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The Waters of Highland Park
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · St Paul, MN
Exterior view of The Waters of Highland Park facility Bright and inviting common area with seating Modern kitchen in a senior living apartment Indoor common area with seating and bookshelves

The Waters of Highland Park

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · St Paul, MN
678 Snelling Ave S, St Paul, MN 55116 View map
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Overview of The Waters of Highland Park

The Waters of Highland Park is an assisted living community located at 678 Snelling Avenue South in the Highland Park neighborhood of St. Paul, Minnesota. The modern facility holds state approval for specialized dementia care and features an architectural layout focused on natural light, high ceilings, wide hallways, and large window profiles.

The 87-bed community operates at approximately 91 percent occupancy, providing specialized memory care alongside standard assisted living services. Daily programming incorporates wellness initiatives, creative arts, music, and spiritual groups.

The property welcomes pets and features a neighborhood walk score of 73, indicating a highly walkable environment with pedestrian access to regional parks, retail outlets, and restaurants. For medical convenience, the building sits within short driving proximity of the Minneapolis VA Medical Center.

Interested families and prospective residents can contact the Snelling Avenue South administrative office directly to inquire about apartment floor plans, confirm current entry fees, or coordinate a property tour.

Facility Direct Line (651) 363-3040
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 87 Rank #141 / 482Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 141st out of 482 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

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 #76 / 527Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 76th out of 527 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
73 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand. Rank #64 / 254Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 64th out of 254 assisted living communities we track in Minnesota for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 254. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
90.8% This home usually has limited availability

Based on 79 residents and 87 beds. Source: state inspection report (Jun 2025)

Higher than the Minnesota average: 76.7%

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyRamsey

Certifications & Programs

THRIVE™ / Signature Programs — The WatersA branded program developed by this community's operator or its partners - a named approach to programming or care, rather than an independent external certification.
PETALS Memory Care — The WatersA branded memory-care program developed by this community's operator - a structured approach to dementia care, rather than an independent external certification.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Respiratory Therapy
Occupational TherapyListed as: On-site physical and occupational therapy

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Diabetes Management
Glucose Monitoring

Additional Services

7 services
Catering Services
Concierge
Housekeeping
MaintenanceListed as: Interior and exterior maintenance
Emergency Call SystemListed as: 24-hour emergency response
TransportationListed as: Scheduled transportation and outings
Laundry & Linen

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Café
Bar
Beauty Salon
Spa
Courtyard
Parking
Patio
Whirlpool
Theater with Entertainment Seating
Secure Storage
Private Dining Room
Activities
Theater Events
Outings To Nearby Shops and Attractions

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at The Waters of Highland Park.
  • Private dining room for family events.
  • Bistro / café on site.

Room Accommodations

Studio Floor plans as listed by the community: Juno (523 sq ft) · Montrose (527 sq ft) Floor plans: Juno, Montrose 523–527 sq ft
1 Bedroom Floor plans as listed by the community: Davern (618 sq ft) · Hartford (638 sq ft) · Hillcrest (636 sq ft) · Scheffer (844 sq ft) · Montreal (836 sq ft) · Randolph (922 sq ft) Floor plans: Davern, Hartford, Hillcrest, Scheffer, Montreal +1 more 618–922 sq ft
2 Bedroom Floor plans as listed by the community: Eleanor (891 sq ft) · Snelling (1,029 sq ft) Floor plans: Eleanor, Snelling 891–1,029 sq ft

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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 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. 18 deficiencies 2 inspections

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 Better Metrics better than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (10% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (24% below)

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. 1820.0 This facility has 10% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (18 vs. MN avg 20).↓ 10% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 9.011.8 This facility has 24% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (9 vs. MN avg 11.8).↓ 24% better
Correction orders from complaint investigations Info Correction orders issued in complaint investigations. Not included in Total deficiencies or Deficiencies per inspection, which count licensing surveys only. 1— —

