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Best Assisted Living in Grand Rapids, MN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 assisted living communities in Grand Rapids, 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: 28/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Grand Rapids, 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: 56The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Grand Rapids, MN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Grand Rapids

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.

Oak Hill Assisted Living
AL
HOS
Grand Rapids
24
Facility 24
MN AVG 61
Rank #350 / 528
No
1
Facility 1
MN AVG 43
Rank #608 / 632
Private Rooms
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 18
Rank #132 / 138
83.3% A+
77.1%
Facility 77.1%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #104 / 149
1
20
Facility 20
MN AVG 10
Rank #242 / 274
20.0
Facility 20.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #251 / 274
Americare Lodges
AL
Grand Rapids (Harris)
28
Facility 28
MN AVG 61
Rank #344 / 528
No
0
Facility 0
MN AVG 43
Rank #617 / 632
-- 71.4% -
71.9%
Facility 71.9%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #122 / 149
1
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 10
Rank #140 / 274
10.0
Facility 10.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #152 / 274
River Grand Senior Living
AL
MC
Grand Rapids
78
Facility 78
MN AVG 61
Rank #179 / 528
No
73
Facility 73
MN AVG 43
Rank #90 / 632
-
18
Facility 18
MN AVG 18
Rank #64 / 138
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The Emeralds at Grand Rapids
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Grand Rapids (Wagon Wheel Mobile Home Park)
93
Facility 93
MN AVG 61
Rank #137 / 528
No
9
Facility 9
MN AVG 43
Rank #560 / 632
Private / Semi-Private Rooms- 48.8% -------
Overview of Oak Hill Assisted Living

Settled in the beautiful neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MN, the Oak Hill Assisted Living is an esteemed senior living community offering assisted living services. This community follows a set of guiding principles including preserving dignity, freedom of choice, and maintaining hope in delivering its care and services. Spacious and cozy accommodations are available and tailored to the needs of its residents. With a trained and compassionate team, residents can receive round-the-clock assistance at all levels of care.

Dedicated to making every day a good day, residents can enjoy a wide range of amenities and services including 3 delightful and nutritious meals based on special dietary needs, unlimited snacks and beverages, housekeeping, laundry, and linen services. Participate in a full-packed calendar of social activities and leisure outings. At Oak Hill Assisted Living, seniors are guaranteed a classic retirement.

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Americare Lodges

20371 Wendigo Park Rd, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Overview of Americare Lodges

Americare Lodges Assisted Living is an idyllic retreat with several distinct locations in Grand Rapids and Remer, MN, that offers assisted living. The community is committed to improving residents’ quality of life in its beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations, while providing top-tier assistance for their daily living activities 24/7. Residents can also maintain their independence, as housekeeping and laundry are taken care of.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a carefully curated calendar of enriching programs and exciting events based on their interests and capabilities. To meet residents’ nutritional needs and tastes, delicious and well-balanced meals are also served in a home-style setting. Medication management, medical monitoring, and incontinence management are also provided for residents’ healthcare needs. The community’s top-notch services and state-of-the-art amenities in its locations across Minnesota create the ideal setting where residents can thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of River Grand Senior Living

Rochelle Langlois owns and manages River Grand Senior Living, a 78-bed residential community located along the Mississippi River in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. Operating for 18 years in Itasca County, this established property combines apartment-style assisted living with an approved dementia care program, allowing families to maintain a single residential setting if a loved one’s cognitive needs change.

The community enforces a strict no-pets policy, requiring incoming residents to relocate without companion animals. The surrounding riverside neighborhood is highly pedestrian-friendly, carrying a walkability score of 73 out of 100, which gives mobile residents and visiting family members convenient foot access to downtown retail, pharmacies, and daily essentials. State regulatory records show active compliance to provide both standard personal care services and secure memory care housing.

Interested individuals seeking riverside memory support or senior apartments can reach out to the Grand Rapids administrative staff to verify current vacancies and enrollment criteria.

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Overview of The Emeralds at Grand Rapids

The Emeralds at Grand Rapids is a nursing home in Grand Rapids, MN, offering a wide range of care options, including assisted living, long-term care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Here, older adults can keep their peace of mind, especially with a nurturing and welcoming environment. Excellent services, including 24-hour care, housekeeping, laundry, well-balanced meals, and transportation, are also provided, so residents can focus on recovery. Alongside a continuum of care, personalized care plans are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Social gatherings, light exercises, and various activities foster interactions and encourage residents to explore new hobbies. A wellness center, a beauty salon, and peaceful outdoor areas are also available, so residents can focus on their wellness. Set along major roads, near restaurants, shops, and the Judy Garland Museum, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home continuously provides excellent services for older adults’ welfare, making it a reliable choice for senior living in Minnesota.

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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 Grand Rapids, MN

What is the average cost of assisted living in Grand Rapids, MN?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Grand Rapids, MN is approximately $3,600. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Grand Rapids, MN?

Assisted living in Grand Rapids, MN typically ranges from $3,300–$5,100 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Grand Rapids, MN?

Assisted living facilities in Grand Rapids, MN typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:15.

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.