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It’s been an adjustment but I’m very glad I moved my parents in because they’re getting the care that they need. I think my Dad is thriving here and he loves the food. The staff seems to be very responsive...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Established in 1995, Meridian Manor is located in the lakeside community of Wayzata, Minnesota. Park-like grounds and tastefully decorated common areas create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Meridian blends the comfort and independence of private apartments with a flexible selection of services...
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The staff have been helpful and they are quick to respond. The restaurant is excellent. The other residents are friendly and fun to be with. They offer daily activities including an exercise class with 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.
WestRidge is conveniently located on Hopkins Crossroad, near interstate 394 in Minnetonka offering all amenities of suburban life. Our secured community provides the highest quality housing and services available. A warm and inviting atmosphere will welcome you, ensuring that you feel right at...
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We chose Trail of Orono because of the location, the facility itself, and the staff members really sold us. The room sizes are pretty standard compared to others that we looked into. They do have a lot of...
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.
You can receive assisted living and memory care at Trails of Orono in Orono, Minnesota. Our staff offers our residents a full range of services to help with daily life activities. Those would include preparing meals, cleaning, bathing, toileting, medication assistance, and much more. Both of our...
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We chose this place for my grandma because it is a nice and clean community. The grounds are well maintained. The activities are great she enjoys that the most, such as movies, bingo and they do crossword...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Embrace the many perks and benefits of a maintenance-free lifestyle and Red Carpet living at our Jaybird Senior Living Assisted Living community, Landings of Minnetonka. Whether you are searching for yourself or a loved one, our Minnetonka assisted living community is designed to help seniors...
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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.
Orono Woods Senior Living is nestled in the woods bordering Orono and Long Lake, Minnesota. We are just off of Wayzata Boulevard. This exceptional apartment community for 55 years and older offers the peace and tranquility of a small town with the city conveniences. It is truly the best of both...
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The care was sketchy when we first moved in. Now it's going really well. A hiccup here and there, but nothing of concern. I would recommend this facility- and I imagine it's true w any facility that the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
North Ridge Health and Rehab is an assisted living community located in New Hope, Minnesota. Our residence is only a matter of minutes from New Hope's numerous religious organizations, shopping centers, and restaurants. However, we're also in a beautiful, residential area that offers our...
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The staff were friendly, caring and professional. The facility was comfortable and clean. I felt my family member got great care there for a good value.
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.
At Elder Homestead we strive to achieve a high quality of life for all of our senior citizens. Each resident will need a different level of care, and we can work to make sure that each elderly person has the care needed to maintain a safe living environment. There are many activities and...
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My only concern is the other residents seemed more worst off than my mother. They seemed to walk in and out in her apartment. She doesn’t seemed to be that active. Happy hour is great for her to mingle...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
An exceptionally designed community located in pristine Orono that blends a classy touch with family care and offers a “life on the lake lifestyle”.Our community will make you feel at home, whether you’re in one of our unique assisted living or memory care homes. Each unit has been designed...
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Very nice place, very nice people- both staff and residents, nice location....very well executed and maintained... The apartment size is small-ish but not bad for 1 person in a one bedroom....don't know...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Apartment home living is a pleasure at The Heathers Estates. Our independent living community is located in a neighborhood setting bordering beautiful Bassett Creek Park in Crystal, Minnesota. Here, just steps away from a beautiful nature preserve, people 55 and better enjoy a rewarding lifestyle...
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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.
Cedar Ridge Place is located in Saint Louis Park, Hennepin County, Minnesota. The staff in this assisted living community have been trained to work with Alzheimer’s residents as well as providing memory care for dementia. The staff are here and awake 24 hours a day, so there is never a need to...
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I had recently taken a tour of this community for my self and I absolutely loved this place. The staff where on time to my appointment and made sure to answer any questions I had for them in detail. I have...
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.
Located in the St. Luis Park of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Knollwood Place Apartments is part of the impressive Ackerberg Family Sholom West Campus facilities. We are proud to be well known for our exceptional senior living facilities and senior care services. This special location has 153...
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It is fine so far for my parents. The staff are helpful and attentive. My parents like the meals from the dining room but they are able to make their own meals in their apartment. It is a clean facility with...
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.
Located in historic St. Louis Park, Minnesota, TowerLight on Wooddale Avenue offers beautifully appointed Independent Living Apartments, innovative Assisted Living Apartments, state-of-the art Memory Care and rehabilitative Care Suites and only minutes from downtown Minneapolis and Edina.
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My apartment is beautiful, and I love my neighbors, but anyone moving here should know that having overnight guests who arrive by car is almost impossible. There is not enough parking in the surface lot. You...
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.
Gorgeous. Spacious & Affordable. Affordable Apartment Homes for Adults 55 and Older!LIMITED TIME OFFER: Apply today and enjoy up to 3 MONTHS FREE! *Some restrictions may apply.Inspired by the laid-back atmosphere of a resort, Bren Road Station Apartment provides the perfect place to live and...
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My loved one is very happy and has made many friends. They offer flexible meal plans and a la carte services. Good social events for a broad range of interests and abilities - many offsite tours to museums...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
Parkshore Senior Community is conveniently located in St. Louis Park just steps away from Byerly's, Park Nicollet Medical Center and Target. Wolfe Lake Park is just outside your door. Since 1988 Parkshore Senior Community has been committed to a continuum of care for our residents. This...
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If someone needs to go to an assisted living community I would recommend going to this community. I know that they have Halloween events and all of the staff were in costumes and participating. They also...
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.
Located on the shores of Cedar Lake in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Jones-Harrison Residence is a nonprofit senior living community offering Assisted Living apartments, Assisted Living Memory Care apartments, Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services, Long Term Memory Care and 24-hour Skilled Nursing...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Vernon Terrace of Edina and overall things are great now. The facility is very clean. The friendliness is good, but at one point it was poor. The staff and care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
Vernon Terrace offers beautiful Senior Apartment Living in the heart of Edina, MN. We are conveniently located just blocks from major freeways, shopping, and medical facilities. We have a number of amenities, including free van service to shopping, medical appointments and weekly outings. Free...
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We chose Benedictine Living Community because it was the closest to us and she was able to age in place and stay in memory care. It is a nice and clean environment. Another reason we chose this facility was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
Benedictine Living Community-Osseo is a 59-unit residential community described by tenants and their families as “warm and welcoming.” Located in the heart of downtown Osseo on Central Avenue, the building that houses BLC-Osseo was originally St. Vincent’s Church. The building was converted to a...
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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.
Welcome!Situated on the western shores of the lake in Spring Park, Lake Minnetonka Shores has become known not only for its stunning park and lakeshore, but also for its extensive housing and service choices. For a setting that offers freedom combined with the comfort of knowing supportive...
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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.
Bright Stars Care Center provides seniors with a caring assisted living community to call their own. This community provides its residents with the support that they need in Minneapolis, MN. Those who visit Minneapolis find it to be a great city to spend time in, and they enjoy the Minneapolis...
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It was close to my Mother's house and had the supports my father needed. Caring staff, but sometimes not enough attention especially with eating assistance. Food was fine. They are probably under staffed....
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.
Suite Living of Brooklyn Park is a 32 private suite Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Community that provides quality care to our seniors, with a personal touch. Our communities are small and intimate, providing a cozy warm atmosphere that feels like home. Suite Living is locally owned and...
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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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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.
Friendly and affordable, Kimberly Meadows features amenities unheard of in other townhome communities, such as full basements with washer and dryer hook-ups and plenty of storage space. Each unit also has a cozy patio with a planting area to grow your favorite summer herbs and flowers. Be close...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
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 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
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.
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...

