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Best Assisted Living in Minnesota

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026
We analyzed 626 homes in Minnesota

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Minnesota Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Video Tour: Top-rated Assisted Living facilities in Minnesota.

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Compare Assisted Living around Minnesota The information below is reported by the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division.

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New Perspective Columbia Heights
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Columbia Heights (Columbia Heights)
85Yes 60 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed18 85.9% A+385%16
Sunrise of Roseville
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Roseville (Snelling Avenue North)
91Yes 58 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed- 68.1% -287.2%113
Sunrise of Golden Valley
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Golden Valley
92Yes 21 Studio / 1 Bed- 54.3% -285.3%118
The Waters of Highland Park
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

St Paul (Highland Park)
87No 73 -- 90.8% -386.4%110
Presbyterian Homes of Bloomington
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Bloomington (West Bloomington)
98No 37 1 Bed / 2 Bed29 81.1% -387.1%421
Sunrise of Minnetonka
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Minnetonka
74Yes 31 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed- 50.0% -388.4%116
Harrison Bay Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mound (Mound)
85No 45 -- 83.5% -386.9%15
Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Duluth (Duluth Heights)
90Yes 23 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed- 88.9% -578.4%112
Pelican Landing
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Detroit Lakes (Detroit Lakes)
91No 5 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed- 90.1% -486.4%14
Landmark of Fridley Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Fridley (Fridley)
75No 52 -- 96.0% -1-14
Nine Mile Creek Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Bloomington (West Bloomington)
107No 29 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed16 93.5% A+480.7%11
River Pointe of Moorhead
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Moorhead (Moorhead)
80No 64 -- 97.5% -482.4%111
Heritage of Edina
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Edina (Southdale)
75Yes 41 Studio / 1 Bed- 100.0% A+362.5%18
Minnehaha Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Minneapolis (Standish)
84No 73 -14 94.0% A+161.7%13
South Grove Lodge Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Austin
85No 8 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-----79.4%00
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Marvella

822 Woodlawn Avenue, St Paul, MN 55116
Marvella is a Presbyterian Homes & Services senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care apartments in St. Paul’s upscale Highland Bridge development. Residents enjoy a luxurious and active lifestyle with access to various amenities and activities. The community promotes healthy aging and social engagement.
Overview of Marvella
Marvella is a Presbyterian Homes & Services senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care apartments in St. Paul’s upscale Highland Bridge development. Residents enjoy a luxurious and active lifestyle with access to various amenities and activities. The community promotes healthy aging and social engagement.

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Cedars of Austin is a senior living community located in Austin, Minnesota. It offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services. The community is family-owned and has been serving seniors for over 40 years.
Overview of Cedars of Austin
Cedars of Austin is a senior living community located in Austin, Minnesota. It offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services. The community is family-owned and has been serving seniors for over 40 years.

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Roseville's Preserve is a senior living community located in Roseville, MN. It offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living, and Memory Care services. The community emphasizes personalized care and provides a variety of amenities and activities for residents.
Overview of Roseville’s Preserve
Roseville's Preserve is a senior living community located in Roseville, MN. It offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living, and Memory Care services. The community emphasizes personalized care and provides a variety of amenities and activities for residents.

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Ksms Our House LLC offers assisted care, memory care, and senior apartments in a beautiful community. It provides compassionate care and a supportive environment for residents. The facility focuses on enhancing the quality of life for seniors.
Overview of Ksms Our House LLC
Ksms Our House LLC offers assisted care, memory care, and senior apartments in a beautiful community. It provides compassionate care and a supportive environment for residents. The facility focuses on enhancing the quality of life for seniors.

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Elim Wellspring is a wellness-focused, amenity-rich senior living community located in Princeton, Minnesota. It offers a full range of living options and health care, including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, hospice care, and adult day services. The community has been serving the area since 1927, providing warmth and hospitality to its residents.
Overview of Elim Wellspring Assisted Livin
Elim Wellspring is a wellness-focused, amenity-rich senior living community located in Princeton, Minnesota. It offers a full range of living options and health care, including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, hospice care, and adult day services. The community has been serving the area since 1927, providing warmth and hospitality to its residents.

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Maplewood Manor is a unique senior living facility located in Elbow Lake, MN. It offers a range of services including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Transitional Care. The facility emphasizes community, connection, and compassion in its approach to senior care.
Overview of Maplewood Assisted Living
Maplewood Manor is a unique senior living facility located in Elbow Lake, MN. It offers a range of services including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Transitional Care. The facility emphasizes community, connection, and compassion in its approach to senior care.

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French Meadow Place is a senior living community located in Le Sueur, MN. It offers assisted living, memory care, respite, and hospice care services. The community is designed to provide a comfortable and nurturing environment for seniors.
Overview of French Meadow Place
French Meadow Place is a senior living community located in Le Sueur, MN. It offers assisted living, memory care, respite, and hospice care services. The community is designed to provide a comfortable and nurturing environment for seniors.

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Nouis Home Care is an assisted living facility located in Little Falls, Minnesota. It offers a variety of supported living options including assisted living, board and lodging, and independent living spaces. The facility provides a warm and caring environment for residents who need assistance with daily challenges.
Overview of Nouis Home Care Incorporated
Nouis Home Care is an assisted living facility located in Little Falls, Minnesota. It offers a variety of supported living options including assisted living, board and lodging, and independent living spaces. The facility provides a warm and caring environment for residents who need assistance with daily challenges.

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Lake Song Assisted Living is a senior living community located in Onamia, MN. It offers a range of services including assisted living, memory care, health and wellness programs, and social activities. The facility provides 24/7 professional care in a safe and supportive environment.
Overview of Lake Song Assisted Living
Lake Song Assisted Living is a senior living community located in Onamia, MN. It offers a range of services including assisted living, memory care, health and wellness programs, and social activities. The facility provides 24/7 professional care in a safe and supportive environment.

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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.
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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Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence. Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.

An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:

  • Photos, videos, and virtual tours (visual transparency)
  • Website quality and digital trust indicators
  • Occupancy levels and number of units (community scale & stability)

These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.

Balancing Additional Factors

The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including: walkability and local accessibility, estimated property value, and pricing information.

These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.

The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.