Compare Independent Living around Grand Forks (Metro Area)
| Touchmark on West Century | IL AL MC RC | Bismarck | 85
Facility
85
ND AVG
75
Rank
#19 / 53 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
ND AVG
42
Rank
#37 / 80 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | Destiny Sisk |
| Edgewood Grand Forks | IL NH ADC AL MC RC | Grand Forks | 122
Facility
122
ND AVG
75
Rank
#8 / 53 | No |
21
Facility
21
ND AVG
42
Rank
#60 / 80 | Studio / 1 Bed | Eric Hoffmann |
| Valley Eldercare Center | IL AL MC NH | Grand Forks | - | No |
53
Facility
53
ND AVG
42
Rank
#29 / 80 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | - |
| Valley Senior Living on 42nd | IL AL MC NH | Grand Forks | 196
Facility
196
ND AVG
75
Rank
#1 / 53 | No |
16
Facility
16
ND AVG
42
Rank
#68 / 80 | Private Rooms | - |
| Hatton Prairie Village | IL AL NH | Hatton | 17
Facility
17
ND AVG
75
Rank
#51 / 53 | No |
27
Facility
27
ND AVG
42
Rank
#52 / 80 | Private Rooms | Cynthia Tredwell |
| Edgewood Parkwood Place, LLC | IL ADC AL MC | Grand Forks | 165
Facility
165
ND AVG
75
Rank
#3 / 53 | No |
50
Facility
50
ND AVG
42
Rank
#33 / 80 | - | - |
| Maple View Memory Care in Grand Forks | IL ADC AL MC | Grand Forks | - | No |
30
Facility
30
ND AVG
42
Rank
#47 / 80 | Private Rooms | - |
| Thompson Manor Apartments | IL | Thompson | - | No |
23
Facility
23
ND AVG
42
Rank
#57 / 80 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | - |
| St. Anne‘s Guest Home | IL AL | Grand Forks | - | No |
54
Facility
54
ND AVG
42
Rank
#27 / 80 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | Gary Simeone |
| Valley Senior Living on Columbia & Corporate Office | IL AL MC NH | Grand Forks | - | No |
53
Facility
53
ND AVG
42
Rank
#29 / 80 | - | - |
| Heritage Pines Assisted Living | IL ADC AL RC | Grand Forks | - | No |
5
Facility
5
ND AVG
42
Rank
#78 / 80 | - | - |
Overview of Valley Senior Living on Columbia & Corporate Office
Located in North Dakota, Valley Senior Living on Columbia offers skilled nursing care with a focus on warmth and attentiveness. Embracing the Eden Alternative philosophy, the dedicated care partners engage residents in meaningful ways, promoting emotional, physical, and spiritual health.
Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with access to dynamic recreational and social calendars, serene flower gardens, and engaging intergenerational activities. Delight in on-site beauty salons, multiple religious services, and invigorating shopping trips. Discover compassionate care and a welcoming community at Valley Senior Living on Columbia.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
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.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Grand Forks, ND
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 11 independent living communities in Grand Forks, ND. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Grand Forks, ND?
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 Grand Forks, ND, 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 independent living communities in Grand Forks, ND?
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.
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