Cardigan Ridge Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Shoreview, MN
Cardigan Ridge Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Shoreview, MN
Overview of Cardigan Ridge Senior Living
Redefining senior living, Cardigan Ridge Senior Living in Ramsey County, Canada, MN offers an idyllic senior living community with an array of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents can choose their preferred accommodation among excellently designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with full kitchens, walk-in showers, WiFi access, and individual heating and A/C. The community maintains residents’ dignity, independence, and well-being by providing them with compassionate care and supportive services.
At Cardigan Ridge, there’s always something fun to do with an array of social and recreational events on-site and off-site–from live musical performances and holiday parties to fitness and educational programs. The community also provides restaurant-style dining featuring nutritious and delicious chef-prepared meals. With caring associates, an engaging community, and comprehensive services that fit residents’ unique lifestyles, Cardigan Ridge Senior Living guarantees a nurturing environment that preserves independence and encourages fulfilling living.
135-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
6 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 38 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyRamsey
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 2025 · 1 year of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
6 deficiencies
1 inspection
Inspection Scorecard
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 2025 vs. Minnesota state average
Overall vs. MN average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (40% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (40% below)
• Total deficiencies (40% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (40% below)
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 6 | 10 | This facility has 40% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (6 vs. MN avg 10).↓ 40% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 6.0 | 10 | This facility has 40% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (6 vs. MN avg 10).↓ 40% better |
Inspections
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Total inspections
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 |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 437 / 632-802 / 874-927 / 1002 sq. ft
Staff to Resident Ratio: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Cardigan Ridge Senior Living
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3.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Shoreview's city center to Cardigan Ridge Senior Living'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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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>
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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>
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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>
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Cardigan Ridge Senior Living | AL IL MC | Shoreview (Lake Owasso) | 135 | Yes | 38 | 6 | - | A+ | 63.2%
Facility
63.2%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#143 / 149 | 1 | 6
Facility
6
MN AVG
10
Rank
#60 / 274 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#72 / 274 | ||
| Landmark of Fridley Senior Living | AL IL MC | Fridley | 75 | No | 52 | - | 96.0% | - | - | 1 | 4
Facility
4
MN AVG
10
Rank
#27 / 274 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#34 / 274 | ||
| Renewed Spirit | AL | South Maplewood (North End) | 8 | No | 36 | - | 50.0% | - | - | 1 | 6
Facility
6
MN AVG
10
Rank
#60 / 274 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#72 / 274 | ||
| Accessible Assisted Living Inc | AL | East Maplewood (Vista Hills) | 5 | No | 11 | - | 80.0% | - | - | 1 | 6
Facility
6
MN AVG
10
Rank
#60 / 274 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#72 / 274 | ||
| Lifepoint Home LLC | AL | East Maplewood (Maplewood) | 5 | No | 47 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 3
Facility
3
MN AVG
10
Rank
#14 / 274 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#19 / 274 |
Financial Assistance for
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Cardigan Ridge Senior Living is located in Shoreview, Minnesota.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cardigan Ridge Senior Living
What neighborhood is Cardigan Ridge Senior Living in?
Cardigan Ridge Senior Living is in the Lake Owasso neighborhood of Shoreview.
Is Cardigan Ridge Senior Living in a walkable area?
Cardigan Ridge Senior Living has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
How long has Cardigan Ridge Senior Living been in business?
Cardigan Ridge Senior Living has been operating for approximately 6 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Cardigan Ridge Senior Living?
Yes, Cardigan Ridge Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Cardigan Ridge Senior Living have?
Cardigan Ridge Senior Living has 135 beds.
Has Cardigan Ridge Senior Living had any deficiencies?
Cardigan Ridge Senior Living has had 6 reported deficiencies since 2025 according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).
Are there photos of Cardigan Ridge Senior Living?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Cardigan Ridge Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.
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