Best Assisted Living in Apple Valley, MN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 assisted living communities in Apple Valley, 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: 24/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Apple Valley, 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: 22The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Apple Valley, 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. 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.
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.
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.
Friendship House LLC
AL
Apple Valley (Cedar Grove)
5No 33 -1
8
Facility 8
MN AVG 10
Rank #101 / 274
8.0
Facility 8.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #115 / 274
Community Assisted Living Inc.
AL
Apple Valley (Knottywoods)
12No 32 58.3% 1
17
Facility 17
MN AVG 10
Rank #227 / 274
17.0
Facility 17.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #236 / 274
Olabig Healthcare LLC
AL
Apple Valley
4No 20 ----
Boden Senior Living – Apple Va
AL
MC
RC
Apple Valley
67No 10 ------

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every MN community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 analyzed for Apple Valley.

Friendship House LLC

15872 Eastchester Road, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Overview of Friendship House

Friendship House is a distinct community in Apple Valley, MN, that offers assisted living. Daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, as well as household tasks, are taken care of 24/7, ensuring residents can maintain their independence without worries. With accessible and secure accommodations, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety.

Wellness programs and a variety of recreational activities are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. The community also offers delightful dining options to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents are assured of taking their medications as prescribed. Here, residents have the finest retirement experience, accompanied by the community’s friendly setting and cozy communal spaces.

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Overview of Community Assisted Living

Community Assisted Living Inc. is a welcoming retreat in Apple Valley, MN, that offers assisted living. With its dedication to improving residents’ quality of life, top-tier support for their daily living activities, like bathing and dressing, 24/7. Accessible and cozy accommodations are also provided, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety.

Here, residents will not feel lonely with many exciting events and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Accommodating special diets, delightful and well-balanced meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community’s state-of-the-art amenities and top-notch services create the perfect setting for a worry-free retirement.

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Olabig Healthcare LLC

14764 Lower Endicott Way, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Overview of Olabig Healthcare

Make your best years memorable at Olabig Healthcare, a distinct haven in Apple Valley, MN, offering assisted living. Here, top-notch care tailored to residents’ daily living activities is provided around the clock to ensure their comfort. Residents can also maintain their independence without hassles, with housekeeping and laundry services.

Residents can do the things they love with a jam-packed calendar of enjoyable activities and engaging programs. Satisfy dietary needs and cravings with delicious and healthy home-cooked meals. Medication management and transportation services are also provided for convenience and safety. The community also continuously promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

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Overview of Boden Senior Living – Apple Va
Boden Senior Living in Apple Valley offers a range of care options including Assisted Living, Enhanced Care, and Memory Care. The community focuses on providing customizable care and engaging events for residents. Located conveniently behind Target, it serves seniors from Apple Valley and surrounding areas.

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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 Apple Valley, 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 4 assisted living facilities in Apple Valley, MN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Apple Valley, 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 Apple Valley, 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 Apple Valley, 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.