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| New Perspective Columbia Heights |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Columbia Heights |
85
Facility
85
MN AVG
75
Rank
#163 / 536
| Yes |
60
Facility
60
MN AVG
48
Rank
#173 / 633
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
18
Facility
18
MN AVG
—
Rank
#49 / 136
| 85.9% | A+ | 3 | 85% | 1 | 6 | 6.0 | |
| Sunrise of Roseville |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Roseville (Snelling Avenue North) |
91
Facility
91
MN AVG
75
Rank
#145 / 536
| Yes |
58
Facility
58
MN AVG
48
Rank
#191 / 633
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
-
Facility
-
MN AVG
—
| 68.1% | - | 2 | 87.2% | 1 | 13 | 13.0 | |
| Sunrise of Golden Valley |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. |
Golden Valley |
92
Facility
92
MN AVG
75
Rank
#143 / 536
| Yes |
21
Facility
21
MN AVG
48
Rank
#487 / 633
| Studio / 1 Bed |
-
Facility
-
MN AVG
—
| 54.3% | - | 2 | 85.3% | 1 | 18 | 18.0 | |
| Presbyterian Homes of Bloomington |
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Bloomington (West Bloomington) |
111
Facility
111
MN AVG
75
Rank
#101 / 536
| No |
37
Facility
37
MN AVG
48
Rank
#357 / 633
| 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
29
Facility
29
MN AVG
—
Rank
#20 / 136
| 81.1% | - | 3 | 87.1% | 4 | 21 | 5.3 | |
| Sunrise of Minnetonka |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Minnetonka |
74
Facility
74
MN AVG
75
Rank
#195 / 536
| Yes |
31
Facility
31
MN AVG
48
Rank
#404 / 633
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
-
Facility
-
MN AVG
—
| 50.0% | - | 3 | 88.4% | 1 | 16 | 16.0 | |
| Landmark of Fridley Senior Living |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Fridley |
75
Facility
75
MN AVG
75
Rank
#186 / 536
| No |
52
Facility
52
MN AVG
48
Rank
#238 / 633
| - |
-
Facility
-
MN AVG
—
| 96.0% | - | 1 | - | 1 | 4 | 4.0 | |
| Nine Mile Creek Senior Living |
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Bloomington (West Bloomington) |
107
Facility
107
MN AVG
75
Rank
#113 / 536
| No |
29
Facility
29
MN AVG
48
Rank
#423 / 633
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
16
Facility
16
MN AVG
—
Rank
#70 / 136
| 93.5% | A+ | 4 | 80.7% | 1 | 1 | 1.0 | |
| River Pointe of Moorhead |
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Moorhead |
80
Facility
80
MN AVG
75
Rank
#177 / 536
| No |
64
Facility
64
MN AVG
48
Rank
#142 / 633
| - |
-
Facility
-
MN AVG
—
| 97.5% | - | 4 | 82.4% | 1 | 11 | 11.0 | |
| Heritage of Edina |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Edina (Southdale) |
75
Facility
75
MN AVG
75
Rank
#186 / 536
| Yes |
41
Facility
41
MN AVG
48
Rank
#327 / 633
| Studio / 1 Bed |
-
Facility
-
MN AVG
—
| 100.0% | A+ | 3 | 62.5% | 1 | 8 | 8.0 | |
| Minnehaha Senior Living |
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Minneapolis (Standish) |
84
Facility
84
MN AVG
75
Rank
#169 / 536
| No |
73
Facility
73
MN AVG
48
Rank
#90 / 633
| - |
14
Facility
14
MN AVG
—
Rank
#79 / 136
| 94.0% | A+ | 1 | 61.7% | 1 | 3 | 3.0 | |
| Stoney River Ramsey |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Ramsey (Nowthen Boulevard Northwest) |
80
Facility
80
MN AVG
75
Rank
#177 / 536
| No |
38
Facility
38
MN AVG
48
Rank
#350 / 633
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
16
Facility
16
MN AVG
—
Rank
#70 / 136
| 93.8% | - | 3 | 72.7% | 1 | 21 | 21.0 | |
| The Waters on 50th |
LSL
Luxury Senior Living
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis) |
110
Facility
110
MN AVG
75
Rank
#103 / 536
| No |
89
Facility
89
MN AVG
48
Rank
#11 / 633
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
-
Facility
-
MN AVG
—
| 75.5% | - | 3 | 77.2% | 1 | 6 | 6.0 | |
| Arbor Glen Senior Living |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Lake Elmo |
94
Facility
94
MN AVG
75
Rank
#140 / 536
| Yes |
34
Facility
34
MN AVG
48
Rank
#376 / 633
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
-
Facility
-
MN AVG
—
| 89.4% | - | 3 | 91.1% | 1 | 7 | 7.0 | |
| Artis Senior Living of Woodbury |
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Woodbury (Afton Road) |
64
Facility
64
MN AVG
75
Rank
#222 / 536
| No |
49
Facility
49
MN AVG
48
Rank
#257 / 633
| Studio |
8
Facility
8
MN AVG
—
Rank
#103 / 136
| 76.6% | A+ | 4 | 87.2% | 1 | 13 | 13.0 | |
| Sunrise of Edina |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Minneapolis (Southwest) |
99
Facility
99
MN AVG
75
Rank
#131 / 536
| Yes |
89
Facility
89
MN AVG
48
Rank
#11 / 633
| Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
-
Facility
-
MN AVG
—
| 50.5% | A+ | 3 | 82.1% | 1 | 27 | 27.0 |
