Best Memory Care in Minneapolis, MN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 26 memory care communities in Minneapolis, 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: 66/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Minneapolis, 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: 134The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Minneapolis, 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Jones-Harrison Senior Living
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Minneapolis (Calhoun Isles)
53No 56 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed- 92.5% -
72.7%
Facility 72.7%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #118 / 149
1
9
Facility 9
MN AVG 10
Rank #123 / 274
9.0
Facility 9.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #137 / 274
Mount Olivet Careview Home
MC
AL
NH
RESC
SNF
Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis)
155No 76 -------10
20
Facility 20
MN AVG 10
Rank #242 / 274
2.0
Facility 2.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #14 / 274
Walker Methodist Walker Place
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis)
120Yes 74 1 Bed / 2 Bed20 96.7% A+
91.3%
Facility 91.3%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #14 / 149
1
9
Facility 9
MN AVG 10
Rank #123 / 274
9.0
Facility 9.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #137 / 274
Abiitan Mill City
MC
AL
IL
Minneapolis (Central Minneapolis)
110No 92 1 Bed / 2 Bed11 89.1% -
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #115 / 149
1
8
Facility 8
MN AVG 10
Rank #101 / 274
8.0
Facility 8.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #115 / 274
Catholic Eldercare
MC
ADC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Minneapolis
164No 82 -- 89.5% -------
Minnehaha Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Minneapolis (Standish)
84No 73 -15 94.0% -
61.7%
Facility 61.7%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #146 / 149
1
3
Facility 3
MN AVG 10
Rank #14 / 274
3.0
Facility 3.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #19 / 274
Benedictine Living Community-Minneapolis
MC
ADC
AL
HC
NH
RC
SNF
Minneapolis (Central Minneapolis)
90Yes 80 Private Room / Double Room- 94.8% -------
The Waters on 50th
MC
AL
IL
Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis)
110No 89 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed- 75.5% -
77.2%
Facility 77.2%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #103 / 149
1
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 10
Rank #60 / 274
6.0
Facility 6.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #72 / 274
Edgemont Place
MC
RC
Blaine
66Yes 49 -10 47.0% A+-1
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 10
Rank #140 / 274
10.0
Facility 10.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #152 / 274
The Pillars of Prospect Park
MC
AL
IL
RC
Minneapolis (Prospect Park)
283Yes 77 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed- 72.8% -
84.4%
Facility 84.4%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #53 / 149
1
16
Facility 16
MN AVG 10
Rank #218 / 274
16.0
Facility 16.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #228 / 274

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every MN community we track that reports that metric, not just the 26 analyzed for Minneapolis.

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Overview of Jones-Harrison Senior Living

Jones-Harrison Senior Living in Minneapolis, MN is a boutique-style senior living community, offering various senior lifestyle options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and transitional care. The community also provides other services, such as long-term care, rehabilitation therapies, transitional care, and 24-hour nursing care – all designed to help seniors with specific needs to live an elevated living experience. Serving generations of families for over 136 years, the community warrants excellence in delivering senior living experiences founded on years of experience and knowledge.

Residents here indulge in a relaxed lifestyle with all the comforts of home and the experiences they need to live a full, connected, and active life. A wide variety of dynamic and unique programs are available to enrich and nurture residents’ overall wellness, including physical, social, and emotional aspects. Here, residents’ individuality is considered in every aspect of their living experience, helping them live a lifestyle that’s tailored to their needs and preferences.

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Overview of Mount Olivet Careview Home

Established in 1958, Mount Olivet Careview Home is a nursing home in Minneapolis, Minnesota, offering nursing care, assisted living, and memory care. The community also offers residential care across two connected buildings. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, allowing more payment options for families navigating care costs. Along with a high occupancy of 97%, the community has an average stay of around 132 days.

