located in Fridley, MN, home of the Springbrook Nature Center. Nicknamed Friendly Fridley, this city also boasts four beautiful parks located within it. Here at White Pine Senior Living, we are known for our beautiful community senior housing, with...
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The care was sketchy when we first moved in. Now it's going really well. A hiccup here and there, but nothing of concern. I would recommend this facility- and I imagine it's true w any facility that the...
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.
North Ridge Health and Rehab is an assisted living community located in New Hope, Minnesota. Our residence is only a matter of minutes from New Hope's numerous religious organizations, shopping centers, and restaurants. However, we're also in a beautiful, residential area that offers our...
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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.
Suite Living of Little Canada 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 and...
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My Mother was only here for a month but the time she was here, it was excellent. All of the staff members were wonderful and I could not be more pleased with the care she got. The quality of the staff...
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.
White Pine Advanced Assisted Living and Memory Care of Mendota Heights provides exceptional senior living services in a warm, welcoming, home-like environment. We aim to deliver top-notch care that is affordable and tailored to meet your specific needs.A great alternative to yesterday's nursing...
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Joyful Residential AL is a caring, loving and a “like home” facility. The staff was very professional, patient, friendly and very attentive to my mother’s physical, emotional and spiritual needs. Mother was...
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.
Joyful Residential Assisted Living in Bloomington Minnesota offers a small scale, homelike living experience that is comforting and welcoming. We are located in a quiet, residential neighborhood and offer over 3,000 sq ft of living space. This includes 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms that is each...
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Easy transition. The room was clean and ready to go. Some confusion about the services still an ongoing issue with my mother-in-law but that may be her understanding. Food is excellent.
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 Cerenity Residence Humboldt is located on 514 Humboldt Ave., and provides memory care, for people in the early stages of memory loss, as well as assisted living, transitional care and therapy services. We have served the West Side neighborhood for over 50 years. 25% of our employees live...
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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.
Suite Living of Spring Lake Park 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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We had some frustrations with nursing staff communications at first but staff have since changed and seems better. Activities staff are great and my aunt goes to alot of the activities. NP visits in house...
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.
The Friendship Village of Bloomington is an assisted living community located in the serene area of Bloomington, Hennepin County, Minnesota. The scenic community is surrounded by independent living apartments; a peaceful and calm neighborhood assuring residents of security within the community...
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Meadow Woods Assisted Living has overall been a good experience. The staff has been real helpful and the outreach director has been really helpful. They do have the same activities over and over again. Other...
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.
Meadow Woods, an assisted living residence located in a quiet Bloomington neighborhood on the Minnesota River bluffs, offers the perfect combination of independence and personal care. We encourage your independence by providing choices. Select your floor plan, bring your own furnishings, choose...
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We chose this place for my grandma because it is a nice and clean community. The grounds are well maintained. The activities are great she enjoys that the most, such as movies, bingo and they do crossword...
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.
Embrace the many perks and benefits of a maintenance-free lifestyle and Red Carpet living at our Jaybird Senior Living Assisted Living community, Landings of Minnetonka. Whether you are searching for yourself or a loved one, our Minnetonka assisted living community is designed to help seniors...
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I want you and all of Grace House staff to know how deeply grateful I am to all of you for your work with [name removed] in these last eight or nine months. I know what a difference you made for [name...
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.
Rakhma is not 'a home'; rather it is home, where friends sing together, take walks together, and forgive repeated stories. Rakhma was a pioneer in offering alternatives to the typical long-term care setting, and has been a beacon of light for many families struggling with the devastating effects...
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This community is just perfect, we like the comradery between the residents, they make you feel very welcomed when you come to visit. The staff notify our family within 24hrs regarding anything with our...
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.
Walker Methodist At Westwood Ridge is an assisted living community located in West St. Paul, MN. West St. Paul is a small town on the Mississippi River with about 20,000 residents in Dakota County with several restaurants and shops. Residents who enjoy group outings and social gatherings can go...
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My parents have enjoyed 8+ years of experience living at Walker Place, which is nestled in a South Minneapolis residential area near Lake Harriet. It offers a safe, relaxed, & homey environment. As Mom &...
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.
Walker Methodist Place is an assisted living community located in Minneapolis, MN. Minneapolis is a busy city with about 382,000 residents in Hennepin County with lots of shops, restaurants, movies and shows. Residents who enjoy getting out can go for group activities, they can run errands and...

