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Assisted living costs in Willow River average about $4,045 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 52 communities in Willow River. Our detailed directory has 76 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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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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My relative has been living at Garden House for a little over a year now. She always tells me how friendly and helpful the staff are. That was a big concern of ours when we were looking for places for her...
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, 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.
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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I needed assistance in choosing a place for my brother, as I had no experience with this before. I feel I got that assistance, with no pressure from either A Place for Mom or from Encompass. We are very...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Encompass Healthcare Assisted Living is located in the beautiful and scenic Superior, Wisconsin. The town of Superior is named for the lake to which it is closely located, the famous Great Lake of Lake Superior. Boating and other outdoor recreation along the shore of the lake. Superior also has...
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
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, 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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We needed a place for my loved one to stay short term, and we chose Keystone Bluffs. Overall, I feel our experience was a good one. There were some things that were supposed to happen but never did such as...
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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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: 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.
Family owned and operated since 1993. Eight bed community-based residential property located in a rural setting.
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.
Cost of assisted living in Willow River, MN
The average cost of senior living in Willow River is $4,045 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McGrath, MN with an average of $3,168 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Willow River, MN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Willow River, MN vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Willow River, MN
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What families are saying about assisted living in Willow River
Recent reviews for assisted living in Willow River
Rivers Edge Assisted Living in Aitkin, MN
5.0
My grandpa has been living at this assisted living facility for a year now and it has been a wonderful experience. The staff are incredibly attentive and caring, always going out of their way to make sure he is comfortable and well taken care of. The facility itself is well-maintained and has a ...
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Golden Horizons of Aitkin
5.0
Thank you so much for your help. [Name removed] really saved me a lot of time and I know I made a better decision because of her help. Everyone has been friendly and welcoming. My loved one spends a lot less time napping. My loved one is making friends and enjoying mealtimes and activities.
Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living
5.0
The staff helped ease the nerves of both family and resident. They were patient and kind explaining the processes they have until my elderly uncle understood what to expect and the expectations expected of him. I love all the activities they offer and how welcoming the home is. I’m always ...
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Willow River assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Willow River assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Willow River, 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 Willow River 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 Willow River that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
44.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13.2%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.1%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.7%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
39.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.1%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
21.1%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.5%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Willow River 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 Willow River Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.1%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.3%
32.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.5%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Willow River 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 Willow River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
2.6%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.6%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
23.7%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.5%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.9%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Willow River 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 Willow River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
7.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.2%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
18.4%
35.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.3%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Willow River 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 Willow River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
18.4%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.5%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.9%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.9%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.5%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.9%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.9%
40.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.8%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.2%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
31.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
18.4%
29.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.5%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.9%
45.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Willow River
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 Willow River protect seniors.
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Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living, Rivers Edge Assisted Living and New Perspective Cloquet and Barnum are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Willow River, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
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