Best Memory Care in Hennepin County, MN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 20 memory care communities in Hennepin County, MN using MN Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in MN
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Avg Walk Score: 43/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Hennepin County, 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: 68The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Hennepin County, MN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the MN Dept. of Health, 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Minnesota interviews residents directly — covering food, activities, staff, privacy, and sense of choice — including those with memory loss. The facility's score is compared to similarly sized facilities statewide and converted to a 1–5 star rating. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
Minnesota surveys the primary family contact for each resident, asking about meals, staff responsiveness, safety, and likelihood to recommend. Scores are compared to peer facilities and converted to a 1–5 star rating. "–" = too few responses to score; "X" = facility refused to participate. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
The percentage of residents who reported satisfaction with food variety and mealtimes in Minnesota's statewide quality-of-life survey. Food tends to score lower than other domains statewide, so scores above 85% reflect strong performance relative to peers. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Glenn Minnetonka
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Minnetonka (Glen Lake)
178
Facility 178
MN AVG 61
Rank #15 / 529
No
49
Facility 49
MN AVG 45
Rank #259 / 614
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
97.8%
Facility 97.8%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #30 / 270
90.9%
Facility 90.9%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #19 / 149
1
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 10
Rank #39 / 274
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #49 / 274
Vernon Terrace of Edina
MC
AL
IL
Edina (Grandview)
170
Facility 170
MN AVG 61
Rank #18 / 529
Yes
70
Facility 70
MN AVG 45
Rank #112 / 614
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
87.6%
Facility 87.6%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #83 / 270
82.9%
Facility 82.9%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #62 / 149
1
2
Facility 2
MN AVG 10
Rank #10 / 274
2.0
Facility 2.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #14 / 274
Global Pointe Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Golden Valley
115
Facility 115
MN AVG 61
Rank #87 / 529
No
59
Facility 59
MN AVG 45
Rank #187 / 614
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
87.8%
Facility 87.8%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #82 / 270
72.3%
Facility 72.3%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #120 / 149
1
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 10
Rank #39 / 274
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #49 / 274
Legacy Care Home
MC
AL
RC
Minnetonka
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 61
Rank #389 / 529
No
20
Facility 20
MN AVG 45
Rank #498 / 614
Private Rooms-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #1 / 270
81.7%
Facility 81.7%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #71 / 149
1
2
Facility 2
MN AVG 10
Rank #10 / 274
2.0
Facility 2.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #14 / 274
Amira Choice Plymouth
MC
AL
IL
Plymouth
125
Facility 125
MN AVG 61
Rank #67 / 529
Yes
15
Facility 15
MN AVG 45
Rank #535 / 614
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #95 / 270
91.2%
Facility 91.2%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #16 / 149
1
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 10
Rank #140 / 274
10.0
Facility 10.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #152 / 274
Harrison Bay Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Mound
85
Facility 85
MN AVG 61
Rank #158 / 529
Yes
45
Facility 45
MN AVG 45
Rank #299 / 614
--
83.5%
Facility 83.5%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #103 / 270
86.9%
Facility 86.9%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #42 / 149
1
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 10
Rank #39 / 274
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #49 / 274
Family Tree Care Homes
MC
AL
RESC
New Brighton (North Innsbruck)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #397 / 529
No
53
Facility 53
MN AVG 45
Rank #235 / 614
1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
MN AVG 18
Rank #101 / 137
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #115 / 270
-1
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 10
Rank #39 / 274
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #49 / 274
Arbor Lane Memory Care
MC
Burnsville
50
Facility 50
MN AVG 61
Rank #257 / 529
No
33
Facility 33
MN AVG 45
Rank #392 / 614
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #115 / 270
81.8%
Facility 81.8%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #69 / 149
1
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 10
Rank #84 / 274
7.0
Facility 7.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #97 / 274
Havenwood of Maple Grove
MC
AL
IL
Maple Grove
185
Facility 185
MN AVG 61
Rank #13 / 529
No
18
Facility 18
MN AVG 45
Rank #516 / 614
--
76.8%
Facility 76.8%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #149 / 270
82.2%
Facility 82.2%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #67 / 149
1
11
Facility 11
MN AVG 10
Rank #159 / 274
11.0
Facility 11.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #171 / 274
Richfield Senior Suites LLC
MC
AL
S Richfield
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #397 / 529
No
40
Facility 40
MN AVG 45
Rank #341 / 614
-
30
Facility 30
MN AVG 18
Rank #18 / 137
40.0%
Facility 40.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #253 / 270
-1
15
Facility 15
MN AVG 10
Rank #213 / 274
15.0
Facility 15.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #224 / 274

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every MN community we track that reports that metric, not just the 20 analyzed for Hennepin County.

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Overview of The Glenn Minnetonka

Nestled in the beautiful community of Minnetonka, MN, The Glenn Minnetonka is a welcoming senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Spacious and well-appointed accommodations with several floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom are available for its residents. With a highly equipped and dedicated team, residents can receive personalized care plans catering to their primary needs most especially those with cognitive conditions.

With its top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy state-of-the-art dining, full kitchen, washer and dryer, heated garage parking, housekeeping and laundry services, and spiritual care. Explore its beautifully created common spaces and meet new companions along the way. At The Glenn Minnetonka, senior can enjoy a retirement worth satisfying and remembering.

