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Shafer 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 370 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Shafer, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Shafer is about $4,241, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Shafer, MN

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Photo of Ecumen Seasons at Maplewood
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There are many great things to say about acumen seasons. But I will say these two because it is in contrast to a lot of experiences I had with senior living operations. One they were very transparent 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.
You and your family (even the grandkids!) will love our upbeat, activity-rich community, complete with superb chef-prepared dining options and generous on-site amenities and services. Feel free to pursue favorite pastimes, cultivate new interests, meet other retired professionals who share your...
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Photo of The Waters of Highland Park
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9.2
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5 stars. Given that we signed and moved my husband in quickly, they got him fairly comfortable very fast. Staff is just fantastic. Food, activities, are really excellent, room is huge, facility is just...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
At The Waters of Highland Park it’s hard to decide what to do each day. There’s a nearby golf course, library, charming neighborhood shops and restaurants, and historic college campuses to explore. You could also stay home and dine at The Waters Restaurant, pamper yourself at The Waters Salon or...
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Photo of Lakeside Memory Care
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11 Floor plan available
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This place is no longer [removed name]~ it changed November 1st to Sinceri. Definitely ask for a breakdown of costs~ especially their care costs & make sure they are doing what they say they're doing. They...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Lakeside Memory Care is deeply rooted in a person-centered approach, our Alzheimer’s and dementia care isensures each resident is surrounded by others with the same cognitive abilities, to give them the important feeling of fitting in. A full activity calendar provides many opportunities for your...
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Photo of Suite Living of Rosemount
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My family member seems very comfortable there, which is key for me. The staff are kind to her, and the head nurse is proactive about tests that may be needed. She doesn't always like the meals, but she...
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.
Suite Living of Rosemount 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...
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Photo of Havenwood of Minnetonka
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Havenwood is a clean, well cared for facility. The staff are friendly and helpful. There are activities available daily,weekly, and special activities. The food could be less salty and hotter when...
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're very willing to listen to any concerns about what needs you or your loved one(s) may have and work to see that those needs are addressed.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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They are really great to work with and the facility is very clean and responsive to needs. Always available menu is great for when residents don't like what is on the menu for the day and the activities are...
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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Photo of The Residences at St. Anthony
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We loved that mom could have a lower level apartment with a walkout patio. She loved facing the fountain and she went out each evening to feed the ducks They got three square meals in the dining room with...
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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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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Photo of Riverbend of Hanover
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They recently filled their building and so they weren't fully staffed so some of the original needs weren't met. The administration team stepped up to help the staff when they were short! Excellent teamwork!...
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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Photo of Suite Living of Anoka
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It's clean, and I appreciate the aids and the staff. They have a great activities director, great nursing staff. The food is good! I would recommend.
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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Photo of Brookdale Eagan
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Very supportive to [name removed] and our family... ..medication issues, too many cooks in the kitchen, the "as needed" meds were initially given with our approval, buy in, understanding after taking them to...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Brookdale Eagan, located near Fish Lake Park in a quiet residential neighborhood, we have the deep experience to understand the complexity of Alzheimer’s and dementia at every stage, so if you and your family are considering care for a loved one with dementia, we can help. Our person-centered...
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Photo of The Shores of Lake Phalen
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As you can tell we were very happy with the Shores. The hands on staff in memory were amazingly kind, patient, attentive to my brother's distinctive needs, respectful and responsive to our questions and...
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.
Maplewood, Ramsey County, Minnesota, delivers small town charm to residents of The Shores of Lake Phalen while providing them with easy access to the urban amenities and services of nearby Saint Paul. Outdoor enthusiasts will be thrilled to live on the shores of Lake Phalen where they can go...
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Photo of Stoney River Assisted Living and Memory Support
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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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Photo of The Rivers
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It is very clean and inviting, a welcoming staff. The rooms are very nice as well. They are roomy and comfortable as well as pretty. The price is reasonable for what you receive. We appreciate that if my...
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...
Photo of Encore at Hugo
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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 Hugo is a small senior living community located in Hugo, 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 residents will...
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Photo of Blaine Senior Living
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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.
Photo of Artis Senior Living of Woodbury
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The staff is just wonderful they know how to deal with the memory care patients with love and patience and if you have any questions they are there to assist in any way possible to find a resolution. I have...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Artis of Woodbury is proud to be named a 2026 Best Memory Care community by U.S. News & World Report and is 2026 Great Place to Work Certified. At Artis, we help people living with dementia achieve the essential human need for purpose, belonging, and joy by building a bridge between their...
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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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Photo of The Residence at North Ridge
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They are very helpful. The memory unit has a smell and I'm sure there are reasonable for that. The staff are very nice and 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.
North Ridge Health and Rehab is an assisted living community located in New Hope, Minnesota. Our residence is only a matter of minutes from New Hope's numerous religious organizations, shopping centers, and restaurants. However, we're also in a beautiful, residential area that offers our...
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Photo of White Pine Advanced Assisted Living of Cottage Grove
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I like that it's fairly small and the residents get to know each other. Staff are easy to get a hold of and provide information on my family member. They customize the care to my family member's needs. I...
Provides: Assisted 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.
This community offers assisted living and memory care in a unique home-like setting. We promise to offer the highest quality of care at the most affordable price. At White Pine Senior Living we make assisted living, memory care and respite care easy to understand.
Photo of The Waters of Edina
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The staff/nurses that take care of mom are very friendly and talk to her often. they are patient and attentive to her needs She has a studio and it is spacious. the bathroom is large to accommodate lifts. it...
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.
Set in a serene wooded landscape with a pond, and adjacent to Colonial Church, The Waters of Edina features walking paths nestled amidst water features and mature evergreens. Inside, the warm glow of fireplaces and beautifully appointed interior spaces promote wellbeing, socializing and a sense...
Photo of StoryPoint Golden Valley
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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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Golden Valley! This isn't just a place to reside - it's a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make...
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[name removed] and I are very happy here at Willows Bend Senior Living Center. The place is well kept and everyone is so friendly. We get weekly flyers on what's going on to include outings. Staff even came...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Proudly managed by Ebenezer, a trusted non-profit provider of residential housing and health care since 1917 and part of Fairview Health Services, Willows Bend Senior Living Community is devoted to enriching lives through a mission-driven approach to care and service.Offering maintenance-free...
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The activities were fine. They just didn't have nearly enough of them… And the clock the cost was twice what we are repaying now. Based on the experience we have had with New Perspective, we would recommend...
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Columbia Heights! This isn't just a place to reside - it's a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make...
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Cost of nursing homes in Shafer, MN