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Costs of assisted living in the Minneapolis area

The monthly cost of living in assisted living facilities within our Minneapolis partner network is $4,546, a figure that includes floor layouts, amenities, and other fees, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data.[01] This cost includes meals, medication management, access to in-home care (such as ambulatory, diabetic, and incontinence care), and wheelchair-accessible housing amenities.

The starting prices for assisted living in Minneapolis and the neighboring areas — figures that don’t include anything but baseline rental fees — are shown in the accompanying chart below.

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

Minneapolis, MN
$4,550/mo

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

Minneapolis, MN
$4,550/mo
U.S. national average
$4,623/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,550/mo
$4,238/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,882/mo
Private
$9,593/mo
Studio
$4,629/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,203/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,349/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,030/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Minneapolis over time

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What families are saying about assisted living in Minneapolis

Recent reviews for assisted living in Minneapolis

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

Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and dedication of the staff at their community. For instance, at The Harbors Senior Living of Fridley, the family of a resident expresses their appreciation for the level of compassion and attention given to their loved one.
Variety of activities for residents. Residents find joy in the diverse offerings at their communities, such as movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes. For example, at New Perspective Carlson Parkway, the waterside location enables regular fishing trips and the opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities.
Properly cleaned and updated living spaces. Cleanliness is a priority at several communities. At Bel Rae Senior Living, the facilities are kept in excellent condition, with updated carpeting and modern vibes. Residents of Village Shores also appreciate the cleanliness of their living spaces and common areas.
Personalized care for individual needs. Some families mention that the care provided to their loved ones is tailored to their unique requirements. For instance, at Sunrise of Roseville, the staff are praised for accommodating dietary restrictions and individual preferences for meals.
Comfortable communal areas and social opportunities. Several communities offer welcoming common areas where residents can gather and socialize. At Round Lake Senior Living, for example, the living room and dining room are favorite spots for residents to meet and engage with one another.
Convenient location with available transportation. Some families appreciate the ease of access to amenities and services in their community's location. At Sunrise of Golden Valley, the proximity to shops and stores makes errands and outings simpler for residents and their families.
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Minneapolis review score based on 368 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 368 reviews of 144 Minneapolis assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
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Minneapolis review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Minneapolis, MN144 facilities
7.5
Lauderdale, MN157 facilities
7.6
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Review subcategories for Minneapolis 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 368 reviews of 144 Minneapolis assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Minneapolis 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.
Minneapolis, MN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.6
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

How people pay for assisted living in Minneapolis

Using this guide, you can learn how to pay for an assisted living stay using private funds, VA benefits, Medicare, and Medicaid. Information regarding each payment method has been included here.

Private pay methods

Residents in assisted living communities can finance their stays using personal savings, investment returns, pensions, and Social Security income. Yet those aren’t the only options. Other methods seniors typically use to pay for assisted living include:

VA benefits
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Number of veterans who live in Minneapolis

About 18% of Minneapolis veterans are 75+

Veterans looking to move into an assisted living facility should check into potential benefits through the VA that might help.

Notably, the Aid and Attendance benefit assists veterans enrolled in VA health care. This monthly stipend would be in addition to the VA Pension.

A veterans services officer is the best person to ask for assistance with figuring out which benefits might apply to your situation. These experts can be located through the VA or other veterans services organizations, such as the American Legion Post, Disabled American Veterans (DAV) chapter, or Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) outposts. Check with the following government offices and veteran resources for assistance.

