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Assisted living costs in Shanty Town average about $4,764 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 101 communities in Shanty Town. Our detailed directory has 287 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Rochester, Chatfield and Kasson.

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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Ivy Hill Senior Care

519 1st St SW, Faribault, MN 55021
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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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Faribault Senior Living

843 Faribault Rd, Faribault, MN 55021
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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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St. Crispin Living Community

213 Pioneer Rd, Red Wing, MN 55066
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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Potter Ridge

1971 Neal St Ste A, Red Wing, MN 55066
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Eagles Rest

1110 2nd St, Pepin, WI 54759
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Nestled in Pepin, Wisconsin, overlooking the picturesque Mississippi River, our expansive 44,000 square foot facility offers ample space, ensuring every resident enjoys the privacy of their own room. Our serene surroundings boast beautifully landscaped gardens intertwined with meandering...
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Deer Crest Senior Living

470 Hewitt Blvd, Red Wing, MN 55066
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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.
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Thorne Crest Retirement Community

1201 Garfield Ave., Albert Lea, MN 56007
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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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Millstream Commons

210 W 8th Street, Northfield, MN 55057
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Things have gone very well with Millstream Commons so far! It is a nice looking, well kept, clean community, and all of the staff have been very friendly. We would recommend them to others looking into...
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.
Millstream Commons, a Three Links Community, is a 44 apartment unit assisted living located in downtown Northfield, Minnesota. Life at Millstream Commons can be as busy or relaxed as you'd like it to be. Set your own pace---continue lifelong interests, and if you're inclined, participate in the...
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Cottage On Forest

811 Forest Ave, Northfield, MN 55057
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Provides: Memory Care, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Valleyview Of Northfield

812 Linden St N, Northfield, MN 55057
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I'm so thankful for finding this community for mom they are friendly and attentive to her needs.The food is comfort food and is great. It'ss really clean in there and the grounds are well maintained. Mom...
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.
Valleyview of Northfield (formerly Lindenwood) is located in a quiet, suburban Northfield neighborhood. We offer 40 individual rooms and 3 couple rooms for assisted living/memory care on a convenient one-level campus. Living at Valleyview of Northfield is much like living at home in a one-story...
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Riceville Community Rest Home

915 Woodland Ave, Riceville, IA 50466
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Knutson Place Apartments

801 Luther Place, Albert Lea, MN 56007
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Prairie Senior Cottages Of Alb

1602 W Fountain St, Albert Lea, MN 56007
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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.
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Colony Court

200 22nd Ave NE, Waseca, MN 56093
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Benedictine Living Community Northfield

2030 North Avenue, Northfield, MN 55057
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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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Foxdale Memory Care

500 22nd Avenue Northwest, Waseca, MN 56093
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
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Country Paradise

10207 1/2 230th Street East, Hastings, MN 55033
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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Northwood Pines

700 10th St N, Northwood, IA 50459
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Callista Court

1455 W Broadway St, Winona, MN 55987
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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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Evans Memorial Home

1010 N Elm St, Cresco, IA 52136
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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Home and Community Options Inc

1125 Gilmore Ave, Winona, MN 55987
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Faith Lutheran Home

914 Davidson Dr, Osage, IA 50461
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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Osage Rehabilitation and Health

830 S 5th St, Osage, IA 50461
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Traditions of Waterville

117 East Paquin Street, Waterville, MN 56096
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This is a very well maintained and nice looking community. My mother is doing very well since her move. She has adjusted well to it. They have a good staff here, they have been very welcoming and helpful....
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.
Traditions of Waterville offers many different options to fit different lifestyles. -Private dining area that is reservable for private parties-Guest room apartments available for rent-A cozy fireplace nook -A wide variety of activities for everyone! Regular musical entertainment and pie...
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Cresco Care Ctr

701 Vernon Rd, Cresco, IA 52136
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 Shanty Town, MN

The average cost of senior living in Shanty Town is $4,764 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blooming Prairie, MN with an average of $4,238 per month.

