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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Saint Nicholas, MN
The cost of independent living in Saint Nicholas is about $2,174 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 31 options. Read 50 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 St. Cloud, Sartell and Sauk Rapids.
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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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Toured lots of facilities in the area and found a new home. Apt homes are nice and roomy and they offer tons of activities, outings and in house religious services along with beauty salon. Staff works...
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.
Ridgeview Place/Prairie Ridge is an assisted living community located in beautiful Sauk Rapids, Benton County, Minnesota. Prairie Ridge is a memory care unit for residents with dementia and/or Alzheimer’s located on the beautiful grounds of Ridgeview Place. Beautifully landscaped grounds and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Home Care, 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Saint Nicholas, MN
The average cost of senior living in Saint Nicholas is $2,174 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Paynesville, MN with an average of $1,799 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Saint Nicholas, MN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Saint Nicholas, MN vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Saint Nicholas, MN by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Saint Nicholas
Recent reviews for independent living in Saint Nicholas
The Sanctuary at St. Cloud in Saint Cloud, MN
5.0
Kind and friendly staff. Family and children are always welcome. Being in a carefree, safe envrionment. New, clean rooms and community spaces. Chef [name removed] wonderful cuisine. variety of creative activities., The other residents are full of fun and laughs.
Benedict Court in Saint Cloud, MN
5.0
Very good. Staff is helpful and the apartment is amazing! There are three meals a day served and the residents have choices to choose from. The staff communication with the family is good, especially when it comes to staffing issues.
Chateau Waters in Sartell, MN
5.0
I would tell my friends it is a definitely the place to be.
My room is beautiful, it is like living in my own home. It has a washer and dryer, a kitchenette with a microwave-all the appliances are full size. The kitchen even has an island it.
The activities right now include exercise ...
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Saint Nicholas independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Saint Nicholas independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Saint Nicholas, 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 Saint Nicholas 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 Saint Nicholas 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
3.6%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
10.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
3.6%
32.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Saint Nicholas 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 Saint Nicholas communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
7.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
10.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.6%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Saint Nicholas 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 Saint Nicholas offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25%
44.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
21.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
10.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.4%
45.8%
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