Resources for Minneapolis veterans

Government offices

VA Regional Benefit Satellite Office
Minneapolis VA Medical Center
1 Veterans Drive
Minneapolis, MN 55417
Phone: 800-827-1000

St. Paul Regional Benefits Office
1 Federal Drive
St. Paul, MN 55111
Phone: 800-827-1000
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Hennepin County Veterans Service Officers
300 S. Sixth St.
Minneapolis, MN 55487
Phone: 612-348-3300
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

VSOs and veteran resources

Minnesota Veterans of Foreign Wars
Phone: 651-291-1757
Fax: 651-291-2753

Disabled American Veterans Department of Minnesota
State Veterans Service Building, Floor 3
20 W. 12th St.
St. Paul, MN 55155
Phone: 651-291-1212; 888-317-2291
Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

American Legion Minneapolis/Richfield Post 435
6501 Portland Ave.
Richfield, MN 55423
Phone: 612-866-3647

American Legion Minneapolis Post 99
5600 S. 34th Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55417
Phone: 612-724-9909
Hours: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 4 – 8 p.m.; Fridays, 4 – 9 p.m.

Giantvalley American Legion
3751 Minnehaha Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Phone: 612-729-6824
Hours: Monday through Sunday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

American Legion Department of Minnesota
20 W. 12th St., Room 300-A
St. Paul, MN 55155
Phone: 651-291-1800; 866-259-9163
Fax: 651-291-1057

Medicaid

Medical Assistance (MA), which is Minnesota’s Medicaid program, can help with assisted living expenses in some cases. Medicaid waivers cover in-home medical care services, such as Minnesota’s Home & Community-Based Services program, for seniors who need help with daily living tasks. Find a full list of the services MA covers here, and learn more about eligibility requirements. For Medicaid advice and alternatives, contact local resources like the ombudsman program or the Area Agency on Aging, which in Minneapolis is known as Trellis.

Minnesota outlines information on how seniors 65 and older should apply for MA at the state Department of Human Services’ website. In short, seniors can apply for coverage using a paper application and mail it in, or they can take the application to their local county or tribal health care office. In Hennepin County, for example, that’s the Hennepin County Human Services & Public Health Department. Alternately, seniors can call 651-431-2670 or 800-657-3739 and request having an application mailed to them.

Note that some seniors may also be eligible for Minnesota’s Elderly Waiver program, which offers financial support for services (personal care assistance and skilled nursing care) that enable seniors to stay in their own homes (which also includes assisted living facilities). Seniors must qualify for Medical Assistance to be eligible for the Elderly Waiver.

Minneapolis resident Medicaid resources

Medicaid application offices and assistance

Minnesota Medicaid Ombudsman
Phone: 651-431-2660; 800-657-3729
Email: dhsombudsman.smhcp@state.mn.us

Trellis: Area Agency on Aging
1265 Grey Fox Road, Suite 2
Arden Hills, MN 55112
Phone: 651-641-8612

Hennepin County Health Care Assistance
Phone: 612-596-1300; 844-803-8466
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

MHCP Provider Resource Center
Phone: 651-431-2700; 800-366-5411

Medicare

Assisted living residents are typically more independent than nursing home residents but require supervision and assistance with non-medical tasks; this kind of non-medical care is called custodial care and is typically not covered by Medicare.  In short, Medicare doesn’t cover seniors’ rent or assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) in assisted living facilities, but it covers medical costs.

In some cases, Medicare Part A may cover skilled nursing care, such as when a licensed physician or certified nurse practitioner typically provides or oversees services like physical therapy and dressing changes for wounds. To learn all the details about what applicable services Medicare does and does not cover, visit the official Medicare website, call 1-800-MEDICARE, or go to your neighborhood Social Security Administration office for more information.

Medicare Savings Plans (MSP) and Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidy (LIS) help seniors pay for Medicare Part A and B, including monthly premiums, deductibles, copays, and coinsurance. To apply for these programs, seniors can call the Senior LinkAge Line or access the application link through the Social Security website.

