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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.

To learn more, browse our 5183 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area. You may also consider nearby communities such as Dellwood, Withrow and Hugo.

 

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The staff are caring and have made this transition for my mom easier. The facility is clean. The food is good. It is peace of mind leaving my mom in their care between my visits. The activities have been a...
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.
With only 40 apartments and high staff to resident ratios, NorBella fosters meaningful relationships, creates engaging experiences, and provides exceptional care. Assisted Living offers the ability to live in the comfort of their own apartment with peace of mind that a care team is available 24/7...
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A small faith based care facility that is clean and friendly. There are many volunteers from relatives of former patients showing a long history of good care. There seems to be daily actives designed to...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Memory Care Cottage Living in Woodbury and White Bear Lake, Minnesota Prelude Homes & Services Memory Care Cottages seek to create communities where elders are valued, families are family and God is glorified. We do so in our Memory Care Cottages through providing compassionate,...
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Don't know what I would have done if I didn't find Prelude. I was told I could not take him home after being in a transition care facility. I was driving by Prelude and saw a daughter and her mother sitting...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Prelude Homes & Services’ newly constructed Memory Care Cottages are nestled on a wooded site in the Wedgewood Community in Woodbury, Minnesota. The Cottages have been designed with a residential care model in mind, providing a floor plan which provides the familiar feel of a private...
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Wonderful facility with caring staff. The environment is clean, friendly, and supportive. My family member is happy and well cared for. Highly recommend! Overall, we’ve had a positive experience. The staff...
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.
Sunlight senior living of St. Paul, Minnesota places emphasis on making each member feel loved and part of the family from the moment that they arrive, treating them with the same love and care that we would want for our own loved ones. We believe that life is more about being comfortable but...
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Seven Hills is such a welcoming and uplifting community here in St. Paul, and with so much charm!! The moment you walk through the doors, you can feel the warmth and genuine care that sets this assisted...
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.
Welcome to Seven Hills Senior Living!We are so excited to be part of the St Paul area. Our community gives residents lots of St. Paul’s charm and history with it's beautiful craftsmanship and exquisite décor throughout the entire building.We are located on a tree-lined avenue reinvigorated with...
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The Sanctuary of West St. Paul is awesome and less money than the previous facility we came from. [name removed] is in charge, she is very kind and helpful.
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.
The Sanctuary at West St. Paul - A Senior Living Community with compassionate staff, ample amenities, and an affordable housing option to fit your lifestyle.Quality Memory Care & Assisted Living OptionsDo you or a loved one need to move to an assisted living or memory care community? Are you...
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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 West St Paul 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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Sometimes it is hard to get a hold of anyone. When my mom was having issues with her legs swelling it took a while before they had the medical personnel evaluate her. The room sizes are great. Amenities...
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 Crystal 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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My brother and I needed to find a new home for our mother who had developed dementia and was falling all the time at home. We moved her to White Pines in Inver Grove Heights, she made friends right away,...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
White Pine Advanced Memory Care and Men’s Memory Care of Inver Grove Heights provides exceptional senior living services in a warm, welcoming, home-like environment. We aim to deliver top-notch care that is affordable and tailored to meet your specific needs.At Inver Grove White Pine, we...
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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
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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.
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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Photo of Cornerstone Assisted Living of Plymouth
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5 stars! This is just what we were looking for for my sister. I loved the director and the nurse! I live in Sarasota and am not close to my sister... so I felt like I left her in much better hands... pure...
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.
Located in a quiet residential neighborhood in Plymouth, Cornerstone Assisted Living is near shopping, restaurants, churches, entertainment, and professional services, and our scheduled transportation can take you there. You’ll enjoy carefree independence at Cornerstone. Inside, you’ll find a...
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The staff were friendly, caring and professional. The facility was comfortable and clean. I felt my family member got great care there for a good value.
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.
At Elder Homestead we strive to achieve a high quality of life for all of our senior citizens. Each resident will need a different level of care, and we can work to make sure that each elderly person has the care needed to maintain a safe living environment. There are many activities and...
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I moved my mom to The Wealshire in Medina after having been in three other assisted living, memory care and rehabs. I was trying to not move her too far from me, but after moving her around due to care...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
The definition of Wealshire sums up our philosophy of care as no other words can. We strive to provide the best care possible in order to give the person with dementia a sense of well being by living with pride and dignity.Our goal is to provide a socialized approach to care where residents are...
