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The cost of independent living in Lester Prairie is about $3,271 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 544 options. Read 5513 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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Photo of New Perspective Minnetonka
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Great environment and cozy homey feel. We like the friendly staff and they genuinely try to get to know each resident. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their 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.
New Perspective Minnetonka provides assisted living and memory care at the intersection of Highway 7 and 101, near Lake Minnetonka, local shops, and top medical providers including Park Nicollet and North Memorial Health. Residents enjoy chef-prepared meals, wellness programs, and memory care...
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My dad feels known by all staff, multiple "hello's using his first name when he's in the building. Staff in shows kindness friendliness, compassion. Weekly Thursday social hours are very inclusive, often...
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.
Located within walking distances of shops, restaurants and movie theaters, you can also take advantage of spa services, a screening room and fine dining without ever leaving the comfort of home. By combining a sophisticated architectural design with high-quality amenities, The Waters on 50th is a...
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After touring multiple facilities over two and a half years, I finally discovered Abiitan in downtown Minneapolis. Although it was built roughly eight years ago, it looks and feels brand new. The shared...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Opened in 2017, Abiitan Mill City offers one-of-a-kind 55+ sophisticated senior living in the Mill City neighborhood of Minneapolis. We are proud to be an Ecumen community with more than 150 years of experience. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care in the heart of the...
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All 5's. Just a wonderful facility for us and Mom. It's a friendly community. Great independent living. There are good community activities. Families are welcome.
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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5 on everything. My Dad was there the last 3 months of his life and wish we would have gotten him there sooner. The staff was wonderful and took great care of him right through his last day. Very attentive...
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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My experience has always been good, so 5. Cleanliness and friendliness is a 5. Quality of care a 5. Like the staff. Mom says the food isn't always good. Could have more activity. Too much money for what she...
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.
If you’ve reached the stage of your life where you’re ready to leave the housekeeping, laundry and daily chores to someone else and enjoy your life, then we’re just what you’re looking for. Our assisted living community in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area provides the independence you...
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Her room exceeded expectations. The staff is good at responding to questions and concerns. They provide many activities that give residents a chance to interact. I would recommend to others.
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.
About the communityStoney River Assisted Living and Memory SupportWelcome to Stoney River of Ramsey, serving adults in the Ramsey and surrounding area. Stoney River of Ramsey is an extension of Health Dimensions GroupThe lifestyle at this community supports residents in the next phase of life....
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I only needed room and board from Sunrise and assistance with bathing. They met those needs although some meals could have been better. My therapists came from outside so I can't speak to those services. The...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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The facility dropped the assisted living and memory units and became a 55+ senior living facility last [date removed]. The executive director left effective [Date Removed] She was replaced with an interim...
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 Waterford Manor has been carefully designed to reflect the warmth and personality of those who make it their home. Adjacent to a park, The Waterford campus encompasses a wildlife refuge, expansive grounds with paved walking paths and lovely gardens. The Waterford welcomes you with caring...
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Overall the experience has been really good. The residents are wonderful and instantly welcoming. I've heard that is not the case everywhere but my mom had so many people ask her to join them for meals and...
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.
The Waters of Kingsley Shores and Kingsley Place is located in the beautiful town of Lakeville, Dakota County, Minnesota. Lakeville is a community full of recreational opportunities including numerous parks and lakes for activities as well as gorgeous scenic views. If you love the natural world,...
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Photo of The Harbors Senior Living of Fridley
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[name removed] from a place for Mom was a 10+ and that resident is settling in to his new home. Any memory care is a huge adjustment but they try to make it as seamless as possible. There are many great...
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.
Our community has the latest technology needed to give the best care to our residents to assure cares and wait times are at a minimum at all times as we are a newer community built in 2017Our management staff has over 25 years of combined experience in the industry, priding ourselves in "best of"...
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Does staff seem trained? Does staff seem to actually care about the patient? The staff at Autumn Glen is well trained and very caring.
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.
