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10 Best Nursing Homes in Prior Lake, MN
Prior Lake is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 42 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Prior Lake, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Prior Lake is about $3,999, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 394 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Hydes Lake, Norwood Young America and Assumption.
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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.
Valleyview Assisted Living is located on a 14-acre wooded campus just off Hwy. 169 between Shakopee and Jordan. Some things that set Valleyview apart from the others are: an indoor vented smoking room, on-site psychiatric services, small pets allowed (if resident can care for them), and...
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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.
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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My husband and I have lived in the independent living at Valley Ridge since it opened in 2012. We are very happy here. The staff can't be beat. There are activities to participate in. The other residents...
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.
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After our initial contact with " A Place for Mom " services we were able to view 4 other locations including Elim Shores. Upon our first verbal and personal meeting with Elim Shores we were SOLD on their...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
On the shores of Mitchell Lake in Eden Prairie you can experience all the comforts of home with convenient shopping and services nearby. Elim Shores is a 64 unit apartment building nestled in a residential setting where our residents are the #1 priority, offering a refreshing change of scenery...
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When my father was at Cherrywood Pointe, we noticed that they were very short-staffed, They did admit that they were short staffed as well. It would take up to 30 minutes for someone to get to him when he...
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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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This really was an amazing place. The staff are incredible to my mom. The manager [name removed] is always willing to talk if we need it. Mom loves to bake and has made so many friends. We're so glad she...
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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.
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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I am a veteran and recently after a fall at home I was discharged from the VAMC to here. I am on a common blood thinner plus many other meds for hypertension and diabetes. I have a visiting nurse who comes...
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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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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.
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.
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.
McKenna Crossing is a vibrant community that is outpacing the rest. Featuring Senior Apartments, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, this master-planned community is a joint venture between Presbyterian Homes & Services and Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church and it is scheduled to open...
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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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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.
Suite Living of Eden Prairie is a 32 private suite Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Community that provides quality care to our seniors, with a personal touch. Our communities are small and intimate, providing a cozy warm atmosphere that feels like home. Suite Living is locally owned and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
Suite Living of Lakeville is a 32 private suite Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Community that provides quality care to our seniors, with a personal touch. Our communities are small and intimate, providing a cozy warm atmosphere that feels like home. Suite Living is locally owned and...
Cost of nursing homes in Prior Lake, MN
The average cost of senior living in Prior Lake is $3,999 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carver, MN with an average of $3,945 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Prior Lake, MN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Prior Lake, MN vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Prior Lake
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Prior Lake
The Commons On Marice in Eagan, MN
5.0
My Mother was briefly a resident at The Commons On Maurice before she passed. She didn't eat much, so the meals were not important. The staff did a great job of taking care of her and also informing us of her care. The staff was very respectful and helpful during a difficult time for our family. ...
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The Glenn Hopkins
3.6
They are friendly and helpful.
I don't know about the food, even the basics seem like very poor execution. No flavor and overly salty, it even looks unappetizing. The activities never seem to change, just adding a little variety would be nice so that it appeals to a broader audience such as ...
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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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Prior Lake nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Prior Lake nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Prior Lake, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Prior Lake nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Prior Lake that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
69.2%
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.9%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.7%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.9%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.8%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.9%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Prior Lake nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Prior Lake Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Prior Lake nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Prior Lake 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
23.1%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.7%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
41%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.2%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Prior Lake nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Prior Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Prior Lake, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Prior Lake nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Prior Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
59%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.1%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.9%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
17.9%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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