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Meadow Lakes Senior Living
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Rochester, MN
Exterior view of Meadow Lakes Senior Living building Entrance of Meadow Lakes Senior Living with flower pots Bright common area with comfortable seating and a fireplace Bright dining area with a view of green outdoor space Outdoor seating area with umbrellas and flowers Activity room with tables and chairs for residents

Meadow Lakes Senior Living

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Rochester, MN
22 45Th Ave Nw, Rochester, MN 55901 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Meadow Lakes Senior Living

Have a restful retirement with the astounding senior living community of Meadow Lakes Senior Living on 45th Avenue Northwest, Rochester, MN, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. A dedicated and highly trained team helps seniors with their daily living activities around the clock to ensure they are well-cared for. The community goes above and beyond to promote a bright and friendly environment for seniors to flourish and reach their full potential.

Explore new places through exciting trips with friends and do the things you love with fun activities to maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle. Have the finest dining experience with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Meadow Lakes Senior Living is great for seniors aiming to maximize their independence.

Facility Direct Line (507) 620-5437
Facility Direct Line (507) 620-5437
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. Rank #31 / 137Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 31st out of 137 homes we track 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.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.
25 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #557 / 614Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 557th out of 614 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.
11 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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Building Type: Two-story

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Address 3.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Rochester's city center to Meadow Lakes Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.36 miles to nearest hospital (Mayo Clinic Hospital, Saint Marys Campus)

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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. 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. 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 / 529
Yes
32
Facility 32
MN AVG 45
Rank #399 / 614
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 / 529
No
83
Facility 83
MN AVG 45
Rank #31 / 614
--
73.6%
Facility 73.6%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #174 / 270
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 #142 / 529
Yes
78
Facility 78
MN AVG 45
Rank #57 / 614
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #175 / 270
-
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
Marcella Manor Senior Living
AL
HOS
RESC
Rochester (Golden Hill)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #397 / 529
No
49
Facility 49
MN AVG 45
Rank #259 / 614
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 18
Rank #116 / 137
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #115 / 270
A+-1
3
Facility 3
MN AVG 10
Rank #14 / 274
3.0
Facility 3.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #19 / 274
Meadow Lakes Senior Living
AL
MC
RC
Rochester-Yes
11
Facility 11
MN AVG 45
Rank #557 / 614
-
25
Facility 25
MN AVG 18
Rank #31 / 137
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

Meadow Lakes Senior Living 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 Meadow Lakes Senior Living

Is Meadow Lakes Senior Living in a walkable area?

Meadow Lakes Senior Living has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has Meadow Lakes Senior Living been in business?

Meadow Lakes Senior Living has been operating for approximately 25 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Meadow Lakes Senior Living?

Yes, Meadow Lakes Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Meadow Lakes Senior Living?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Meadow Lakes Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Meadow Lakes Senior Living?

Meadow Lakes Senior Living is located at 22 45Th Ave Nw, Rochester, MN 55901.

What is the phone number of Meadow Lakes Senior Living?

(507) 620-5437 will put you in contact with the team at Meadow Lakes Senior Living.

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