Step into Autumn Glen Senior Living and take comfort in knowing that you have come to the right place. The community opened in 2015 and has a focus on delivering a lifestyle of care, value and well-being amidst a beautiful setting. It is our commitment to help each resident lead a purposeful life...
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We have been here for 2.5 months now, and I have been here on site basically every day. Even though the place is quite expensive, I am honestly ranking them as 5/5 for every one of those questions. I've been...
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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From what I have seen and experienced personally, I would give Windermere a 5 on items 1 - 7. However, it's difficult to give a high mark for item 8 simply because the cost is beyond what people of modest...
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.
Benedictine Windermere Way frees you from home maintenance, offering beautiful, spacious apartments, resort-inspired amenities, outdoor decks, patios and colorful gardens. Windermere Bluff Neighborhood Park is just across the street.Delicious culinary experiences are available in the...
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The staff was so friendly. It was very clean and they had a wonderful girl doing activities., I would definitely recommend it to others. The social worker was very accommodating.
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.
BeeHive Homes of Lakeville is a brand new, small, intimate, home-like setting nestled in a protected nature area, conveniently located near shopping, City offices and Senior Center. BeeHive Homes is a national franchise with over 200 Homes. BeeHive Homes' philosophy is that we offer an intimate...
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I was given a tour by the Director of Plant Operations. He took me throughout the entire facility, showing me the different types of care, and explaining everything that’s available. It’s a very clean and...
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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The staff was very good to my father. They brought in superior hospice and that helped him immensely. I would recommend that for anybody that's having issues in that facility. The food definitely changed...
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.
New Perspective Rosedale offers assisted living and memory care in a warm, welcoming community just minutes from Rosedale Center, local parks, and top medical providers including Regions Hospital and nearby clinics. Our days are designed to bring purpose, comfort, and joy — from chef-prepared...
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The experience is great. The room is very spacious. The caregivers are awesome. They go out of their way to give my husband special attention. He likes the food.
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.
Village Shores Senior Community is located in Richfield, Minnesota’s thriving urban center. Located in the Lakes of Lyndale District, Village Shores is surrounded by Wood Lake and Richfield Lake which offer walking trails and green spaces for residents. In addition, the location offers many...
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Nothing comes to mind to add to the review about the facility. Room Sizes and amenities are fine. There are not specific ways they could improve.
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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Staff here is wonderful, they always seem happy and very helpful. There seems to be something going on everyday through the weekdays but things seem to go to your own resources on the weekends. There are 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.
Offering: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory CareAt New Perspective’s senior living community in Mankato, Minnesota, you’re a short distance from the conveniences you want and need. Within minutes of the community you’ll find the River Hills Mall, six parks, a nature center, a golf club,...
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We were very happy that we chose Lino Lakes Memory Care for our Mom. They took very good care of her and treated both her and us with respect. I would recommend them to anyone.
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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It is very clean, rooms are spacious. Food options are wonderful. Plenty of activities on a daily basis. Staff are great and supportive. I would recommend. It has just been bought by Monarch so there is...
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.
Step into Chandler Place and take comfort in knowing that you have come to the right place. We have been a part of the St. Anthony community for many years, delivering a lifestyle of care, value and well-being amidst a beautiful setting.Here you will find a thriving community of residents from...
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The staff treated Mom like family. When she went into the hospital and then into the nursing home, they called often to ask how she was doing. We were very disappointed when she wasn't able to return to...
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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They had the perfect unit for mom. A little larger with outdoor space. Which seems difficult to find. Definitely recommend. Staff and residents so friendly. Good programs...my mon really enjoys the activitie
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.
The Rivers offers spacious:>INDEPENDENT LIVING: one and two bedroom apartments with full kitchens and baths, in-room washer & dryer, e/o week housekeeping/linen services, 20 MEALS INCLUSIVE, excellent views>ASSISTED LIVING: one and two bedroom apartments with kitchen and private...
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What I like the most about the community is the cleanliness, however no, I wouldn't recommend. Perhaps with the new management change that I believe happened a couple months ago, it is now better but poor...
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.
New Perspective Golden Valley offers assisted living and memory care just minutes from downtown Minneapolis, West End shopping, Golden Valley Country Club, and nearby medical providers including Park Nicollet and Fairview clinics. Residents enjoy chef-prepared meals, engaging social activities,...
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Cost of independent living in Lester Prairie, MN