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Overview of Vernon Terrace of Edina

Located in the welcoming community of Hennepin County, Edina, MN, Vernon Terrace of Edina is a distinctive senior living community, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents thrive in their beautiful accommodations, with a variety of pet-friendly one and two bedroom layouts available to help them find just the right fit for their needs. The community offers high-quality care services, enriching activities, personalized support, and a worry-free lifestyle, all while being conveniently near parks, the library, clinics, and shops.

Committed to providing a place to live well, the community goes above and beyond and provides more than just the basic needs of life. Here, residents also enjoy access to a range of amenities and participation in a wide array of interesting and stimulating activities. There’s a wellness center to make sure residents stay active and fit, a theater and a library for enjoyment, and cozy lounge and community rooms for socialization.

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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 Legacy Care Home

Legacy Care Home is a cozy and welcoming community in Minnetonka, MN, dedicated to offering residents compassionate assisted living services. They welcome residents in a small, intimate setting with the ideal caregiver-to-resident ratio for personalized care and focused supervision. Residents here are guaranteed to thrive with the support of extensive care services, including daily living assistance, personal care, medication management, and more.

To further improve residents’ comfort and convenience, the community also offers housekeeping, transportation, and laundry services for a carefree living experience. Meals are also prepared using fresh ingredients with accommodations for special diets. With its dedication to enriching every aspect of residents’ lives, the community also offers a wide array of engaging social and recreational activities for a fulfilling lifestyle.

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Overview of Amira Choice Plymouth

Situated in the heart of Plymouth, MN, the Amira Choice Plymouth is an award-winning senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents can choose from a wide array of accommodations including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom. Having a trained and dedicated team, residents can received round-the-clock personalized care and services.

With its above-and-beyond amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: dining room with chef-prepared meals and table-side service, housekeeping and laundry services, on-site salon and spa, fitness and wellness programs, community rooms for parties, and schedule transportation. Participate in a full packed calendar of social activities and life enrichment programs to boost engagement and growth. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with Amir Choice Plymouth.

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Overview of Harrison Bay Senior Living

Located in beautiful neighborhood of Mound, MN, the Harrison Bay Senior Living is an esteemed community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Well-appointed and cozy accommodations tailored to the levels of care are available for its residents. With a competent and empathetic team, residents can receive the highest quality of care and support that they need. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions are served with specialized care and support along with a thoughtfully designed compassionate community.

Experience its top-notch amenities and services including delectable and nutritious meals, housekeeping and laundry services, comprehensive health and wellness programs, social and recreational opportunities, and educational and spiritual opportunities. Meet new friends from different walks of life through the aforementioned. With Harrison Bay Senior Living, seniors are assured of an empowering retirement.

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Overview of Family Tree Care Homes

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.

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Overview of Arbor Lane Memory Care

Quietly nestled in a serene neighborhood in Burnsville, MN, Arbor Lane Memory Care offers residents a safe and peaceful place to receive compassionate memory care services. As an award-winning community, Arbor Lane Memory Care provides exceptional care and support that helps residents maintain a high quality of life and comfort. Through its state-of-the-art memory care program, the community strives to help residents facing the challenges of memory conditions live their lives fully while improving their overall well-being.

The community also offers an array of carefully curated activities that help residents connect with their passions and other residents while enriching their lives. Residents here are also served three delicious meals a day to ensure they are always full, energized, and properly nourished. At Arbor Lane Memory Care, they continuously make efforts to improve their services to help residents achieve an excellent quality of life.

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Havenwood of Maple Grove

18695 73Rd Ave N, Maple Grove, MN 55311
Overview of Havenwood of Maple Grove

Indulge in a low-stress and maintenance-free lifestyle at Havenwood of Maple Grove, a thriving senior living community in Hennepin County, Maple Grove, MN, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Spend your retirement days in beautifully designed and well-maintained accommodations while being supported by a dedicated team, available to provide round-the-clock assistance and supervision. Memory care residents are provided with personalized routines and activities that mirror their former lifestyles and interests through the Village Program.

At Havenwood of Maple Grove, residents are surrounded with plenty of opportunities for engagement and wellness, as well as a community of like-minded individuals who share the same enthusiasm for a vibrant living experience. There’s never a dull moment with their wide array of activities, including regular socials, live entertainment, lifelong learning, and fitness and wellness programs. The community handles maintenance, housekeeping and cooking, sor residents have more time to explore the convenient amenities that foster learning, staying fit, and spending more time with the people they love the most.

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Overview of Richfield Senior Suites

Live every moment of your best years with ease at Richfield Senior Suites, a distinct community in Richfield, MN, that offers assisted living. Residents here receive the utmost care for their daily living activities from a respectful and well-trained team available around the clock. A convenient lifestyle is also guaranteed, with the community helping with cleaning, laundry, and other chores.

To improve residents’ living experiences, a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and stimulating programs is conducted based on their interests and capabilities. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community’s dedicated services and top-notch amenities create the ideal setting for residents to thrive in retirement.

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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 Memory Care in Hennepin County, MN

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.

Does Minnesota Medicaid cover memory care?

Minnesota Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 20 memory care communities in Hennepin County, MN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Hennepin County, MN?

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 Hennepin County, MN, 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 memory care communities in Hennepin County, MN?

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.