Page 2 of Best Independent Living in North Dakota

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 36 independent living communities in ND using ND Dept. of Health & Human Services (NDHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in ND
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Avg Walk Score: 42/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in North Dakota. 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: 75The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in North Dakota. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around North Dakota

Info below is compiled from the ND Dept. of Health & Human Services (NDHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Edgewood Fargo
IL
ADC
AL
MC
Fargo (Points West)
70
Facility 70
ND AVG 75
Rank #24 / 53
Yes
40
Facility 40
ND AVG 42
Rank #38 / 78
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMitch Peters
Valley Senior Living on 42nd
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Grand Forks
196
Facility 196
ND AVG 75
Rank #1 / 53
No
16
Facility 16
ND AVG 42
Rank #67 / 78
Private Rooms-
Hay Creek Lodge Senior Living
IL
AL
RC
Bismarck
48
Facility 48
ND AVG 75
Rank #33 / 53
No
49
Facility 49
ND AVG 42
Rank #33 / 78
1 Bed / 2 BedTerri Baker
Edgewood Vista & Village in Bismarck
IL
AL
MC
Bismarck
85
Facility 85
ND AVG 75
Rank #19 / 53
No
6
Facility 6
ND AVG 42
Rank #74 / 78
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedTiffany Boehm
Elim Health Care Center
IL
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Fargo
88
Facility 88
ND AVG 75
Rank #18 / 53
Yes
52
Facility 52
ND AVG 42
Rank #30 / 78
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Valley Eldercare Center
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Grand Forks
-No
53
Facility 53
ND AVG 42
Rank #28 / 78
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
Hatton Prairie Village
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Hatton
17
Facility 17
ND AVG 75
Rank #51 / 53
No
27
Facility 27
ND AVG 42
Rank #51 / 78
Private RoomsCynthia Tredwell
Lakeview Landing, Inc.
IL
ADC
AL
MC
Mandan
30
Facility 30
ND AVG 75
Rank #49 / 53
Yes
17
Facility 17
ND AVG 42
Rank #65 / 78
StudioAmy Deacon
Eventide Jamestown Assisted Living
IL
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Ne Jamestown
43
Facility 43
ND AVG 75
Rank #39 / 53
No
63
Facility 63
ND AVG 42
Rank #18 / 78
-Jackson Johnsrud
Fargo Elim Care Center
IL
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Fargo
95
Facility 95
ND AVG 75
Rank #16 / 53
Yes
52
Facility 52
ND AVG 42
Rank #30 / 78
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every ND community we track that reports that metric, not just the 36 on this page.

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Overview of Edgewood Fargo

Edgewood Fargo is the ideal place for residents to experience an active lifestyle where seniors can fulfill independence and support, regardless of their housing options. Specializing in independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation, the continuing care community understands the importance of happiness and serenity, ensuring that each resident can receive only the best care. Edgewood Fargo is the home where seniors thrive and get back on their feet quickly and independently.

Edgewood Fargo’s services are multidisciplinary for both skilled nursing and rehabilitation– focusing on post-surgical care, on-site therapy (physical, occupational, speech), strength conditioning, and mobility improvement. There’s a massive value in independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home cost; they offer two basic fees: a refundable resident deposit and a monthly service package.

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Overview of Valley Senior Living on 42nd

Situated in Grand Forks, North Dakota, Valley Senior Living on 42nd is a retirement community that offers a perfect balance of independence and care. Ideal for couples, siblings, and friends, this community provides multiple services tailored to individual needs, allowing loved ones to stay close to each other while receiving personalized attention.

Discover the freedom of apartment living and the convenience of being near healthcare specialists at Valley Senior Living on 42nd. Immerse yourself in a friendly and social atmosphere, fostering new friendships and connections with neighbors. Embrace a vibrant retirement lifestyle in the heart of Grand Forks at Valley Senior Living on 42nd.

