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AVIVA River Bend
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Rochester, MN
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AVIVA River Bend

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Rochester, MN
30 Silver Lake Pl Nw, Rochester, MN 55901 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Aviva River Bend

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Resting amidst the tranquil surroundings of Silver Lake Place in Rochester, Minnesota, Aviva River Bend (Formerly River Bend Assisted Living & Memory Care) stands as an exceptional senior living community, offering an experience that transcends expectations. Beyond its captivating features, this riverfront community provides access to the scenic Zumba River, offering a tranquil retreat for leisurely walks and moments of reflection. Located near retail stores, pharmacies, and healthcare providers, Aviva River Bend ensures easy access to essential services, enhancing convenience and peace of mind for seniors. Transportation services are also available, facilitating seamless mobility for residents.

Residents can invigorate their bodies and minds at the state-of-the-art fitness center while indulging in pampering sessions at the on-site beauty and barber shop. Social spaces, thoughtfully designed to elevate everyday moments, provide an avenue for connection and enrichment. With a 24-hour emergency alert system in place, residents can also rest assured knowing they are well-protected. Engaging day trips and thoughtfully planned activities contribute to a vibrant community life, while services such as medication management and a concierge offering fax, copy, and notary services cater to the diverse needs of residents. The cozy library, equipped with computers and more, provides a quiet sanctuary for relaxation and intellectual pursuits.

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By The Numbers

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Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 90 Rank #139 / 517Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 139th out of 517 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #55 / 602Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 55th out of 602 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
78 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #167 / 259Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 167th out of 259 homes we track in Minnesota for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 259. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
73.3% This home usually has availability
Similar to the Minnesota average: 75.5%
Occupied beds
66 / 90

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyOlmsted

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Library
Salon
Dining
Walking Paths
Transportation
Activities
Pet Friendly
Concierge
Activities
Specific ProgramsShort-Term Stay

Pricing & Financial Information

Assisted Living$3,985 per month
Memory Care$4,595 per month
Short-Term Stay$180 per day

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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 2024 · 2 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 24 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 2024 vs. Minnesota state average
Overall vs. MN average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (118% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (142% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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

This Facility MN Average vs. MN Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 24 11 This facility has 118% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (24 vs. MN avg 11).↑ 118% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 24.0 9.91 This facility has 142% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (24 vs. MN avg 9.91).↑ 142% worse

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

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

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Quality of Life Rating
4 / 5

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

Ranked 13th (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
74.2% 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
73.1% 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
92.0% High

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

Community Activities Score
82.6% High

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

Safety & Privacy Score
93.1% High

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

Religion & Spirituality Score
96.2% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Care
70.6% Moderate

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

Family Satisfaction - Cost
63.4% Moderate

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

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping
73.1% 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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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for AVIVA River Bend

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2 bedroom
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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Rochester's city center to AVIVA River Bend's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Minnesota interviews residents directly — covering food, activities, staff, privacy, and sense of choice — including those with memory loss. The facility's score is compared to similarly sized facilities statewide and converted to a 1–5 star rating. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
Minnesota surveys the primary family contact for each resident, asking about meals, staff responsiveness, safety, and likelihood to recommend. Scores are compared to peer facilities and converted to a 1–5 star rating. "–" = too few responses to score; "X" = facility refused to participate. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
The percentage of residents who reported satisfaction with food variety and mealtimes in Minnesota's statewide quality-of-life survey. Food tends to score lower than other domains statewide, so scores above 85% reflect strong performance relative to peers. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Waters on Mayowood
AL
IL
MC
 Rochester
232
Facility 232
MN AVG 61
Rank #7 / 517
Yes
32
Facility 32
MN AVG 45
Rank #393 / 602
1 Bed / 2 Bed -- -
86.4%
Facility 86.4%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #45 / 149
1
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 10
Rank #60 / 274
6.0
Facility 6.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #72 / 274
Samaritan Bethany Inc.
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
 Rochester (Lowertown)
128
Facility 128
MN AVG 61
Rank #64 / 517
No
83
Facility 83
MN AVG 45
Rank #30 / 602
- -
73.6%
Facility 73.6%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #166 / 259
A+ - - -5
15
Facility 15
MN AVG 10
Rank #213 / 274
3.0
Facility 3.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #19 / 274
AVIVA River Bend
AL
IL
MC
RC
 Rochester (Riverside Center)
90
Facility 90
MN AVG 61
Rank #139 / 517
Yes
78
Facility 78
MN AVG 45
Rank #55 / 602
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed -
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #167 / 259
-
92%
Facility 92%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #11 / 149
1
24
Facility 24
MN AVG 10
Rank #257 / 274
24.0
Facility 24.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #264 / 274
The Homestead at Rochester
AL
HC
IL
MC
 Rochester (Ballington Boulevard Northwest)
75
Facility 75
MN AVG 61
Rank #178 / 517
Yes
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 45
Rank #581 / 602
1 Bed / 2 Bed -
68.0%
Facility 68.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #183 / 259
-
68.7%
Facility 68.7%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #132 / 149
1
26
Facility 26
MN AVG 10
Rank #259 / 274
26.0
Facility 26.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #266 / 274
Marcella Manor Senior Living
AL
HOS
RESC
 Rochester (Golden Hill)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #387 / 517
No
49
Facility 49
MN AVG 45
Rank #255 / 602
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 18
Rank #116 / 136
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
MN AVG 75.5%
Rank #108 / 259
A+ -1
3
Facility 3
MN AVG 10
Rank #14 / 274
3.0
Facility 3.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #19 / 274

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

AVIVA River Bend is located in Rochester, 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 AVIVA River Bend

What neighborhood is AVIVA River Bend in?

AVIVA River Bend is in the Riverside Center neighborhood of Rochester.

Is AVIVA River Bend in a walkable area?

AVIVA River Bend has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at AVIVA River Bend?

AVIVA River Bend's occupancy is 73.3%.

Are pets allowed at AVIVA River Bend?

Yes, AVIVA River Bend allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does AVIVA River Bend have?

AVIVA River Bend has 90 beds.

How much does AVIVA River Bend cost per month?

Pricing at AVIVA River Bend starts at $3,985 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

Has AVIVA River Bend had any deficiencies?

AVIVA River Bend has had 24 reported deficiencies according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).

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