
Rivers Edge Assisted Living
Nursing Home & Assisted Living · Minnesota, MN
Rivers Edge Assisted Living
Nursing Home & Assisted Living · Minnesota, MN
Rivers Edge Assisted Living is located in Aitkin, Minnesota, and was founded by Scott and Monica Duffney in 2015. The facility offers a supportive environment for individuals needing assistance with daily living, along with health services. It features 41 rooms, including spacious suites overlooking the river.
66-bed community Rank #213 / 532Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 213th out of 532 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Minnesota facilities. 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.
12 years in operation Rank #84 / 137Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 84th out of 137 homes in Minnesota. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Minnesota facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 63 / 100 Rank #145 / 632Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 145th out of 632 homes in Minnesota. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Minnesota facilities. 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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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved
CountyAitkin
Staffing
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ContactScott Duffney, Owner
24-Hour Staffing
Specific ProgramsBasic Services
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rivers Edge Assisted Living
Is Rivers Edge Assisted Living in a walkable area?
Rivers Edge Assisted Living has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How many beds does Rivers Edge Assisted Living have?
Rivers Edge Assisted Living has 66 beds.
Are there photos of Rivers Edge Assisted Living?
Yes — there are 20 photos of Rivers Edge Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Rivers Edge Assisted Living?
Rivers Edge Assisted Living is located at 11 Minnesota Avenue South.
What is the phone number of Rivers Edge Assisted Living?
(218) 429-5785 will put you in contact with the team at Rivers Edge Assisted Living.
What county is Rivers Edge Assisted Living located in?
Rivers Edge Assisted Living is in Aitkin County.
Is Rivers Edge Assisted Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Rivers Edge Assisted Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.
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