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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
Ecumen Prairie Hill offers assisted living and memory care in St. Peter, Minnesota. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels on one campus can support a resident whose needs grow over time.
The community has 75 beds. Walking paths and spacious grounds give residents places to walk outdoors, and nearby parks provide additional outdoor destinations. With a Walk Score of 68, the area is 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.
Elysian Senior Homes of Lake C offers assisted living and memory care in Lake City, MN. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident lives in an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and having both care levels means a resident’s needs can grow over time without requiring a move to another community.
The community has 75 beds and opened in 2015. Its Dementia Care program provides a dedicated focus within the memory care offering, so Elysian Senior Homes of Lake C may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs structured supervision. Housing options include studios, one bedroom apartments, one bedroom apartments plus a den, and two bedroom apartments; a studio provides one private living space, while a two bedroom apartment can suit a couple moving together.
A Walk Score of 61 places the area in a somewhat walkable band. Some errands can be completed on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may still get out independently.
Dellwood Gardens is an assisted living and memory care community in St. Paul, MN, located in the Dayton’s Bluff neighborhood. Assisted living offers help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks while a resident keeps a private apartment.
Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With both care levels in one community, Dellwood Gardens may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, allowing care to continue without moving elsewhere. The home has 90 beds, and a Walk Score of 57 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby errands independently.
Personal Care Senior Living LLC provides assisted living and memory care in Anoka, MN. In assisted living, residents receive help with bathing, dressing and medication while keeping their own apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and around the clock staffing means help and supervision are available at any hour.
With 32 beds, the community has a smaller setting where staff and residents may have more opportunity to get to know each other. An outdoor courtyard gives residents a place to spend time outside, while rehabilitation services are available when that support is needed. The setting may suit someone who prefers a more intimate community.
Transportation to and from appointments is provided on scheduled days, giving residents an arranged option for those visits. The area has a Walk Score of 84, meaning it is very walkable and most errands can be handled on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach nearby destinations independently.
The Waters of Eden Prairie provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Eden Prairie, MN. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment; Independent living provides a private apartment with community services and no daily care; and memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Having these care types in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time.
Located in the Golden Triangle neighborhood, the community has 165 beds. Studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom apartments are available, including larger layouts that can suit residents moving with a companion. Respite care provides a short stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers, and pets are allowed for residents who want to keep a pet with them.
The starting price is $3,250 per month, giving families a monthly baseline when considering the community’s cost. The Waters Restaurant serves fresh, chef-prepared cuisine, while the spa and salon provide on-site personal care services. Rehabilitation services are available on site, and group transportation supports scheduled community outings.
Outdoor patios and walking paths provide places to spend time outside. Art, music, physical wellness activities, and wellness programs give residents structured ways to participate in daily life. A Walk Score of 34 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. The Waters of Eden Prairie may be a good fit for someone or a family seeking multiple care levels, with memory care available when a secured, supervised setting is needed.
Oak Terrace Senior Housing Of offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Le Sueur, MN. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time.
The community has 65 beds. Its starting price is $2,500, but that figure is not tied to a confirmed care level or set of services. Rehabilitation services and a salon/spa are available on site, giving residents access to rehabilitation support and personal grooming services within the community. A Walk Score of 62 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain nearby errands independently.
Licensed for memory care, assisted living, and independent living, Eden Prairie Senior Living operates in Eden Prairie, MN. A resident whose dementia brings a risk of wandering gets supervision, in a setting that is secured. Assisted living adds support for dressing, medication, and bathing. Independent living leaves the day to the resident, who gets the community’s services and none of the daily care.
Three levels at one address mean one move rather than two, which is the arithmetic for a family reading ahead rather than reacting to something that has already happened. Capacity here reaches 130 beds. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep one.
A library, a fitness center, a movie theater, and a salon are all amenities here, and Resident Dining is named among the programs. The community is in the Golden Triangle neighborhood, and at 34, the Walk Score is car-dependent, so nearly everything needs a ride.
Oak Ridge Assisted Living of H offers assisted living and memory care in Hastings, MN, with 70 beds and studio or one bedroom units. A studio is one living space, while a one bedroom unit separates the sleeping area from the rest of the home. The layout gives residents a choice between a more compact space and a unit with clearer separation between sleeping and living areas.
Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community can support a resident whose needs grow over time.
Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver is traveling or recovering. Staff are available 24 hours a day, so someone is present around the clock. Medicaid is accepted as a payment option, allowing eligible residents to use that coverage toward care.
The community has a Walk Score of 56, described as somewhat walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain destinations independently. Oak Ridge Assisted Living of H also offers the Happenings at Oak Ridge program.
Orchard Hill Senior Living offers assisted living in New Ulm, MN, with 62 beds. Residents can receive help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while maintaining a private apartment. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs daily living support in a residential setting.
A Walk Score of 55 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select nearby destinations independently. Home-cooked meals are served in the dining room, where residents can choose the meal of the day or select from a menu. An activities director organizes musical performances, games, crafts, and community outings, with a handicapped accessible bus providing transportation for those outings.
Prairie Senior Cottages of Isanti delivers assisted living, memory care, and short-term respite stays in Isanti, Minnesota. Assisted living units assist with daily tasks like bathing and medication oversight, while memory care features a secured environment for residents living with dementia.
This 58-bed campus features cottage-style living, household activities, and dedicated long-term memory support. Financial resources include Veterans Resources and the Elderly Waiver Program. A 58 walk score rating allows residents to manage certain errands nearby without driving.
Interested families seeking memory care options or temporary respite arrangements can contact Prairie Senior Cottages of Isanti to review service details or plan a tour.
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials. Rank badges compare each community against other assisted living communities in the same state — never against a different care type.
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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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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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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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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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.
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.
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