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The cost of independent living in Harris is about $2,717 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 23 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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Mom was brought there having dementia and stage four cancer. The staff has been nothing but wonderful to her and our family, keeping us update on how her day was , how meds are being taken. I staff is used...
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.
Encore at North Branch is a small senior living community located in North Branch, Minnesota. Here at Encore, we pride ourselves on being a a close knit family and provide our residents with the care and love that we would give to our own family. Our location is in a beautiful environment where...
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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.
Unlike other communities that promise a “home-like” atmosphere, Ecumen North Branch has based its entire philosopy on providing a true home for residents and guests.It’s a senior living and health care community that feels a lot like a small town, with four distinct neighborhoodssurrounding a...
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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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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.
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.
Shields Plaza is a quaint, quiet and secure apartment building nestled in a park-like wooded setting in North Branch, MN. - Independent senior living apartment homes - Section 8 affordable subsidized housing - One- and two-bedroom units available - Non-smoking - Comfortable, relaxed atmosphere -...
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What a great place to live! The facility is so clean, the Manager is friendly and professional and the tenants are really nice. It is a well run facility and is always a pleasure to c\visit my Dad there. ...
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.
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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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.
GracePointe Crossing is located on a 70-acre campus along the Rum River in Cambridge.  In partnership with Presbyterian Homes and Services, GracePointe offers an array of housing and health care options for seniors.  The GracePointe campus is close to downtown Cambridge, yet tucked in...
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.
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After looking for assisted living for my dad and visiting Northern Pines, we decided it would be the right place for him. The staff is easy to communicate with and seem knowledgeable about what they’re...
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.
Northern Pines Assisted Living is a quaint assisted living community located in the tranquil town of Pine City, Minnesota in Pine County. Amidst the whispering willows of Pine City, Northern Pines Assisted Living residents can find activities and attractions such as local museums and family...
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Cost of independent living in Harris, MN

The average cost of senior living in Harris is $2,717 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Braham, MN with an average of $2,061 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Harris, MN vs. nearby cities

Harris, MN
$2,717/mo
$2,300/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Harris, MN vs. the state and national average

Harris, MN
$2,717/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Harris vs. other types of senior living

$3,894/mo
Independent Living
$2,717/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Harris, MN by room type

Studio
$4,026/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,900/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,000/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Harris

Recent reviews for independent living in Harris

Encore at North Branch

5.0
The community was very easy to work with and very accommodating. Very nice staff, knowledgeable. Communication was fine, meals were offered 3 meals a day, no special diet options, choices if you wanted something else.

Comforts of Home - St. Croix Falls in Saint Croix Falls, WI

4.8
I am writing up a follow-up to my previous review regarding my mother's care as an Alzheimer's resident at Comforts of Home in St Croix, WI. On my recent visit to see my mom I noticed a considerable improvement in the ability of the staff to care for her advanced Alzheimer's. The staff was so ...
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Harris independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Harris independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Harris, 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 Harris 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 Harris partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Harris, MNNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Harris 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 Harris communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Harris, MNNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
9.1%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Harris 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 Harris offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Harris, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
9.1%
44.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.1%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.1%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
9.1%
31.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
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Encore at North Branch, Ecumen North Branch and Elmhurst Commons are the top-rated independent living facilities near Harris, Minnesota. See full list of communities.

There are 13 independent living facilities near Harris, Minnesota. See the full list.

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