The Minnesota Board on Aging offers prescription medicine cost-saving assistance to people of all ages and economic brackets, and its Senior LinkAge Line can direct callers to patient assistance programs offered by manufacturers and help them complete applications.

Seniors in Minnesota can also receive free health insurance advice through the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) in person or over the phone. SHIP can help seniors compare insurance plans, understand their coverage options, and select the best plan. Additional state and local programs may be available based on income, assets, and other factors. Seniors can contact the Minnesota Board on Aging website or Senior LinkAge Line for more information and guidance on eligibility. Seniors who require or are receiving long-term care can also access additional resources through the local ombudsman agency, which is the best resource for helping seniors gain the benefits to which they’re entitled.

Minneapolis resident Medicare resources

Minneapolis Medicare resources

Social Security Administration Office
1811 Chicago Ave., Suite 1
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Phone: 855-257-0982
Fax: 833-902-2688

Office of Ombudsman for Long-Term Care
540 Cedar St.
St. Paul, MN 55101
Phone: 800-657-3591

Senior LinkAge
540 Cedar St.
St. Paul, MN 55164
Phone: 800-333-2433
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

State Health Insurance Help Program (SHIP)
Phone: 800-333-2433
Email: info@shiphelp.org

Understand Minnesota laws and regulations for assisted living facilities

The Minnesota Department of Health issues licenses and regulates assisted living facilities in Minnesota. To obtain licensure in Minnesota, facilities must submit to an application process, comply with state laws, and have ongoing inspections. Inspections cover several facets of assisted living services, such as resident rights, medicine administration, resident care, and food service.

Minnesota laws and regulations

The rules for registering and running assisted living facilities in Minnesota, and the obligations of both residents and providers, are outlined in Chapter 144G of the state’s legislation titled Assisted Living Services and Home Care Licensing. The licensing criteria for assisted living facilities in Minnesota are outlined in Chapter 4659 of the Minnesota Rules regarding assisted living licensure, along with specifications for the physical plant, resident care, staffing, and food service.

Some of the regulations that assisted living facilities must meet are as follows:

  • A licensed assisted living director must be in charge at all facilities.
  • At least one clinical nurse supervisor must be employed by the facility. This is allowed to be the same person as the director.
  • While no staff-to-resident ratios are required, facilities must have enough staff members to meet the needs of all residents at all times.
  • Staffing plans must be reviewed at least two times per year.
  • Assisted living facilities must adhere to all safety and fire codes.
  • Three nutritious daily meals, as well as snacks, must be provided.
  • Food menus must be made available to residents a week in advance.

The assisted living facilities must also comply with the Minnesota Bill of Rights for Assisted Living Residents.

Inspections and reports

Inspections will take place a minimum of once every two years. These visits will not be announced and can happen at any time of day to make sure all regulations and laws are being correctly followed.

Minnesota’s Health Department allows the public to view inspection reports and licenses for assisted living facilities. The website also offers a searchable directory of authorized assisted living facilities, which includes details like the facility’s name, address, and licensed bed capacity.

Minnesota Department of Health contact information

Minnesota Department of Health
625 Robert St. N
St Paul, MN 55164
Phone: 651-201-5000
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

COVID-19 regulations for Minneapolis assisted living facilities

No COVID laws are in effect specifically for assisted living complexes in Minneapolis. The city’s Health Department promotes information sharing about COVID testing sites, guidelines, community spread, treatments, and more. In general, assisted living communities in Minneapolis follow these guidelines:[02]

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Vaccinations.

Staff members and visitors are encouraged to have their COVID-19 immunizations up-to-date, including any booster doses.

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Masking.

Wearing masks is not a requirement.

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Facility cleanliness.

The management should work to improve their facilities’ ventilation systems, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Staff safety.

Regular hand washing or use of a hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol is recommended.

