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Avg Monthly Cost: $6,633The average monthly cost across facilities in Duluth, MN. 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: 28/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Duluth, MN. 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: 55The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Duluth, MN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
Overview of Scandia Senior Care of River Hill

Serving residents age 55 and up, Scandia Senior Care of River Hill offers assisted living and memory care in Duluth, Minnesota. It’s located at 126 98th Avenue West in the New Duluth neighborhood, in a rural area with scenic surroundings. About 6.35 miles away is the nearest hospital, Essentia Health St. Mary’s Hospital-Superior.

Most errands and activities in this car-dependent community require driving, not walking. This setting captivates occupants and families who like that lifestyle and value a more serene and rural surroundings over busy commercial areas. The home welcomes pets, so residents can keep their animal companions there. It has common areas where residents can spend time together, relax, and join activities. A secure environment bolsters occupants’ safety and repose. Scandia Senior Care of River Hill operates assisted living for those needing help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication management, and memory care for residents with cognitive conditions. Both services aim to balance assistance with resident independence and dignity.

For more details about particular amenities, daily programming, dining, staffing, room types, or financial options, contact the home directly or visit in person to see the space and throw questions relevant to your family. The setting charms residents and families who are comfortable with a car-dependent community lifestyle and value calmer and more rural surroundings over busy commercial areas.

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Overview of Primrose of Duluth

Nestled in Duluth, Minnesota, Primrose of Duluth is a distinguished assisted living community with memory care services. They understand that each resident is a unique individual with their own preferences, emotions, and social needs so their care plans are tailored to meet the specific requirements of each resident, ensuring personalized and comprehensive support.

For residents who need memory care, Primrose offers specially designed apartments that provide a spacious and beautiful living environment. With a warm home-like ambiance, these memory care apartments are thoughtfully crafted to enhance the person-centered care approach that Primrose is known for. By creating an atmosphere that promotes comfort and familiarity, residents can feel at ease and receive the highest quality of care in a setting that feels like home.

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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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  • 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.

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  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Duluth, MN

What is the average cost of assisted living in Duluth, MN?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Duluth, MN is approximately $3,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Duluth, MN?

Assisted living in Duluth, MN typically ranges from $3,200–$5,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Duluth, MN?

Assisted living facilities in Duluth, MN typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:15.

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.