Page 2 of Best Assisted Living in Anoka County, MN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 17 assisted living communities in Anoka County, MN using MN Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in MN
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Avg Walk Score: 41/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Anoka County, MN. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 30The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Anoka County, MN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
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.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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>
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.
Heart Group Home
AL
MC
Columbia Heights
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #397 / 529
No
58
Facility 58
MN AVG 45
Rank #193 / 614
Private / Shared Rooms
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #115 / 270
1
12
Facility 12
MN AVG 10
Rank #177 / 274
12.0
Facility 12.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #189 / 274
In House Home Health
AL
HC
NH
RC
Ne Fridley (Fridley)
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 61
Rank #479 / 529
No
46
Facility 46
MN AVG 45
Rank #288 / 614
-
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #155 / 270
1
8
Facility 8
MN AVG 10
Rank #101 / 274
8.0
Facility 8.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #115 / 274
Ontime Care LLC
AL
Ne Fridley (Fridley)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #397 / 529
No
23
Facility 23
MN AVG 45
Rank #462 / 614
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6
Facility 6
MN AVG 10
Rank #60 / 274
6.0
Facility 6.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #72 / 274
Volante Senior Living of Hanover
AL
MC
Hanover
26
Facility 26
MN AVG 61
Rank #347 / 529
Yes
23
Facility 23
MN AVG 45
Rank #462 / 614
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Gada LLC
AL
Northeast Fridley (Fridley)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #397 / 529
No
40
Facility 40
MN AVG 45
Rank #341 / 614
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Optimum Healthcare Services Ll
AL
Northeast Fridley (Fridley)
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 61
Rank #479 / 529
No
61
Facility 61
MN AVG 45
Rank #160 / 614
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Liberty Mathan LLC
AL
Anoka
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 61
Rank #479 / 529
No
23
Facility 23
MN AVG 45
Rank #462 / 614
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every MN community we track that reports that metric, not just the 17 analyzed for Anoka County.

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Heart Group Home

4643 7Th Street Ne, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Overview of Heart Group Home

Age gracefully at Heart Group Home, a distinguished community in Columbia Heights, MN, that offers assisted living. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, top-tier support is provided for their daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, around the clock. Here, residents can feel a sense of belonging with the community’s comfortable and safe environment.

Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially engaged. Delightful and healthy meals are also served for a delightful dining experience that caters to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication management and incontinence care, residents are guaranteed the utmost convenience and safety. The community is ideal for those looking to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its exceptional care and extensive amenities.

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Overview of In House Home Health

In House Home Health is a small care home located on Symphony Street in Fridley, Minnesota. The property is a single-level house configured with four beds and currently operates at a 75 percent occupancy rate, meaning the staff cares for three residents.

The everyday program provides basic lodging, meals, and non-medical personal assistance. During reviews by the Minnesota Department of Health, the house received state citations regarding food handling procedures, communicable-disease prevention steps, specialized dementia training for staff, and medication management protocols. The neighborhood carries a walkability score of 46 out of 100, so while some errands can be done on foot, a car or local transit ride is required for major shopping and medical visits.

Prospective representatives looking into local placement options can call the home’s director to check on the single vacant bed. The single-floor layout allows residents to move between bedrooms and the kitchen area without using stairs.

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Overview of Ontime Care

Ontime Care is a trusted home care provider in Fridley, MN, that offers home health care. Older adults can ease their worries with care plans tailored to their unique needs. Medical social services are also provided for convenience.

Therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, are also provided to help improve older adults’ living experiences. With friendly companions, older adults are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections. Well-balanced meals are also prepared to meet older adults’ dietary needs and preferences. This home care provider is a good option for those aiming to spend their golden years in the comfort of their homes.

Contact Ontime Care LLC

Overview of Volante Senior Living of Hanover

Explore a luxurious stay with Volante Senior Living of Hanover located in the peaceful neighborhood of Hanover, MN, offering assisted living and memory care services. Here, the studios are tranquil havens, offering spacious layouts that blend safety with the serene charm of The Bridges neighborhood. The community areas serve as the warm heart of the home, where residents cultivate deep and meaningful connections. In terms of memory care, its approach emphasizes innovative care, incorporating sensory-enhancing features to elevate dining experiences alongside a holistic program designed to support the nutritional well-being of its residents.

Dedicated to providing dignified living and competent care, residents can enjoy excellent amenities and services. These include housekeeping and laundry service, emergency support devices, group exercise classes, salon or barber ship, and more. Visit Volante of Hanover, where the serenity of a close-knit community and the tranquility of a peaceful neighborhood come together to offer an unparalleled senior living experience.

Contact Volante Senior Living of Hanover

Gada LLC

6371 Washington Street Northeast, Fridley, MN 55432
Overview of Gada

Gada is a small care home located on Washington Street in Fridley, Minnesota. The place is a single-level house with just five beds, meaning residents can get to the living room and kitchen easily without having to deal with any stairs. The setup is built around helping older adults with their day-to-day routines, like getting dressed, bathing, and keeping track of their medications.

The staff takes care of all the chores around the house, including cooking the meals, cleaning up, and doing the laundry. They also set up basic activities to give the residents a chance to chat and spend time together.

The neighborhood has a walkability score of 40 out of 100, so while someone might be able to walk to a nearby spot now and then, a car or local transit ride is still needed for doctor visits and grocery shopping.

Interested individuals can call the owner directly to see if there are any open beds and find out how the move-in process works.

Contact Gada LLC

Overview of Optimum Healthcare Services Ll

Optimum Healthcare Services LLC is a dedicated home care agency in Fridley, MN, that offers home healthcare. With its comprehensive services, older adults are guaranteed to receive the utmost care for their special needs. To help older adults go back to their routines, therapy services, including physical, speech, and occupational therapy, are also offered.

Prioritizing older adults’ convenience, medical social services are available. Friendly companions also accompany older adults and engage in fun conversations to prevent them from getting lonely. Older adults can age in place, accompanied by this home care provider’s high-quality services.

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Overview of Liberty Mathan

Make every moment count at Liberty Mathan, a blissful haven in Anoka, MN, that offers assisted living. The community also provides top-notch care to help residents with their daily living activities 24/7 to ensure their comfort. Cleaning, laundry, and other household chores are also taken care of, providing residents with more time to do the things they love.

Dedicated to residents’ enjoyment and wellness, a variety of engaging activities and exciting programs are conducted. Mealtimes also promote social interactions while satisfying dietary needs with well-balanced dining options. Medication management and transportation services are also provided for convenience and safety. The community is a good option for those seeking comfort in retirement, especially with its supportive environment.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Anoka County, MN

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Minnesota?

Assisted living in Minnesota supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Minnesota?

Assisted living in Minnesota is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Minnesota Medicaid cover assisted living?

Minnesota Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Minnesota) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 17 assisted living facilities in Anoka County, MN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Anoka County, MN?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Anoka County, MN, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Anoka County, MN?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.