Assisted living costs in Shanty Town, MN, vs. state and national averages

Shanty Town, MN
$4,764/mo
Minnesota state
$5,433/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

Assisted living costs in Shanty Town, MN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,764/mo
Memory Care
$6,860/mo
Independent Living
$2,545/mo

Assisted living costs in Shanty Town, MN, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,601/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,065/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,850/mo

Senior living costs in Shanty Town vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Shanty Town, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShanty Town, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,764/mo$5,433/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$6,860/mo$7,754/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$2,545/mo$3,007/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Shanty Town, MN:$4,764/mo
Minnesota:$5,433/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Shanty Town, MN:$6,860/mo
Minnesota:$7,754/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Shanty Town, MN:$2,545/mo
Minnesota:$3,007/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shanty Town, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Shanty Town and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Shanty Town, MNMN stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Shanty Town, MN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shanty Town have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shanty Town, MN$5,431/mo$5,015/mo+8.3%
Minnesota$5,503/mo$5,142/mo+7.0%
National$5,454/mo$5,210/mo+4.7%
Shanty Town, MN
2024 average cost:$5,431/mo
2023 average cost:$5,015/mo
Percent change:+8.3%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$5,503/mo
2023 average cost:$5,142/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,454/mo
2023 average cost:$5,210/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shanty Town, MN

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What families are saying about assisted living in Shanty Town

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shanty Town

Harmony Place

5.0
We choose Harmony Place due to the very friendly staff and the cleanliness of the facility. Due to our experience here so far, we would definitely recommend this facility to other families who are looking.

Thorne Crest Senior Living Community, a CCRC in Albert Lea, MN

4.9
Our experience with Thorne Crest was very short. We set up my parents in independent living and shortly after we moved them in one parent started showing major signs of needing to be put in a memory care unit. Thorne Crest has a small memory care unit with a big waiting list. We needed to look ...
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Windcliff Senior Care in Lake City, MN

5.0
My father lived at Windcliff from July 2013 until he passed away in June 2015. I have been a medical professional for over 28 years. We came across information on Windcliff quite accidentally, and it was an answer to our prayers. All of my siblings had a chance to tour the facility, and meet ...
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Shanty Town review score based on 54 family reviews

7.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 54 reviews of 101 Shanty Town assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shanty Town 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

Shanty Town review score compared against nearby cities

7.1
Shanty Town, MN101 facilities
7.9
Kasson, MN35 facilities
7.6
Lake City, MN160 facilities

Review subcategories for Shanty Town 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 54 reviews of 101 Shanty Town assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shanty Town 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.
Shanty Town, MN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.2
3.4
Friendliness
3.2
3.5
Care services
2.9
3.1
Staff
2.9
3.3
Meals & dining
2.8
3.0
Activities
2.6
3.0
Value for cost*
2.6
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Shanty Town assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shanty Town assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shanty Town, 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 Shanty Town 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 Shanty Town that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shanty Town, MNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41.6%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.9%
34.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.6%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.8%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.7%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
36.6%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shanty Town 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 Shanty Town Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shanty Town, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
45.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.8%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.6%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.8%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shanty Town 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 Shanty Town partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shanty Town, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.9%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.8%
42.2%
No sugar
No sugar
16.8%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.8%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.9%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shanty Town 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 Shanty Town communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shanty Town, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.9%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
21.8%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.9%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shanty Town 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 Shanty Town offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shanty Town, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
24.8%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.9%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.9%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.6%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.7%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.6%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.8%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.9%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.8%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.7%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
30.7%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
10.9%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.9%
25.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.8%
47.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shanty Town

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Minnesota assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Shanty Town protect seniors.
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South Grove Lodge Senior Living, Meadow Lakes Senior Living and Harmony Place are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shanty Town, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
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