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| New Perspective Columbia Heights | MC AL IL | Columbia Heights | 85
Facility
85
MN AVG
61
Rank
#159 / 532 | Yes |
60
Facility
60
MN AVG
43
Rank
#173 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 |
85.9%
Facility
85.9%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#95 / 302 | A+ | 85%
Facility
85%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#50 / 149 | 1 | 6
Facility
6
MN AVG
10
Rank
#61 / 276 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#75 / 276 | ||
| Presbyterian Homes of Bloomington | MC NH AL IL | Bloomington (West Bloomington) | 111
Facility
111
MN AVG
61
Rank
#98 / 532 | No |
37
Facility
37
MN AVG
43
Rank
#357 / 632 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MN AVG
18
Rank
#20 / 137 |
81.1%
Facility
81.1%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#134 / 302 | - | 87.1%
Facility
87.1%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#41 / 149 | 4 | 21
Facility
21
MN AVG
10
Rank
#250 / 276 | 5.3
Facility
5.3
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#74 / 276 | ||
| Nine Mile Creek Senior Living | MC AL IL | Bloomington (West Bloomington) | 107
Facility
107
MN AVG
61
Rank
#109 / 532 | No |
29
Facility
29
MN AVG
43
Rank
#423 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 16
Facility
16
MN AVG
18
Rank
#71 / 137 |
93.5%
Facility
93.5%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#50 / 302 | A+ | 80.7%
Facility
80.7%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#76 / 149 | 1 | 1
Facility
1
MN AVG
10
Rank
#5 / 276 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#5 / 276 | ||
| Stoney River Ramsey | MC AL | Ramsey (Nowthen Boulevard Northwest) | 80
Facility
80
MN AVG
61
Rank
#175 / 532 | No |
38
Facility
38
MN AVG
43
Rank
#350 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 16
Facility
16
MN AVG
18
Rank
#71 / 137 |
93.8%
Facility
93.8%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#48 / 302 | - | 72.7%
Facility
72.7%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#118 / 149 | 1 | 21
Facility
21
MN AVG
10
Rank
#250 / 276 | 21.0
Facility
21.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#258 / 276 | ||
| Arbor Oaks Senior Living | MC AL HC IL | Andover | 78
Facility
78
MN AVG
61
Rank
#180 / 532 | No |
45
Facility
45
MN AVG
43
Rank
#295 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
MN AVG
18
Rank
#79 / 137 |
85.9%
Facility
85.9%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#95 / 302 | - | 78.5%
Facility
78.5%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#94 / 149 | 1 | 4
Facility
4
MN AVG
10
Rank
#27 / 276 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#36 / 276 | ||
| Artis Senior Living of Woodbury | MC | Woodbury (Afton Road) | 64
Facility
64
MN AVG
61
Rank
#219 / 532 | No |
49
Facility
49
MN AVG
43
Rank
#257 / 632 | Studio | 8
Facility
8
MN AVG
18
Rank
#105 / 137 |
76.6%
Facility
76.6%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#178 / 302 | A+ | 87.2%
Facility
87.2%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#38 / 149 | 1 | 13
Facility
13
MN AVG
10
Rank
#197 / 276 | 13.0
Facility
13.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#209 / 276 | ||
| New Perspective Highland Park | MC AL IL | St Paul (Highland Park) | 109
Facility
109
MN AVG
61
Rank
#107 / 532 | Yes |
68
Facility
68
MN AVG
43
Rank
#121 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 |
75.2%
Facility
75.2%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#182 / 302 | A+ | 83.5%
Facility
83.5%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#61 / 149 | 1 | 22
Facility
22
MN AVG
10
Rank
#253 / 276 | 22.0
Facility
22.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#260 / 276 | ||
| Wealshire of Bloomington | MC | Bloomington (East Bloomington) | 119
Facility
119
MN AVG
61
Rank
#78 / 532 | No |
21
Facility
21
MN AVG
43
Rank
#487 / 632 | Studio | 17
Facility
17
MN AVG
18
Rank
#68 / 137 |
84.9%
Facility
84.9%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#107 / 302 | - | - | 1 | 6
Facility
6
MN AVG
10
Rank
#61 / 276 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#75 / 276 | ||
| Abiitan Mill City | MC AL IL | Minneapolis (Central Minneapolis) | 110
Facility
110
MN AVG
61
Rank
#99 / 532 | No |
92
Facility
92
MN AVG
43
Rank
#6 / 632 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11
Facility
11
MN AVG
18
Rank
#90 / 137 |
89.1%
Facility
89.1%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#79 / 302 | - | 73.3%
Facility
73.3%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#115 / 149 | 1 | 8
Facility
8
MN AVG
10
Rank
#102 / 276 | 8.0
Facility
8.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#117 / 276 | ||
| New Perspective Faribault | MC AL IL | Faribault | 65
Facility
65
MN AVG
61
Rank
#216 / 532 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
MN AVG
43
Rank
#344 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 |
76.9%
Facility
76.9%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#175 / 302 | A+ | 89.1%
Facility
89.1%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#28 / 149 | 1 | 22
Facility
22
MN AVG
10
Rank
#253 / 276 | 22.0
Facility
22.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#260 / 276 | ||
| New Perspective Carlson Parkway | MC AL IL | Minnetonka | 115
Facility
115
MN AVG
61
Rank
#88 / 532 | Yes |
32
Facility
32
MN AVG
43
Rank
#395 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 |
88.7%
Facility