Cost of independent living in Hennepin County, MN

The average cost of senior living in Hennepin County is $3,155 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Loretto, MN with an average of $3,064 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Hennepin County, MN vs. nearby counties

Hennepin County, MN
$3,155/mo
$3,145/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Hennepin County, MN vs. the state and national average

Hennepin County, MN
$3,155/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Hennepin County vs. other types of senior living

$4,190/mo
Independent Living
$3,155/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Hennepin County, MN by room type

Semi-Private
$3,170/mo
Studio
$4,359/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,429/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,792/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,030/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Hennepin County over time

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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 Hennepin County

Recent reviews for independent living in Hennepin County

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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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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Scandia Shores in Shoreview, MN

5.0
My Mom loves Scandia Shores. The meals are wonderful!!! Its so nice to have so many activities. The residents are very friendly and the staff is helpful and cordial!

Hennepin County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hennepin County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hennepin 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 Hennepin 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 Hennepin County 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
7.6%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
15.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Hennepin 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 Hennepin County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hennepin County, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.2%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
29.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hennepin 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 Hennepin County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40.2%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.2%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
40.2%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
18.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37%
46.1%
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RosePointe I, RidgePointe Senior Living and The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hennepin County, Minnesota. See full list of communities.

There are 92 independent living facilities near Hennepin County, Minnesota. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Hennepin County, Minnesota are RosePointe I, Gable Pines and Rose Arbor and Wildflower Lodge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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