Settled in Ramsey County, St. Paul, MN, Willows of Ramsey Hill is a distinctive senior living community that offers specialized memory care. The community features a highly trained and experienced team who helps create an individualized care plan, customized to perfectly fit each resident’s lifestyle and needs. Residents dealing with memory care challenges are guaranteed to thrive within the community despite their afflictions with the support of a compassionate care team and 24-hour emergency call systems in each residence.
The community provides plenty of enriching opportunities through an array of health & wellness programs and a wide range of daily activities that help keep memory care residents engaged, active, and happy. Delicious and nutritious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners are prepared daily by a dedicated in-house chef and dining team that works hard to deliver an enjoyable dining experience to residents. The community also offers an array of complimentary amenities to support residents’ health and well-being.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Two-story
Fitness and Recreation
Welcoming seniors and guests with its bright and airy spaces, New Perspective Mankato in Dublin Road, Mankato, MN, is a trusted senior living community that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features pet-friendly and sophisticated layouts including one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences for seniors to enjoy a relaxing and safe retirement. With a kind and compassionate team delivering top-tier care and assistance, the community strives to meet seniors’ needs and aspirations.
Come with friends and enjoy engaging activities and fun learning programs to maintain a well-rounded lifestyle. The community is dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, serving them with delightful and healthy meals for dietary satisfaction. New Perspective Mankato is great for seniors to spend their golden years doing what they love with its incredible amenities and tranquil spaces.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 710-880 / 1065-1270 sq. ft
Transportation Services
Lyngblomsten at Lino Lakes is a 62+ retirement community in Lino Lakes, MN, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. With its resort-style setting, the community ensures older adults can live their later years comfortably. Residents also experience worry-free living, with 24-hour care, light housekeeping, and chef-prepared meals. To enrich residents’ living experiences, the community provides the best possible care for their ever-changing needs and preferences.
Games, fitness exercises, and social events provide residents with more opportunities to learn and have fun. Raised garden beds, a pool, and a spacious courtyard are among the top-notch amenities dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness. Nestled in the tree-lined neighborhood of Lino Lakes, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This retirement community is one of the best choices for senior living in Minnesota, especially with its comprehensive care options and a clean setting.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 440–560 / 440–940 / 720–1,465 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Fitness and Recreation
Residents enjoy an ultimately relaxing stay at Walker Methodist – Westwood Ridge, nestled in the serene neighborhood of West St. Paul, MN, where independent living, assisted living, and memory care come together in harmony. Here, seniors can select from a variety of accommodations, including cozy studios and spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments, all within a community known for its exceptional care services and consistently high ratings.
This community offers a fulfilling lifestyle, where comfort and convenience blend seamlessly with a wealth of amenities. The friendly, well-trained team ensures each resident enjoys a healthy, active life, with a vibrant schedule of social, educational, and entertaining activities. Here, seniors thrive in an enriching community that fosters connections and enhances quality of life. Choose Walker Methodist – Westwood Ridge for an active and rewarding lifestyle today.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Find the comfort and support you’ve been seeking at Brookdale Eagan, a senior living community in the quiet neighborhood of Eagan, MN, offering a person-centered and structured approach to memory care services. The community provides a safe and homelike environment, with professionals available 24/7 to respond to emergencies. Tailored care services are designed to meet each resident’s unique needs, and the Clare Bridge program supports memory care residents with different abilities through visual reminders, gentle cues, and comfortable spaces.