Contact Valley Senior Living on 42nd

Overview of Hay Creek Lodge Senior Living

Stay connected and make new friends at Hay Creek Lodge Senior Living, an inviting senior living community in Bismarck, ND, that offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Respite Care. Entertain families and friends in well-designed accommodations with up-to-date appliances and convenient access to mains services and amenities. The community has a team of dedicated personnel who work together to help residents maintain their independence.

Create new memories and experience new experiences with a diverse calendar of activities, events, and programs within the community. Their Aging Experience program helps families and the community’s care team in understanding the challenges of aging, so they can better support residents or their loved ones in their journey. Helping residents increase their self- confidence, build new skills, and help to improve ones you already have, the community offers an array of lifelong learning programs through guest speakers, fine arts programs, and educational series.

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Overview of Edgewood Vista & Village in Bismarck

Edgewood Vista & Village in Bismarck is a senior living community on Colorado Lane in the Burleigh County area of Bismarck, North Dakota, roughly three miles from the city center. It offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care under one roof, which gives families a single community that can adjust as a resident’s needs change over time. The community is operated by Edgewood Senior Living, and Tiffany Boehm is listed among its leadership in state records. Housing comes in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options across an 85-bed, three-story building.

What stands out here is the depth of on-site care. Therapy services, home health, and hospice are all delivered within the community through Edgewood’s own healthcare services division, so residents facing more advanced or end-of-life needs can often access that support without leaving. Transportation services handle the trips that do require going off-site, which matters in a location that scores just 6 out of 100 for walkability and is effectively car-dependent.

Beyond care, the building itself carries an unusually full set of shared spaces for a community of this size. Residents have access to an on-site coffee shop, a movie theater, a chapel, and a fitness center, giving day-to-day life a range of places to gather, stay active, and spend quiet time. That combination of amenities and a continuum of care in one place makes it a practical fit for someone who wants their living arrangement to hold steady even as their care requirements evolve.

Contact Edgewood Vista & Village in Bismarck

Overview of Elim Health Care Center

Fargo Elim Health Care Center,ffers a welcoming neighborhood for retirees, fostering a sense of rich amenities and genuine hospitality. This retirement community stands as a hub for a specialized rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility. It caters to a spectrum of needs, providing residents with a comprehensive range of choices. With a dedication to adaptability and quality, Fargo Elim boasts a state-of-the-art healthcare center designed to meet the evolving needs of residents. This forward-looking approach ensures it remains a high-quality option for generations to come. 

The community also considers transitions and changing needs, providing well-designed apartments with emergency call systems for added peace of mind. Practical features like scheduled transportation, sunrooms, lounges, a beauty salon, and a barbershop enhance the convenience and comfort of residents. Additionally, the center offers outdoor patios, gardens, and a vibrant array of activities, creating an engaging environment for seniors to enjoy.

Contact Elim Health Care Center

Overview of Valley Eldercare Center

Situated in Grand Forks, North Dakota, Valley Eldercare Center is a retirement community that offers a perfect balance of independence and care. Ideal for couples, siblings, and friends, this community provides multiple services tailored to individual needs, allowing loved ones to stay close to each other while receiving personalized attention.

Discover the freedom of apartment living and the convenience of being near healthcare specialists at Valley Senior Living on 42nd. Immerse yourself in a friendly and social atmosphere, fostering new friendships and connections with neighbors. Embrace a vibrant retirement lifestyle in the heart of Grand Forks at Valley Senior Living.

Contact Valley Eldercare Center

Overview of Hatton Prairie Village

Hatton Prairie Village is a community that promotes a youthful and energetic atmosphere. Offering independent living and assisted living, management prides itself on a team built with compassionate and caring staff that strives to provide the highest quality of care. For over 50 years of experience, expect that Hatton Prairie welcomes you in a vibrant yet elegant ambiance that is at par with their exceptional quality of care.