88.7%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#81 / 302 | A+ | 80.4%
Facility
80.4%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#78 / 149 | 1 | 5
Facility
5
MN AVG
10
Rank
#40 / 276 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#52 / 276 | ||
| Kingsley Shores | MC AL IL | Lakeville | 116
Facility
116
MN AVG
61
Rank
#84 / 532 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
MN AVG
43
Rank
#448 / 632 | Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed | 13
Facility
13
MN AVG
18
Rank
#81 / 137 |
79.3%
Facility
79.3%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#164 / 302 | - | - | 1 | 16
Facility
16
MN AVG
10
Rank
#220 / 276 | 16.0
Facility
16.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#230 / 276 | ||
| New Perspective Senior Living | Waconia | MC AL IL | Waconia | 120
Facility
120
MN AVG
61
Rank
#72 / 532 | Yes |
37
Facility
37
MN AVG
43
Rank
#357 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 | - | A+ | - | - | 76.9%
Facility
76.9%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#105 / 149 | - | - | - |
| New Perspective Prior Lake | MC AL IL | Prior Lake | 120
Facility
120
MN AVG
61
Rank
#72 / 532 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
MN AVG
43
Rank
#350 / 632 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 |
99.2%
Facility
99.2%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#33 / 302 | A+ | 84%
Facility
84%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#57 / 149 | 1 | 12
Facility
12
MN AVG
10
Rank
#179 / 276 | 12.0
Facility
12.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#191 / 276 | ||
| New Perspective Eagan | MC AL IL | Eagan | 145
Facility
145
MN AVG
61
Rank
#38 / 532 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
MN AVG
43
Rank
#132 / 632 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 |
50.3%
Facility
50.3%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#265 / 302 | A+ | 69.9%
Facility
69.9%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#127 / 149 | 1 | 3
Facility
3
MN AVG
10
Rank
#14 / 276 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#19 / 276 |
Nestled in LeRoy, Minnesota, Wildwood Grove is a senior living community offering assisted living and memory care apartments. Residents who need help with some daily activities but still desire independence will find a carefree home at Wildwood. Those in need of specialized memory care services are met with the compassion and devotion of the expert staff who are fully equipped to provide the support they deserve.
A warm and welcoming environment with person-centered care promotes resident well-being, while a variety of amenities help to make life easier and more enjoyable. Homemade meals, housekeeping services, transportation assistance, and social and recreational activities foster comfort and community among residents.
Burrowed in the picturesque town of Willmar, Minnesota, Brookdale Willmar offers a welcoming assisted living lifestyle for seniors seeking to redefine their independence. Nestled in a serene, secure setting, the community offers a carefree environment where residents can engage in their favorite activities, from leisurely walks to spirited card games, without the hassle of home maintenance, lawn care, or grocery shopping. The apartment-style community combines the comforts of home with the convenience of having everything taken care of, allowing residents to focus on enjoying life to the fullest.
Assisted living at Brookdale Willmar is designed to provide the perfect balance of support and independence for seniors. Residents receive personalized care tailored to their needs, whether it’s assistance with dressing, bathing, or daily tasks like housekeeping, laundry, and meals. With compassionate care available 24/7, residents and their families can have peace of mind knowing help is always at hand. The vibrant community features an exciting calendar of activities, restaurant-style dining, and excellent amenities, including an on-site beauty salon, piano, and beautiful courtyard gardens.
Explore a luxurious stay with Volante Senior Living of Hanover located in the peaceful neighborhood of Hanover, MN, offering assisted living and memory care services. Here, the studios are tranquil havens, offering spacious layouts that blend safety with the serene charm of The Bridges neighborhood. The community areas serve as the warm heart of the home, where residents cultivate deep and meaningful connections. In terms of memory care, its approach emphasizes innovative care, incorporating sensory-enhancing features to elevate dining experiences alongside a holistic program designed to support the nutritional well-being of its residents.
Dedicated to providing dignified living and competent care, residents can enjoy excellent amenities and services. These include housekeeping and laundry service, emergency support devices, group exercise classes, salon or barber ship, and more. Visit Volante of Hanover, where the serenity of a close-knit community and the tranquility of a peaceful neighborhood come together to offer an unparalleled senior living experience.
Focusing on memory care, New Perspective Mahtomedi is a one-of-a-kind senior living community set in the serene East Avenue, Mahtomedi, MN. Have the finest retirement within the cozy and spacious studios of New Perspective Mahtomedi. With a competent and highly qualified team delivering top-tier care and support around the clock, seniors thrive and keep their dignity.
