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Overview of Asian American Elderly Al

Located in the peaceful neighborhood of St. Paul, MN, Asian American Elderly Al is a blissful community that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ welfare, top-tier care tailored to their daily living activities is provided around the clock. Here, residents are assured of taking their medicines as prescribed with medication management.

Here, residents will not feel lonely with a jam-packed calendar of exciting events and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Accommodating special diets, delightful and well-balanced meals are served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services are also provided, so residents can travel without hasles. The community’s state-of-the-art amenities and top-notch services create the perfect setting for a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Emerald Crest of Shakopee

Emerald Crest of Shakopee operates a 43-bed specialized memory care community located at 1715 10th Avenue West in Shakopee, Minnesota. Situated in Scott County, roughly four miles from the city center, this Cassia-managed property consists of four small, interconnected residential houses designed specifically to provide a familiar, non-institutional setting for seniors navigating Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.

The community utilizes a specialized cognitive care framework where licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants manage tailored daily routines, multi-stage dementia programming, and physical wellness tracking. Accommodations are structured around private suites that open into shared living, dining, and secure outdoor spaces.

The surrounding suburban neighborhood is entirely car-dependent, carrying a walkability score of 0 out of 100, meaning that all family visits, off-site medical appointments, and standard errands necessitate a vehicle. State licensing records confirm the facility’s active standing to deliver specialized assisted living services under Minnesota’s comprehensive memory care regulations.

Interested families exploring dedicated cognitive support options can contact the Shakopee administrative team to confirm current suite vacancies and coordinate a tour of the residential houses.

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American Baptist Homes of the Midwest

14850 Scenic Heights Rd # 125, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Overview of American Baptist Homes of the Midwest

Based in the beautiful city of Eden Prairie, MN, American Baptist Homes of the Midwest is a trusted senior living community and home care provider, offering an array of senior living and health care options. This community satisfies their residents’ varying needs with their premiere independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehab, skilled nursing care and in-home care services. Serving seniors for over 93 years, American Baptist Homes of the Midwest boasts extensive experience and knowledge in providing compassionate and high-quality care services tailored to meet seniors’ unique needs.

The community makes sure its residents receive assistance with daily living activities and other specific services with the help of their caring, and attentive care team available to offer care and support any time of the day. American Baptist Homes of the Midwest aims to promote an active, engaging and independent lifestyle with their variety of wellness programs complemented with their state-of-the-art amenities. With its wide array of care services and life-enriching programs, residents are guaranteed to achieve their wellness goals and maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.

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Zachary Home Health Corp I

5636 Fremont Avenue North, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
Overview of Zachary Home Health Corp I

Zachary Home Health Corp I is a distinct community in Brooklyn Center, MN, that offers assisted living. With its commitment to improving residents’ well-being, top-notch assistance is provided for their daily living activities around the clock. Residents also enjoy a hassle-free living with housekeeping and laundry services.

For residents’ leisure and wellness, a variety of engaging activities and enriching programs are conducted. Catering to residents’ dietary preferences, delicious and well-balanced dining options are served for a satisfactory dining experience. Medication administration and incontinence management are also available for comfort and safety. The community is a good option for those seeking a worry-free retirement, accompanied by its dedicated services and cozy amenities.

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Overview of Welcome Hands

Located in the quiet setting of Cottage Grove, MN, Welcome Hands is a blissful community that offers assisted living. Residents can ease their worries with compassionate support for their daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry services are also available, ensuring residents experience a worry-free lifestyle.

Dedicated to residents’ enjoyment and wellness, fun activities and engaging programs, including social events and light exercises, are conducted. To meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences, delicious and healthy meals are served. Medication management is also provided for convenience. The community is a good option for those seeking a place spend their golden years, especially with its friendly setting and high-quality services.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    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.

  • Includes
  • 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.