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The cost of independent living in Rush City is about $2,496 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 24 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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The staff are very good and care about the residents. Yes I would recommend it to others who may be searching for a place for their loved one. My grandmother was here years ago and now my mother. I like that...
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
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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
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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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5, we love it. The first thing I remember was it felt like home the community is small and the staff is very friendly my mom is thriving and the meals are very good.
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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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
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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: 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
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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Rush City, MN

The average cost of senior living in Rush City is $2,496 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ogilvie, MN with an average of $2,065 per month.

Independent living costs in Rush City, MN, vs. nearby cities

Rush City, MN
$2,496/mo
$2,849/mo

Independent living costs in Rush City, MN, vs. state and national averages

Rush City, MN
$2,496/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Rush City, MN, vs. other senior living options

$3,635/mo
Independent Living
$2,496/mo

Independent living costs in Rush City, MN, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,376/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,900/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,000/mo

Senior living costs in Rush City 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: Rush City, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRush City, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$2,496/mo$3,145/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,356/mo$4,281/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$3,635/mo$4,073/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Rush City, MN:$2,496/mo
Minnesota:$3,145/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Rush City, MN:$4,356/mo
Minnesota:$4,281/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Rush City, MN:$3,635/mo
Minnesota:$4,073/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Rush City

Recent reviews for independent living in Rush City

Northern Pines Assisted Living in Pine City, MN

4.0
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 doing, the food is decent, they have a set scheduled for laundry and they clean the rooms more ...
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Encore at North Branch

4.8
They are very nice pleasant. They keep you posted on whats happening with your love one. They are good about getting their hair and nails done and keeping things clean and such.

Traditions Of Frederic

5.0
The last few months the staff have been so wonderful - I hear there is a new House Manger and she is doing a great job. My spouse is getting great care and I would recommend them highly for any of my family.

Rush City independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rush City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rush City, 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 Rush City 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 Rush City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rush City, MNNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Rush City 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 Rush City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rush City, MNNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
8.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rush City 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 Rush City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rush City, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
8.3%
45.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
8.3%
33%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
46.4%
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