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Estes Brook Assisted Living Facilities | 2522 Reviews

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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.
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I simply cannot understand some of the other reviewers. The admissions person at Hillcrest was wonderful, and helped us when no one else could (we needed to be close to oxygen therapy). The nurse [name...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Minnesota’s first accredited continuing care retirement community, Covenant Village of Golden Valley is serenely set beside Bassett Creek Nature Preserve in one of the Twin Cities’ most livable communities. An indoor village center is the heart of campus activity and includes a bakery/cafe,...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Our premier residential homes specialize in caring for those with memory loss. We believe that no ones quality of live should end just because they have dementia. Our vision at English Rose Suites is to change the landscape of memory care forever... surpassing all expectations for bringing...
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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.
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My grandfather lives at meadow ridge and I can finally say he has found himself a great home. We had switched from 2 other assisted livings because they were not to his liking. He is very particular...
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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I am grateful to Waverly Gardens for the care they have provided my father. They have been supportive through his health changes and financial transitions. Wherever we go in the building, everyone greets my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Cost of assisted living in Estes Brook, MN

The average cost of senior living in Estes Brook is $3,970 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sartell, MN with an average of $2,973 per month.

Assisted living costs in Estes Brook, MN, vs. nearby cities

Estes Brook, MN
$3,970/mo
$3,911/mo
$3,822/mo

Assisted living costs in Estes Brook, MN, vs. state and national averages

Estes Brook, MN
$3,970/mo
U.S. national average
$4,565/mo

Assisted living costs in Estes Brook, MN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,970/mo
$3,858/mo

Assisted living costs in Estes Brook, MN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,644/mo
Studio
$3,922/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,783/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,472/mo

Senior living costs in Estes Brook 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: Estes Brook, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEstes Brook, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,970/mo$4,249/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$3,858/mo$4,022/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living$2,214/mo$3,081/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Estes Brook, MN:$3,970/mo
Minnesota:$4,249/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Estes Brook, MN:$3,858/mo
Minnesota:$4,022/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Estes Brook, MN:$2,214/mo
Minnesota:$3,081/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
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Assisted living costs in Estes Brook, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Estes Brook 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Estes Brook, MN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Estes Brook 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
Estes Brook, MN$5,220/mo$4,762/mo+9.6%
Minnesota$5,701/mo$5,052/mo+12.8%
National$5,379/mo$5,132/mo+4.8%
Estes Brook, MN
2024 average cost:$5,220/mo
2023 average cost:$4,762/mo
Percent change:+9.6%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$5,701/mo
2023 average cost:$5,052/mo
Percent change:+12.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,379/mo
2023 average cost:$5,132/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Estes Brook, MN

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What families are saying about assisted living in Estes Brook

Recent reviews for assisted living in Estes Brook

Urbana Place Senior Living in Brooklyn Park, MN

4.1
Staff is really hands on and gets to know the residents on a personal level, and always address concerns quickly when brought to their attention. The food has a lack of flavor, it is often over cooked or cold.

Encore at Hugo

4.8
We've been very happy with them. The setting is really nice. There are a limited number of patients, so it's not overly large or overwhelming. I really like the layout of the rooms. It's very homey for my mother. It's like she has her own little apartment, and it's exactly as big as she ...
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Encore at North Branch

4.8
We chose Encore at North branch because the staff that we talked with were wonderful and helpful. We liked that the facility was not too big, some places we looked at were just way too big. And also the location was great for our family. I think they do a fantastic job of offering activities and ...
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Estes Brook review score based on 473 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 473 reviews of 184 Estes Brook assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Estes Brook review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Estes Brook review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Estes Brook assisted living

When assisted living 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 473 reviews of 184 Estes Brook assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Estes Brook resident and family assisted living 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.
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Cleanliness
3.7
3.8
Friendliness
3.7
3.9
Care services
3.2
3.5
Staff
3.6
3.7
Meals & dining
3.3
3.4
Activities
3.3
3.4
Value for cost*
3.3
3.5
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Estes Brook assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Estes Brook assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Estes Brook, 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 Estes Brook assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Estes Brook that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
52.2%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.8%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.3%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.4%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.2%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
51.6%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Estes Brook assisted living

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 Estes Brook Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
42%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Estes Brook assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Estes Brook partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Estes Brook, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.2%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
21.7%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.3%
35.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.8%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Estes Brook assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Estes Brook communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
21.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
23.4%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Estes Brook assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Estes Brook offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.8%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.1%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
15.2%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.3%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.2%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Estes Brook

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Estes Brook protect seniors.
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Havenwood of Buffalo, Keystone Place at LaValle Fields and Rose Arbor and Wildflower Lodge are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Estes Brook, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 232 assisted living facilities near Estes Brook, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Estes Brook, Minnesota are Havenwood of Buffalo, Copperfield Hill and The Wellstead of Rogers and Diamondcrest. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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