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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in North Star, MN
Assisted living costs in North Star average about $3,889 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 15 communities in North Star. Our detailed directory has 64 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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9.8
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34 reviews
The staff is very nice. They take good care of my mother in law. They always have a smile and hello how are you doing? Every time I come to visit. They have a lot of different activities during the week.
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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9.1
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13 reviews
My loved one was previously a resident at Mankato Lodge Senior Living and the whole experience was great. The cleanliness and friendliness were great. The staff, care services and value for cost were also...
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.
Mankato Lodge, professionally managed by Sinceri Senior Living, offers engaging and personalized care focused on the uniqueness of each resident, providing services best suited to your individual needs. We are proud to have been a part of the Mankato community for 24 years. We offer spacious...
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8.7
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16 reviews
Friendly staff, clean and inviting environment. Often see the executive director and other leaders helping and on the floor. You typically don't see this anywhere. Wonderful place for my dad and now my mom.
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.
Offering: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory CareAt New Perspective’s senior living community in Mankato, Minnesota, you’re a short distance from the conveniences you want and need. Within minutes of the community you’ll find the River Hills Mall, six parks, a nature center, a golf club,...
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12 reviews
My loved one was previously a resident at Old Main Village and the overall experience was good. The staff was good. The main guy up front was very helpful! The facility was pretty clean. The move in process...
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.
Old Main Village Senior Living is a part the former Mankato State campus, which was converted into gracious senior living in 1988. We are centrally located in downtown Mankato. We have 73 apartments, each completely unique, with a full kitchen, beautiful tall windows and additional storage space...
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3 reviews
Meals started out great but when chef changed they weren't as good. For activities, a little more variety in musicians coming in would have been nice. Religious Sunday service was just televised. Price...
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.
Birchwood Cottages specializes in memory care, providing assisted living services in an enhanced care home-like setting.PEOPLE are the heart of Birchwood Cottages. We support meaningful connections between team members and residents. This fosters an uplifting and positive environment in which to...
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18 reviews
Overall, the service is great. However, I have experienced some problems with my meds. Not knowing when I'm getting a new one and not always sure what they are for.
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.
With ample walking paths and an adjacent park, Monarch Meadows offers easy access to nature, providing opportunities for reflection and rejuvenation. Our structured programs are designed to enrich our residents' lives by promoting spiritual, recreational or educational benefits with each...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in North Star, MN
The average cost of senior living in North Star is $3,889 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lafayette, MN with an average of $2,923 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in North Star, MN
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What families are saying about assisted living in North Star
Recent reviews for assisted living in North Star
Mankato Lodge Senior Living
5.0
My mother has been living at Mankato Lodge for almost a year now. We have had nothing but great experiences with the staff and residents there. My mother absolutely loves living there. Knowing mom is safe and happy is all we could ever want.
Water's Edge in Mankato, MN
4.1
My mom and my mother in-law have lived here for 3 years. They both felt very at home here. Unfortunately my mother in law passed this year at 102. Everyone here really helped with the loss of my mothers best friend
Old Main Village in Mankato, MN
4.8
The residents go out of their way to invite the newcomer to join them for a movie or bingo or whatever! They will stop a newcomer in the hallway and start a brief conversation. The residents are key. If they seem content, the chances are good the place meets expectations. I would definitely ...
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North Star assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Star assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Star, 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 North Star 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 North Star that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
North Star, MNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
45.5%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
9.1%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.5%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.4%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
36.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in North Star 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 North Star Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
North Star, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
27.3%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.2%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
18.2%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in North Star 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 North Star partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Star, MNNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
35.3%
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Availability of select dining options in North Star 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 North Star communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Star, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Star 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 North Star offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.5%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.1%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in North Star
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 North Star protect seniors.
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Water's Edge, Mankato Lodge Senior Living and Brookdale Mankato are the top-rated assisted living facilities near North Star, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 15 assisted living facilities near North Star, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in North Star, Minnesota is Water's Edge. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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