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Overview of New Perspective Faribault

New Perspective Faribault offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Faribault, MN, with 65 beds. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision.

Having all three care levels in one community suits a resident whose needs may grow over time, since moving to another level does not require starting over at a different community. Studio and one-bedroom apartments are available. Studios offer a single private living space, while one-bedroom apartments provide a separate bedroom.

Respite care provides a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. On-site occupational and physical therapy allow residents to receive rehabilitation without arranging outside transportation, and transportation is available for community outings. Gardening, happy hour, and games offer scheduled ways to spend time, while a secured courtyard provides an outdoor area within the community; pets are allowed for residents who want to bring one. Medicare is accepted as a payment option, generally covering short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence. With a Walk Score of 39, the area is car-dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. Brianna LaZerte serves as the director.

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Overview of The Waters of Excelsior

The Waters of Excelsior offers assisted living and independent living in Excelsior, MN. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Both care levels are available here. The community may be a good fit for someone who wants independent living now and may later need help with daily tasks without leaving the community. It has 145 beds, giving the setting a larger community scale. A Walk Score of 64 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot and selected errands may be possible without a car for a resident who no longer drives. Pets are allowed, allowing a resident to live with a pet.

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Overview of Iris Park Commons

Iris Park Commons is located in a peaceful residential neighborhood that is also near to dining, shopping, and other amenities. Residents may find it convenient to acquire the resources they need and to stay connected to the larger community. Apartments for independent living, assisted living, and memory care are all available at Iris Park Commons.

The community provides a variety of programs and activities meant to encourage interaction among their residents, intellectual stimulation, and active living. Exercise classes, social gatherings, and learning opportunities are a few examples of these activities. Residents are able to select the amount of care that best meets their requirements and preferences. A variety of features and services are available in the community, including a fitness facility, restaurant-style dining, housekeeping and laundry services, as well as transportation.

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Overview of Friendship Village of Bloomington

Friendship Village of Bloomington offers nursing home, assisted living, continuing care retirement community, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Bloomington, Minnesota. The range of care is broad. Independent living provides a private residence with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care is secured and supervised, and nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Because the community offers several care levels, it may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without leaving the community. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. Short term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery stay.

Friendship Village of Bloomington has 85 beds and offers one bedroom and two bedroom housing options. A two bedroom residence may suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 27 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Rehabilitation services are available on site, so a resident can receive rehab without arranging transportation elsewhere. The community also has a pool for swimming or water based activity. Pets are allowed, and clubs and social groups give residents organized ways to take part in shared activities.

Starting Price $4,410/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Lexington Landing

Lexington Landing is an assisted living, independent living, and memory care community in St Paul, MN’s Highland Park neighborhood. Assisted living apartments are for residents who need help with daily tasks, while independent living apartments offer private living without daily care. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision. Having these care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The community has 64 beds and offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments. A two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The area has a Walk Score of 58, meaning it is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain errands independently. A salon and spa, artistic and creative space, rooftop patio, and rehabilitation services provide personal care services, creative activities, outdoor space, and therapy support within the community.

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Brookdale Winona

835 East Belleview Street, Winona, MN 55987
Overview of Brookdale Winona

Situated in the picturesque city of Winona, MN, Brookdale Winona offers a vibrant assisted living community designed for seniors seeking a fulfilling and carefree lifestyle. With a focus on personal freedom and well-being, Brookdale Winona provides various care services, ensuring residents receive the support they need while enjoying a dynamic social environment. Residents can choose from private apartments and engage in numerous social activities in cozy common areas. Assistance with daily tasks like dressing and medication management is available, ensuring comfort and peace of mind with a 24/7 on-site team ready to respond to emergencies.

Brookdale Winona emphasizes holistic wellness through a diverse range of activities tailored to residents’ interests. From fitness programs like B-Fit and Flex Your Brain classes to enjoyable social events like coffee hour and The Price Is Right viewings, every activity is designed to enhance both physical and mental well-being. The community’s commitment to fostering growth and engagement is reflected in its evidence-based programs, such as Resident Technology and My Life Story. Recognized by U.S. News and World Report as Best in Assisted Living, Brookdale Winona is dedicated to helping residents live their best lives.

Starting Price $5,770/Month Info Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

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Heritage of Edina

3434 Heritage Dr, Edina, MN 55435
Overview of Heritage of Edina

Heritage of Edina is a premier choice for senior living, assisted living, and memory care services in Edina, MN. A community that seamlessly blends elegance and historical significance of Edina’s rich culture, management ensures that residential living is elevated in a sophisticated and graceful way.  The home strives to balance professionalism and high-quality service with personalized care, leading to an enhanced and enriched lifestyle for its seniors.

Heritage of Edina residents can continue to live independently and purposefully while receiving full support. The retirement home boasts its professional care staff available 24/7 to offer support with daily recreational activities, medication management, and specialized care for individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia.

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Overview of Global Pointe Senior Living

Ideally located in Hennepin County, Golden Valley, MN, Global Pointe Senior Living is a leading senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Enjoy the comfort and privacy offered by thoughtfully designed apartments in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. An expert care team is available to provide excellent care, complemented with an emergency call system that provides access to the Global Pointe care team 24-hours a day.

Fostering connections, well-being, and fulfillment, the community offers a wide array of amenities, interesting programs, and activities. Residents are guaranteed to stay on top of their health and fitness with a fully-staffed, state-of-the-art wellness center. Enjoy chef-prepared meals made from fresh ingredients in the fine dining restaurant or at the cozy Café Bistro. Providing vibrant spaces, exceptional, round-the-clock care, and compassionate teams, Global Pointe Senior Living warrants a welcoming environment that allows residents to flourish and thrive.

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Overview of Amira Choice Champlin

Set in Anoka County, Champlin, MN, Amira Choice Champlin is an excellent senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Discover a warm and inviting living space with an array of thoughtfully designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with open design, and plenty of personal storage. Residents benefit from the compassionate care and support provided by a team of dedicated caregivers who help residents with activities like dressing, bathing and medication management.

In addition to comprehensive support and assistance, residents are also provided with plenty of opportunities to stay active, engaged, and entertained with a full calendar of activity programs. From social events, fitness classes, and scheduled group outings, to guest entertainment, and various clubs, there are plenty of interesting activities to choose from. The community serves up a delicious and varied menu of three chef-prepared meals daily, with extended hours to fit residents’ schedule. An array of spiritual programs are also provided to ensure residents’ overall needs, including the spiritual ones are met. Housekeeping, laundry, and personal maintenance are also handled to ensure residents have plenty of time to explore the finest things the community has to offer.

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Arbor Glen Senior Living

11020 39Th St N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042
Overview of Arbor Glen Senior Living

Experience warmth and a deep sense of community at Arbor Glen Senior Living, a blissful senior living community in Lake Elmo, MN, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents experience the peace of their own private space with a variety of floor plans to choose from, including a studio, one, and two bedroom apartments. A dedicated care team provides individualized care that helps residents greet the day with greater energy and gusto.

Committed to helping residents live a maintenance-free lifestyle, the community offers a variety of convenient services, such as housekeeping, laundry, transportation, and maintenance services. Meaningful programming featuring a vibrant calendar of activities, exercise classes, restaurant outings, and bible study, helps residents live an active and productive life. Residents delight in delicious meals that are made with freshest available ingredients, cooked to perfection, creating an enjoyable dining experience.

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Independent Living in Minnesota at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 46/ 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: 110The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Minnesota. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90