Page 25 of Best Assisted Living in Minnesota

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 545 assisted living communities in 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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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
Catholic Eldercare
AL
ADC
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Minneapolis
164
Facility 164
MN AVG 60
Rank #23 / 480
No
82
Facility 82
MN AVG 45
Rank #27 / 527
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89.5%
Facility 89.5%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #67 / 235
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The Estates at Twin Rivers
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Anoka
50
Facility 50
MN AVG 60
Rank #231 / 480
No
76
Facility 76
MN AVG 45
Rank #58 / 527
Private / Semi-Private Rooms-
77.2%
Facility 77.2%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #127 / 235
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Thorne Crest Retirement Center
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Albert Lea
105
Facility 105
MN AVG 60
Rank #100 / 480
No
84
Facility 84
MN AVG 45
Rank #22 / 527
-
12
Facility 12
MN AVG 17
Rank #69 / 115
44.8%
Facility 44.8%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #218 / 235
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39
Facility 39
MN AVG 10
Rank #247 / 249
4.9
Facility 4.9
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #45 / 249
Keystone Bluffs Assisted Livin
AL
Duluth (Central Duluth)
100
Facility 100
MN AVG 60
Rank #107 / 480
No
32
Facility 32
MN AVG 45
Rank #344 / 527
-
26
Facility 26
MN AVG 17
Rank #17 / 115
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Bel Rae Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Mounds View
105
Facility 105
MN AVG 60
Rank #100 / 480
No
73
Facility 73
MN AVG 45
Rank #76 / 527
-
11
Facility 11
MN AVG 17
Rank #72 / 115
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Valley Assisted Living
AL
Thief River Falls
43
Facility 43
MN AVG 60
Rank #245 / 480
No
51
Facility 51
MN AVG 45
Rank #212 / 527
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69.4%
Facility 69.4%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #122 / 143
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Sabainah Healthcare
AL
Brooklyn Park
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 60
Rank #436 / 480
No
20
Facility 20
MN AVG 45
Rank #424 / 527
Private / Shared Rooms-
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #201 / 235
--1
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 10
Rank #59 / 249
6.0
Facility 6.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #69 / 249
Long Lake Loon Lodge
AL
Ne Bemidji (Bemidji)
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 60
Rank #340 / 480
No---
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #1 / 235
-
87.3%
Facility 87.3%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #35 / 143
1
13
Facility 13
MN AVG 10
Rank #178 / 249
13.0
Facility 13.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #188 / 249
Raliance Group Home LLC
AL
Minneapolis (Phillips)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 60
Rank #363 / 480
No
72
Facility 72
MN AVG 45
Rank #84 / 527
--
40.0%
Facility 40.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #219 / 235
--1
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 10
Rank #59 / 249
6.0
Facility 6.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #69 / 249
Remmys Tender Care LLC Limited
AL
St Paul (Hamline - Midway)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 60
Rank #363 / 480
No
91
Facility 91
MN AVG 45
Rank #6 / 527
--
40.0%
Facility 40.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #219 / 235
--1
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 10
Rank #79 / 249
7.0
Facility 7.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #89 / 249

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 545 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Catholic Eldercare

For four decades, Catholic Eldercare has been a haven of tranquility for countless seniors seeking a safe and nurturing abode in Northeast Minneapolis. As a distinguished institution in the world of senior care, this establishment offers an array of comprehensive services, including assisted living, independent living, skilled nursing, memory care, transitional care, adult day services, and pastoral care. The home has been providing exceptional services to people of all faiths, fostering a vibrant community of residents who cherish the spiritual, social, and recreational programs and activities that are available to them. 
The care center provides a range of practical services to assist with everyday life, including housekeeping, shopping trips, outings, and laundry services, to name but a few. And with a comprehensive emergency call system and daily safety checks, family members can rest easy knowing their loved ones are in good hands. It also has state-of-the-art amenities, including physical, occupational, and speech therapies, daily music therapy sessions, and health monitoring and education to ensure that residents receive the best care possible. Aside from its robust medical and wellness offerings, Catholic Eldercare also caters to the creative and social needs of its residents through a variety of pursuits, including watercolor painting, poetry writing, and concerts.

Contact Catholic Eldercare

Overview of The Estates at Twin Rivers

The Estates at Twin Rivers is a nursing home in Anoka, MN, offering long-term care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Promoting a supportive and inviting environment, the community ensures older adults can live comfortably in retirement. 24-hour care, healthy meals, and therapies are among the exceptional services provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Through a holistic approach to care, residents receive high-quality care to help them recover and return to their routines with ease.

Games, recreational activities, and exercises provide residents with more opportunities to try out new hobbies and make friends. Residents can also rest comfortably, with thoughtfully furnished, private, and semi-private rooms. Situated near bus stops, leisure sites, and parks in Anoka, the community ensures residents have easy access to their necessities and leisure. This nursing home has exceptional standards of care, making it a good option for senior living in Minnesota.

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Bel Rae Senior Living

2330 Mounds View Boulevard, Mounds View, MN 55112
Overview of Bel Rae Senior Living

Bel Rae Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Mounds View, MN. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between levels may allow the resident to remain at Bel Rae. Staffing is available 24 hours a day, so assistance is present around the clock. A Walk Score of 73 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to reach shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently.

Scheduled, complimentary transportation is available for trips to nearby shops and restaurants. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet at the community. JoAnn Richardson serves as the director.

Restaurant-style dining provides meals prepared by culinary experts. The activities calendar includes weekly happy hours, guest speakers, and wellness classes. Residents can use a theatre, workshop, salon, fitness center, outdoor lounge area, walkways, and creek trails for recreation, personal care, exercise, and time outdoors. Personalized fitness plans and the Active Therapy program offer additional wellness and therapy options.

