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Photo of Walker Methodist at Westwood Ridge
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This community is just perfect, we like the comradery between the residents, they make you feel very welcomed when you come to visit. The staff notify our family within 24hrs regarding anything with our...
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.
Walker Methodist At Westwood Ridge is an assisted living community located in West St. Paul, MN. West St. Paul is a small town on the Mississippi River with about 20,000 residents in Dakota County with several restaurants and shops. Residents who enjoy group outings and social gatherings can go...
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I would recommend you check the community to see if it is the right fit for your loved one. The value for the money is good here. The staff communication has been good with the family. They are always...
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.
Our assisted living community in West St. Paul, Minn., offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into creative projects, happy hour socials, card and board games, lively meals, fitness classes, fun outings and anything else that you want to do. And there’s always the...
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This is a secure small community. The caregivers are attentive. They interact well with the residents and their families. They are aware of what is going on. The food is good and they offer a good variety...
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.
White Pine Senior White Pine Senior Living is located in Fridley, MN, home of the Springbrook Nature Center. Nicknamed Friendly Fridley, this city also boasts four beautiful parks located within it. Here at White Pine Senior Living, we are known for our beautiful community senior housing, with...
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When we first came to see MainStreet Lodge we have a very positive experience and overall we thought it was a very good community for our loved one. Unfortunately, we needed to move our loved one out and...
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.
The living is easy at MainStreet Lodge assisted living!  Opportunities to socialize with family and friends are never far away.  A variety of interactive and pastoral care activities help nurture the spirit every day.  Your private apartment includes a full kitchenette, living...
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.Cleanliness of the facility 4 but they're planning to replace all the carpet soon so that would make it a 5. Some of the décor is not the most modern but it's definitely clean and presentable and for the...
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.
Offering: Assisted Living, Memory CareFind the beauty and serenity of nature as a resident at New Perspective | Highland Park. Admire the picturesque Mississippi River Boulevard while enjoying the convenience of the Highland Park neighborhood at New Perspective’s St. Paul location. At New...
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I'm sorry my mother didn't live longer to enjoy living there. She had just been there a little over two months and she died. I thought the facility was wonderful very professionally run and clean. The staff...
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.
Opened in 2004, RiverVillage East is the newest addition to the Catholic Eldercare community of residences. Located in Northeast Minneapolis, the RiverVillage campus is designed with careful consideration given to the wishes and needs of today's elders who are accustomed to more space, greater...
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We picked this community, because of the location. They are friendly, approachable, and knowledgeable. It's just a good fit for my sister. Lots of social opportunities if a person is interested.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 in the quiet Shepard Park neighborhood of Highland Park in St. Paul, The Wellington Assisted Living has been a part of the community serving older adults and their families for 30 years. Our location is convenient to downtown St. Paul, the Highland Village area, the Minneapolis/St. Paul...
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They do have movie nights, but the activities are still pretty limited due to the pandemic. The apartments here are adequate in size, and this is a good place.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Our Mission is to foster fullness of life for the older adult and other people in need through the provision of housing and health care in a Christian environment. Augustana Apartments, located conveniently close to downtown Minneapolis offers spacious apartments with fabulous views of the...
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I recently admitted my mother in this facility and so far, it has been nothing but smooth sailing. My mom has been telling me how happy she was with the staff that truly care for her needs and the fun...
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.
When loved ones encounter memory issues, unique challenges arise for the person affected and their family members. Our professional caregivers are committed to providing the 'person-centered' care which meets the specific needs of each individual. We help families gain quality time with their...
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Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. They never made me feel as though I was budding in or in their way. They made me feel very welcome as well. The reason I gave a 4 for quality of care is because my...
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 West St Paul 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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Photo of Minnehaha Senior Living
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I like it. It seems like a good fit. The only thing is that they do have in house physicians but they don't have any transportation to specialist's. Otherwise it's pretty good!
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.
Minnehaha Senior Living offers a wide range of services to meet the unique needs of seniors. Perhaps you're independent, but seek the security and camaraderie of a community. Maybe you need assistance with meals, housekeeping, or medication management. Minnehaha Senior Living offers you the...
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The experience has been overall very good and the care is great. My frustration is not necessarily their fault, it is just with the meds. They make you go through their company for medications and they were...
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.
Offering: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory CareCentrally located, New Perspective senior living in Woodbury, MN, is off of I-494 and I-94, a short distance from the middle of town. We are just minutes away from the Woodwinds Health campus, outdoor attractions, and several shopping...
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We chose Oak Meadows because they had everything we were looking for. It is such a welcoming atmosphere when you walk in and the price was right. The staff are over the top incredible. The apartment sizes...
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.
Welcome to Oak Meadows! Located in beautiful Oakdale, we are a not-for-profit senior living community in Minnesota. We opened on April 1, 1998. From our stunning campus to our dedicated staff, we are committed to providing excellent care, engaging activities, and a strong community for our...
Photo of Gracewood Advanced Assisted Living and Men's Memory Care of Highland
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We are so thankful we were able to find this home for our Mom. The house manager ([name removed]) and her staff are wonderful. The facility feels like a home, and not a memory care facility. The staff...
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.
Gracewood Advanced Assisted Living and Men's Memory Care - Highland provides exceptional senior living services in a warm, welcoming, home-like environment. We aim to deliver top-notch care that is affordable and tailored to meet your specific needs.The men's memory care program at Gracewood...
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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...
Photo of White Pine Advanced Assisted Living and Memory Care of Mendota Heights
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My Mother was only here for a month but the time she was here, it was excellent. All of the staff members were wonderful and I could not be more pleased with the care she got. The quality of the staff...
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.
White Pine Advanced Assisted Living and Memory Care of Mendota Heights provides exceptional senior living services in a warm, welcoming, home-like environment. We aim to deliver top-notch care that is affordable and tailored to meet your specific needs.A great alternative to yesterday's nursing...
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Staff took the time to get to know the clients and catered to them with dignity. I would recommend this facility to others. Quality, compassionate, loving care when family is unable to be present 24 hours a...
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 Spring Lake 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...
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I was in great need of a solution for my mom. You asked the right questions and gave 5 great options. We chose Good Life in Hugo. It is a great fit for mom who needed a small community to be with. She is...
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.
If you are looking for care for your loved one who struggles with Memory, Dementia, or just needs Assisted Care, at Good Life we offer a smaller, more intimate, and more personal setting for our residents to call home. Being at home is such an important part of achieving a higher level of care....
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Mom has barely made a [date removed] there, she wound up in the hospital for almost a week. I have been gone for the holidays and will be back tomorrow. I will be creating more of a schedule to be with my...
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 Ramsey 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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We like Heritage Place is a great place to live. The staff is over and above. Very pleasant, helpful and knowledgeable. The residents are also very friendly.
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.
The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans have joined forces to bring you a wonderful new senior living community. Heritage Place of Roseville, a 50-unit senior living community provides both efficiency and luxury offering one and two-bedroom apartments...
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There are many great things to say about acumen seasons. But I will say these two because it is in contrast to a lot of experiences I had with senior living operations. One they were very transparent and...
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.
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As you can tell we were very happy with the Shores. The hands on staff in memory were amazingly kind, patient, attentive to my brother's distinctive needs, respectful and responsive to our questions and...
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.
Maplewood, Ramsey County, Minnesota, delivers small town charm to residents of The Shores of Lake Phalen while providing them with easy access to the urban amenities and services of nearby Saint Paul. Outdoor enthusiasts will be thrilled to live on the shores of Lake Phalen where they can go...
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All these places are expensive. Personal Care is not the cheapest, but I feel good about the place - especially that it's small and the staff seems really good and dedicated. I think it's a really good place...
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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Everything at Briarcliff has been very good. The move-in was easy and the manager was very helpful with everything. The couple of things that needed attention in the apartment were taken care of almost...
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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My mom was only there for 3 months, she passed away. Everyone was so good to us in just a short time. My mom was very reluctant to move, but fit in perfectly and made the transition so simple
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.
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Cost of independent living in Ramsey County, MN

