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Brainerd Carefree Living
Assisted Living · Minnesota, MN
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Brainerd Carefree Living

Assisted Living · Minnesota, MN
2723 Oak Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Brainerd Carefree Living

Brainerd Carefree Living is an assisted living community located in Brainerd, Minnesota. It offers high-quality accommodations and supportive services, including three meals daily, housekeeping, and planned activities. The facility promotes a safe and dignified lifestyle for its residents.
(218) 829-8622
(218) 829-8622 admissions@carefreeliving.com
Bed community size
70-bed community Rank #199 / 536Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 199th out of 536 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Minnesota SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 68 / 100 Rank #121 / 633Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 121st out of 633 homes in Minnesota. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Minnesota SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved
CountyCrow Wing

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsEmergency call system available.
Safety Features24 hour staffing and nightly security checks.

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Furnished Living Units
All Meals And Snacks
Personal Laundry And Housekeeping Service
Planned Activities
All Utilities Except Telephone
Cable Television
Lounge With Cable Television
Library/Reading Area
Outdoor Walking Path
ActivitiesA range of activities and events to keep residents active and engaged.
Specific ProgramsReligious Services
Religious ServicesYes

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThree meals and snacks served daily, prepared with care considering dietary needs.

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Inspection History

In Minnesota, the Department of Health, Health Regulation Division is the primary authority for conducting onsite inspections and reporting on the quality of care in residential facilities.

Inspection oversight

  • Latest inspection: October 17, 2025

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

Brainerd Carefree Living is located in Brainerd, Minnesota.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Minnesota.

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Elderly Waiver

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $3,000 individual, higher than most states
MN

Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Home aides

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Minnesota ECS

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
MN

Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.

Benefits
In-home support (2-4 hours/week) Respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.
MN

CDCS option; statewide via counties.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~5 days/year) Home health Meals Home mods

Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)

Minnesota Senior Health Options

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
MN

7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Respite Adult day care Home mods $900/year groceries (some plans)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
MN

Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite Adult day care Home mods Limited nursing home care

Consumer Support Grant (CSG)

Minnesota Consumer Support Grant

Age 65+ or disabled
General Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
MN

Can hire family; statewide via counties.

Benefits
Cash (~$500-$1,500/month) for personal care Respite Home mods Assistive tech

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Minnesota resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MN

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Minnesota resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MN

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Brainerd Carefree Living

Is Brainerd Carefree Living in a walkable area?

Brainerd Carefree Living has a walk score of 68. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How many beds does Brainerd Carefree Living have?

Brainerd Carefree Living has 70 beds.

Are there photos of Brainerd Carefree Living?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Brainerd Carefree Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Brainerd Carefree Living?

Brainerd Carefree Living is located at 2723 Oak Street.

What is the phone number of Brainerd Carefree Living?

(218) 829-8622 will put you in contact with the team at Brainerd Carefree Living.

What county is Brainerd Carefree Living located in?

Brainerd Carefree Living is in Crow Wing County.

Is Brainerd Carefree Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Brainerd Carefree Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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