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Photo of Brookdale Inver Grove Heights
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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My experience has always been good, so 5. Cleanliness and friendliness is a 5. Quality of care a 5. Like the staff. Mom says the food isn't always good. Could have more activity. Too much money for what she...
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.
If you’ve reached the stage of your life where you’re ready to leave the housekeeping, laundry and daily chores to someone else and enjoy your life, then we’re just what you’re looking for. Our assisted living community in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area provides the independence you...
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44 Floor plans available
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Our experience has been positive but there have been some surprises. Our initial rate of care has changed significantly without any communication (from [amounts removed]). I would advise people to ask about...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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What I like the most about the community is the cleanliness, however no, I wouldn't recommend. Perhaps with the new management change that I believe happened a couple months ago, it is now better but poor...
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.
Sunrise Senior Living of Golden Valley has been open five years and offers a high level of care in both assisted living and memory care neighborhoods. As part of Sunrise, we bring over 29 years of experience in senior housing. This newer community is conveniently located just outside the...
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The facility dropped the assisted living and memory units and became a 55+ senior living facility last [date removed]. The executive director left effective [Date Removed] She was replaced with an interim...
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.
The Waterford Manor has been carefully designed to reflect the warmth and personality of those who make it their home. Adjacent to a park, The Waterford campus encompasses a wildlife refuge, expansive grounds with paved walking paths and lovely gardens. The Waterford welcomes you with caring...
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[name removed] from a place for Mom was a 10+ and that resident is settling in to his new home. Any memory care is a huge adjustment but they try to make it as seamless as possible. There are many great...
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.
Our community has the latest technology needed to give the best care to our residents to assure cares and wait times are at a minimum at all times as we are a newer community built in 2017Our management staff has over 25 years of combined experience in the industry, priding ourselves in "best of"...
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The facility is beautiful and well maintained. The food is excellent and they have a wide variety of food choices. The staff are very friendly and helpful. However, at times it seems they are under staffed...
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.
At The Waters of Highland Park it’s hard to decide what to do each day. There’s a nearby golf course, library, charming neighborhood shops and restaurants, and historic college campuses to explore. You could also stay home and dine at The Waters Restaurant, pamper yourself at The Waters Salon or...
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Does staff seem trained? Does staff seem to actually care about the patient? The staff at Autumn Glen is well trained and very caring.
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.
Step into Autumn Glen Senior Living and take comfort in knowing that you have come to the right place. The community opened in 2015 and has a focus on delivering a lifestyle of care, value and well-being amidst a beautiful setting. It is our commitment to help each resident lead a purposeful life...
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We have been here for 2.5 months now, and I have been here on site basically every day. Even though the place is quite expensive, I am honestly ranking them as 5/5 for every one of those questions. I've been...
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.
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Her room exceeded expectations. The staff is good at responding to questions and concerns. They provide many activities that give residents a chance to interact. I would recommend to others.
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.
About the communityStoney River Assisted Living and Memory SupportWelcome to Stoney River of Ramsey, serving adults in the Ramsey and surrounding area. Stoney River of Ramsey is an extension of Health Dimensions GroupThe lifestyle at this community supports residents in the next phase of life....
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The experience is great. The room is very spacious. The caregivers are awesome. They go out of their way to give my husband special attention. He likes the food.
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.
Village Shores Senior Community is located in Richfield, Minnesota’s thriving urban center. Located in the Lakes of Lyndale District, Village Shores is surrounded by Wood Lake and Richfield Lake which offer walking trails and green spaces for residents. In addition, the location offers many...
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Photo of Lino Lakes Assisted Living
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We were very happy that we chose Lino Lakes Memory Care for our Mom. They took very good care of her and treated both her and us with respect. I would recommend them to anyone.
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.
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Photo of Personal Care Senior Living Anoka
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Nothing comes to mind to add to the review about the facility. Room Sizes and amenities are fine. There are not specific ways they could improve.
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.
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Photo of Sunrise of Roseville
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The staff was very good to my father. They brought in superior hospice and that helped him immensely. I would recommend that for anybody that's having issues in that facility. The food definitely changed...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Located just minutes from both the Minneapolis and St. Paul downtown areas, Sunrise of Roseville just north of the Rosedale Shopping Center. We have been...
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It is very clean, rooms are spacious. Food options are wonderful. Plenty of activities on a daily basis. Staff are great and supportive. I would recommend. It has just been bought by Monarch so there is...
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.
Step into Chandler Place and take comfort in knowing that you have come to the right place. We have been a part of the St. Anthony community for many years, delivering a lifestyle of care, value and well-being amidst a beautiful setting.Here you will find a thriving community of residents from...
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The staff treated Mom like family. When she went into the hospital and then into the nursing home, they called often to ask how she was doing. We were very disappointed when she wasn't able to return to...
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.
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Willows Landing is a nice place and we are thankful for it. Yes, we would recommend Willows Landing to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
At Willows Landing in Monticello, Minnesota, we want everybody to feel welcome. Our warmhearted team of professionals cares deeply for our residents, and we are committed to creating a community that feels just like family. Our stellar services and programs will complete the experience, freeing...
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I like that it's fairly small and the residents get to know each other. Staff are easy to get a hold of and provide information on my family member. They customize the care to my family member's needs. I...
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.
This community offers assisted living and memory care in a unique home-like setting. We promise to offer the highest quality of care at the most affordable price. At White Pine Senior Living we make assisted living, memory care and respite care easy to understand.
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The staff/nurses that take care of mom are very friendly and talk to her often. they are patient and attentive to her needs She has a studio and it is spacious. the bathroom is large to accommodate lifts. it...
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.
Set in a serene wooded landscape with a pond, and adjacent to Colonial Church, The Waters of Edina features walking paths nestled amidst water features and mature evergreens. Inside, the warm glow of fireplaces and beautifully appointed interior spaces promote wellbeing, socializing and a sense...
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The staff were suburb and went above and beyond to help my family when we were supposed to have my Dad move in. He ended up in the hospital and everything was delayed over a week. They assisted with all 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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Photo of The Homestead at Anoka
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I gave 4 stars as my mom has stated the food isn't the greatest. The apartment is a little more costly because she has a washer and dryer and a deck, but that is all they told me they had available when we...
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.
At The Homestead at Anoka, we’re a vibrant community of distinctive living and care choices – a welcoming place you’ll be happy to call home.Our delightfully spacious, well-appointed apartment homes invite you to enjoy privacy, security and lovely surroundings, rich with amenities. Add the...
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My Dad looks forward to each new day. His meals, meds and fun opportunities are available for him at Encore. It has a very homey atmosphere and yes, we would recommend Encore at Maplewood to other families...
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 Maplewood is a small senior living community located in Maplewood, 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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So far, this has been a good move for us. Admin, staff, and residents have been very welcoming. They offered us a program that has helped reduce our rent to a more comfortable amount. We have moved in as...
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.
Offering: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory CareNew Perspective’s senior living community in Eagan, Minnesota has the conveniences of a big city and the amenities of a tranquil getaway. Lakes, parks and shopping are all within a short driving distance including the Eagan Outlet Mall....
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[name removed] and I are very happy here at Willows Bend Senior Living Center. The place is well kept and everyone is so friendly. We get weekly flyers on what's going on to include outings. Staff even came...
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.
Proudly managed by Ebenezer, a trusted non-profit provider of residential housing and health care since 1917 and part of Fairview Health Services, Willows Bend Senior Living Community is devoted to enriching lives through a mission-driven approach to care and service.Offering maintenance-free...
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Close to my home, beautiful property, friendly people, elder Waiver accepted. Beautiful studio apartment was available. It's a lovely facility but they do seem short staffed if you need alot of assistance.
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.
Offering: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory CareNew Perspective | Minnetonka serves seniors in the Minnetonka, MN area with a senior living community where creative interior design combines warm, friendly tones with the beauty and amenities of a fine hotel. Residents of our senior...
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Most important is from the director Rachel stave to the aids and food staff are caring humans!!! The experience has been amazing!!! I would highly recommend this location as staff and property are amazing....
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nestled near the Gem Lake and Lake Shore neighborhoods, The Waters brings a new living experience to White Bear Lake. This senior living community features an on-site restaurant, café, pub and spaces decorated by award-wining interior designer Renée LeJeune Hallberg.At The Waters, your apartment...
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Cost of independent living in North Branch, MN

