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Assisted living costs in Waconia average about $5,524 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 462 communities in Waconia. Our detailed directory has 5883 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as St. Louis Park, Bloomington and Edina.

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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Photo of Maplewood Assisted Living
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44 Floor plans available
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I would rate them all a 5. They really cared for residents like family. It was ALWAYS CLEAN. They had great activities. Mom was clean. The food was good.
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 Homestead at Maplewood is a 61 unit senior living community that offers both assisted living and memory support services. We are owned and operated by Volunteers of America National Services and have been since we opened in 1995. Volunteers of America National Services is an affiliate of...
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Most important is from the director Rachel stave to the aids and food staff are caring humans!!! The experience has been amazing!!! I would highly recommend this location as staff and property are amazing....
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.
Senior living is about living life your way, with fewer everyday worries and more time for what you enjoy. At StoryPoint White Bear Lake, independent living, assisted living, and memory care offer a welcoming lifestyle that feels comfortable, engaging, and full of possibilities.Independent living...
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They are wonderful!! They had a spot available. They had what we were looking for. The staff and residents are very friendly, helpful, and nice.
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.
Ecumen of Litchfield's main focus is providing quality professional care and services, tailored to individual needs, in an enriching community setting. We accomplish this with our full range of lifestyle choices and care options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, adult...
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Compassionate, helpful & caring staff who treat residents as family, friendly residents, fun activities. My dad enjoyed his stay at his spacious apartment, delicious meals, exercise class, Bingo,...
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.
Cerenity Residence—White Bear Lake is a comfortable, homey 43-apartment community that provides a full range of personal and health care services. Most of our tenants are long-term residents of White Bear Lake; some are even former neighbors. The Residence is part of a continuum of care community...
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Don't know what I would have done if I didn't find Prelude. I was told I could not take him home after being in a transition care facility. I was driving by Prelude and saw a daughter and her mother sitting...
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.
Prelude Homes & Services’ newly constructed Memory Care Cottages are nestled on a wooded site in the Wedgewood Community in Woodbury, Minnesota. The Cottages have been designed with a residential care model in mind, providing a floor plan which provides the familiar feel of a private...
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Photo of StoryPoint Lake Elmo
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At StoryPoint Lake Elmo, you can enjoy the lifestyle you want today while feeling confident about tomorrow. With multiple living options in one connected community, you have the flexibility to choose what fits your needs now, and the reassurance of knowing support is available if those needs...
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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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The Lakes at Stillwater is a welcoming and beautiful facility. The walking trails around Long Lake are well groomed and used by all - even those in walkers. The receptionist is so friendly and knowledgeable....
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.
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Photo of Old Main Village
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The staff has been great to work with. It's taking a while for my parents to come to grips with the fact that they can't move back to their home. But, I think they will be fine. I would recommend the...
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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Elim Shores has been great so far. While the building is older and there are drawbacks with that, the people are great and my mom is definitely feeling at home more and more all the time. I would recommend
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.
On the shores of Mitchell Lake in Eden Prairie you can experience all the comforts of home with convenient shopping and services nearby. Elim Shores is a 63 unit apartment building nestled in a residential setting where our residents are the #1 priority, offering a refreshing change of scenery...
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Photo of Okalee of Medina
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[name removed] was amazing. The staff was always kind and helpful. The facilities are beautiful. At the end the nursing staff had changed to a temp staff so that had some challenges but overall it was a...
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.
Carefree living at Okalee gives you time for the people you love and things you love to do, as the daily details can be done for you. A welcoming environment, exceptional hospitality and a full array of services create a joy-filled life at Okalee, a community that refreshes, revives and helps you...
Photo of StoryPoint Carlson Parkway
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The staff is amazing as well as all of the other tenants. The property is beautiful indoors and out. There is activities to participate in if you choose to almost every day, the food is terrific.
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.
Finding the right senior living community means finding a place where your loved one can feel comfortable, supported, and at home, while giving you confidence in the care available each day. At StoryPoint Carlson Parkway, assisted living and memory care options offer personalized support in a...
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Photo of Suite Living of Lakeville
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My husband said he would not go back. I would find the same stuff on the floor after a few days and I would do a clean up in the bathroom when I was there. He would also say they would be out of certain...
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 Lakeville 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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Photo of Farmington Health Services Trinity Terrace
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Facility and staff are great, only issue has been quality of food has been hit and miss. Apartment size is very good, plenty of storage.
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.
Photo of New Perspective Mahtomedi
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I really appreciate there is someone making home good food for my mom and watching over to make sure she doesn't choke. Her room is kept nice we really appreciate that. We all like that it's a small place...
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.
Offering: Memory CareWith beautifully landscaped grounds and secured gardens, the New Perspective senior living community in Mahtomedi, MN is a friendly retirement village that provides the perfect setting for enjoying beautiful weather. In this village-like space, our residents enjoy coming...
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Everything is pretty wonderful except her mom and laundry can messy at times. Meals are amazing and room size is generous. The only bad thing is the laundry put away is disorganized and her room can be...
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.
Photo of Suite Living of Inver Grove Heights
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Some issues but all facilities have that. Both management and care staff are good. Care staff seems very caring. Food is good. My husband has gained weight. It's a clean building and rooms/baths are good...
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 Inver Grove Heights 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...
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Photo of StoryPoint Waconia
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My experience with the team at New Perspective has been incredible! I own a home care agency in California so I deal with families in crisis all the time. When I found myself having to deal with some very...
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.
Senior living is about living life your way, with fewer everyday worries and more time for what you enjoy. At StoryPoint Waconia, independent living, assisted living, and memory care offer a welcoming lifestyle that feels comfortable, engaging, and full of possibilities.Independent living offers...
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They offer a variety of daily activities. The community is clean and well taken care of. My brother loves the food. This is a smaller community so it works well for him. I would recommend this community.
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 Harbor was opened in 2006 and has 36 home like assisted living apartments. We offer the freedom of independent living blended with the quality services tailored to meet your every need. We offer spacious studio and one bedroom apartments. Each apartment features a full kitchen, including a...
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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.
Welcome!Situated on the western shores of the lake in Spring Park, Lake Minnetonka Shores has become known not only for its stunning park and lakeshore, but also for its extensive housing and service choices. For a setting that offers freedom combined with the comfort of knowing supportive...
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We have not been able to go and visit this community in awhile due to COVID, however our first impression of this community was very good. We really liked how bright it was, and all of the amenities they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Elysian Senior Homes of Chanhassen, community set in the bluffs in Chanhassen on Pioneer Trail between Audubon Road and Powers Blvd.
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This facility is a great fit for my loved one. The staff are friendly and attentive. The food is great. His apartment is comfortable. It's a bit far from the elevator, but he manages. The pricing matched his...
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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Everything is going really well so far. The staff are doing the best that they can. They always keep trying to get mom involved with different activities. Mom says that the food is good sometimes. I know...
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.
The Assisted Living Memory Care Specialists With four locations in Burnsville, Minnetonka, Shakopee and Victoria, Minnesota, Emerald Crest by Augustana Care memory care communities are truly inspired by our residents and families. With a deep knowledge of memory care, we offer a specialized...
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Haven Homes was not adequately staffed to care for my husband who had been diagnosed with advanced Alzheimer's. We picked thi community because of the location-it was near me. I was told by a staff person I...
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.
Haven Homes has faithfully served generations of Maple Plain seniors, providing high quality senior health and living.Haven Homes offers so many amenities, services and living options to live well today with peace of mind for tomorrow. Well-designed apartments and suites, emergency call systems,...
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It is a nice small welcoming community from staff and families, with a great level of enhanced care services and compassionate staff. The perfect place for enhanced care needs for your loved one
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 Shakopee 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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Cost of assisted living in Waconia, MN