An Adult Day Program, semi-independent living, long-term skilled nursing, short-term transitional care, memory care, and hospice care are also offered. This range of services provides convenient access to different levels of support as residents’ needs progress. Furthermore, the community provides access to Mount Olivet Day Services, on-site health services, a Family Hub, and caregiver support groups. Nutritious meals, housekeeping and laundry services, spiritual care, and recreational, social, and educational activities are also part of the community’s daily offerings.

Its surrounding neighborhood is highly walkable, with a Walk Score of 76, making it convenient for visiting family members seeking access to nearby services. This also allows residents to reach local amenities on foot.

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Overview of Walker Methodist Walker Place

Walker Methodist Place is a top-rated retirement community in Minneapolis, MN, that offers independent living, assisted living, and respite care. Featuring spacious and specially designed one- and two-bedroom apartments in a nurturing and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults can feel at home during their stay. Residents also have a maintenance-free living, with an on-site team available 24/7, light housekeeping, and restaurant-style dining. The community also strives to meet residents’ needs and preferences through personalized care plans.

Educational programs, creative activities, and light exercises allow residents to explore new hobbies and have fun. Beautiful garden areas, a wood shop, and a wellness center are just some of the amenities that residents can use for recreation and wellness. Set near Lake Harriet and Rose Gardens, and within walking distance of various parks and restaurants, the community guarantees convenient access to leisure and necessities. Recognized as one of the high-performing assisted living communities in Minnesota, Walker Methodist Place is undeniably a great choice for older adults looking to maintain their independence in retirement.

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Overview of Abiitan Mill City

Abiitan Mill City sits at 428 S 2nd St in downtown Minneapolis, a 110-bed community managed by Ecumen and owned by Erwan Moison. It’s been running for 11 years, and it doesn’t specialize in just one level of care. Independent living, assisted living, and memory care all exist under the same roof, though residents do need to be 55 or older to move in.

Location is genuinely a strength here. The Walk Score is 92, close to the top of the scale, so daily errands rarely require a car. Units run one and two bedrooms, from 694 up to 2,204 square feet, and right now 98 of the 110 beds are filled, putting occupancy at 89 percent.

Two named programs stand out for flexibility: Adult Day Services and Short-Term Transitional Care, alongside respite care and home care support. That combination matters for families who don’t need a permanent move right away but want a real option in place when circumstances shift.

On the regulatory side, inspections here have tended to center on fire-safety systems and medication management, the kind of operational areas state regulators routinely review at communities like this one.

Eleven years of operation, a highly walkable downtown location, and flexible short-term care options: what this shows is how Abiitan Mill City is a Minneapolis community built to handle a range of senior living needs, from an occasional day program to a full move-in, without requiring a family to start over somewhere new as those needs shift.

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Overview of Catholic Eldercare

For four decades, Catholic Eldercare has been a haven of tranquility for countless seniors seeking a safe and nurturing abode in Northeast Minneapolis. As a distinguished institution in the world of senior care, this establishment offers an array of comprehensive services, including assisted living, independent living, skilled nursing, memory care, transitional care, adult day services, and pastoral care. The home has been providing exceptional services to people of all faiths, fostering a vibrant community of residents who cherish the spiritual, social, and recreational programs and activities that are available to them. 
The care center provides a range of practical services to assist with everyday life, including housekeeping, shopping trips, outings, and laundry services, to name but a few. And with a comprehensive emergency call system and daily safety checks, family members can rest easy knowing their loved ones are in good hands. It also has state-of-the-art amenities, including physical, occupational, and speech therapies, daily music therapy sessions, and health monitoring and education to ensure that residents receive the best care possible. Aside from its robust medical and wellness offerings, Catholic Eldercare also caters to the creative and social needs of its residents through a variety of pursuits, including watercolor painting, poetry writing, and concerts.