The average cost of senior living in North Branch is $2,903 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Harris, MN with an average of $2,903 per month.

Independent living costs in North Branch, MN, vs. nearby cities

North Branch, MN
$2,903/mo
$2,903/mo
$2,903/mo

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

North Branch, MN
$2,903/mo
U.S. national average
$3,509/mo

Independent living costs in North Branch, MN, vs. other senior living options

$7,579/mo
Independent Living
$2,903/mo

Independent living costs in North Branch, MN, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,710/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,500/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,295/mo

Senior living costs in North Branch 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: North Branch, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Branch, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$2,903/mo$2,928/mo$3,509/mo
Assisted Living$5,585/mo$5,509/mo$5,793/mo
Memory Care$7,579/mo$7,545/mo$6,969/mo
Independent Living
North Branch, MN:$2,903/mo
Minnesota:$2,928/mo
U.S.:$3,509/mo
Assisted Living
North Branch, MN:$5,585/mo
Minnesota:$5,509/mo
U.S.:$5,793/mo
Memory Care
North Branch, MN:$7,579/mo
Minnesota:$7,545/mo
U.S.:$6,969/mo
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Independent living costs in North Branch, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in North Branch 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.

North Branch, MNMN stateNational

Independent living cost trends in North Branch, MN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in North Branch 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
North Branch, MN$2,664/mo$2,491/mo+6.9%
Minnesota$2,701/mo$2,473/mo+9.2%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
North Branch, MN
2024 average cost:$2,664/mo
2023 average cost:$2,491/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$2,701/mo
2023 average cost:$2,473/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in North Branch

Recent reviews for independent living in North Branch

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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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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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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North Branch independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Branch independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Branch, 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 North Branch 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 North Branch partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Branch, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.5%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.4%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
17%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.5%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.9%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in North Branch 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 North Branch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Branch, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.8%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.5%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
23.4%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Branch 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 North Branch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Branch, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
31.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.1%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.2%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.7%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.7%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.6%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
34.4%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
14.7%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.4%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.1%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community, RidgePointe Senior Living and RosePointe I are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Branch, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 486 independent living facilities near North Branch, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in North Branch, Minnesota are The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community, RidgePointe Senior Living and Gable Pines. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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