Page 7 of Best Senior Communities in Minnesota

Overview of Brookdale Faribault

Located in Faribault, Minnesota, Brookdale Faribault is a relaxing senior living community offering assisted living services in an environment that embraces the charm of small-town living. The community features spacious private apartments and inviting common areas designed for socializing and relaxation. Residents enjoy a calendar filled with engaging activities tailored to their interests, fostering a vibrant community spirit. Brookdale Faribault’s personalized care plans ensure that each individual receives the support they need while maintaining their independence and dignity.

With trained staff available around the clock, including assistance with daily tasks and medication management, residents and their families can have peace of mind knowing that compassionate care is always at hand. At Brookdale Faribault, they prioritize creating a supportive environment where residents can thrive. Whether it’s assistance with personal care or coordination with healthcare professionals, their dedicated team is committed to meeting the unique needs of each resident, fostering a fulfilling lifestyle where every day is enriching and enjoyable.

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Starting Price $3,885/Month Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

Peacefully nestled in a quiet neighborhood in New Brighton, MN, Family Tree Care Homes offers a relaxing setting for assisted living and memory care. They feature a team of excellent caregivers and RNs to support residents with their daily living activities, personal care, and medical needs. Residents here also enjoy having regular on-site visits from a physician, thanks to the community’s partnership with Bluestone Physicians Services. The community also offers unmatched staffing ratios to those living with the challenges of memory conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia.

Dedicated to giving residents a fun-filled and vibrant living environment, the community provides an array of enriching activities curated based on residents’ skills and interests. They also make sure their care team members undergo a thorough selection process, ensuring they share their values and possess the skills to provide excellent care services. Here, residents are encouraged to live the lifestyle they want away from stress and worries of daily living.

Mercy Caregivers of Minnesota provides home care in Spring Lake Park, MN. Its services are designed for people who want to remain independent at home while getting help with daily activities, household tasks, health-related needs, and mental health management.

The home has five beds, with all five currently occupied. Mercy Caregivers of Minnesota may be a good fit for someone who needs assistance at home with personal routines and household responsibilities.

Programs include Health-Related Assistance, Mental Health Management, ADL & IADL Assistance, Home Management, and Employment Exploration for Clients. Together, these offerings address health needs, activities of daily living, more complex household tasks, home upkeep, and work-related goals. The area has a Walk Score of 55 out of 100 and is described as somewhat walkable, so a resident who can go out independently may be able to complete some errands on foot.

Overview of Elk River Senior Living

Settled in the vibrant neighborhood of Elk River, MN, Elk River Senior Living welcomes residents to a beautiful community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care options tailored to meet each individual’s needs. This community features vibrant shops and restaurants nearby that combine convenience with tranquility. Each residence, available in various thoughtfully designed floor plans, includes features like in-unit kitchens and radiant heating, making it a comfortable home for years to come.

Residents can enjoy a wide range of amenities, such as a fitness center with regular exercise classes and a cozy bistro lounge. The dedicated team prioritizes residents’ well-being with enriching activities, live performances, and happy hours, creating a supportive, engaging environment. Elk River Senior Living is where residents find community, comfort, and a sense of belonging.

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 25m 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