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

This FacilityMN Averagevs. MN Avg
Total inspections Info Licensing surveys conducted by the Minnesota Department of Health. Complaint investigations are listed separately below and are not included in this count. 22.0 This facility has total inspections in line with the Minnesota average (2 vs. MN avg 2).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info Investigations the Minnesota Department of Health opened after a complaint or a report of maltreatment. Each one ends with a finding, shown below. 20.5 This facility has had 300% more complaint investigations than the Minnesota average (2 vs. MN avg 0.5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 300% more
Substantiated Info The investigation found that the allegation happened (maltreatment or the reported failure was confirmed). 0— —
Inconclusive Info There was not enough evidence to decide whether the allegation happened. 1— —
Not substantiated Info The investigation found that the allegation did not happen. 1— —
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Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Quality of Life Rating
3 / 5

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

Ranked 54th (tied) of 136 homes in Minnesota

Family Satisfaction Rating
3 / 5

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

Ranked 52nd (tied) of 123 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
76.3% 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
90.2% High

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

Minnesota average: 83.7%

Food Quality Score
86.4% High

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

Community Activities Score
91.9% High

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

Safety & Privacy Score
89.1% High

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

Religion & Spirituality Score
83.9% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Care
76.9% Moderate

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

Family Satisfaction - Cost
74.0% Moderate

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

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping
82.9% High

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

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Address 4.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from St Paul's city center to The Waters of Highland Park's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.29 miles to nearest hospital (Minneapolis VA Medical Center)

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Compare Assisted Living around St Paul

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. 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.
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.
Lilydale Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Sunfish Lake
135
Facility 135
MN AVG 61
Rank #52 / 482
Yes
42
Facility 42
MN AVG 45
Rank #280 / 527
-
16
Facility 16
MN AVG 16
Rank #56 / 121
88.1%
Facility 88.1%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #85 / 254
A+
77.4%
Facility 77.4%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #96 / 143
2
13
Facility 13
MN AVG 10
Rank #72 / 248
6.5
Facility 6.5
MN AVG 5.0
Rank #53 / 248
New Perspective Highland Park
AL
IL
MC
St Paul (Highland Park)
109
Facility 109
MN AVG 61
Rank #96 / 482
Yes
68
Facility 68
MN AVG 45
Rank #101 / 527
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
MN AVG 16
Rank #36 / 121
84.4%
Facility 84.4%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #101 / 254
A+
83.5%
Facility 83.5%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #57 / 143
2
32
Facility 32
MN AVG 10
Rank #215 / 248
16.0
Facility 16.0
MN AVG 5.0
Rank #206 / 248
Seven Hills Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
St Paul (Summit - University)
110
Facility 110
MN AVG 61
Rank #88 / 482
No
87
Facility 87
MN AVG 45
Rank #13 / 527
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
MN AVG 16
Rank #113 / 121
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #1 / 254
A+
63%
Facility 63%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #138 / 143
2
13
Facility 13
MN AVG 10
Rank #72 / 248
6.5
Facility 6.5
MN AVG 5.0
Rank #53 / 248
Lexington Landing
AL
IL
MC
St Paul (Highland Park)
64
Facility 64
MN AVG 61
Rank #200 / 482
No
58
Facility 58
MN AVG 45
Rank #165 / 527
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
85.9%
Facility 85.9%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #91 / 254
-
88.8%
Facility 88.8%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #31 / 143
2
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 10
Rank #41 / 248
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 5.0
Rank #19 / 248
The Waters of Highland Park
AL
IL
MC
St Paul (Highland Park)
87
Facility 87
MN AVG 61
Rank #141 / 482
Yes
73
Facility 73
MN AVG 45
Rank #76 / 527
--
90.8%
Facility 90.8%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #64 / 254
-
86.4%
Facility 86.4%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #42 / 143
2
18
Facility 18
MN AVG 10
Rank #117 / 248
9.0
Facility 9.0
MN AVG 5.0
Rank #105 / 248

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MN assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial assistance

Programs that may help with care and living costs in Minnesota

The Waters of Highland Park is in St Paul, Minnesota. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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Cash support · veterans

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

VA Pension Aid and Attendance and Housebound Benefits (Federal)

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
No single monthly income cutoff. VA compares countable annual income, after permitted deductions, with the applicable Maximum Annual Pension Rate for the household and benefit category.
Asset limit
Net-worth limit is $163,699 from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026. Net worth includes countable assets plus annual income; exclusions and transfer rules apply.