The average cost of senior living in Ramsey County is $2,566 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dakota County, MN with an average of $2,644 per month.

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

Ramsey County, MN
$2,566/mo

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

Ramsey County, MN
$2,566/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$6,930/mo
Independent Living
$2,566/mo

Independent living costs in Ramsey County, MN, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,612/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,436/mo

Senior living costs in Ramsey County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Ramsey County, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRamsey County, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$2,566/mo$2,945/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,758/mo$5,527/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,930/mo$7,592/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Ramsey County, MN:$2,566/mo
Minnesota:$2,945/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Ramsey County, MN:$5,758/mo
Minnesota:$5,527/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Ramsey County, MN:$6,930/mo
Minnesota:$7,592/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Ramsey County, MN, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ramsey County 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 average 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
Ramsey County, MN$2,863/mo$2,724/mo+5.1%
Minnesota$2,936/mo$2,806/mo+4.6%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Ramsey County, MN
2024 average cost:$2,863/mo
2023 average cost:$2,724/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$2,936/mo
2023 average cost:$2,806/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Ramsey County

Recent reviews for independent living in Ramsey 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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Saint Therese of Woodbury

4.5
Cannot think of one negative thing to say about this facility. It is a beautiful property with many amenities. The staff is amazing. Every level of care is given by extremely professional and kind members of St Therese staff. I was a patient for 6weeks and was extremely happy with everything, ...
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Ramsey County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ramsey County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ramsey 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 Ramsey 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 Ramsey County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ramsey County, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.8%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.3%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
14.7%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.9%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.4%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Ramsey 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 Ramsey County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ramsey County, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.2%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.6%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
1.2%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ramsey 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 Ramsey County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ramsey County, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
24.9%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.5%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.8%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.1%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.7%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.6%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.4%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.2%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.3%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
29.2%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
8.3%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.1%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.9%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community, The Lodge at Little Canada and RosePointe I are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ramsey County, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 165 independent living facilities near Ramsey County, Minnesota. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Ramsey County, Minnesota are RidgePointe Senior Living, The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community and Gable Pines. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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