Browse communities by city and county.
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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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>
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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>
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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>
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| The Estates at Excelsior | MC AL HOS NH RC SNF | Excelsior | 45
Facility
45
MN AVG
85
Rank
#220 / 298 | No |
40
Facility
40
MN AVG
45
Rank
#196 / 345 | - |
63.3%
Facility
63.3%
MN AVG
78.6%
Rank
#113 / 135 | - | - | - | - |
| Regent At Burnsville | MC AL IL NH SNF | Burnsville | 170
Facility
170
MN AVG
85
Rank
#15 / 298 | No |
27
Facility
27
MN AVG
45
Rank
#250 / 345 | - | - | A+ | - | - | - |
| Eventide The Linden | MC AL HOS IL NH RC SNF | South Moorhead | 220
Facility
220
MN AVG
85
Rank
#6 / 298 | No |
88
Facility
88
MN AVG
45
Rank
#7 / 345 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| BeeHive Homes Assisted Living | MC AL | Duluth (Duluth Heights) | 41
Facility
41
MN AVG
85
Rank
#230 / 298 | No |
8
Facility
8
MN AVG
45
Rank
#324 / 345 | - | - | A+ | - | - | 74%
Facility
74%
MN AVG
80
Rank
#82 / 107 |
| Northwoods Memory Care Suites | MC AL | Blaine | 26
Facility
26
MN AVG
85
Rank
#272 / 298 | No |
39
Facility
39
MN AVG
45
Rank
#201 / 345 | - | - | - | - | ||
| Touching Hearts at Home – Minnesota | MC HC | Minneapolis | - | No |
20
Facility
20
MN AVG
45
Rank
#276 / 345 | 19
Facility
19
MN AVG
17
Rank
#17 / 76 | - | A+ | - | - | - |
| Farmstead Living in Moorhead | MC AL | Moorhead | 137
Facility
137
MN AVG
85
Rank
#47 / 298 | No |
9
Facility
9
MN AVG
45
Rank
#319 / 345 | - | - | - | - | - | 68.3%
Facility
68.3%
MN AVG
80
Rank
#96 / 107 |
| Havenwood Of Burnsville | MC AL IL | Burnsville | 160
Facility
160
MN AVG
85
Rank
#26 / 298 | No |
27
Facility
27
MN AVG
45
Rank
#250 / 345 | - | - | A+ | - | - | - |
| Sugar Loaf Senior Living | MC AL HOS NH | Winona | 92
Facility
92
MN AVG
85
Rank
#119 / 298 | No |
51
Facility
51
MN AVG
45
Rank
#149 / 345 | 13
Facility
13
MN AVG
17
Rank
#47 / 76 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Rise Up Home Care LLC | MC HC HOS | Brooklyn Center | 5
Facility
5
MN AVG
85
Rank
#288 / 298 | No |
42
Facility
42
MN AVG
45
Rank
#187 / 345 | - |
80.0%
Facility
80.0%
MN AVG
78.6%
Rank
#70 / 135 | - | - |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other MN memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 348 on this page. See how we rank facilities
BeeHive Homes Assisted Living and Memory Care is a trusted helping hand in Grand Junction, Colorado. Its unique residential homes exude a positive vibe, carefully designed to provide unparalleled comfort for seniors in the area. It provides a nurturing environment where assisted living, memory care, and respite care seamlessly blend to create a haven of support and compassion.
The home’s private rooms are thoughtfully designed to ensure both independence and privacy, allowing residents to enjoy their personal space to the fullest. Beyond the physical space, the community is defined by the warmth of its staff. The staff’s expertise and dedication bring peace of mind to their residents and their families. Impeccable housekeeping and laundry services, coupled with amenities like public Wi-Fi and a secure outdoor courtyard, enrich the living experience in their smoke-free environment. At Beehive Homes, they understand the importance of holistic well-being, and their facilities reflect this commitment. Plus, they offer convenient on-site options, including a hair and nail salon, ensuring that residents have access to all the comforts of home.
Located in Blaine, Minnesota, Northwoods Memory Care Suites is a compassionate, family-owned, and operated memory care community. The dedicated staff at Northwoods extends beyond traditional caregiving, becoming an integral part of residents’ families, engaging in activities that foster meaningful connections and moments of joy. The community’s commitment to residents’ well-being is reflected in the freshly prepared, delicious meals tailored to individual tastes and dietary needs crafted by an in-house chef.
At Northwoods Memory Care Suites, the emphasis is on enhancing residents’ lives through personalized care. The community offers five levels of care, carefully designed to meet the unique needs and preferences of individuals living with memory-related conditions. A thorough assessment of each resident guides the creation of a customized care plan that adapts as their needs evolve. With a registered nurse available 24/7 and a caring staff around the clock, Northwoods prioritizes residents’ well-being. The thoughtfully designed rooms mirror the comfort of cozy bedrooms in a loving home, promoting a sense of familiarity and ease. Amenities such as a relaxing salon, a sensory-rich memory walk, and private bathrooms contribute to a supportive environment that nurtures physical and emotional well-being. Northwoods Memory Care Suites strives to create a space where memory care residents thrive and truly feel at home.
Rise Up Home Care is a compassionate home care provider in Brooklyn Center, MN, that offers home health care. Dedicated to older adults’ welfare, top-tier care is provided for their unique needs whenever necessary. Medical social services are also provided for convenience.
Cheerful companions ensure older adults will not feel lonely by engaging in fun conversations and accompanying them on their errands. With therapy services, like physical, occupational, and speech therapy, residents are guaranteed to go back to their routines with ease. This home care provider strives to help older adults age in place without worries, delivering high-quality services in their place of residence.
The Estates at Excelsior is a nursing home in Excelsior, MN, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Promoting a nurturing and inviting environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for during their stay. Residents also receive high-quality services, including 24-hour care, housekeeping, laundry, and nutritious meals, ensuring a worry-free living. Focusing on residents’ holistic well-being, the community strives to provide the best possible care tailored to their unique needs and habits.
Arts and crafts, music therapy, and sensory activities are among the many activities that residents can participate in to make friends and create unforgettable memories. A beauty and barbershop and thoughtfully curated amenities are also available, so residents can rest comfortably. Situated near Highway 7 in the tree-lined neighborhood of Excelsior, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is one of the trusted choices for senior living in Minnesota, especially with its top-tier services.
Farmstead Living in Moorhead offers assisted living and memory care in Moorhead, MN. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides supervision in a setting intended for residents living with dementia. Having both care types in one community may suit a resident whose support needs grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.
The community has 137 beds. An on-site hair salon allows residents to receive salon services without arranging an outside trip, and planned social activities provide scheduled events to participate in. Farmstead Living in Moorhead is locally owned by Roger Erickson.
Based in Edina, MN, Touching Hearts at Home is a dedicated home care provider that offers memory care, personal care, companionship, and home monitoring. Those 18 above needing care to live comfortably can ease their worries with a compassionate and well-trained team that provides exceptional acceptance for their daily living activities 24/7. Light housekeeping and other chores are also taken care of, ensuring adults enjoy a hassle-free living.
With friendly companions, older adults will not feel lonely and are encouraged to interact with their surroundings. Delicious and healthy meals are also prepared to meet older adults’ dietary needs and preferences, ensuring a satisfactory dining experience. Transportation services are also provided for convenience and safety. This home care provider is a good option for those aiming to spend retirement in their place of residence.
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials. Rank badges compare each community against other memory care communities in the same state — never against a different care type.
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
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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.
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.
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.
This page features 348 memory care communities in Minnesota. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
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.
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.
