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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: 61The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Minnesota. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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 Havenwood of Richfield
Havenwood of Richfield is a senior living community located in Richfield, Minnesota. It offers a range of living options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community focuses on providing a vibrant lifestyle with various amenities and support services.

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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 is a senior living community in St. Louis Park, MN. It offers a range of services including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Enhanced Care. The community focuses on providing quality lifestyle programs and culinary services to support the well-being of its residents.

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Overview of Valora Sr. Lvg of St. Anthony
Valora Senior Living of St. Anthony offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Enhanced Care options with personalized comfort and peace of mind. The community is located in a peaceful neighborhood just minutes from Minneapolis and St. Paul. It provides customizable care-focused services to meet the evolving needs of residents.

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Overview of Havenwood of Buffalo
Havenwood of Buffalo is a senior living community located in Buffalo, Minnesota. It offers a range of living options including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The community focuses on providing a vibrant lifestyle with various amenities and support services.

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Overview of Savage Senior Living
Savage Senior Living is a senior living community in Savage, MN. It offers a diverse range of options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The community features a seasoned care team and a variety of services, amenities, and activities.

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Overview of Colony Court
Colony Court is a senior living facility located in Waseca, MN. It provides affordable, quality care for seniors, specializing in Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Care Suites. The facility is family-owned and operated, advocating for collaboration and spiritual wellness to enhance the quality of life for its residents.

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Overview of River Oaks Columbia Heights

River Oaks Columbia Heights is an assisted living facility located in Columbia Heights, MN. It provides personalized treatment plans to assist residents with physical and mental health needs. The facility aims to help residents achieve the highest quality of life possible through a person-centered care approach.

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Minnesota Greenleaf

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

Minnesota Greenleaf is a senior living community in Thief River Falls, MN. It offers assisted living and memory care housing units designed to provide a caring environment for residents. The facility aims to allow residents to live as independently as possible while enjoying their lives to the fullest.

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Overview of Park Gardens of Fergus Falls
Park Gardens of Fergus Falls is a senior living community located in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. It offers tailored services for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community focuses on providing a customized living experience that promotes mental, physical, and spiritual wellness.

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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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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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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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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 530 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.