Page 2 of Best Memory Care in St. Paul, MN

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 27 memory care providers in St Paul, 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Southview Acres
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
West St Paul
210
Facility 210
MN AVG 85
Rank #7 / 298
No
40
Facility 40
MN AVG 45
Rank #196 / 345
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82.5%
Facility 82.5%
MN AVG 78.6%
Rank #65 / 135
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Cerenity Humboldt
MC
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
St Paul (Concord-Robert)
115
Facility 115
MN AVG 85
Rank #74 / 298
Yes
73
Facility 73
MN AVG 45
Rank #50 / 345
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69.1%
Facility 69.1%
MN AVG 80
Rank #92 / 107
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Highland Chateau Health + Rehabilitation Clinic
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
St Paul (Highland Park)
64
Facility 64
MN AVG 85
Rank #182 / 298
No
59
Facility 59
MN AVG 45
Rank #108 / 345
-
36
Facility 36
MN AVG 17
Rank #5 / 76
84.4%
Facility 84.4%
MN AVG 78.6%
Rank #60 / 135
A+---16
99
Facility 99
MN AVG 10
Rank #126 / 126
6.2
Facility 6.2
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #59 / 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
Summit Hill Senior Living
MC
AL
St Paul
115
Facility 115
MN AVG 85
Rank #74 / 298
No
66
Facility 66
MN AVG 45
Rank #76 / 345
-
12
Facility 12
MN AVG 17
Rank #50 / 76
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68%
Facility 68%
MN AVG 80
Rank #98 / 107
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Dellwood Gardens
MC
AL
St. Paul (Dayton's Bluff)
90
Facility 90
MN AVG 85
Rank #123 / 298
No
57
Facility 57
MN AVG 45
Rank #121 / 345
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Jay and Rose Phillips Center for Memory Care
MC
AL
St Paul
-Yes
74
Facility 74
MN AVG 45
Rank #47 / 345
Private Rooms---------
Highland Gw LLC
MC
AL
HOS
St. Paul
36
Facility 36
MN AVG 85
Rank #244 / 298
No
36
Facility 36
MN AVG 45
Rank #216 / 345
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Leo and Doris Hodroff Pavilion for Memory Care
MC
St Paul
-No
73
Facility 73
MN AVG 45
Rank #50 / 345
Private Rooms---------
Sunlight Senior Living
MC
AL
St. Paul (South Como)
69
Facility 69
MN AVG 85
Rank #173 / 298
No
49
Facility 49
MN AVG 45
Rank #157 / 345
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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 27 analyzed for St Paul. See how we rank facilities

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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 Highland Chateau Health + Rehabilitation Clinic

Highland Chateau Health + Rehabilitation Clinic is a private 64-bed skilled nursing facility located in St Paul, MN. This premier community offers both short-term and long-term care. Additionally, each resident is provided private accommodation where they can relax and feel at home, without having to worry about housekeeping or laundry.

The staff at Highland Chateau provides each resident with 24/7 care, rehabilitation therapies, as well as meal provisions. A barber and beauty salon is also available on-site for beauty and grooming services. Furthermore, the residents are offered wound and pain management services, in case they need specialized care after a surgery or major operation.

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Overview of Summit Hill Senior Living

Feel right at home with Summit Hill Senior Living, an inviting senior living community in Saint Paul, MN, offering excellent assisted living and memory care services designed to fit residents’ lifestyle and ever-changing needs. Residents are empowered to enjoy a comfortable and engaging lifestyle with the support of a caring team committed to learning residents’ unique needs and delivering excellent care that respects and maintains their independence. With round the clock supervision and access to an array of services, including nursing care, daily living assistance, and other conveniences, residents are bound to enjoy a safe and comfortable environment.

A jam-packed calendar of activities, recreational and educational programs, live musical performances, and celebrations are provided to give residents the experiences they need to stay active and engaged. Delicious and nutritious breakfast, lunch and dinner are offered to give residents the nourishment and nutrition they need to stay on top of their health. Here, residents are liberated from the common hassles and stresses of daily living so they can freely enjoy all the good things in their retirement years.

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Overview of Southview Acres

Southview Acres, located in West St. Paul, MN is a 220-bed healthcare facility that offers transitional care services, long-term care, and memory care services. At Southview Acres, residents and patients are provided with personalized care programs in a comfortable and quiet environment. Their care program includes skilled nursing care, oversight, medication management, and wound and pain management if needed.

Additionally, the community offers therapy services and therapeutic programs designed to foster social, intellectual, spiritual, physical, creative, and musical interests. Meals are also provided to residents through family-style dining. The facility also offers social services, spiritual services, and end-of-life care.

Southview Acres is a VA-certified facility. 

