Compare Memory Care around Minot (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facilities Division.
| The View on Elk Drive | MC ADC AL IL | Minot | 61
Facility
61
ND AVG
75
Rank
#27 / 53 | Yes |
18
Facility
18
ND AVG
42
Rank
#65 / 80 | Studio / 1 Bed | 12
Facility
12
ND AVG
28
Rank
#13 / 14 | A+ | Amanda Anfinson |
| Edgewood Minot Senior Living, LLC | MC ADC AL | Minot | 107
Facility
107
ND AVG
75
Rank
#12 / 53 | No |
26
Facility
26
ND AVG
42
Rank
#55 / 80 | - | - | - | Carma Mclaughlin |
| The View | MC AL IL | Minot | 61
Facility
61
ND AVG
75
Rank
#27 / 53 | No |
83
Facility
83
ND AVG
42
Rank
#5 / 80 | - | - | - | - |
The View on Elk Drive is an engaged and thriving community offering a comprehensive spectrum of senior living options in Minot, North Dakota. From senior independent living to specialized memory care services, The View stands as a beacon of comfort and care. With a commitment to adhering to assisted living guidelines, the community provides a safe haven where residents can enjoy life to the fullest while receiving the support they need.
The community also accommodates various diets, catering to individual needs. The commitment to inclusivity is evident in the presence of wheelchair accessible showers, ensuring that every resident can enjoy comfort without compromise. Beyond the practicalities, The View offers an enriching environment—complete with a future-forward fitness center, engaging recreational spaces like billiards lounges and game rooms, and creative outlets such as arts and crafts areas. As a community that embraces senior independent living, The View is dedicated to enhancing quality of life, embracing each resident’s journey with warmth and respect.
Providing nursing care in Minot, North Dakota, Edgewood Minot Senior Living is a 107-bed community operated by Edgewood Minot Senior Living LLC. Located on 16th Avenue Southeast, it serves older adults who require skilled nursing support.
The surrounding neighborhood has a walkability score of 26, meaning only a few nearby destinations can be reached on foot, while most errands and family visits require transportation.
Overview of The View
The View is a 61-bed assisted living facility at 2905 Elk Drive, Minot, Ward County, North Dakota, administered by Amanda Anfinson. Licensed as an Assisted Living Facility, the facility is independently owned and operated and offers independent living, assisted living, and enhanced assisted living services in a resort-style setting overlooking Minot. The facility provides one bedroom and two bedroom apartment options.
The View offers independent living for active, healthy seniors and assisted living for residents needing assistance with grooming, medication, bathing, or dressing. Enhanced Assisted Living Services provide additional care above normal assisted living levels. Amenities include state-of-the-art building security, world-class commons areas, complimentary laundry facilities, chapel, dining rooms, and activity programs including cards and bus trips for outings. Staff arranges activities, coordinates transportation, scheduling, cleaning, and assistance with errands. Starting pricing estimated at $4,750 per month for assisted living.
Inspection and regulatory history information is not displayed in available records. No federal penalties have been imposed in the past three years according to CMS records.
Trinity Health-Minot, a general medical and surgical facility offering cardiology, cancer surgery, trauma care, and other specialties, is located at One Burdick Expressway West, Minot, approximately 2 miles from The View.
The View is appropriate for active seniors seeking independent or assisted living in a resort-style environment with comprehensive amenities.
Ranking Methodology
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
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Minot, ND
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in North Dakota?
Assisted living in North Dakota 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 North Dakota Medicaid cover memory care?
North Dakota Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including North Dakota) 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 3 memory care communities in Minot, ND. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community in Minot, ND?
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 Minot, ND, 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 Minot, ND?
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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