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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.

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Overview of Valora Sr. Lvg of St. Anthony

Valora Sr. Lvg of St. Anthony offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in St. Anthony, MN. Independent living provides a private home without daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

These care levels can accommodate changing needs over time, so the community may be a good fit for a resident whose care needs may change. The community has 97 beds, and Deanna Carlson serves as its director. A Walk Score of 76 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of Havenwood of Buffalo

Havenwood of Buffalo offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Buffalo, MN. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Care needs can change over time. Because the community offers several care levels, a resident may be able to move to a different level without leaving Havenwood of Buffalo. Respite care is available for short stays, giving a family caregiver time away to travel or recover. The community has 110 beds, and its Walk Score of 71 places it in a very walkable area where most errands can be completed on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently.

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Towerlight On Wooddale Avenue

3601 Wooddale Avenue South, St. Louis Park, MN 55416
Overview of Towerlight on Wooddale Avenue

Towerlight on Wooddale Avenue in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. The range is useful over time because a resident whose needs grow may be able to move to another level without leaving the community or starting over socially, which can support a family planning for changing care needs.

The community has 130 beds, and pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. Restaurant-style dining includes traditional favorites, seasonal specialties, and a variety of choices prepared from fresh ingredients. Programming includes Lifelong Learning and Intergenerational Programming, and religious services are available. Betsy LaMarre serves as director, while a Walk Score of 60 out of 100 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot for a resident who no longer drives.

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Overview of Savage Senior Living

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

Several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, since moving to another level of care does not require leaving the community. The community has 145 beds, placing it between a smaller and larger community without indicating a particular setting or experience.

A Walk Score of 52 makes the area somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select destinations independently. Weekly shuttles to the store add scheduled transportation for shopping. Meals are served at the table, with local and traditional favorites plus seasonal specialties among the selections, and the community offers a Wellness Program and Spiritual Health programming.

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Overview of Colony Court

Colony Court provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Waseca, MN. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Colony Court opened in 1991 and has 95 beds. A Walk Score of 64 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain errands independently.

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Overview of River Oaks Columbia Heights

River Oaks Columbia Heights is an assisted living community in Columbia Heights, Minnesota. Residents can receive help with activities of daily living, including toileting, transfers, continence care, and medication administration, so the community may be a good fit for someone who needs support with these tasks.

The community has 68 beds. Diabetic care and dietitian services can address residents’ specific health and dietary needs, while personalized treatment plans address physical and mental health needs. A Walk Score of 83 makes the area very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently.

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Minnesota Greenleaf

1006 Greenwood Street East, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Overview of Minnesota Greenleaf

Minnesota Greenleaf offers assisted living and memory care in Thief River Falls, MN. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia concerns. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs help with daily tasks while maintaining a private living space, or a secured setting with supervision because of Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia concerns.

There are 71 beds. Studio and one bedroom units are available, with a studio offering one private living space and a one bedroom unit separating the sleeping and living areas. Individualized care plans organize support around each resident’s needs, while a Walk Score of 77 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot for residents who can walk independently.

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Overview of Park Gardens of Fergus Falls

Park Gardens of Fergus Falls offers assisted living, independent living and memory care in Fergus Falls, MN. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The combination of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, because the resident can move between care levels without leaving the community. The community has 68 beds. Its Walk Score of 75 / 100 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy or cafes independently. Amanda Thoemke serves as director.

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Overview of Peaceful Lodge

Peaceful Lodge is an assisted living community in Oakdale, MN. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space, so Peaceful Lodge may be a good fit for someone who needs that support. The community has 86 beds.

Peaceful Lodge has a Walk Score of 66 and is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be completed on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some errands independently. Medicaid is accepted, giving a family whose savings may not cover a long stay a potential way to pay for assisted living.

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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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  • 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.