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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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....
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.
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.
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: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: 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.
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This is a great community. We liked the care, but they need to keep up more on the cleaning of the hallways. They could use a little improvement in cleaning. They have gotten better when having staff...
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.
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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
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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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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.
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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...
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This really was an amazing place. The staff are incredible to my mom. The manager [name removed] is always willing to talk if we need it. Mom loves to bake and has made so many friends. We're so glad she...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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: 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
How inviting to live in this peaceful community enhanced with beautifully landscaped courtyards and southern views of the quaint city of St. Peter. Even the name sounds cozy. Each unit features a private entry — plus a washer/dryer and single detached garage are included in the monthly rent.
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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, 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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people friendly location great too transportation, groceries, banking, staff superb. lots to participate in I don't feel like I'm walking into a hotel - it's my home!
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.
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 would want others to know that we had a really great experience and I would recommend The Glen at Minnetonka to anyone looking for a senior living community for themselves or a loved one.
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.
The Glenn by St. Therese Southwest is an assisted living located in the sprawling area of Minnetonka, MN. This area is known for its natural beauty and friendly residents. For most seniors, finding an area where they can retire is a top concern. There are so many different areas out there that a...
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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
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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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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: 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.
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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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.

Cost of independent living in Hutchinson, MN

The average cost of senior living in Hutchinson is $2,907 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Winthrop, MN with an average of $2,191 per month.

Independent living costs in Hutchinson, MN, vs. nearby cities

Hutchinson, MN
$2,907/mo
$2,950/mo

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

Hutchinson, MN
$2,907/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Hutchinson, MN, vs. other senior living options

$3,711/mo
Independent Living
$2,907/mo

Independent living costs in Hutchinson, MN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,619/mo
Studio
$4,134/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,289/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,665/mo

Senior living costs in Hutchinson 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: Hutchinson, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHutchinson, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$2,907/mo$3,081/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,279/mo$4,249/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,711/mo$4,022/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Hutchinson, MN:$2,907/mo
Minnesota:$3,081/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Hutchinson, MN:$4,279/mo
Minnesota:$4,249/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Hutchinson, MN:$3,711/mo
Minnesota:$4,022/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Hutchinson, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hutchinson 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 Hutchinson, MN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hutchinson 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
Hutchinson, MN$2,499/mo$2,568/mo-2.7%
Minnesota$2,732/mo$2,477/mo+10.3%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Hutchinson, MN
2024 average cost:$2,499/mo
2023 average cost:$2,568/mo
Percent change:-2.7%
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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 Hutchinson

Recent reviews for independent living in Hutchinson

New Perspective Waconia

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We toured this community. And we fell in love . It had everything mom needed. The food is always being raved by my mother. The caregivers here are great and helpful. It is alway clean and tidy. She enjoys the activities like bingo and rosary they even have a bus that will take them to walgreens ...
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Broadwell Senior Living in Plymouth, MN

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We chose Broadwell Senior Living because the facility was clean, they have a fitness center onsite, there is the ability to have PT appointments onsite, many activities and the friendly staff. There does seem to be a lot of staff turnover. Not confident in the ability to provide nursing ...
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The Sanctuary at St. Cloud in Saint Cloud, MN

5.0
Kind and friendly staff. Family and children are always welcome. Being in a carefree, safe envrionment. New, clean rooms and community spaces. Chef [name removed] wonderful cuisine. variety of creative activities., The other residents are full of fun and laughs.

Hutchinson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hutchinson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hutchinson, 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 Hutchinson 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 Hutchinson 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
7.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
16.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Hutchinson 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 Hutchinson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
19.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hutchinson 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 Hutchinson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
28.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.7%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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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
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41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
30.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
11.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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RidgePointe Senior Living, Havenwood of Buffalo and The Wellstead of Rogers and Diamondcrest are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hutchinson, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
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