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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Chisago County, MN

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I moved into Encore/North Branch 3 years ago. For me, it was like coming home. I loved the rural setting, the staff made you feel welcomed. This is my home, we are a family with different backgrounds but...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Encore at North Branch is a small senior living community located in North Branch, Minnesota. Here at Encore, we pride ourselves on being a a close knit family and provide our residents with the care and love that we would give to our own family. Our location is in a beautiful environment where...
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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.
Unlike other communities that promise a “home-like” atmosphere, Ecumen North Branch has based its entire philosopy on providing a true home for residents and guests.It’s a senior living and health care community that feels a lot like a small town, with four distinct neighborhoodssurrounding a...
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.
Shields Plaza is a quaint, quiet and secure apartment building nestled in a park-like wooded setting in North Branch, MN. - Independent senior living apartment homes - Section 8 affordable subsidized housing - One- and two-bedroom units available - Non-smoking - Comfortable, relaxed atmosphere -...
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What a great place to live! The facility is so clean, the Manager is friendly and professional and the tenants are really nice. It is a well run facility and is always a pleasure to c\visit my Dad there. ...
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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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Enjoy the essence of convenient maintenance-free retirement living, an active lifestyle that balances privacy and companionship of new friends on this beautiful community near the shores of Green Lake. The grounds have become the signature amenity of our community. The beauty and connection to...
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Cost of independent living in Chisago County, MN

The average cost of senior living in Chisago County is $2,760 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Anoka County, MN with an average of $2,646 per month.

Independent living costs in Chisago County, MN, vs. nearby counties

Chisago County, MN
$2,760/mo
$2,774/mo

Independent living costs in Chisago County, MN, vs. state and national averages

Chisago County, MN
$2,760/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Chisago County, MN, vs. other senior living options

$6,682/mo
Independent Living
$2,760/mo

Senior living costs in Chisago 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: Chisago County, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeChisago County, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$2,760/mo$2,945/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,707/mo$5,527/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,682/mo$7,592/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Chisago County, MN:$2,760/mo
Minnesota:$2,945/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Chisago County, MN:$4,707/mo
Minnesota:$5,527/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Chisago County, MN:$6,682/mo
Minnesota:$7,592/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Chisago County

Recent reviews for independent living in Chisago County

Gracewood Advanced Assisted Living and Memory Care of Lino Lakes

4.0
My friend is doing quite well since moving into this community. The staff take good care of the residents but I think they should be more talkative and smiley. The food is good and they seem to offer a good variety of healthy choices. Lino Lakes is clean community. They offer a wide variety of ...
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Keystone Place at LaValle Fields in Hugo, MN

4.8
Beautiful place with an amazing staff. Always helpful. My mother loves the happy hour bands/musician. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on our experience

Northern Pines Assisted Living in Pine City, MN

5.0
5, we love it. The first thing I remember was it felt like home the community is small and the staff is very friendly my mom is thriving and the meals are very good.

Chisago County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chisago County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chisago County, 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 Chisago County 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 Chisago County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chisago County, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.5%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.3%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
10.1%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.7%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.2%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Chisago County 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 Chisago County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chisago County, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.5%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
15.6%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.2%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chisago County 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 Chisago County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chisago County, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
17.9%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.3%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.8%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.1%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.3%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.9%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.5%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.6%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
19.4%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
8.2%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.3%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.1%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Encore at North Branch, Ecumen North Branch and Shields Plaza are the top-rated independent living facilities near Chisago County, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 6 independent living facilities near Chisago County, Minnesota. See the full list.
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