The Lodge at White Bear – Sky Active
Independent Living · St. Paul, MN

The Lodge at White Bear – Sky Active

Independent Living · St. Paul, MN

Overview of The Lodge at White Bear – Sky Active

Set in the enticing neighborhood of East County Line North, White Bear Lake, MN, is the outstanding senior living community of The Lodge at White Bear focusing on independent living. With a snug and sophisticated studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences, seniors have a relaxing and secure retirement. As a Sky Active Living community, The Lodge at White Bear strives to provide exceptional experiences for seniors to thrive and live to their potential.

Cherish every moment of your golden years with enjoyable activities and fun programs that focus on your aspirations and strengths. The community helps seniors keep their surroundings clean with housekeeping and laundry services. Indulge in delightful and well-balanced meals for a satisfactory dining experience. The Lodge at White Bear is ideal for seniors aiming to maximize their independence with its peaceful spaces.

(763) 363-3793
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.

About this community

About the Community

The Lodge offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with modern finishes and built-in safety features.

Awards

AwardsBest of Senior Living, Best Senior Living

License Details

Safety & Compliance

Safety Featuresbuilt-in safety features

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Library
Salon
Walking Paths
Movie Theater
Housekeeping
Laundry
ActivitiesResidents can participate in clubs, exercise classes, trivia, movie nights, and themed parties, among other activities.
Specific Programsclubs and programs including book club, walking groups, and gardening, exercise classes, tai chi, yoga, and fitness training, trivia, movie nights, games, and themed parties, happy hour, cooking demonstrations, live entertainment, and day trips, devotional activities and religious services, pet-friendly activities
Religious ServicesYes

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$2,050 per month
Monthly Base Fee$2,050

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThe dining program includes three daily meals and snacks, prepared by chefs.
Meal ScheduleBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner included

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Minnesota

The Lodge at White Bear – Sky Active is located in St Paul, 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 The Lodge at White Bear – Sky Active

Is The Lodge at White Bear – Sky Active in a walkable area?

The Lodge at White Bear – Sky Active has a walk score of 68. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are there photos of The Lodge at White Bear – Sky Active?

Yes — there are 14 photos of The Lodge at White Bear – Sky Active in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of The Lodge at White Bear – Sky Active?

(763) 363-3793 will put you in contact with the team at The Lodge at White Bear – Sky Active.

Is The Lodge at White Bear – Sky Active Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Lodge at White Bear – Sky Active is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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