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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Merrifield, MN
If you’re looking for independent living in the Merrifield area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Merrifield. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 10 independent living facilities in Merrifield, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Brainerd, Baxter and Pequot Lakes.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Brainerd, Baxter and Pequot Lakes.
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The location of the facility is very close to me and they are taking good care of my mom. The facility is cheaper in crosslake than others. The staff has been very willing to let me know how she's doing...
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.
Golden Horizons of Crosslake Golden Horizons of Crosslake is a community that provides assisted living in serene Crosslake, MN. Seniors are allowed to live independently as possible at the same time receiving health services and personal care. The community's apartments and health care services...
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All of the staff members here and just so nice and they are always there when I need them. The community is very clean and it has a very comfortable and homey atmosphere. The other residents are nice as well...
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.
Welcome to Edgewood Vista in Brainerd! Enjoy the central Minnesota lakes region in Brainerd, with Edgewood's ideal combination of living spaces, care and amenities. Built in 2005 and upgraded in 2012, Edgewood promotes residents' health and well-being in independent living, assisted living and...
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Dad is still here and he likes it there! He has said that the workers are all very nice and helpful if he needs something.
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.
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 all the comforts of home in this ideal Brainerd location, with extras like controlled access, generous off-street parking with plug-ins, on-site laundry facilities and a playground for the children.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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 Northern MN, Harmony house is nestled in the town of Brainerd, MN. It is the perfect place for any senior, and is located in a lovely residential area. It was opened in 1997 and consists of two ranch style rambler homes. They are connected with a beautiful outdoor patio in between...
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When we walked in to tour this community it was so inviting and we got such a good vibe. The staff is accommodating and caregivers really care for the residents it's not just a job to them. It is close to...
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Merrifield, MN
The average cost of senior living in Merrifield is $2,924 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Motley, MN with an average of $2,346 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Merrifield, MN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Merrifield, MN vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Merrifield vs. other types of senior living
Independent Living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Merrifield, MN by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Merrifield
Recent reviews for independent living in Merrifield
Rivers Edge Assisted Living in Aitkin, MN
5.0
My grandpa has been living at this assisted living facility for a year now and it has been a wonderful experience. The staff are incredibly attentive and caring, always going out of their way to make sure he is comfortable and well taken care of. The facility itself is well-maintained and has a ...
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Golden Horizons of Aitkin
5.0
Thank you so much for your help. [Name removed] really saved me a lot of time and I know I made a better decision because of her help. Everyone has been friendly and welcoming. My loved one spends a lot less time napping. My loved one is making friends and enjoying mealtimes and activities.
Golden Horizons of Crosslake
5.0
What our family likes the most about the Golden Horizons of Crosslake is the Efficiency through follow up care and concern. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would very much so recommend this community to other families.
Merrifield independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrifield independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrifield, 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 Merrifield 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 Merrifield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrifield, MNNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
10%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Merrifield 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 Merrifield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merrifield, MNNational
Room service
Room service
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrifield 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 Merrifield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merrifield, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
42.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
10%
31.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rivers Edge Assisted Living, Golden Horizons of Crosslake and Golden Horizons of Aitkin are the top-rated independent living facilities near Merrifield, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Merrifield, Minnesota. See the full list.
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