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Overview of Keystone Bluffs Assisted Livin
Keystone Bluffs Assisted Living is located in Duluth, Minnesota. It offers 80 thoughtfully designed apartments and provides exceptional assisted living care. The facility features resort-style amenities and a daily activity calendar for residents.

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Overview of Valley Assisted Living

Experience unmatched assistance at Valley Assisted Living, an astouding community in Thief River Falls, MN, that offers assisted living. Here, residents can ease their worries with top-notch care for their daily living activities, including grooming and bathing, 24/7. Cleaning and maintenance of purposely built and cozy accommodations are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

To improve residents’ moods and well-being, a variety of enriching activities and stimulating programs is conducted. Mealtimes also foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Medication management is also provided, so residents can travel to their errands and medical appointments without hassles. The community’s nurturing and supportive environment creates the ideal setting for residents to make the most of their best years.

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Sabainah Healthcare

8616 Yellowstone Trail, Brooklyn Park, MN 55444
Overview of Sabainah Healthcare

Sabainah Healthcare operates a small four-bed residential home located on Yellowstone Trail in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. The property offers both shared and private room options and currently houses two residents, representing a 50 percent occupancy rate. The single-level setup allows residents to move comfortably between their bedrooms and the communal living areas without climbing stairs.

The day-to-day operations focus on general lodging, meal preparation, and non-medical personal care support. Regulatory reviews by the Minnesota Department of Health show the facility maintains a clean record, with zero serious enforcement citations or substantiated resident complaints. The neighborhood carries a walkability score of 20 out of 100, which means staff, residents, and visitors will need a vehicle or local transit to handle shopping and medical appointments.

Prospective residents looking for an intimate household setting can get in touch with the management team to learn about the two available beds.

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Overview of Raliance Group Home

Spend your golden years at Raliance Group Home, a friendly community in Minneapolis, MN, that offers assisted living. With its commitment to residents’ welfare, top-notch care is provided for their personal needs around the clock. A hassle-free living is also guaranteed, as housekeeping and laundry are taken care of.

Encouraging residents to make new friends and gain meaningful experiences, a carefully planned calendar of fun activities and engaging programs is conducted. Here, residents have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy home-cooked meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Medication reminders and transportation services are also provided for convenience and safety. The community is ideal for those seeking assistance in retirement, especially with its exceptional services and friendly setting.

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Overview of Remmys Tender Care LLC

Remmys Tender Care LLC operates a five-bed residential property on Sherburne Avenue in St. Paul, Minnesota. The single-story building houses two residents, representing a 40 percent occupancy rate. The ground-floor design makes it simple for residents to navigate between their private rooms and the kitchen area without using stairs.

The daily routine centers on basic meals, lodging, and personal care tasks. This location stands out for its walkability, with a score of 91 out of 100, allowing staff and visiting families to manage daily errands or reach local transit options on foot without a car.

Interested families researching local care options can contact the facility manager directly to ask about the three open beds. This inquiry is a good opportunity to discuss how the team handles daily routines and how they have addressed state inspection reviews regarding food safety, fire protection systems, emergency planning, nursing charts, and staff background verifications.

Contact Remmys Tender Care LLC Limited

Overview of Long Lake Loon Lodge

Long Lake Loon Lodge is a small care facility located on Loon Lodge Lane in a rural area of Bemidji, Minnesota. The property is configured for 10 total beds and currently operates at full capacity. The everyday program focuses on basic housing, meals, and non-medical personal assistance for a small household of older adults.

State reports conducted by the Minnesota Department of Health identified several compliance gaps requiring correction. These citations involved fire safety systems, infection control during medication handling, oxygen storage rules, the availability of 24-hour resident assistance, emergency planning, and care logging paperwork.

The surrounding rural neighborhood carries a walkability score indicating complete car dependence, so families, staff, and residents must rely on a vehicle for all medical visits and shopping errands.

Prospective representatives exploring regional care options can call the house manager to inquire about the waiting list or future vacancies. Planning an on-site visit provides an opportunity to look over the building setup, ask the administration about their updated state safety corrections, and review the monthly rates.

Contact Long Lake Loon Lodge

Overview of Thorne Crest Retirement Center

Thorne Crest Retirement Center is a 105-bed nursing home located on Garfield Avenue in Albert Lea, Minnesota. Owned by Jennifer Wood, the facility has been operating for 12 years and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. The surrounding area is highly walkable, so visitors can handle most errands on foot.

Residents stay for an average of 127 days, a timeline that reflects a mix of short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. To manage daily medical needs, the nursing team provides about 3 hours and 45 minutes of total care per resident each day. This hands-on support is distributed across registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides working around-the-clock shifts.

The clinical setup focuses on recovery, rehabilitation, and respite care for individuals transitioning from a hospital stay or surgery. On-site features include a wellness center, structured health programs, and a 24-hour nursing presence. For daily routines, the facility provides a dining program with continental breakfast and cooked meals, transportation for appointments, a library, an emergency call system in each room, and outdoor garden spaces.

Interested individuals looking at care options will find a setup geared toward steady recovery and daily support. The front office can be contacted directly to verify current room availability, confirm insurance details, or set up a time to view the property.

Contact Thorne Crest Retirement Center

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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Assisted Living in Minnesota at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $6,180The average monthly cost across facilities in Minnesota. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Minnesota. 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: 60The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Minnesota. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Minnesota

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 545 assisted living facilities in Minnesota. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Minnesota?

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 Minnesota, 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 Minnesota?

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.