New Perspective Arden Hills
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Arden Hills, MN

New Perspective Arden Hills

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Arden Hills, MN

Overview of New Perspective Arden Hills

New Perspective Arden Hills sits at 3565 Pine Tree Dr in Arden Hills, Minnesota, right near Bethel University, with pond views built into the setting. It covers independent living, assisted living, and memory care under one roof. The neighborhood is somewhat walkable, a Walk Score of 33, so a few errands are doable on foot, but most trips are going to call for a car.

At 160 beds and 18 years into operation, this is a well-established, mid-rise community. Occupancy sits at 61 percent right now, 98 of those 160 beds filled, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments making up the housing mix.

Care here runs through rehabilitation, respite stays, and short-term rehab, backed by licensed nurses and CNAs and staffing around the clock. On-site occupational and physical therapy is part of the picture too, along with transportation arranged for community outings. The staffing numbers carry real weight: registered nurses put in about 49 minutes per resident daily, and when you add up all nursing staff types, total care comes to 4 hours and 55 minutes per resident, per day.

Meals are chef-created, and residents get a warm-water pool, a movie theater, a chapel, and a dance hall to use, plus a regular rotation of gardening, happy hour, and card games. There’s a standing partnership with Bethel University, and pets are welcome. Starting price runs $1,990 a month, with Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay all accepted.

Minnesota’s Department of Health, Health Regulation Division, oversees inspections, and the recurring focus areas span medication management, infection control, fire safety, hazardous-materials handling, care planning documentation, and dietary service, a broad spread that reflects how thoroughly this type of community gets reviewed. Taken together, New Perspective Arden Hills is a well-staffed, amenity-rich community built for residents who need a range of care levels without switching addresses.

Bed community size
160-bed community Rank #29 / 528Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th out of 528 homes in Minnesota for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Minnesota facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
19 years in operation Rank #47 / 138Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 47th out of 138 homes in Minnesota for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Minnesota facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 33 / 100 Rank #388 / 632Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 388th out of 632 homes in Minnesota for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Minnesota facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
61%
Rank #201 / 282Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 201st out of 282 homes in Minnesota for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 282. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
98 / 160
Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes 59 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyRamsey

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesFall Detection System

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Fitness Center
Swimming Pool
Chapel
Bar
Café
Movie Theater
Housekeeping
Laundry
Courtyard
Library
Activities
Patio
Dance Hall
Activitiesgardening, happy hour, playing cards
Specific ProgramsTransportation for Community Outings, On-Site OT/PT Services, Chef-Created Dining
Religious Services
Touring HoursAvailable 7 days a week

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$1,990/Month

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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.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 10 deficiencies 1 inspection

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Minnesota state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2023 vs. Minnesota state average
Overall vs. MN average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 At Avg Metrics at Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (at MN avg)
• Deficiencies per inspection (at MN avg)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMN Averagevs. MN Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1010 This facility has total deficiencies in line with the Minnesota average (10 vs. MN avg 10).— At avg
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 10.010 This facility has deficiencies per inspection in line with the Minnesota average (10 vs. MN avg 10).— At avg

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMN Averagevs. MN Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 11 This facility has total inspections in line with the Minnesota average (1 vs. MN avg 1).— At avg

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Quality of Life Rating
2 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring resident well-being and satisfaction.

Ranked 110th (tied) of 136 homes in Minnesota

Family Satisfaction Rating
2 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring surveys of residents' family members.

Ranked 100th (tied) of 123 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
71.6% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring resident well-being and satisfaction.

Minnesota average: 72.4%

Family Overall Satisfaction
78.0% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring surveys of residents' family members.

Minnesota average: 83.7%

Food Quality Score
63.7% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring satisfaction with food quality and meal service.

Community Activities Score
69.8% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring meaningful activities and engagement opportunities.

Safety & Privacy Score
96.2% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring safety and privacy conditions for residents.

Religion & Spirituality Score
81.8% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring support for religious and spiritual needs.

Family Satisfaction - Care
73.6% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with overall care experience.

Family Satisfaction - Cost
67.4% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with value and cost of care.

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping
77.7% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with cleanliness and housekeeping.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 374 - 999 / 594 - 1174 / 557 – 1212 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Fitness and Recreation

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Transportation Services

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Address 0.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Arden Hills's city center to New Perspective Arden Hills's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Minneapolis

Info below is compiled from the MN Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

New Perspective Arden Hills
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120
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MN AVG 61
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Facility 74
MN AVG 43
Rank #86 / 632
1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
MN AVG 18
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MN AVG 43
Rank #212 / 632
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Facility 72.7%
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

New Perspective Arden Hills is located in Arden Hills, Minnesota.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Minnesota.

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Elderly Waiver

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $3,000 individual, higher than most states
MN

Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Home aides

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Minnesota ECS

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
MN

Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.

Benefits
In-home support (2-4 hours/week) Respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.
MN

CDCS option; statewide via counties.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~5 days/year) Home health Meals Home mods

Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)

Minnesota Senior Health Options

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
MN

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

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Respite Adult day care Home mods $900/year groceries (some plans)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
MN

Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite Adult day care Home mods Limited nursing home care

Consumer Support Grant (CSG)

Minnesota Consumer Support Grant

Age 65+ or disabled
General Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
MN

Can hire family; statewide via counties.

Benefits
Cash (~$500-$1,500/month) for personal care Respite Home mods Assistive tech

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Minnesota resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MN

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

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

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

Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Minnesota resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MN

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about New Perspective Arden Hills

Is New Perspective Arden Hills in a walkable area?

New Perspective Arden Hills has a walk score of 33. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at New Perspective Arden Hills?

New Perspective Arden Hills's occupancy is 61%.

How long has New Perspective Arden Hills been in business?

New Perspective Arden Hills has been operating for approximately 19 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at New Perspective Arden Hills?

Yes, New Perspective Arden Hills allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does New Perspective Arden Hills have?

New Perspective Arden Hills has 160 beds.

Has New Perspective Arden Hills had any deficiencies?

New Perspective Arden Hills has had 10 reported deficiencies since 2023 according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).

Are there photos of New Perspective Arden Hills?

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