Rivers Edge Assisted Living

Assisted Living Home
Overview of Rivers Edge Assisted Living
Rivers Edge Assisted Living is located in Aitkin, Minnesota, and was founded by Scott and Monica Duffney in 2015. The facility offers a supportive environment for individuals needing assistance with daily living, along with health services. It features 41 rooms, including spacious suites overlooking the river.

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 66
Bed community size
66-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

License Status
Approved
Facility Type
Assisted Living

Additional licensing details

County: Aitkin

Care Services

Nursing Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Floor Plans, Health Services, Basic Services

Pricing & Financial Information

Inspection History

In Minnesota, the Department of Health, Health Regulation Division is the primary authority for conducting onsite inspections and reporting on the quality of care in residential facilities.

Latest inspection

Date:October 17, 2025

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Address Aitkin, MN 56431

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Financial Aid for Minnesota Seniors

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Elderly Waiver

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$3,000 (individual, higher than most states).

Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Minnesota ECS

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.

~$1,732/month (individual, varies).

$3,000 (individual).

Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.

~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.

$3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.

CDCS option; statewide via counties.

Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)

Minnesota Senior Health Options

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.

~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.

$3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).

7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.

~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.

$3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).

Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.

Consumer Support Grant (CSG)

Minnesota Consumer Support Grant

Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.

~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.

$3,000 (individual).

Can hire family; statewide via counties.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Minnesota resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

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