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Overview of Elk River Senior Living

Elk River Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Elk River, MN. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having these care levels in one community means a resident whose needs grow can remain there, rather than move elsewhere. Elk River Senior Living may be a good fit for someone who wants the option to move between care levels without leaving the community.

The community has 115 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. A studio gives one resident a single private space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet with them.

A Walk Score of 51 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby errands independently. Restaurant-style dining and a bistro provide places to eat on site, while the fitness center supports exercise and the hair salon provides hair services without leaving the community. The movie theater offers another on-site place to watch films.

Overview of The Pillars of Prospect Park

With easy access to the surrounding neighborhood, The Pillars of Prospect Park is a 283-bed mid-rise community on Malcolm Avenue in Minneapolis. It sits in a highly walkable area where most errands can be done on foot, plus it welcomes pets. The home then suits occupants wanting to maintain their outdoor routines and furry companions.

The community offers flexibility in housing through studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, which can fit different care needs and family support arrangements. Currently operating at 73 percent occupancy, the home has available space for new residents.

Minnesota Department of Health inspections have noted themes in medication management, care documentation, and resident assessment processes that potential residents and their families may want to understand in detail when evaluating the facility.

What will provide a full picture of daily operations and help families assess if this setting is a good match for their loved one is an on-site tour.

Willows Landing offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Monticello, MN. In assisted living, a resident keeps an apartment while receiving help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Respite care supports a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Multiple care levels are available on one campus. That may suit a resident whose needs could change over time without requiring a move to another community. The home has 125 beds, with studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments. A studio provides one private space, while a two-bedroom apartment can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet to live with them. Willows Landing has a Walk Score of 31 and is car-dependent, meaning most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips.

Overview of Harrison Bay Senior Living

Harrison Bay Senior Living in Mound, MN, offers a full continuum of senior care that includes independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care options. Independent living provides private housing with communal services, while assisted living supports residents with daily needs such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care features a secured layout with controlled entry points to protect residents prone to wandering.

Accommodating up to 85 residents, the facility features on-site amenities such as a bistro, pub, salon, fitness center, and movie theater, alongside pet-friendly accommodations. Dedicated rehabilitation services are available to support recovery, while short-term respite care provides temporary relief for primary caregivers.

Neighborhood travel relies primarily on personal vehicles or arranged rides, reflected by a car-dependent walk score of 45.

Individuals seeking long-term care options or respite stays can contact Harrison Bay Senior Living to request pricing details or schedule a campus tour.

Overview of The Waters of Oakdale

The Waters of Oakdale sits just a short walk from Oakdale’s city center in Washington County, Minnesota. It’s a 100‑bed community that brings together three levels of care under one roof: independent living, assisted living, and memory care, with a state dementia‑care designation from the Minnesota Department of Health. Apartments come in studio, one‑bedroom, and two‑bedroom layouts, each equipped with its own washer and dryer.

The starting rate is $3,250 per month, and current occupancy hovers around 51%, meaning roughly half the building is open; good news for families looking for immediate placement. The neighborhood earns a Walk Score of 59, so some errands are doable on foot, while others call for a quick drive.

Care here is comprehensive without feeling clinical. Nursing services and 24‑hour staffing are standard, and residents can schedule occupational or physical therapy right on site; no need to leave the building for rehab appointments. There’s also respite care for short‑term stays and organized transportation for community outings.

Shared spaces include a therapy gym, art studio, library, chapel, pub, café, garden patio, and a large activity room that keeps the atmosphere lively. Daily programs range from gardening and games to happy hour. Religious services are available, and pets are welcome. Meals are cooked from scratch each day by an on‑site chef and served in the community’s dining room on a set schedule; three sittings daily: breakfast, midday, and evening.

State inspections have focused mainly on medication management, fire safety, emergency preparedness, and staff qualifications, rather than direct care concerns.

At $3,250 per month, The Waters of Oakdale offers a strong mix of services for a state‑approved dementia‑care community: on‑site therapy, chef‑prepared meals, and in‑unit laundry, all within walking distance of Oakdale’s city center. For families weighing assisted‑living options in the eastern Twin Cities suburbs, it’s a well‑rounded choice that balances practicality with comfort.

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Starting Price $3,250/Month Pricing updated on March 13th, 2026

Overview of Jones-Harrison Senior Living

Jones-Harrison Senior Living offers assisted living, memory care, nursing care, and skilled nursing in Minneapolis, MN. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private living space; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision; nursing care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The community has 53 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. A studio is a single private space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The combination of care levels may suit a resident whose support needs increase over time.

Opened in 1888, Jones-Harrison Senior Living is in the Calhoun Isles neighborhood. A Walk Score of 56 is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still manage select errands independently.

The Transitional Care program and rehabilitation services support a temporary period of care and recovery, while respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Total nurse staffing is 5h 39m per resident/day, representing the daily nursing time allocated per resident. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay; Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means the resident or family pays directly.

Overview of Sunrise of Edina

Sunrise of Edina in Minneapolis, MN, has room for three kinds of care, memory care, assisted living, and hospice care. Assisted living keeps the living space private, with help arriving for bathing, dressing, and medication. Dementia-related wandering is met in memory care with supervision and a secure environment, and hospice care looks after residents as life draws to a close.

With all three here, a resident’s shifting needs can be met without a move. There are 99 beds across studios, suites, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms. The bigger layouts leave space for two people sharing. Pets may come along at move-in.

Very walkable at 89 on Walk Score, the neighborhood keeps most everyday errands within walking distance. That keeps a non-driver independent for everyday outings.

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Starting Price $3,000/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

Assured Care is a trusted community in Minneapolis, MN, that offers assisted living, 24-hour care, and customized care. Here, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities with a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock. As an HCBS (Home and Community Based Services) provider, the community accommodations older adults, individuals with disabilities, and chronic illness to ensure their comfort and safety.

Here, residents can make new friends and gain fun experiences through group exercises and engaging social events. Fresh and healthy home-cooked meals are also served, ensuring residents have a delightful dining experience that caters to their nutritional needs and preferences. Medication management, tube feeding, pain management, catheter care, and doctor-ordered nursing services are available for residents’ healthcare needs. The community’s supportive and inviting environment helps residents live beyond their potential in retirement.

Stoney River Ramsey offers assisted living and memory care in Ramsey, MN. In assisted living, residents can receive help with bathing, dressing, and medication while keeping 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 may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

The community has 80 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom layouts. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. Stoney River Ramsey may be a good fit for a family seeking both ongoing care and a short term option within the same community.

Residents can use a salon, restaurant style dining, enrichment programs and activities, and a movie theater. Transportation is available for rides outside the community. The area has a car dependent Walk Score of 38, so residents who no longer drive will need a car or a ride for most errands.

Fortunate Homes in Brooklyn Park, MN, keeps a short care list that includes assisted living and respite care. Assisted living here involves staff helping with dressing, bathing, and medication. Respite means a short stay, used when the family caregiver is away or recuperating.

With five beds, this home is quite small, allowing the staff to get to know each resident well. It’s suitable for someone who prefers to reside in an intimate place. Residents take casual walks, play games, and go out to movies and restaurants.