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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
From our beautifully landscaped grounds to our meticulously cared for building to our friendly and attentive on-site staff, everything about Victoria Place is first class. You'll appreciate living in this quiet residential neighborhood, in an amenitity filled community, that's close to every...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in an attractive, long-established area of St. Paul. Every apartment home has been carefully planned to be truly above the ordinary, with twelve different floor plans, each offering a three-season, enclosed porch and many with newly renovated interiors. We are like a quiet community...
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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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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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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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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The Landmark of Fridley is the night staff was not very good and we had a lot of bumps in the road at first. Most of them were because of mom though. Things have evened out now. It's been a long road but all...
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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.
The Landmark of Fridley senior living facility is located in Fridley, Minnesota. We are an assited living facility with a community of caring individuals who are committed to providing the best services to your loved ones. We take great pride in providing exceptional physical, social, personal,...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My mother was recently at Cerenity Care Center for transitional care after a minor stroke. I was very impressed by the friendly and conscientious staff. I was especially grateful for the little extras they...
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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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to The Legends of Cottage Grove - What we do hits HOME.HOLIDAY SPECIAL: Apply & move in to one of our gorgeous 2 bedroom apartment homes by December 31st & receive $500 OFF 1st month's rent!* *Some income & other restrictions may apply. Please call for more details. Offer...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I just love it here. It's better than any place I've ever been. They have a big area for you to sit where you can read a book. There's a nice pond in the back and a walking area. There's a lot of...
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This is a lovely community, and I'am very pleased with move here. Everything is working out very well, and I'am happy at this community. They have a very nice staff, and they are very polite, and courteous....
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Enjoy the peace and quiet of this friendly residential community. Pheasant Ridge offers one- and two-bedroom apartments with laundry facilities on each floor, detached garages and a playground.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Phalen Shores is a Senior (55+) Independent Living Rental Community. It is located in the heart of St. Paul’s beautiful Phalen Park neighborhood.We offer 1 and 2 bedroom units ranging in size from 700-950 square feet. We offer many features and amenities such as, controlled access entry, 24 hour...
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Cost of independent living in Belle Plaine, MN

The average cost of senior living in Belle Plaine is $3,156 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Le Sueur, MN with an average of $2,998 per month.

Independent living costs in Belle Plaine, MN, vs. nearby cities

Belle Plaine, MN
$3,156/mo
$3,295/mo
$3,232/mo

Independent living costs in Belle Plaine, MN, vs. state and national averages

Belle Plaine, MN
$3,156/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Belle Plaine, MN, vs. other senior living options

$4,160/mo
Independent Living
$3,156/mo

Independent living costs in Belle Plaine, MN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,969/mo
Studio
$4,537/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,396/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,701/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,030/mo

Senior living costs in Belle Plaine 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: Belle Plaine, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBelle Plaine, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$3,156/mo$3,081/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,368/mo$4,249/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,160/mo$4,022/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Belle Plaine, MN:$3,156/mo
Minnesota:$3,081/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Belle Plaine, MN:$4,368/mo
Minnesota:$4,249/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Belle Plaine, MN:$4,160/mo
Minnesota:$4,022/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Belle Plaine, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Belle Plaine 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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Independent living cost trends in Belle Plaine, MN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Belle Plaine 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
Belle Plaine, MN$2,683/mo$2,498/mo+7.4%
Minnesota$2,732/mo$2,477/mo+10.3%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Belle Plaine, MN
2024 average cost:$2,683/mo
2023 average cost:$2,498/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$2,732/mo
2023 average cost:$2,477/mo
Percent change:+10.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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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 independent living in Belle Plaine

Recent reviews for independent living in Belle Plaine

Parkshore Senior Campus in Saint Louis Park, MN

4.9
Being out of state we do not get to visit that much, however when we do speak with our loved one she does seem to enjoy the meals and dining service. We do think the overall value for the money is good and based on our experience so far we would recommend the Parkshore Senior Campus to other ...
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Milestone Senior Living Faribault

4.6
During the time, that my loved one was there they enjoyed the food. We picked this community, becasue the head nurse at the time was amazing and my loved ones were familar with the facilty. It was clean, and the staff was friendly. It was really good. I would recommend to other families.

Bel Rae Senior Living in Mounds View, MN

4.7
We chose Bel Rae Senior Living because of the newness of the building, the friendly and helpful staff members, and the overall accommodations as well. He has a 1 bedroom apartment and it is a little on the smaller side if your have more furniture. The food is ok and they keep striving to improve ...
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Belle Plaine independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Belle Plaine independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Belle Plaine partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
16.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Belle Plaine independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Belle Plaine communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Belle Plaine, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Belle Plaine independent 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 independent living communities in Belle Plaine offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
35.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
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32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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