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Overview of Minnehaha Senior Living

Minnehaha Senior Living, located in Minneapolis, MN, is a memory care community dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for residents living with memory challenges such as dementia. As a specialized memory care community, Minnehaha is committed to seamlessly balance quality care and comfort, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere that fosters a strong sense of belonging.
Minnehaha ensures that residents in memory care receive personalized attention and care. Beyond the specialized memory care features, the community provides general amenities such as social spaces, and gardens, enhancing the overall living experience. Essential services like housekeeping, transportation, and scheduled activities contribute to a worry-free, and engaging environment, enabling residents to build an active social life and cherish meaningful moments within a supportive senior living community.

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Overview of Benedictine Living Community-Minneapolis

Benedictine Living Community-Minneapolis is a skilled nursing home in Minneapolis, right on 618 E 17th St in the Central neighborhood. It offers both assisted living and skilled nursing care, and the building has 90 beds total, split between private rooms and rooms shared by two people. Getting around without a car is easy here too. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 80, which means most places you’d need are just a short walk away.

Staff handle wound care, tube feeding, and help with breathing problems, and there’s a special unit just for residents who need a ventilator or a tracheostomy. Hospice and comfort care are offered too, for residents nearing the end of life, and people recovering from surgery or a hospital stay can get short-term rehab here as well.

Registered nurses spend 2 hours and 27 minutes with each resident every day, and licensed practical nurses add another 28 minutes on top of that. Nurse aides pitch in for 2 hours and 9 minutes more. Add it all up, and residents get 3 hours and 38 minutes of nursing care each day.

When it comes to paying for care, families have options; Benedictine Living Community-Minneapolis takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Looking at everything together, the special medical units, the hands-on services, and the strong staffing numbers, this is a place built for residents who need serious, ongoing medical care, not just help with everyday tasks.

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Overview of The Waters on 50th

The Waters on 50th occupies 3500 W 50th St in Southwest Minneapolis, a 110-bed community that covers real ground on the care spectrum: independent living, assisted living, and memory care, with actual licensing approval for dementia care rather than just a general assisted living designation. The mid-rise building holds studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, running 451 up to 1,348 square feet.

Location works heavily in this community’s favor. The Walk Score is 89, close to the top of the scale, and occupancy currently sits at 76 percent. Abbott Northwestern’s Joint Replacement Center is just 4.12 miles out, close enough that specialized medical care isn’t a logistical headache.

The amenity list reads more like a hospitality property than a typical care facility: a full-service restaurant with seasonal menus, a dedicated concierge, a wellness center, spa and salon services. Underneath that layer, though, the actual care infrastructure is solid: therapy and rehabilitation, enhanced care, transportation, and recreational and educational programming round out daily life.

On the regulatory side, inspections here have tended to focus on medication management and dietary and food service, the kind of operational areas state regulators commonly review at communities offering memory care.

The Waters on 50th is a Minneapolis community built to combine genuine dementia-care licensing with a hospitality-driven daily experience, in a location where getting around rarely requires a car.

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Overview of Edgemont Place

Residing in the quiet Ulysses Lane Northeast, Blane, MN, Edgemont Place is an astounding senior living community that offers memory care and respite care. Featuring a snug and sophisticated private and companion suite, seniors optimize comfort and safety. Let go of your worries and gain meaningful experiences with top-tier care and support from a competent and highly qualified team.

The community utilizes a holistic and innovative approach to meet seniors’ special needs and interests. With engaging activities and exciting programs, residents discover new hobbies and rekindle passions for enjoyment and wellness. Catering to dietary needs and preferences, the community serves healthy and tasty meals for the finest dining experience. Edgemont Place is ideal for seniors seeking to live an active retirement while keeping their dignity with its incredible amenities and welcoming community.

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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.

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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 Minneapolis, MN

What is the average cost of memory care in Minneapolis, MN?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Minneapolis, MN is approximately $5,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Minneapolis, MN?

Memory care in Minneapolis, MN typically ranges from $4,500–$7,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Minneapolis, MN?

Memory care communities in Minneapolis, MN typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

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 26 memory care communities in Minneapolis, MN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.