The average cost of senior living in Shafer is $4,241 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Center City, MN with an average of $4,241 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Shafer, MN, vs. state and national averages

Shafer, MN
$4,241/mo
U.S. national average
$5,847/mo

Nursing homes costs in Shafer, MN, vs. other senior living options

$7,610/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,241/mo

Nursing homes costs in Shafer, MN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,165/mo
Private
$4,471/mo

Senior living costs in Shafer vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Shafer, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShafer, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,241/mo$4,465/mo$5,847/mo
Assisted Living$5,621/mo$5,527/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,610/mo$7,592/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$2,907/mo$2,945/mo$3,520/mo
Nursing Homes
Shafer, MN:$4,241/mo
Minnesota:$4,465/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Assisted Living
Shafer, MN:$5,621/mo
Minnesota:$5,527/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Shafer, MN:$7,610/mo
Minnesota:$7,592/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Shafer, MN:$2,907/mo
Minnesota:$2,945/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Shafer, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Shafer 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Shafer, MN

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Shafer 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 average 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
Shafer, MN$6,543/mo$6,238/mo+4.9%
Minnesota$6,417/mo$6,141/mo+4.5%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
Shafer, MN
2024 average cost:$6,543/mo
2023 average cost:$6,238/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$6,417/mo
2023 average cost:$6,141/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Shafer

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Shafer

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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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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Saint Therese of Woodbury

4.5
Cannot think of one negative thing to say about this facility. It is a beautiful property with many amenities. The staff is amazing. Every level of care is given by extremely professional and kind members of St Therese staff. I was a patient for 6weeks and was extremely happy with everything, ...
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Shafer nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shafer nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shafer, 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 Shafer 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 Shafer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shafer, MNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
56.8%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.4%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
91.4%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.6%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.4%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.5%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.5%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shafer 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 Shafer Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shafer, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.8%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.9%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.7%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.8%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shafer 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 Shafer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shafer, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.9%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.9%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24.9%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.8%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shafer 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 Shafer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shafer, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.2%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
32.4%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.6%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shafer 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 Shafer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shafer, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.2%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.4%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.6%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.9%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.6%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
45.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.5%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.4%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

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