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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Cottage Grove, MN
The cost of independent living in Cottage Grove is about $3,263 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 33 options. Read 265 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
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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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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The search is over! With a location in minutes of everywhere including downtown St. Paul, Hwy 94, the airport and of course the Mall of America, Shamrock Court Apartments provides you with all the comforts of home. Some of our great ammenities include on site laundry, assigned parking,...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled on 18 acres of scenic wooded hills in the charming Battle Creek neighborhood, Afton View offers affordable 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartment homes. These spacious layouts feature ample living space designed with your comfort in mind, and with convenient access to major highways, shopping, and...
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Cost of independent living in Cottage Grove, MN
The average cost of senior living in Cottage Grove is $3,263 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Marys Point, MN with an average of $3,121 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cottage Grove, MN vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Cottage Grove
Recent reviews for independent living in Cottage Grove
Talamore Woodbury
5.0
The staff at Talamore are very nice, helpful, friendly and approachable. They go out of their way for us to have a pleasant experience. My loved one has 19 meals included in her rent and she has liked everything she has tried, especially the build your own omelet and the fish. The building is ...
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Parkshore Senior Campus in Saint Louis Park, MN
4.9
Being out of state we do not get to visit that much, however when we do speak with our loved one she does seem to enjoy the meals and dining service. We do think the overall value for the money is good and based on our experience so far we would recommend the Parkshore Senior Campus to other ...
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Bel Rae Senior Living in Mounds View, MN
4.7
We chose Bel Rae Senior Living because of the newness of the building, the friendly and helpful staff members, and the overall accommodations as well. He has a 1 bedroom apartment and it is a little on the smaller side if your have more furniture. The food is ok and they keep striving to improve ...
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Cottage Grove independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cottage Grove independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cottage Grove, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cottage Grove independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cottage Grove 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
17.2%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.9%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.9%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Cottage Grove independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cottage Grove communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.6%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
37.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.2%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cottage Grove independent 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 independent living communities in Cottage Grove offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.8%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.1%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.2%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
44.8%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
27.6%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.4%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
RosePointe I, Talamore Woodbury and The Lodge at Little Canada are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cottage Grove, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 33 independent living facilities near Cottage Grove, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Cottage Grove, Minnesota are RosePointe I, Talamore Woodbury and Gable Pines. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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