The average cost of senior living in Waconia is $5,524 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shakopee, MN with an average of $5,265 per month.

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

Waconia, MN
$5,524/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

Assisted living costs in Waconia, MN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,524/mo
$7,728/mo

Assisted living costs in Waconia, MN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,646/mo
Studio
$4,393/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,826/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,409/mo

Senior living costs in Waconia 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: Waconia, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWaconia, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,524/mo$5,433/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,728/mo$7,754/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$2,992/mo$3,007/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Waconia, MN:$5,524/mo
Minnesota:$5,433/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Waconia, MN:$7,728/mo
Minnesota:$7,754/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Waconia, MN:$2,992/mo
Minnesota:$3,007/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Waconia, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Waconia 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Waconia, MN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Waconia 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
Waconia, MN$5,738/mo$5,215/mo+10.0%
Minnesota$5,610/mo$5,161/mo+8.7%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Waconia, MN
2024 average cost:$5,738/mo
2023 average cost:$5,215/mo
Percent change:+10.0%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$5,610/mo
2023 average cost:$5,161/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Waconia, MN

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Waconia.

What families are saying about assisted living in Waconia

Recent reviews for assisted living in Waconia

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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Wealshire Of Bloomington

5.0
My dad has been at Wealshire of Bloomington for almost three years. My brother and I were looking for a new place for dad as the Alzheimer's disease continued to make it hard for him to make safe decisions. He was very active and the place he was in did not fit as most residents were much ...
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Waconia review score based on 987 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 987 reviews of 462 Waconia assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Waconia 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

Waconia review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Waconia, MN462 facilities
7.9
Shakopee, MN271 facilities
8.0
Hutchinson, MN14 facilities

Review subcategories for Waconia 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 987 reviews of 462 Waconia assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Waconia 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.
Waconia, MN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.3
3.5
Care services
2.9
3.1
Staff
3.2
3.3
Meals & dining
3.0
3.0
Activities
3.0
3.0
Value for cost*
2.9
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Waconia assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waconia assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waconia, 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 Waconia 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 Waconia that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Waconia, MNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61.1%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.2%
34.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.8%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.3%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.5%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.1%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.3%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.9%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Waconia 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 Waconia Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Waconia, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.7%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waconia 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 Waconia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waconia, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.3%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.4%
42.2%
No sugar
No sugar
25.4%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.5%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Waconia 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 Waconia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waconia, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.8%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.7%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waconia 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 Waconia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waconia, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.5%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.6%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.9%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.9%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.4%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.9%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.9%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.3%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
47.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
20.9%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.4%
25.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.8%
47.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Waconia

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 Waconia protect seniors.
Learn about Minnesota assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Havenwood of Burnsville, Havenwood of Buffalo and Hayden Grove St. Anthony are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Waconia, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 462 assisted living facilities near Waconia, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Waconia, Minnesota are Havenwood of Buffalo, Havenwood of Richfield and Gable Pines. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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