What to expect from assisted living in Minneapolis

Minneapolis offers diverse elder care options, particularly assisted living, which provides seniors with long-term housing and care that supports them through activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and meal prep. Seniors in assisted living in Minneapolis can expect personalized care, nutritious meals, a wide range of social activities to cater to a variety of interests, and a sense of community in safe residential settings.

Available facilities and combinations of care

Within a 10-mile radius of downtown Minneapolis, A Place for Mom partners with 61 assisted living facilities. Thirteen of these are standalone assisted living centers or homes; six are combination assisted living and independent living facilities; 20 are combination assisted living and memory care facilities; and 21 are a combination of assisted living, independent living, and memory care. One facility combines assisted living, adult day care, and memory care services.

Looking within a 25-mile radius of downtown, which includes even more of St. Paul, seniors and their families can find additional possibilities, including nineteen more standalone assisted living facilities and homes; four additional assisted living and independent living combination facilities; 27 assisted living/memory care places; 27 combination assisted living, and independent living, memory care communities.

Life in Minneapolis assisted living

Even within urban Minneapolis, and in proximity to big-city amenities, assisted living communities often take care to create more tranquil, wooded settings that take full advantage of Minnesota’s lake-effect weather and mild summers to encourage residents to relax outdoors. Many communities design their environments, from architecture to programming, to promote social engagement and life enrichment. Pastimes at many locations include bingo games, fun outings, book club meetings, religious services, movie nights, and more.

Around-the-clock health care services in-house and nearby

Nearly all assisted living communities in Minneapolis have staff awake and available 24/7. Nearly 80% of communities within A Place for Mom’s assisted living network offer some form of memory care, and 83% offer hospice services on-site.[01] Additionally, 73% of facilities bring in occupational, physical, or speech therapists and podiatrists to visit and treat residents with specific care needs. Staff members typically also manage medication (at 82% of locations), and many specialize in diabetic care and incontinence care for residents.

Convenient living and transportation arrangements

Two-thirds of communities offer complimentary transportation, and nearly half offer at-cost transportation, so seniors can easily run errands and visit doctors. Options are also available for those with mobility challenges.

Minneapolis assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Minneapolis assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Minneapolis, 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Minneapolis, MNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.4%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.4%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.9%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.9%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.3%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.1%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.7%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Minneapolis, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.3%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.4%
13.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Minneapolis, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
22.9%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.9%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
14.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Minneapolis, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.9%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
36.1%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9%
17.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Minneapolis, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.5%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.8%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.9%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.6%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.9%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.7%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
47.2%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
20.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.8%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.7%
45.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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46,479

Number of seniors over the age of 65 currently living in Minneapolis

11%
Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the Minneapolis population
$44,825

Median annual income for Minneapolis seniors 65 and older

Health care for seniors in Minneapolis

Minneapolis offers various health care options for seniors, including a nationally recognized hospital and numerous other well-known ones. There is also a VA clinic nearby for veterans. Learn more about the best hospitals in Minneapolis by going through the resources below.

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Abbott Northwestern Hospital

In Minneapolis, Abbott Northwestern Hospital provides general medical and surgical services. It is highly rated in seven adult specialties and 18 treatments, and it’s nationally ranked in one adult specialty, according to the U.S. News & World Report.

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Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital

Saint Louis Park is home to Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital, a general medical and surgical center that ranks highly in 14 adult treatments and conditions, according to the U.S. News & World Report.

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M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center 

According to U.S. News & World Report, this facility performs well in one adult specialty and eight procedures and conditions.

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Minneapolis VA Center

The Veterans Administration’s main campus offers primary care as well as specialty health services such as surgery, psychiatry, oncology, and more.

Transportation for seniors in Minneapolis

A Place for Mom’s partner assisted living communities make life a little easier by offering transportation options. Nearly half of our partner facilities offer at-cost transportation, while 67% provide it for free. There are, of course, many other options for getting around the Twin Cities.

