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Overview of Diamond Willow Assisted Living

Diamond Willow Assisted Living provides assisted living and memory care in Detroit Lakes, MN. Assisted living supports residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while they maintain their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 30 beds. That places it in the smaller-community range, where staff and residents can get to know one another. Diamond Willow Assisted Living opened in 2004, and its Walk Score is 81, classified as very walkable, so most errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently.

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Overview of Golden Horizons
Golden Horizons is a senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, respite care, and hospice care. The facility focuses on providing a warm and welcoming environment where residents can enjoy an active lifestyle with personalized care. Their dedicated staff ensures that each resident receives the support they need to thrive.

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Overview of Northern Pines Assisted Living

Northern Pines Assisted Living is located in Pine City, MN. It offers compassionate assisted living services, including memory care, dining, health services, and engaging activities. The community is designed to provide a safe and supportive environment for residents.

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Overview of St Charles Retirement Cmty

St Charles Retirement Cmty offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in St. Charles, MN. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment; Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care types may suit a family seeking options that can address changing needs over time. With 42 beds, the community is smaller, giving staff and residents more opportunity to get to know each other. Restaurant-style dining features a diverse selection from a fresh, rotating daily menu, so residents have changing meal options in the dining room. A Walk Score of 66 means the area is somewhat walkable, allowing some errands to be done on foot and giving a resident who no longer drives the possibility of getting out independently.

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Overview of Sunrise Village of Milaca
Sunrise Village of Milaca is an assisted living community located in Milaca, Minnesota. It offers a warm, residential atmosphere where seniors receive individualized attention and care. The community focuses on preserving independence and dignity while providing a supportive environment for social and spiritual needs.

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Overview of Claddagh Senior Living

Claddagh Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care in Caledonia, MN. Assisted living supports residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while they continue living in their own apartment; Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The community has 45 beds and opened in 1996. A Walk Score of 58 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select nearby destinations independently. Offering both care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

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Overview of Boulder Ponds Senior Living

Boulder Ponds Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Lake Elmo, MN. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

All three care levels are on one campus. For a resident whose needs grow over time, moving to another level of care does not require leaving the community or starting over socially. The community has 115 beds, and Catie Hogan serves as director.

Residents can use the salon or spa for personal care services without leaving the community. Courtyard seating, outdoor patios, an outdoor fireplace, and walking paths offer places to sit or walk outdoors on the property. Religious services are available for residents who want that part of their routine.

A Walk Score of 31 / 100 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so a resident who no longer drives would need a car or a ride for most errands.

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Overview of Evergreen Place

Evergreen Place is a 52-bed supported residential care facility at 813 Beech Street in Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire. Licensed status Active, issued January 2025, expiring June 2026. Administered by Lavonne Colon. One year in operation. Walk Score 74/100, very walkable, 1 mile from city center, 1.25 miles from nearest hospital.

Staffing includes licensed nurses and CNAs. Respite care available. Dining is home-cooked. Services include housekeeping, laundry, utilities, transportation, medication management, and barber service.

The facility provides assistance with daily activities and basic memory care with certified medical director and licensed nurses on staff. Library and regular excursions offer social engagement.

The building dates to 1904 and operated historically as Masonic charitable housing. Current iteration serves seniors needing assisted living.

New Hampshire financial assistance options include Choices for Independence (Medicaid waiver), Old Age Assistance, Medicare Savings Program, Family Caregiver Program, Fuel Assistance, and VA Aid and Attendance benefits, each with income and asset limits.

Families should consider verifing clinical capabilities and staffing composition before enrollment, given basic memory care designation and small facility size.

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Shiloh Assisted Living

5384 Country Care Lane, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472
Overview of Shiloh Assisted Living

Shiloh Assisted Living offers assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in Pequot Lakes, MN. Assisted living includes personal care and help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a supervised setting for someone living with dementia. Hospice care focuses on comfort, and respite care offers a short-term stay when a usual caregiver needs time away.

Together, these options may suit a resident whose care needs or family support needs could change over time. The community has 70 beds, with studio and one-bedroom residences. A studio provides one private living space, while a one-bedroom layout separates the sleeping and living areas.

Physician-ordered specialized diets are available, and rehabilitation services support residents who need therapy as part of their care. Weekly religious services, with visits from multiple clergy, give residents access to worship on site, and the community also has a wellness program. With a Walk Score of 45, the area is car-dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. Lisa Blahosky-Olivarez serves as the director.

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Alnas Lodge LLC

2521 Edinbrook Terrace, North Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
Overview of Alnas Lodge

Create meaningful moments in your golden years at Alnas Lodge, a friendly haven in North Brooklyn Park, MN, that offers assisted living. Residents receive the highest quality of care for their daily living activities, like grooming and transferring, 24/7. Specially designed and secure accommodations are also available in a nurturing and stress-free setting to promote familiarity.

Recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted to improve residents’ living experiences and cognition. With thoughtfully planned meal options, residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation is also provided, so residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community is a good option for those seeking quality care in retirement, especially with its nurturing environment and state-of-the-art amenities.

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    Website
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    Stability
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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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  • 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
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  • 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.