Eligibility

General
Veterans or eligible survivors who qualify for VA Pension or Survivors Pension and meet the additional Aid and Attendance or Housebound criteria. Service, discharge, family status and pension eligibility rules also apply.
MN specifics
A federal VA pension benefit; Aid and Attendance and Housebound enhancements cannot be received together.

What it provides

  • A higher pension ceiling for eligible Aid and Attendance or Housebound recipients. Actual pension equals the applicable annual maximum minus countable income; the two enhancements cannot be paid together.
Housing and residential support

Housing Support (formerly Group Residential Housing)

Minnesota Housing Support (formerly Group Residential Housing)

Eligibility

General
Low-income adults age 65 or older, or younger adults with qualifying conditions limiting self-sufficiency, who meet the program’s SSI/General Assistance-related eligibility and financial rules.

What it provides

  • Payments to a participating housing provider for room and board and necessities; some qualifying settings can receive supplemental supportive-service funding.
In-home & community support

Elderly Waiver

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Eligibility

General
Age 65 or older, eligible for Medical Assistance, nursing-home level of care established by MnCHOICES, and services cost less than nursing-facility care.
MN specifics
County, tribal or managed-care assessment determines the individual plan; eligibility does not entitle everyone to all listed services.

What it provides

  • Authorized adult day/companion services; case management; homemaker; meals; respite; accessibility changes; personal care/CFSS and other Elderly Waiver supports.
In-home & community support

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Minnesota ECS

Income limit
Must meet Alternative Care financial eligibility criteria.
Asset limit
Alternative Care financial criteria evaluate income and assets together.

Eligibility

General
Age 65 or older, not eligible for Medical Assistance, assessed as needing community supports but not nursing-facility level of care, and meeting the other statutory criteria.
MN specifics
Community assessment must identify an approved support needed to maintain community residence. Reassessment is required at least annually.

What it provides

  • Approved community supports up to $400 per person per month; separate service coordination up to $600 per 12-month authorization period. Categories include adult day services; caregiver support; homemaker or chore help; emergency-response systems; meals and community living assistance.
In-home & community support

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Income limit
Income and assets must be insufficient to pay for more than 135 days of nursing-facility care.

Eligibility

General
Age 65 or older, nursing-facility level of care on MnCHOICES, not enough income/assets to fund more than 135 days of nursing-facility care, and no other means of paying for needed services.
MN specifics
Needed AC services must cost less than 75% of the comparable Medical Assistance cost; AC is for people not yet eligible for Medical Assistance.

What it provides

  • Approved home/community supports similar to many Elderly Waiver services; subject to Alternative Care cost rules.
In-home support

Community First Services and Supports (CFSS)

Minnesota Community First Services and Supports (CFSS)

Eligibility

General
People assessed as eligible who live in the community, can direct care or have someone do so, and have qualifying MA, waiver, Alternative Care or certain MinnesotaCare coverage. Family Support Grant users are excluded.

What it provides

  • Authorized support workers; eligible goods and services; emergency response systems and worker training under agency or budget options.
Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing

Eligibility

General
Medicare beneficiaries meeting the applicable state Medicare Savings Program eligibility rules.
MN specifics
Applications are administered by the state Medicaid program.

What it provides

  • Assistance with Medicare premiums and; for qualified QMB beneficiaries; Medicare-covered deductibles and coinsurance. The qualifying category determines which costs are paid.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Waters of Highland Park

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 What neighborhood is The Waters of Highland Park in?
The Waters of Highland Park is in the Highland Park neighborhood of St Paul.
02 Is The Waters of Highland Park in a walkable area?
The Waters of Highland Park has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
03 What is the occupancy rate at The Waters of Highland Park?
The Waters of Highland Park's occupancy is 90.8%.
04 Are pets allowed at The Waters of Highland Park?
Yes, The Waters of Highland Park allows residents to bring their pets.
05 What is the best email address for The Waters of Highland Park?
The team at The Waters of Highland Park can be reached at wofhp@thewaters.com.
06 How many beds does The Waters of Highland Park have?
The Waters of Highland Park has 87 beds.
07 Has The Waters of Highland Park had any deficiencies?
The Waters of Highland Park has had 18 reported deficiencies according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).
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