Page 9 of Best Memory Care in Minnesota

Why trust this guide? 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
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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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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>
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>
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>
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Elderwood Of Hinckley
MC
AL
Hinckley
36
Facility 36
MN AVG 85
Rank #244 / 298
No
29
Facility 29
MN AVG 45
Rank #246 / 345
-
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 17
Rank #62 / 76
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MN AVG 78.6%
Rank #1 / 135
A+
73%
Facility 73%
MN AVG 80
Rank #85 / 107
1
18
Facility 18
MN AVG 10
Rank #108 / 126
18.0
Facility 18.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #115 / 126
New Perspective Mankato
MC
AL
IL
Mankato
140
Facility 140
MN AVG 85
Rank #38 / 298
Yes
57
Facility 57
MN AVG 45
Rank #121 / 345
-
19
Facility 19
MN AVG 17
Rank #17 / 76
-A+-1
12
Facility 12
MN AVG 10
Rank #82 / 126
12.0
Facility 12.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #92 / 126
River of Life Residential Living
MC
AL
HOS
NH
RESC
SNF
St Paul
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 85
Rank #288 / 298
No
27
Facility 27
MN AVG 45
Rank #250 / 345
Private / Shared Rooms
8
Facility 8
MN AVG 17
Rank #64 / 76
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
MN AVG 78.6%
Rank #70 / 135
A+-1
11
Facility 11
MN AVG 10
Rank #77 / 126
11.0
Facility 11.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #87 / 126
Edgemont Place
MC
RC
Blaine
66
Facility 66
MN AVG 85
Rank #177 / 298
Yes
49
Facility 49
MN AVG 45
Rank #157 / 345
-
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 17
Rank #60 / 76
47.0%
Facility 47.0%
MN AVG 78.6%
Rank #130 / 135
A+-1
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 10
Rank #66 / 126
10.0
Facility 10.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #76 / 126
Brookdale Eden Prairie
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Eden Prairie
52
Facility 52
MN AVG 85
Rank #205 / 298
Yes
42
Facility 42
MN AVG 45
Rank #187 / 345
Suite-
59.6%
Facility 59.6%
MN AVG 78.6%
Rank #117 / 135
-
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
MN AVG 80
Rank #73 / 107
1
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 10
Rank #66 / 126
10.0
Facility 10.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #76 / 126
Cascade Creek Memory Care
MC
Rochester (Fairway Ridge)
50
Facility 50
MN AVG 85
Rank #214 / 298
No
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 45
Rank #317 / 345
Private Suite-
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
MN AVG 78.6%
Rank #36 / 135
-
81.8%
Facility 81.8%
MN AVG 80
Rank #51 / 107
1
12
Facility 12
MN AVG 10
Rank #82 / 126
12.0
Facility 12.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #92 / 126
Open Arms Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Duluth (East Duluth)
30
Facility 30
MN AVG 85
Rank #261 / 298
No
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 45
Rank #328 / 345
Private Rooms-
76.7%
Facility 76.7%
MN AVG 78.6%
Rank #87 / 135
-
91%
Facility 91%
MN AVG 80
Rank #9 / 107
1
11
Facility 11
MN AVG 10
Rank #77 / 126
11.0
Facility 11.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #87 / 126
Kingsley Shores
MC
AL
IL
Lakeville
116
Facility 116
MN AVG 85
Rank #70 / 298
Yes
25
Facility 25
MN AVG 45
Rank #256 / 345
Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
13
Facility 13
MN AVG 17
Rank #47 / 76
79.3%
Facility 79.3%
MN AVG 78.6%
Rank #78 / 135
--1
16
Facility 16
MN AVG 10
Rank #102 / 126
16.0
Facility 16.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #110 / 126
Landmark of Fridley Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Fridley
75
Facility 75
MN AVG 85
Rank #156 / 298
No
52
Facility 52
MN AVG 45
Rank #144 / 345
--
96.0%
Facility 96.0%
MN AVG 78.6%
Rank #13 / 135
--1
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 10
Rank #18 / 126
4.0
Facility 4.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #24 / 126
The Pillars of Mankato
MC
AL
IL
Mankato
140
Facility 140
MN AVG 85
Rank #38 / 298
Yes
9
Facility 9
MN AVG 45
Rank #319 / 345
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84.4%
Facility 84.4%
MN AVG 80
Rank #37 / 107
1
3
Facility 3
MN AVG 10
Rank #10 / 126
3.0
Facility 3.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #14 / 126

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

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Overview of Elderwood of Hinckley

Elderwood of Hinckley offers assisted living and memory care in Hinckley, MN. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Offering both care levels may make Elderwood of Hinckley a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move to a different level of care without leaving the community. The community has 36 beds, placing it among smaller communities where staff and residents can get to know each other. Occupancy is 100%, meaning all 36 beds are filled and current availability may be limited.