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Overview of Cerenity Humboldt

Cerenity Humboldt offers nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in St Paul, MN. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care, while assisted living supports daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, hospice care supports end-of-life needs, and respite care provides a short-term stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 115 beds and is in the Concord-Robert neighborhood. A Walk Score of 73 places the area in the very walkable range, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops, services, or cafes independently. The range of care options may suit a resident whose needs change over time or a family seeking either ongoing care or a short-term respite stay.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 22 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay; Medicare can apply to covered skilled care, Medicaid may help eligible residents with long-term care costs, and private pay allows a family to pay directly. A doctor is on staff, and rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy as part of their care.

Cerenity Humboldt has a pool and a dining program that caters to diverse tastes and backgrounds. Pets are allowed, so residents may continue living with a pet. Life Enrichment, Spiritual Care, and transportation are among the named programs and services available through the community.

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Overview of Dellwood Gardens

Dellwood Gardens is an assisted living and memory care community in St. Paul, MN, located in the Dayton’s Bluff neighborhood. Assisted living offers help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks while a resident keeps a private apartment.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With both care levels in one community, Dellwood Gardens may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, allowing care to continue without moving elsewhere. The home has 90 beds, and a Walk Score of 57 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby errands independently.

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Overview of Sunlight Senior Living
Sunlight Senior Living is an assisted living facility located in St. Paul, MN. It enables residents to enjoy their independence while providing 24-hour medical assistance. The facility offers a range of services including memory care and respite care.

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Overview of Katy‘s Cottage Memory Care

Trying to provide the best possible care for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s is no simple task, nor is home care always the most ideal option. That’s why memory care centers like Katy’s Cottage in St. Paul, Minnesota, offer compassionate, expert services to those suffering from memory impairment conditions, ensuring that your near and dear are cared for in the most professional way. They understand that support must be given in a way that maintains the dignity and independence of residents, while enriching their experiences.

With improving quality of life their top priority, Katy’s Cottage provides a peaceful, comforting environment, and structured routines for peaceful days in this memory care location. On top of medical and daily living activities assistance, supervision during engaging tasks help stimulate the minds of residents while bolstering a sense of achievement.

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Overview of Gracewood Advanced Assisted Living & Memory Care – Highland

Create meaningful moments in retirement at Gracewood Advanced Assisted Living & Memory Care – Highland, a dedicated community in Saint Paul, MN, that offers assisted living and memory care. Here, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities and household tasks with top-notch support provided around the clock. Medication management is also available, ensuring residents take their medicine as prescribed.

Recreational activities and stimulating programs are conducted to enhance the cognition of those with memory loss and promote social engagement. Mealtimes also foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. With transportation services, residents can travel conveniently. The community is great for those looking to spend their golden years without worries, especially with its stress-free setting and compassionate care.

Contact Gracewood Advanced Assisted Living & Memory Care – Highland

Overview of Jay and Rose Phillips Center for Memory Care

The Jay and Rose Phillips Center for Memory Care emerges as a dedicated haven tailored exclusively for seniors grappling with dementia and memory loss. Nestled within its serene walls are meticulously crafted studio apartments, each designed to meet the unique needs of its residents, placing dignity and individuality at the forefront. This senior living community in St. Paul, Minnesota, embodies the belief that life can be lived fully and purposefully. It is a beacon of care and community for those seeking compassion and expertise. Specialized services and thoughtful amenities converge within this supportive environment to create a nurturing space. Families find solace in the knowledge that their loved ones receive expert care and are valued members of a community that cherishes each resident.

Services at the center extend beyond primary care, emphasizing community and individuality. Residents savor three kosher meals and snacks daily, prepared with care. Weekly housekeeping and laundry services maintain a comfortable living environment. Personalized care addresses individual needs, while wellness clinics prioritize holistic well-being. Licensed nursing personnel provide daily and on-call support, ensuring round-the-clock care. Structured memory care activities cater to physical, mental, spiritual, and social needs. Transportation for outings enriches residents’ experiences beyond the center, and all utilities are included. The center’s commitment extends beyond mere assistance; it fosters a sense of community that embraces every resident. With 18 private studio apartments, residents enjoy a personal haven with spacious bathrooms and controlled access for enhanced security. Comfortable common areas, including a family-style living room, sunroom, kitchen, and dining room, encourage social interaction. The secured rooftop garden and whirlpool spa provide tranquility, while an on-site beauty/barber shop ensures residents can maintain their grooming routines. Lastly, access to Shaller Family Campus amenities further connects them to a broader community.

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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 St Paul at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 57/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in St Paul, MN. 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: 87The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in St Paul, MN. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in St. Paul, MN

What is the average cost of memory care in St. Paul, MN?

The average monthly cost of memory care in St. Paul, MN is approximately $5,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in St. Paul, MN?

Memory care in St. Paul, MN typically ranges from $4,500–$7,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in St. Paul, MN?

Memory care communities in St. Paul, MN typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

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 27 memory care communities in St. Paul, MN. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.