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The Harbor at Peace Village is an 82-bed assisted living community located in Norwood Young America, Minnesota. Situated in Carver County, southwest of the Twin Cities metro area, this facility operates as part of an integrated senior living campus alongside The Villa, an independent living community, and The Haven, which specializes in memory care.
The multi-tiered structure allows residents to transition between independent lifestyles and higher levels of support without changing locations as their physical or cognitive needs evolve. The surrounding residential neighborhood is car-dependent, carrying a walkability score of 39 out of 100, which indicates that most routine local travel and family visits require a vehicle.
The facility holds state approval to deliver dedicated dementia care, providing secured on-site memory support to manage cognitive decline safely. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants manage the daily clinical operations, providing medication reminders, wellness monitoring, and hands-on assistance with personal care routines.
Prospective residents looking into regional care networks can contact the Norwood Young America administrative office to verify current apartment availability and baseline intake protocols.
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.
Minnesota Greenleaf is a senior living community in Thief River Falls, MN. It offers assisted living and memory care housing units designed to provide a caring environment for residents. The facility aims to allow residents to live as independently as possible while enjoying their lives to the fullest.
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. Rank badges compare each community against other memory care communities in the same state — never against a different care type.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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
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
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
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
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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 348 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.


















