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Emerald Crest of Shakopee operates a 43-bed specialized memory care community located at 1715 10th Avenue West in Shakopee, Minnesota. Situated in Scott County, roughly four miles from the city center, this Cassia-managed property consists of four small, interconnected residential houses designed specifically to provide a familiar, non-institutional setting for seniors navigating Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
The community utilizes a specialized cognitive care framework where licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants manage tailored daily routines, multi-stage dementia programming, and physical wellness tracking. Accommodations are structured around private suites that open into shared living, dining, and secure outdoor spaces.
The surrounding suburban neighborhood is entirely car-dependent, carrying a walkability score of 0 out of 100, meaning that all family visits, off-site medical appointments, and standard errands necessitate a vehicle. State licensing records confirm the facility’s active standing to deliver specialized assisted living services under Minnesota’s comprehensive memory care regulations.
Interested families exploring dedicated cognitive support options can contact the Shakopee administrative team to confirm current suite vacancies and coordinate a tour of the residential houses.
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.
Interim Healthcare Vent Care R is a memory care and nursing home community in Duluth, Minnesota, serving residents aged 55 and older. Located specifically on Venture Avenue in the Airpark neighborhood, the community is operated by Interim HealthCare, a healthcare staffing organization. It houses a pool of trained healthcare professionals to support residents with memory care and skilled nursing needs.
The surrounding area has a Walk Score of 16, so it’s car-dependent. Families will need a car for most errands, and nearby walkable options are limited. Families and visitors should drive to access the facility, nearby appointments, or services.
Interim Healthcare Vent Care R offers memory care services as a core part of its programming, making it an option for residents with memory-related conditions. Residents are supported by skilled professionals with experience in delivering memory care.
Current residents and those considering the community can contact the facility directly to inquire about pricing, specific amenities, room options, daily activities, dining services, and staffing levels.
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.












