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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Golden Valley, MN

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If your loved one needs memory care in Golden Valley, A Place for Mom can help. With 124 memory care facilities in Golden Valley, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Golden Valley incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Golden Valley memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Golden Valley, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like St Anthony Park, Hamline-Midway and East Phillips.
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Community is wonderful. Having a chapel on campus to visit and worship. All of the amenities on campus are great to have. We have a gift shop to browse. Everyone is so nice (staff and residents) and I feel...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of memory care in Golden Valley, MN

The average cost of senior living in Golden Valley is $4,236 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wayzata, MN with an average of $4,091 per month.

Memory care costs in Golden Valley, MN, vs. nearby cities

Golden Valley, MN
$4,236/mo

Memory care costs in Golden Valley, MN, vs. state and national averages

Golden Valley, MN
$4,236/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Golden Valley, MN, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,236/mo

Memory care costs in Golden Valley, MN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,910/mo
Studio
$4,441/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,109/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,296/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,030/mo

Senior living costs in Golden Valley vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Golden Valley, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGolden Valley, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Memory Care$4,236/mo$4,022/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,569/mo$4,249/mo$4,558/mo
Independent Living$3,204/mo$3,081/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Golden Valley, MN:$4,236/mo
Minnesota:$4,022/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Golden Valley, MN:$4,569/mo
Minnesota:$4,249/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Independent Living
Golden Valley, MN:$3,204/mo
Minnesota:$3,081/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Golden Valley, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Golden Valley and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Golden Valley, MNMN stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Golden Valley, MN

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Golden Valley have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Golden Valley, MN$6,441/mo$6,411/mo+0.5%
Minnesota$7,475/mo$7,089/mo+5.4%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Golden Valley, MN
2024 average cost:$6,441/mo
2023 average cost:$6,411/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$7,475/mo
2023 average cost:$7,089/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Golden Valley

Recent reviews for memory care in Golden Valley

Meadow Woods - Martin Luther Campus in Bloomington, MN

5.0
I think they do a great job at Meadow Woods! The staff here is very friendly and easy to work with. They've been very accommodating in regards to some billing issues we've had in regards to getting funding with the VA straightened out. The facility itself is well kept and clean, and they do a ...
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Saint Therese of Woodbury

4.5
Cannot think of one negative thing to say about this facility. It is a beautiful property with many amenities. The staff is amazing. Every level of care is given by extremely professional and kind members of St Therese staff. I was a patient for 6weeks and was extremely happy with everything, ...
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Wealshire Of Bloomington

5.0
My dad has been at Wealshire of Bloomington for almost three years. My brother and I were looking for a new place for dad as the Alzheimer's disease continued to make it hard for him to make safe decisions. He was very active and the place he was in did not fit as most residents were much ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Training and competency of staff in nursing skills. Several reviews mention the lack of proper training and competency of staff in basic nursing skills, leading to serious concerns for residents' health and safety at Waterford Estates and Manor, such as inadequate catheter bag emptying, transferring, and lift operation. This can result in traum ...
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Communication between staff and families. Families express frustration with the lack of clear communication from staff regarding their loved ones' care and well-being, which can leave them feeling disconnected and unsure about their loved one's situation at Global Pointe Senior Living, Sunrise of Edina, and Chandler Place.
Consistent activities for residents. Residents appreciate a wide range of engaging activities that encourage socializing and stimulate their minds, as mentioned in reviews for The Harbors Senior Living of Fridley, Personal Care Senior Living Columbia Heights, and Sunrise of Golden Valley. Regular activities can help keep resi ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance of living spaces. The cleanliness and upkeep of living spaces is crucial for residents' comfort and well-being. Several reviews praise the cleanliness of facilities at The Waters on 50th, Meadow Ridge Senior Living, and Sunrise of Edina, while others mention areas that require improvement, such as irregular ...
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Engaging and personable staff members. Warm, friendly, and personable staff members who genuinely care for their residents are essential for creating a welcoming and enjoyable environment. Many families highlight the kindness and compassion of staff at Broadwell Senior Living, Broadwell Senior Living, and The Harbors Senior Livi ...
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Availability and responsiveness of staff. Timely responses to family inquiries and resident needs are essential for providing effective and efficient care. Families at The Waters on 50th, Suite Living - Brooklyn Park, and Elder Homestead express disappointment with unresponsive or hard-to-reach staff, leading to frustration and co ...
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Golden Valley review score based on 379 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 379 reviews of 101 Golden Valley memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Golden Valley review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Golden Valley review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Golden Valley, MN101 facilities
7.7
Robbinsdale, MN122 facilities
7.6
St. Louis Park, MN118 facilities

Review subcategories for Golden Valley memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 379 reviews of 101 Golden Valley memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Golden Valley resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Golden Valley, MN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.8
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Golden Valley memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Golden Valley memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Golden Valley, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Golden Valley memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Golden Valley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Golden Valley, MNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.3%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.7%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.1%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.3%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
55.4%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.4%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.2%
74%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Golden Valley memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Golden Valley Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Golden Valley, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.3%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.5%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.4%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.8%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Golden Valley memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Golden Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Golden Valley, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.8%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.6%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
25.7%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.6%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.9%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Golden Valley memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Golden Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Golden Valley, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.6%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.5%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
48.5%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.9%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Golden Valley memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Golden Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Golden Valley, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.7%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.7%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.3%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.4%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.3%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.5%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.7%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.5%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.5%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
57.4%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
24.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.7%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.5%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Golden Valley

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Minnesota memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Golden Valley protect seniors.
Learn about Minnesota memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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