Minneapolis is set up to allow flexibility in transportation. Although half of Minneapolis residents drive to get around, 36% prefer biking, and 22% choose public transportation. For shorter distances, residents tend to prefer walking, cycling, and public transportation to get from point A to point B.[07] The city features a bike-sharing scheme with 100 kiosks, and it’s home to plentiful public transportation choices, including buses, light rail, and commuter trains.

The city’s natural setting provides numerous pathways for walking and running. Moreover, there are approximately 34 miles of approved bike lanes, which explains why Walk Score ranks it as a top bikeable city in the United States. Walk Score also ranks Minneapolis 71 out of 100, taking into account walking routes and public density. Metro Transportation, Minneapolis’ public transit system, supports environmentally friendly commuting options like carpooling, vanpooling, walking, and biking to work.

Seniors 65 and over can use the Metro Transit reduced rate for seniors to access cheaper bus and train fares. Metro Transit’s high-frequency network serves 14 popular routes with such frequent service that it offers no timetable. In addition, the Northeast Seniors Rides program arranges for volunteer drivers to transport seniors aged 60 and up to appointments around Northeast Minneapolis.

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71

Walk Score

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Transit Score

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Bike Score

Senior activities in Minneapolis

Minneapolis offers vibrant city life with blue lakes, tall buildings, an active art scene, and upscale entertainment options.

Outdoor excursions are plentiful. Lake Harriet features scenic trails for biking, running, and strolling, while the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is famous for its famous California sea lion show, big cats, gorillas, and giraffes. There’s on-site and street parking and public transportation nearby as well.

Art and history lovers have plenty to see in the Twin Cities. The Minneapolis Institute of Art (MIA) offers free tours, classes, and events for all ages. The Walker Art Center is another gem that provides an immersive experience ranging from modern art installations to community-building programs.

Catch contemporary dance, experimental theater, and new classical music performances there at a reduced ticket rate for seniors. To learn more about Minneapolis, check out the Mill City Museum, a great place to learn about the city’s history through activities designed for all ages. It’s open on Thursdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. until early evening; admission is discounted for veterans and those over 65.

Seniors who enjoy classical music can visit the Minnesota Orchestra, which has a Grammy Award-winning ensemble and a reputation for delivering world-class performances. The Orchestra Hall is accessible for people with impairments, with special parking places, ramps, and elevators serving all levels on the lobby’s east and west sides. Those who love modern music might attend a concert at the historic First Avenue venue, which is also wheelchair accessible. Or head to U.S. Bank Stadium to see your favorite singer perform or catch a Minnesota Vikings football game. The stadium also has ramps, elevators, and wheelchair-accessible seating on all levels. Before purchasing a ticket, inquire about additional ADA accommodations.

Seniors can also find community and senior centers to help fill their dance cards. The Shorewood Community & Event Center hosts activities like knitting, beading, quilting, and support groups. The Nokomis Healthy Seniors Center also offers social meetings, reasonably priced health and wellness programs, transportation, support groups, and exercise classes. Find other senior-specific materials on the Minnesota Association for Senior Services’ website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Talamore Woodbury, The Waters of Oakdale and Gable Pines are the top-rated Assisted Living facilities near Minneapolis, MN. These Assisted Living facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.

The average cost of Assisted Living in Minneapolis is $4,550 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.

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  2. Minneapolis, C. O. (n.d.). COVID-19 vaccines.

  3. U.S. News & World Report. (2023). Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, MN – Rankings, Ratings & Photos

  4. U.S. News & World Report. (2023). Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital in Saint Louis Park, MN – Rankings, Ratings & Photos

  5. U.S. News & World Report. (2023). M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis, MN – Rankings, Ratings & Photos | US News Best Hospitals Rankings

     

  6. Veterans Affairs. (2023). VA Minneapolis health care.

  7. Minneapolis Transportation Action Plan. (n.d.-b). How people move in Minneapolis.

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