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Overview of Aurora on France Senior Living

Aurora on France Senior Living in Edina, Minnesota, delivers a broad spectrum of care options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and respite care. Independent living accommodates adults who desire private living spaces without assistance, whereas assisted living helps with personal routines such as dressing, bathing, and medication administration. Memory care facilities feature structured, secured environments for residents with cognitive impairments, and short-term respite stays accommodate caregivers needing temporary support.

This 130-bed residence records an average daily nurse staffing rate of 7 hours and 5 minutes per resident. Life enrichment includes wellness classes, outdoor spaces, weekly coffee social hours, movie nights, and spiritual gatherings, alongside planned shopping trips and community outings.

Given its 75 walk score, the surrounding neighborhood allows residents to visit nearby pharmacies, shops, and cafes on foot. Amenities also feature flexible dining plans, local transportation services, and a pet-friendly policy. Accepted financial options include Medicare and private payment.

Interested families looking for care options in Edina can reach out to Aurora on France Senior Living to schedule a campus visit, check unit availability, or review accepted payment programs.

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Overview of Auburn Meadows
Auburn Meadows is an assisted living facility located in Waconia, Minnesota. It offers a mix of privacy and community with private apartments and various amenities. The facility is designed to help residents enjoy the comforts of home while receiving the care they need.

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Overview of Crossroads Care Center

Crossroads Care Center, located in Worthington, MN, is a skilled nursing facility offeering high quality nursing services from transitional care, memory care, respite care, rehabilitations, long term care, and hospice care. To ensure that each residents’ specific needs are met, they provide personalized care programs which includes 24/7 nursing care, and access to state-of-the-art facilities.
Valuing the role of the environment, CrossroadsCare Center offers a secure community with comforatble spaces, where seniors living with Alzheimer’s or dementia can thrive. Their therapy services include speech, occupational and physical, giving residents assistence to achieve the highest level of functionality as possible.

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Overview of Auburn Homes and Services Waconia

Auburn Homes and Services Waconia, situated in the beautiful town of Waconia, MN, is an esteemed senior living providing outstanding assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing care, and rehabilitation services. The community features an elegant and professional atmosphere, ensuring service is delivered well with compassion and integrity. Residents can choose from cozy studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom luxury, and private apartments, providing a perfect blend of privacy and community.

Here, residents are treated to delicious and nutritious meals while enjoying a wide array of activities and programs that invigorate the body, mind, and spirit. Live life to the fullest with its top-tier amenities and services, catering to unique individual needs, assisted by a dedicated team. Every moment is crafted to celebrate life and foster a vibrant and fulfilling experience for all.

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Overview of Elysian Senior Homes of Lake C
Elysian Senior Homes of Lake City offers local assisted living services and dementia care in Lake City, MN. It provides beautiful apartments with a full spectrum of care, allowing residents to choose from various apartment types. The facility opened in September 2015 and is designed to support aging in place.

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Overview of Good Shepherd Assisted Living
Good Shepherd Assisted Living is located in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota. It offers a variety of services including assisted living, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, and nursing home care. The community is designed to provide an active and fulfilling experience for older adults.

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Overview of Dellwood Gardens
Dellwood Gardens is an assisted living and memory care facility located in St. Paul, MN. It provides a community where residents receive care and compassion in an environment that respects their lifestyle and celebrates their heritage. The facility offers a wide range of senior care options and beautiful assisted living apartments.

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Overview of Personal Care Senior Livingllc
Personal Care Senior Living is a senior care provider located in Andover, MN. It offers assisted living and memory care services designed to provide around-the-clock personal care. The community features private apartments and a lovely outdoor courtyard for residents.

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Overview of Eden Prairie Senior Living
Eden Prairie Senior Living is a senior living community located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. It offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care apartments, along with a variety of amenities and services. The community focuses on providing a high quality of life with a continuum of care tailored to residents' needs.

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Overview of Oak Ridge Assisted Living of H

Oak Ridge Assisted Living of H is located in Hastings, MN. It offers assisted living and memory care services, providing a safe and caring environment for seniors. The community promotes independence while offering various levels of care.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    Environment
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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.

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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

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

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

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

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  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

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

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

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

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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.

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  • 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.