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This is a much better place then the place he was living in, in Florida. Might be a little spendy but they have a lot of additional support, especially in the dependent care side. The food is great. I would...
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.
OverviewThe Glenn Hopkins (formerly St. Therese Southwest) has been providing exceptional service to the senior community for 30 years beginning in 1988. Our caring staff have a combined experience level of over 50 years in the senior care service industry. Many of our staff have extensive...
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My loved one is here and very happy! The staff is extremely flexible, kind, and does a great job. The building has many activities and is a great shape. Location is a 10.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
The Assisted Living Memory Care Specialists With four locations in Burnsville, Minnetonka, Shakopee and Victoria, Minnesota, Emerald Crest by Augustana Care memory care communities are truly inspired by our residents and families. With a deep knowledge of memory care, we offer a specialized...
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I moved my husband to the Wealshire of Bloomington. It cost more, but it was worth every penny. My husband was more closely monitored, he didn't suffer any falls, and the lay-out of the unit he was in was...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
The definition of Wealshire sums up our philosophy of care as no other words can. We strive to provide the best care possible in order to give the person with dementia a sense of well being by living with pride and dignity.Our goal is to provide a socialized approach to care where residents are...
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It's a beautiful building, very well designed and decorated. It's less expensive than other popular places. The food is quite good. Nearly all the staff are kind and good people. Some of the aides are not...
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.
Amira Choice Bloomington empowers seniors to live optimistically, confidently and with a sense of purpose. We provide supportive services and individualized care within a community where everyone can flourish. Conveniently located in Bloomington, Minnesota, our vibrant and pet-friendly senior...
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We have already told quite a few people besides my brother and sister in law also. We have nothing but great things to say about the community and the people that work there.
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 Vadnais Heights 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...
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When we first came to see MainStreet Lodge we have a very positive experience and overall we thought it was a very good community for our loved one. Unfortunately, we needed to move our loved one out and...
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.
The living is easy at MainStreet Lodge assisted living!  Opportunities to socialize with family and friends are never far away.  A variety of interactive and pastoral care activities help nurture the spirit every day.  Your private apartment includes a full kitchenette, living...
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We had a situation that occurred that I felt could have been handled better which is why I responded the way I did. I spoke to the administrator and we talked it through. It was a unique situation and...
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.
Bay Harbor of River Falls, located in the heart of beautiful River Falls, Wisconsin, has a deep history of providing our residents the very best in care, comfort and style. Offering both independent and assisted living services, Bay Harbor of River Falls is truly a community like no other! With a...
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We chose Oak Meadows because they had everything we were looking for. It is such a welcoming atmosphere when you walk in and the price was right. The staff are over the top incredible. The apartment sizes...
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.
Welcome to Oak Meadows! Located in beautiful Oakdale, we are a not-for-profit senior living community in Minnesota. We opened on April 1, 1998. From our stunning campus to our dedicated staff, we are committed to providing excellent care, engaging activities, and a strong community for our...
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I really appreciate there is someone making home good food for my mom and watching over to make sure she doesn't choke. Her room is kept nice we really appreciate that. We all like that it's a small place...
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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.
Offering: Memory CareWith beautifully landscaped grounds and secured gardens, the New Perspective senior living community in Mahtomedi, MN is a friendly retirement village that provides the perfect setting for enjoying beautiful weather. In this village-like space, our residents enjoy coming...
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The staff is amazing as well as all of the other tenants. The property is beautiful indoors and out. There is activities to participate in if you choose to almost every day, the food is terrific.
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Carlson Parkway! 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] was amazing. The staff was always kind and helpful. The facilities are beautiful. At the end the nursing staff had changed to a temp staff so that had some challenges but overall it was a...
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.
Carefree living at Okalee gives you time for the people you love and things you love to do, as the daily details can be done for you. A welcoming environment, exceptional hospitality and a full array of services create a joy-filled life at Okalee, a community that refreshes, revives and helps you...
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I recently admitted my mother in this facility and so far, it has been nothing but smooth sailing. My mom has been telling me how happy she was with the staff that truly care for her needs and the fun...
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.
When loved ones encounter memory issues, unique challenges arise for the person affected and their family members. Our professional caregivers are committed to providing the 'person-centered' care which meets the specific needs of each individual. We help families gain quality time with their...

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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