The average cost of senior living in Lester Prairie is $3,271 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cokato, MN with an average of $2,624 per month.

Independent living costs in Lester Prairie, MN, vs. nearby cities

Lester Prairie, MN
$3,271/mo
$3,262/mo

Independent living costs in Lester Prairie, MN, vs. state and national averages

Lester Prairie, MN
$3,271/mo
U.S. national average
$4,247/mo

Independent living costs in Lester Prairie, MN, vs. other senior living options

$4,210/mo
Independent Living
$3,271/mo

Independent living costs in Lester Prairie, MN, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,400/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,522/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,309/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,300/mo

Senior living costs in Lester Prairie 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: Lester Prairie, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLester Prairie, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$3,271/mo$3,194/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living$4,491/mo$4,323/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$4,210/mo$4,117/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Lester Prairie, MN:$3,271/mo
Minnesota:$3,194/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Lester Prairie, MN:$4,491/mo
Minnesota:$4,323/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Lester Prairie, MN:$4,210/mo
Minnesota:$4,117/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
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Independent living costs in Lester Prairie, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Lester Prairie 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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Independent living cost trends in Lester Prairie, MN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lester Prairie 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 median 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
Lester Prairie, MN$2,678/mo$2,497/mo+7.3%
Minnesota$2,701/mo$2,473/mo+9.2%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Lester Prairie, MN
2024 average cost:$2,678/mo
2023 average cost:$2,497/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$2,701/mo
2023 average cost:$2,473/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Lester Prairie

Recent reviews for independent living in Lester Prairie

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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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Across multiple communities, such as Waterford Estates and Manor, The Timbers, and Crest View Senior Community at Blaine, reviews consistently praise the kindness and attentiveness of staff members. They go above and beyond to accommodate residents and provide excellent care.
Variety of activities and social opportunities. Communities like RosePointe I, The Waters of Edina, and Benedictine Windermere Way offer a wide range of activities and social events for residents. From games and bingo to museum outings and more, there's always something for everyone.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Many reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of community facilities, including private apartments and communal areas. Residents of The Lodge at Little Canada, The Kenwood, and Rose Arbor and Wildflower Lodge express appreciation for the attention to detail.
Strong sense of community. Throughout the reviews, the sense of community is a common theme. At New Perspective Carlson Parkway, Crest View Senior Community at Blaine, and The Waters of Edina, residents have formed strong bonds with their neighbors and enjoy socializing with one another.
Flexible dining options. Some communities, including Broadwell Senior Living, Copperfield Hill, and Serenity Place on 7th, offer a variety of dining options to cater to residents' preferences and dietary needs. Whether it's a sit-down meal or take-out, there's something for everyone.
On-site amenities and services. Communities like RidgePointe Senior Living, Gable Pines, and Tradition Living offer a range of on-site amenities and services, such as beauty salons and convenience stores, to make daily life easier and more enjoyable for residents.
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Lester Prairie independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lester Prairie independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lester Prairie, 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 Lester Prairie 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 Lester Prairie partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lester Prairie, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.5%
35.2%
No sugar
No sugar
19.2%
31.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.8%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.6%
11.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Lester Prairie 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 Lester Prairie communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lester Prairie, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.8%
37.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.6%
44.3%
Room service
Room service
27.8%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.5%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lester Prairie 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 Lester Prairie offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lester Prairie, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.1%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.2%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.1%
33.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.1%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.3%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.9%
43.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.8%
39.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.9%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.7%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
37.9%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
15.9%
33.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.6%
40.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.3%
47.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Havenwood of Burnsville, Havenwood of Buffalo and RidgePointe Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lester Prairie, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 544 independent living facilities near Lester Prairie, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lester Prairie, Minnesota are Havenwood of Buffalo, RidgePointe Senior Living and Havenwood of Richfield. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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