As a luxurious senior living community, its apartment features are well-thought of: from the floor plans to the finishing details, the residential apartments are kept well-maintained to make seniors feel comfortable. Other community features include housekeeping and laundry, well-lit spacious lounge areas, restaurant-style dining, and ADLs.

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Overview of Lakeview Landing

Amy Deacon is the listed contact for Lakeview Landing, Inc., a 30-bed assisted living and memory care community at 4401 21st St SE in Mandan, North Dakota’s 21st Street Southeast neighborhood. EWR Mandan Lakewood SH LLC operates the facility, which is a building with two stories, and studio housing as its available layout option.

Getting to the facility6 hand around the surrounding area to run errands without a car is tough here. The Walk Score sits at 17, car-dependent, so most errands mean driving.

Two things stand out about Lakeview Landing: first, it’s pet friendly, so a resident’s cat or dog doesn’t have to stay behind. Second, it offers both assisted living and memory care under one roof, which means a resident’s care level can shift without a move to a new building. Transportation services and fitness and recreation options round out daily life.

This is a small, modest community by the numbers; thirty beds, two floors, studio apartments, a pet-friendly policy, and basic transportation and recreation support. It reads less like a flagship community and more like a straightforward, no-frills option for families who want assisted living and memory care in the same Mandan building without a long list of extras.

Contact Lakeview Landing, Inc.

Overview of Eventide Jamestown Assisted Living

Eventide Jamestown Assisted Living is at 114 12th Avenue NE in Jamestown, North Dakota. Eventide Jamestown LLC operates it, and state licensing records classify it as an assisted living facility. Jackson Johnsrud is listed as the community contact.

What stands out first is the breadth of care under one address. Assisted living, independent living, memory care, hospice, and respite care all live here. For a family weighing where a parent might be in three years, not just next month, that breadth is the practical detail. Needs change and a move across town during a health decline is hard on everyone, and this setup can reduce the odds of one.

Two more services round things out: transitional care and skilled nursing. Transitional care fills the gap after a hospital discharge, when someone is not ready to go home but no longer needs a hospital bed. Skilled nursing on site means clinical care doesn’t automatically require a transfer.

Named programs run to Independent Living Apartments, Assisted Living Apartments, and Ethos Home Care and Hospice. Apartment-style units. Residents get their own space rather than a room on a ward.

The community holds 43 beds. That is a middle size, big enough to sustain group activities and shared spaces, small enough that staff learn names. Neither extreme.

The surrounding area scores 63 on Walk Score, rated moderately walkable, with some errands doable on foot and a mix of amenities close by. Practically speaking, a visiting daughter can park once and walk to a coffee shop. Jamestown is not a dense city, so a score in that range reflects a location with real proximity to daily needs.

The picture here is a community built around continuity of care, sized so that residents stay known to the people caring for them.

Contact Eventide Jamestown Assisted Living

Overview of Fargo Elim Care Center

Fargo Elim Care Center, situated in Fargo, North Dakota, offers a welcoming neighborhood for retirees, fostering a sense of rich amenities and genuine hospitality. This retirement community stands as a hub for various living options, encompassing independent senior living, assisted living places, and a skilled nursing facility. It caters to a spectrum of needs, providing residents with a comprehensive range of choices. With a dedication to adaptability and quality, Fargo Elim boasts a state-of-the-art healthcare center designed to meet the evolving needs of residents. This forward-looking approach ensures it remains a high-quality option for generations to come.

The community also considers transitions and changing needs, providing well-designed apartments with emergency call systems for added peace of mind. Practical features like scheduled transportation, sunrooms, lounges, a beauty salon, and a barbershop enhance the convenience and comfort of residents. Additionally, the center offers outdoor patios, gardens, and a vibrant array of activities, creating an engaging environment for seniors to enjoy. Nearby, residents have the added advantage of nursing homes, contributing to a well-rounded living experience.

Contact Fargo Elim Care Center

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

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
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Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in North Dakota

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 36 independent living communities in North Dakota. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in North Dakota?

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 North Dakota, 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 North Dakota?

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.