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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Ramsey County, MN

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If your loved one needs memory care in Ramsey County, A Place for Mom can help. With 125 memory care facilities in Ramsey County, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Hamline-Midway, St Anthony Park and Prospect Park - East River Road.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Minneapolis, St. Paul and Eagan.

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Cost of memory care in Ramsey County, MN

The average cost of senior living in Ramsey County is $4,227 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Willernie, MN with an average of $4,182 per month.

Memory care costs in Ramsey County, MN, vs. nearby counties

Ramsey County, MN
$4,227/mo
$4,212/mo

Memory care costs in Ramsey County, MN, vs. state and national averages

Ramsey County, MN
$4,227/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Ramsey County, MN, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,227/mo

Memory care costs in Ramsey County, MN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,522/mo
Studio
$5,012/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,399/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,618/mo

Senior living costs in Ramsey County 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: Ramsey County, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRamsey County, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Memory Care$4,227/mo$4,022/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,580/mo$4,249/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,182/mo$3,081/mo$4,017/mo
Memory Care
Ramsey County, MN:$4,227/mo
Minnesota:$4,022/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Ramsey County, MN:$4,580/mo
Minnesota:$4,249/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Ramsey County, MN:$3,182/mo
Minnesota:$3,081/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
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Memory care costs in Ramsey County, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Ramsey County 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.

Ramsey County, MNMN stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Ramsey County, MN

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Ramsey County 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
Ramsey County, MN$7,016/mo$7,193/mo-2.5%
Minnesota$7,456/mo$7,089/mo+5.2%
National$6,485/mo$6,145/mo+5.5%
Ramsey County, MN
2024 average cost:$7,016/mo
2023 average cost:$7,193/mo
Percent change:-2.5%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$7,456/mo
2023 average cost:$7,089/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,145/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Ramsey County

Recent reviews for memory care in Ramsey County

The Waters of Highland Park in Saint Paul, MN

5.0
My mother and an aunt have been at the Waters of Highland Park since 2016. They both are receiving excellent care and love the staff. My wife and I visit often and have found everything to be exceedingly well run. When I need to communicate with the staff via email or over the phone every ...
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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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Ramsey County review score based on 321 family reviews

7.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 321 reviews of 101 Ramsey County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ramsey County 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

Ramsey County review score compared against nearby cities

7.5
Ramsey County, MN101 facilities
7.5
Little Canada, MN120 facilities
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Roseville, MN128 facilities

Review subcategories for Ramsey County 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 321 reviews of 101 Ramsey County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Ramsey County 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.
Ramsey County, MN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.3
3.9
Staff
3.7
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Ramsey County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ramsey County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ramsey County, 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 Ramsey County 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 Ramsey County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ramsey County, MNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.4%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.7%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.3%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.6%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.5%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.4%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ramsey County 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 Ramsey County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ramsey County, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.4%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.6%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.4%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ramsey County 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 Ramsey County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ramsey County, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.8%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.6%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31.7%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.7%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.9%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Ramsey County 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 Ramsey County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ramsey County, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.6%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.6%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
38.6%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.9%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ramsey County 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 Ramsey County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ramsey County, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
52.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.7%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.7%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.4%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.5%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.3%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.6%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.7%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.6%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.5%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
53.5%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
23.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.7%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.5%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Ramsey County

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 Ramsey County protect seniors.
Learn about Minnesota memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Gable Pines, New Perspective Columbia Heights and Brightondale Senior Campus are the top-rated memory care facilities near Ramsey County, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 125 memory care facilities near Ramsey County, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Ramsey County, Minnesota is Gable Pines. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 125 memory care facilities near you in Ramsey County, Minnesota typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Ramsey County, Minnesota, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Ramsey County, Minnesota, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Ramsey County, Minnesota ranges from $550 to $9500. The average Memory Care cost in Ramsey County, Minnesota is $4,227. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Ramsey County, Minnesota typically starts at $550. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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