Northwoods Memory Care Suites
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Blaine, MN
Northwoods Memory Care Suites
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Blaine, MN
Overview of Northwoods Memory Care Suites
Located in Blaine, Minnesota, Northwoods Memory Care Suites is a compassionate, family-owned, and operated memory care community. The dedicated staff at Northwoods extends beyond traditional caregiving, becoming an integral part of residents’ families, engaging in activities that foster meaningful connections and moments of joy. The community’s commitment to residents’ well-being is reflected in the freshly prepared, delicious meals tailored to individual tastes and dietary needs crafted by an in-house chef.
At Northwoods Memory Care Suites, the emphasis is on enhancing residents’ lives through personalized care. The community offers five levels of care, carefully designed to meet the unique needs and preferences of individuals living with memory-related conditions. A thorough assessment of each resident guides the creation of a customized care plan that adapts as their needs evolve. With a registered nurse available 24/7 and a caring staff around the clock, Northwoods prioritizes residents’ well-being. The thoughtfully designed rooms mirror the comfort of cozy bedrooms in a loving home, promoting a sense of familiarity and ease. Amenities such as a relaxing salon, a sensory-rich memory walk, and private bathrooms contribute to a supportive environment that nurtures physical and emotional well-being. Northwoods Memory Care Suites strives to create a space where memory care residents thrive and truly feel at home.
26-bed community Rank #347 / 529Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 347th out of 529 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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 39 / 100 Rank #348 / 614Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 348th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Best in Memory Care
Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyAnoka
Secured Perimeter
Safety FeaturesLocked doors and monitored access.
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Pets not allowed
Salon
Sensory-Rich Memory Walk
Activities
Specific ProgramsArt Therapy, Music Therapy, Memory-Enhancing Exercises
Touring HoursMonday-Sunday: 9am-5pm
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3.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Blaine's city center to Northwoods Memory Care Suites'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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
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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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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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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| New Perspective Eagan | AL IL MC | Eagan | 145
Facility
145
MN AVG
61
Rank
#38 / 529 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
MN AVG
45
Rank
#133 / 614 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 19
Facility
19
MN AVG
18
Rank
#47 / 137 |
50.3%
Facility
50.3%
MN AVG
75.7%
Rank
#233 / 270 | A+ | 69.9%
Facility
69.9%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#127 / 149 | 1 | 3
Facility
3
MN AVG
10
Rank
#14 / 274 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#19 / 274 | ||
| New Perspective Prior Lake | AL IL MC | Prior Lake | 120
Facility
120
MN AVG
61
Rank
#71 / 529 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
MN AVG
45
Rank
#354 / 614 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19
Facility
19
MN AVG
18
Rank
#47 / 137 |
99.2%
Facility
99.2%
MN AVG
75.7%
Rank
#29 / 270 | A+ | 84%
Facility
84%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#57 / 149 | 1 | 12
Facility
12
MN AVG
10
Rank
#177 / 274 | 12.0
Facility
12.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#189 / 274 | ||
| New Perspective Columbia Heights | AL MC NH | Columbia Heights | 85
Facility
85
MN AVG
61
Rank
#158 / 529 | Yes |
60
Facility
60
MN AVG
45
Rank
#174 / 614 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19
Facility
19
MN AVG
18
Rank
#47 / 137 |
85.9%
Facility
85.9%
MN AVG
75.7%
Rank
#86 / 270 | A+ | 85%
Facility
85%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#50 / 149 | 1 | 6
Facility
6
MN AVG
10
Rank
#60 / 274 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#72 / 274 | ||
| New Perspective Mahtomedi | AL IL MC | Mahtomedi | 30
Facility
30
MN AVG
61
Rank
#334 / 529 | Yes |
58
Facility
58
MN AVG
45
Rank
#193 / 614 | Studio | 19
Facility
19
MN AVG
18
Rank
#47 / 137 |
70.0%
Facility
70.0%
MN AVG
75.7%
Rank
#185 / 270 | A+ | 85.4%
Facility
85.4%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#48 / 149 | 1 | 10
Facility
10
MN AVG
10
Rank
#140 / 274 | 10.0
Facility
10.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#152 / 274 | ||
| Northwoods Memory Care Suites | AL MC | Blaine | 26
Facility
26
MN AVG
61
Rank
#347 / 529 | No |
39
Facility
39
MN AVG
45
Rank
#348 / 614 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Northwoods Memory Care Suites
Is Northwoods Memory Care Suites in a walkable area?
Northwoods Memory Care Suites has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Are pets allowed at Northwoods Memory Care Suites?
No, Northwoods Memory Care Suites has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Northwoods Memory Care Suites have?
Northwoods Memory Care Suites has 26 beds.
Are there photos of Northwoods Memory Care Suites?
Yes — there are 20 photos of Northwoods Memory Care Suites in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Northwoods Memory Care Suites?
Northwoods Memory Care Suites is located at 4313 Ball Rd Ne, Blaine, MN 55014.
What is the phone number of Northwoods Memory Care Suites?
(763) 344-7177 will put you in contact with the team at Northwoods Memory Care Suites.
What county is Northwoods Memory Care Suites located in?
Northwoods Memory Care Suites is in Anoka County.
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