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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Whalan, MN
If you’re looking for independent living in the Whalan 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 Whalan. 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 97 independent living facilities in Whalan, 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 Eyota, Caledonia and Harmony.
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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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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
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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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Cost of independent living in Whalan, MN
The average cost of senior living in Whalan is $3,810 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Caledonia, MN with an average of $3,644 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Whalan, MN vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Whalan
Recent reviews for independent living in Whalan
Harmony Place
4.7
It's a pretty good place. Ifel like, we got our moneys worth. My loved one is in the memory care unit, and they went from six to ten residents, which is still a pretty small group. They do a pretty good job, for what they have to deal with, especially since it's dementia patients. I am very ...
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Caretta Senior Living Holmen
5.0
When we came in, we were impressed by the appearance. It was welcoming and very appealing. The staff was very welcome benefit. They were at first, and still are very approachable and friendly. Our needs are met and, as I like to tell others, we are spoiled Rotten- What a blessing.
AVIVA River Bend in Rochester, MN
3.9
We liked the lay out of the apartments. Easy for handicap to get around. It is owned by an investment firm. Suck seniors dry. Staff very friendly and trying to do their best. You can always get a hamburger, which is good, if you don't like what they serve. It's an example of rich getting richer ...
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Whalan independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whalan independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whalan, 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 Whalan 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 Whalan partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whalan, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.6%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Whalan 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 Whalan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whalan, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
10.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.6%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whalan 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 Whalan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whalan, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
12.8%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
17.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
19.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.1%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
17.9%
46.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Benedictine Living Community La Crosse, Traditions of Preston and Caretta Senior Living Holmen are the top-rated independent living facilities near Whalan, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 97 independent living facilities near Whalan, Minnesota. See the full list.
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