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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Scandia, MN
Assisted living costs in Scandia average about $4,517 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 15 communities in Scandia. Our detailed directory has 9 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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October Cottage Eldercare-[name removed] AFC Home is a top notch place for anyone that you love and care for. I have experienced dealing with many nursing homes that were a problem but this place gives you...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
'September Cottage' is licensed and has been providing care since 2010.September Cottage offers elderly care all on one spacious level. We are nestled in a beautiful setting on nearly seven acres for abundant nature and wildlife viewing. There is a formal dining room...
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Given how difficult the times were and now always being able to allowed to visit we did find the staff to be very warm, caring and loving people. Our loved ones time there was a little rough at first, but...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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.
The Royal Oaks is an assisted living community located on the western border of Wisconsin, in the city of Osceola. Located less than a mile from the Saint Croix River and practically overgrown with nearby forests, Osceola is a perfect place for enjoying long walks in the woods or picnics on a...
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Home is always clean. Great interactions with staff. Always willing to cooperate. [name removed] had knee surgery and more than happy to work with her to exercise. [name removed]an awesome job. Well worth...
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.
Country Comfort Eldercare is a warm and nurturing home that welcomes individuals who are moving on to the next stages of their lives. Located in the serene town of Lindstrom, Minnesota, those who live at Country Comfort Eldercare will get the most of their experience while transitioning to a new...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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, 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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 Forest Lake 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...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: 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: 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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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.
Meadows on Fairview is modern construction with an Arts and Crafts, prairie-style design. We offer an apartment home setting for adults age 62 and older who need daily assistance. For those with mild to moderate memory loss, The Cottage at Meadows on Fairview offers memory care. As your needs...
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Cost of assisted living in Scandia, MN
The average cost of senior living in Scandia is $4,517 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Columbus, MN with an average of $4,277 per month.
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Scandia, MN by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Scandia, MN
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What families are saying about assisted living in Scandia
Recent reviews for assisted living in Scandia
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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The Bluffs Advanced Memory Care in Hudson, WI
5.0
It's quite cheap compared to the others that we looked at. Being that it's brand new the cleanliness is very good. Much cleaner and newer than the other places. We've had no issues with the care so far. My father did slip and fall but they caught him on the way down and they called me right ...
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Scandia assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Scandia assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Scandia, 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 Scandia 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 Scandia that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Scandia, MNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
35.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.4%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
78.6%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.9%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
35.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
7.1%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Scandia 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 Scandia Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Scandia, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.4%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Scandia 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 Scandia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Scandia, MNNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Scandia 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 Scandia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Scandia, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
7.1%
35.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Scandia 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 Scandia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Scandia, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.1%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.4%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
34.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
7.1%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Scandia
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 Scandia protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Waters of Oakdale, Gable Pines and September Cottage Eldercare are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Scandia, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 15 assisted living facilities near Scandia, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Scandia, Minnesota is Gable Pines. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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