Residents at Brookdale Eagan can engage in familiar activities such as gardening, kitchen work, and other hobbies they have enjoyed throughout their lives. Assistance with daily tasks like cooking, cleaning, and maintenance is readily available, allowing residents to focus on socializing or relaxing in the cozy living room, gorgeous garden, or on-site salon. All suites are conveniently located on a single floor for easier mobility. A standout feature of Brookdale Eagan is the community Town Square, an indoor area that mimics the center of a small town with a lamp post, faux storefronts, and cobblestones. The community also offers walking paths, a greenhouse, and a lovely courtyard for residents to enjoy.
What does this home offer?
Room Sizes: 315 / 625 sq. ft
Housing Options: Suite
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Enjoy a supportive senior living experience at Brookdale Plymouth, an inviting senior living community located in Plymouth, Minnesota, offering specialized memory care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. The community ensures a secure and comfortable environment where residents can maintain their identity and sense of self. With a commitment to understanding the complexities of dementia, Brookdale Plymouth offers 24/7 support, ensuring residents receive exceptional care at all times.
Brookdale Plymouth’s approach is rooted in person-centered partnerships, fostering relationships based on trust, concern, and a sense of family. The community features amenities such as an emergency alert system, pet-friendly spaces, surface parking, a library, café/bistro, and coffee shop. Programs like Clare Bridge and Solace offer purposeful activities tailored to the needs of residents in different stages of dementia, ensuring compassionate and comprehensive care.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 315 / 484 sq. ft
Housing Options: Suite
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Snuggled in the scenic neighborhood of St. Cloud, MN, where views of abundant wildlife and surrounding greenery are available, The Sanctuary at St. Cloud is an outstanding senior living community offering liberating assisted living and compassionate memory care services. Here, residents can select from elegantly designed accommodations with several floor plans, including a studio and one bedroom. In terms of memory care, an innovative feature known as the Lucynt Interactive System is provided to those with memory loss to engage with their peers.
The community is committed to providing first-rate amenities and services, allowing residents to enjoy unique and delicious meals, a fitness center, and activity rooms. With the community being near parks, residents can explore the city and meet new companions. At The Sanctuary at St. Cloud, residents are assured of a wondrous living experience.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 365 - 639 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise Building
Fitness and Recreation
Three Meals Per Day
Transportation Services
Experience compassionate care and assistance with Ingleside, a respected senior living community in Fairmont, Minnesota, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Residents enjoy their privacy in their beautifully designed accommodations with laundry and housekeeping services for a maintenance-free living experience. The community provides residents with a wide array of services, including daily living assistance, medicine administration, and wellness checks to ensure they are always comfortable and in their best state.
In addition to personalized care services, residents here are offered a vibrant array of activities and events to keep them entertained, happy, and connected all year round. Residents are served with three delectable meals daily with snacks in between to keep them nourished and healthy. An array of amenities, such as an activities area, salon, and relaxing outdoor areas, are offered to make residents’ living experience more convenient and enjoyable.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Redefining senior living, Cardigan Ridge Senior Living in Ramsey County, Canada, MN offers an idyllic senior living community with an array of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents can choose their preferred accommodation among excellently designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with full kitchens, walk-in showers, WiFi access, and individual heating and A/C. The community maintains residents’ dignity, independence, and well-being by providing them with compassionate care and supportive services.
At Cardigan Ridge, there’s always something fun to do with an array of social and recreational events on-site and off-site–from live musical performances and holiday parties to fitness and educational programs. The community also provides restaurant-style dining featuring nutritious and delicious chef-prepared meals. With caring associates, an engaging community, and comprehensive services that fit residents’ unique lifestyles, Cardigan Ridge Senior Living guarantees a nurturing environment that preserves independence and encourages fulfilling living.
What does this home offer?
Room Sizes: 437 / 632-802 / 874-927 / 1002 sq. ft
Staff to Resident Ratio: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Farmstead Living is a locally-owned assisted living community in Moorhead, MN, that offers personal care, independent living, and memory care. With its clean and safe setting, the community ensures that older adults can find a home away from home. 24-hour care, weekly housekeeping, and three nutritious meals daily are among the excellent services provided to meet residents’ enrich residents’ living experiences. The community is also committed to improving residents’ quality of life, providing personalized care plans.
Bingo, light exercises, and social events ensure residents can freely interact with friends and have fun. Lively gathering areas and spacious outdoors provide residents with more opportunities for leisure. Surrounded by green spaces in the peaceful Moorhead neighborhood, the community guarantees a laid-back lifestyle. This assisted living community has exceptional standards of care, making it an ideal option for senior living in Minnesota.
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
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 11 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.





