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Our editorial team analyzed 348 memory care providers in MN using MN Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in MN
We analyzedThese are the providers in Minnesota our team has analyzed — not a count of every memory care provider in Minnesota. Home health and home care providers may be included if they specialize in memory care services.
Autumn Glen Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Coon Rapids, MN. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while the resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.
The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the same community. Care needs can change gradually. Having several options in one community may support continuity as those needs develop.
Milaca Elim Meadows Assisted L is a nursing home in Milaca, MN offering assisted living, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and taking medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while skilled nursing and nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.
Hospice care addresses end of life needs, palliative care focuses on comfort, and respite care provides a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. The community has 40 beds. Residents can have their hair cut on site at the beauty salon and barber shop, spend time outdoors on the patios and in the gardens, and take part in scheduled groups, classes, and events.
Skilled nursing short term rehab offers a temporary, recovery focused option, while skilled nursing long term care supports ongoing skilled nursing needs. A Walk Score of 62 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot, which may allow a resident who no longer drives to complete some nearby errands independently. The combination of multiple care levels may be a good fit for someone whose needs may grow over time.
Elmore Assisted Living provides assisted living and memory care in Elmore, MN. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication management. Memory care provides supervision for someone living with dementia who may be at risk of wandering.
Both care levels are available here. A resident whose needs grow over time may be able to remain in the community instead of moving elsewhere. The community has 72 beds. Residents may bring pets, and the outdoor courtyard has gardens and a designated pet area, giving them a place to spend time outside with their animals.
Tucked away in the peaceful neighborhood of Hennepin County, Eden Prairie, MN, Suite Living of Eden Prairie is a serene senior living community, offering assisted living, memory care, respite care, and hospice care. Residents are provided the comfort of knowing that help is available when they need it with 24-hour provision from a dedicated team. The community offers an array of floor plans designed to maximize residents’ independence, combined with supportive services, such as assistance with ADLs, medication management, hospice coordination and other specialized services.
Committed to offering a nourishing environment that helps each resident reach their highest level of physical, emotional and spiritual well-being, the community offers a wide array of care services. Residents dealing with Alzheimer’s or Dementia also thrive in environments where they feel safe and secure with a dedicated care team that offer personalized services in a warm and comfortable atmosphere.
Rochester West Health Services offers nursing home care, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Rochester, MN. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.
Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management for someone living with serious illness, and respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care types may suit a family seeking ongoing nursing support, a secured setting for someone with memory related needs, or short term care during a caregiver’s absence; a Walk Score of 31 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for those trips.
Talamore Woodbury offers assisted living, independent living and memory care. In assisted living, residents keep their own apartments while receiving help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication. Independent living combines private living with community services and does not include daily care.
Memory care provides a secured, supervised setting for someone living with dementia who may be at risk of wandering. With several care levels available, Talamore Woodbury may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time, allowing a move between care settings without leaving the community or starting over socially.
Birchview Gardens Assisted LIV in Hackensack, MN offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while independent living provides a private apartment with community services for residents who do not need daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels may allow a resident’s care to change over time without moving to another community.
The community has 41 beds, which may suit someone who prefers a smaller setting. Private apartments give each resident an individual living space, and the community opened in 2007. Residents have access to a Beauty/Barber Salon, an exercise room, a library, and a game room with a pool table, along with a great room and dining room with fireplaces. These spaces support grooming, exercise, reading, games, and shared activities.
A private walking track and outdoor patio provide designated places to spend time outside. Scheduled transportation can support shopping trips, so a resident does not have to arrange every ride independently. The area’s walk score is 43, making it a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride.
Medicaid and Medicare are accepted payment options, and the listed starting price is $1,192.00. Birchview Gardens Assisted LIV may be a good fit for a resident who wants a private apartment and may need a different level of support over time, including secured memory care. The community’s care and payment details should be matched to the resident’s needs and coverage.
Surrounded by lively local amenities in Shakopee, MN, Community Assisted Living. is a distinguished community that offers assisted living. With top-tier services around the clock, residents receive the utmost assistance for their daily living activities, like bathing and transferring. Alongside accessible and secure accommodations, housekeeping and maintenance are provided to ensure a maintenance-free living.
Residents can make new friends and gain meaningful experiences with a variety of recreational activities and light exercises. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Medication management and transportation services are also provided for convenience and safety. With compassionate support and state-of-the-art amenities, the community ensures residents have the finest retirement experience.
Providing plenty of opportunities for intergenerational interaction and meaningful connections, Saint Therese of Corcoran is a reliable senior living community in Hennepin County, Maple Grove, MN, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Settled into a walkable neighborhood surrounded by open spaces, bike paths, parks and countryside, the community fosters an active and vibrant lifestyle. The community takes on an individualized approach to care, providing residents with personalized care plans that are tailored to their unique needs.
At Saint Therese of Corcoran, residents maintain the independence they want with the level of daily support they need. In addition to personalized care, the community offers plenty of opportunities for social interaction, enjoyment and wellness through their wide array of engaging activities and amenities. Here, residents are free to take a class of their liking, swim in the indoor pool, shop at a farmer’s market, and work out in the fitness center. Whatever it is you want to do, Saint Therese of Corcoran is there to assist you in living the retirement lifestyle that you desire.
Enjoy your retirement life in peace and serenity at Truman Manor, a quiet and inviting senior living community set in Truman, Minnesota, offering assisted living services. The community features an array of 55+ apartments that give residents a snug and comfortable space for relaxing or spending time with friends and families. Here, residents receive compassionate support with their daily life routines, from grooming to medication management, and appointment setting for a comfortable living experience.
The community offers plenty of social activities to encourage interaction and the development of residents personal skills, elevating their sense of belonging within the community. Convenient services, such as laundry and housekeeping services are also offered to free residents from time-consuming and tiring chores. With delicious meals served three times a day, residents can say goodbye to cooking while ensuring they always have the energy to stay active throughout the day.
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.
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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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.
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Avg Walk Score:45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Minnesota. 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:85The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Minnesota. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
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.
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