Enjoy engaging activities and gain meaningful experiences through fun learning programs to maintain well-being. The community is committed to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, serving them with well-balanced meals that satisfy nutritional needs and tastes. New Perspective Mahtomedi is a haven for individuals with dementia to live their golden years without worries in its purposely built spaces and fabulous amenities.
Tucked away in beautiful Duluth, MN, Open Arms Senior Living is a trusted senior living community offering trusted assisted living and memory care services. Live in comfort and style with the beautifully designed and accommodating residences of Open Arms Senior Living. The community boasts a team of dedicated and well-trained professionals providing top-tier care and support for seniors to thrive and live their lives to the fullest.
With its commitment to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, the community carefully crafts care plans tailored to seniors’ special needs and aspirations. Meet people from diverse backgrounds and learn new things through enjoyable activities and engaging programs. There is always something to look forward to with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Open Arms Senior Living is a great place for seniors to enjoy their golden years wholly with its fabulous amenities and serene landscapes.
Diamond Willow has established itself as a premier provider of Assisted Living with Memory Care services in Minnesota since 2004. Their commitment to exceptional care is reflected in their small community setup, with each home accommodating only 8-16 residents. This approach allows for personalized and individualized care, ensuring that each resident receives the attention and support they need.
With an integrated team consisting of direct care staff, onsite leadership team, and site-based registered nurses, Diamond Willow delivers the highest standard of assisted living services. Their collaborative approach ensures that residents receive comprehensive care that addresses their unique needs. In addition to assisted living services, Diamond Willow offers coordination of services with hospice, home care, and various therapies including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. From weekly salon services to facilitating virtual visits, they strive to enhance the overall well-being and comfort of seniors. With a dedicated staff trained in memory care and personal care, they provide round-the-clock support and assistance to ensure the safety and happiness of their residents.
Auburn Homes and Services Waconia, situated in the beautiful town of Waconia, MN, is an esteemed senior living providing outstanding assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing care, and rehabilitation services. The community features an elegant and professional atmosphere, ensuring service is delivered well with compassion and integrity. Residents can choose from cozy studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom luxury, and private apartments, providing a perfect blend of privacy and community.
Here, residents are treated to delicious and nutritious meals while enjoying a wide array of activities and programs that invigorate the body, mind, and spirit. Live life to the fullest with its top-tier amenities and services, catering to unique individual needs, assisted by a dedicated team. Every moment is crafted to celebrate life and foster a vibrant and fulfilling experience for all.
Based in the beautiful city of Eden Prairie, MN, American Baptist Homes of the Midwest is a trusted senior living community and home care provider, offering an array of senior living and health care options. This community satisfies their residents’ varying needs with their premiere independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehab, skilled nursing care and in-home care services. Serving seniors for over 93 years, American Baptist Homes of the Midwest boasts extensive experience and knowledge in providing compassionate and high-quality care services tailored to meet seniors’ unique needs.
The community makes sure its residents receive assistance with daily living activities and other specific services with the help of their caring, and attentive care team available to offer care and support any time of the day. American Baptist Homes of the Midwest aims to promote an active, engaging and independent lifestyle with their variety of wellness programs complemented with their state-of-the-art amenities. With its wide array of care services and life-enriching programs, residents are guaranteed to achieve their wellness goals and maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.
Nestled atop a hill in the charming suburbs of Duluth, Minnesota, Edgewood Hermantown is a premier assisted living community that offers a convenient and vibrant lifestyle for area seniors. With its close proximity to local restaurants, shopping centers, and top-notch medical services, Edgewood Hermantown provides residents with easy access to everything they need. At Edgewood Hermantown, the beautiful campus is designed to cater to the varying needs of seniors throughout their aging journey.
For active and independent seniors, the Independent Living community offers a carefree and socially engaging lifestyle, allowing residents to enjoy their retirement years to the fullest. Edgewood Hermantown also offers Assisted Living and Memory Care services, ensuring that residents receive the personalized care they deserve. In addition to the range of care options, Edgewood Hermantown goes above and beyond by providing on-site Therapy Services, Home Health, and Hospice care through their dedicated healthcare services division, CaringEdge. This comprehensive continuum of care ensures that residents have access to the necessary support and services, all within the comforts of their community. With its picturesque location, array of care options, and commitment to exceptional care, Edgewood Hermantown is the ideal choice for seniors seeking a fulfilling and worry-free lifestyle.
Rakhma Joy Home cultivates the holistic needs of its residents in a home-like setting. The tight-knit home aims to change the meaning of recovery for seniors through the exceptional care delivered by their friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents. With an emphasis on assisted living care, the home creates a stimulating atmosphere supported by a team of patient and caring professionals.
Rakhma Joy has designed its services to help residents with day-to-day living. They offer 24-hour nursing supervision, transportation, housekeeping, medication management, and ADLs.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care 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 Memory Care in Minnesota
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 307 memory care communities in Minnesota. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community in Minnesota?
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 Minnesota, 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 Minnesota?
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.


