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Overview of New Perspective Mankato

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.

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Overview of River of Life Residential Living

River of Life Residential Living is a compassionate community in Saint Paul, MN, that offers personal care, skilled nursing, and long-term stay. Committed to residents’ welfare, the community provides individualized care for their healthcare needs. The community also employs a faith-based approach to care, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Prioritizing residents’ holistic wellness, pastoral services, physical, and occupational therapy are provided. Hospice care is also available to ease residents’ pain and discomfort in their end-of-life journey. With Bluestone Physician Services, residents do not have to worry about their medical needs. Here, residents are guaranteed to have the finest retirement experience, accompanied by the community’s comprehensive services and nurturing environment.

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Overview of Edgemont Place

Edgemont Place provides memory care and respite care in Blaine, Minnesota. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision, while respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. It may suit someone living with dementia or a household that needs temporary support.

The community has 66 beds and opened in 2023. Ridgeline Management Company owns Edgemont Place. Personal grooming services and a salon allow residents to receive grooming on site. Therapeutic activities are designed for every ability level, so residents can take part in activities suited to their abilities, while a butterfly and hummingbird garden offers outdoor space to enjoy those features. Pets are allowed, meaning residents may keep a pet with them.

A Walk Score of 49 out of 100 places the area in a car-dependent setting. Most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of Brookdale Eden Prairie

Brookdale Eden Prairie is a continuing care retirement community in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Having several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may want to remain in the same community. Brookdale Eden Prairie has 52 beds, with housing available in suite layouts. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet with them.

Residents can use the fitness center and therapy room, visit the café or bistro, and make appointments at the beauty or barber shop. The courtyard and garden offer places to spend time outdoors. Transportation and outings provide ways to leave the community for planned activities. A Walk Score of 42 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of Cascade Creek Memory Care

A proud member of the Anthem senior living community, Cascade Creek Memory Care is one of the trusted homes in Rochester. The home is characterized by its unique personality and character, offering both private and companion suites to provide residents with the floor plan that suits them best. They have a passionate and enthusiastic staff dedicated to ensuring our residents are engaged and encouraged to participate in community life.

Cascade Creek’s services include 24-hour nursing care, stimulating activities, engaging social activities, and specialized memory care programs; amenities include walking trails, outdoor common areas, indoor lounge areas, an elegant dining room, and a recreational room available.

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Open Arms Senior Living

4414 Martin Rd, Duluth, MN 55803
Overview of Open Arms Senior Living

Open Arms Senior Living in Duluth, Minnesota, provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and having these care levels together may suit a resident whose needs grow over time.

The home has 30 beds, creating a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private rooms give residents their own sleeping spaces instead of shared rooms. Residents can use the on site salon and join wellness and exercise programs, with Jordann Balaich serving as director.

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Overview of Kingsley Shores

Kingsley Shores offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Lakeville, MN. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living supports private living without daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care types on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 116 beds, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom housing options. The layouts include choices for a single resident or a couple moving together, so partners can choose a home that fits their situation. Pets are allowed, letting a resident bring a pet when moving to Kingsley Shores.

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Overview of Landmark of Fridley Senior Living

Ideally situated in Ramsey County, Fridley, MN, Landmark of Fridley Senior Living is a dependable senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. A committed care team works hard to make sure residents here are met with compassionate care and assistance and enjoy a living experience that exceeds the highest expectations. Visiting physicians are available to allow residents to get the medical care they need from the comfort and security of their residences.

The community ensures residents enjoy a vibrant living experience by providing a wide spectrum of activities for residents to participate in. Residents also enjoy an array of health and wellness programs designed to nurture their holistic wellness. Chef-prepared meal programs, housekeeping, and laundry services are also available to ensure residents are free from the common hassles and stresses of living.

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Overview of The Pillars of Mankato

Nestled in the charming neighborhood of Mankato, MN, The Pillars of Mankato is a reliable senior living community purposely built to offer independent living, assisted living, memory care, and stay by the day options. The community provides residents with reliable care to depend on for their care and assistance needs, making sure they live comfortably and conveniently. Overlooking vast green spaces, the community offers residents a refreshing living environment with cozy and stunning accommodations designed to accommodate their unique needs.

Dedicated to helping residents live fulfilling retirement lives, the community offers a wide array of amenities, such as a rooftop patio, a library, and inviting community room for gatherings. Residents also enjoy various activities and wellness programs designed to enrich their overall living experience. Here, residents enjoy a blissful living experience surrounded by relaxing views and compassionate support.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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
02

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
03

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
04

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
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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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Memory Care in Minnesota at a glance

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.
National Average: 90
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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.