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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ellendale, MN
The cost of independent living in Ellendale is about $3,212 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 27 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Albert Lea, Austin and Waseca.
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1818 Photos available
8.0
Review score
3 reviews
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...
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.
For over 40 years, Thorne Crest has offered seniors the ability to create a lifestyle of their choosing. During that time we have developed programs and offered services to compliment the changing needs and lifestyles of residents and families. Today Thorne Crest continues a tradition of...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.3
Review score
19 reviews
The staff really care and do a great job treating every resident like family. Activities are great compared to other local places. Room sizes and layouts are a little bit smaller than other places we toured,...
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.
We are a quaint Assisted Living and Memory Care community nestled in a cul-de-sac of neighborhood houses. Both our Timberdale Trace communities are shaped like cottages and only have one level. All of our common spaces are in the center, making it very easy to get to activities and the dining...
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7.0
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3 reviews
It is a very nice facility and very clean. They are adding more activities which is great. The room sizes in memory care are great. I feel my mother in law's room is quite large comparatively speaking.
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.
Oak Park Place Assisted Living Facility located in Albert Lea, Minnesota is a delightful place for seniors. Residents are presented with a variety of therapeutic activities to help them enjoy life to the fullest. While the main goal of Oak Park Place is to provide a place where residents can...
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8.0
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1 review
My loved one is currently resident at Ecumen CountrySide and everything has been great for her so far. We have had a great experience as my loved one has transitioned from her home to Assisted Living. We...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
7.0
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1 review
I would tell others looking that they are having a hard time getting quality qualified personal just like all the other facilities in the area that are in the same business so the turn over rate is high....
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.
Whispering OaksWhispering Oaks assisted living community is located in Ellendale, MN. Ellendale was incorporated in 1901, and came about when the railroad came through. It was named after the railroad president’s wife. You’ll find "country style living" here in a small and quiet town. Churches...
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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Cost of independent living in Ellendale, MN
The average cost of senior living in Ellendale is $3,212 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wells, MN with an average of $2,757 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Ellendale
Recent reviews for independent living in Ellendale
Oak Park Place - Albert Lea
4.4
They really try and involve the community and their decorations are beautiful. The facility is very nice and clean and always decorated. As far as improving, on the memory care side, I have seen no activities with those residents. And with memory care it may be difficult, but they have puzzles ...
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Thorne Crest Senior Living Community, a CCRC in Albert Lea, MN
4.8
This is a very good comforting place for a family member to be. The staff are very caring and helpful with my loved one. They provide good quality care.
Cedars of Austin
4.9
I was very pleased with the care that my husband received while at the Cedars of Austin. The staff was very kind and met all his needs. Every day he had an activity that he would enjoy, from weekly bus trips, bingo, art projects, musical entertainment, and ice cream socials and gathering ...
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Ellendale independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ellendale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ellendale, 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 Ellendale 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 Ellendale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ellendale, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ellendale 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 Ellendale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ellendale, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ellendale 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 Ellendale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ellendale, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cedars of Austin, Traditions of Owatonna II and Thorne Crest Senior Living Community, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ellendale, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Ellendale, Minnesota. See the full list.
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