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10 Best Nursing Homes in Waconia, MN
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Waconia nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Waconia, MN may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Waconia or another care type is right for you. Browse 13 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Waconia.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Cedar - Isles - Dean, Ecco and East Harriet.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Hydes Lake, Bongards and Norwood Young America.
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It took time (2-4 months) to get things dialed in, but all seems to be going well now. Some staff are great and responsive, others not as much. They were going through a major turnover soon after my loved...
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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My experience with the team at New Perspective has been incredible! I own a home care agency in California so I deal with families in crisis all the time. When I found myself having to deal with some very...
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.
Offering: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory CareLocated minutes west of Minneapolis in the lovely lakeside community of Waconia, Minnesota, New Perspective’s senior assisted living community features the beauty and amenities of a fine hotel. Ridgeview Hospital is located across the...
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They offer a variety of daily activities. The community is clean and well taken care of. My brother loves the food. This is a smaller community so it works well for him. I would recommend this community.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
The Harbor was opened in 2006 and has 36 home like assisted living apartments. We offer the freedom of independent living blended with the quality services tailored to meet your every need. We offer spacious studio and one bedroom apartments. Each apartment features a full kitchen, including a...
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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.
Welcome!Situated on the western shores of the lake in Spring Park, Lake Minnetonka Shores has become known not only for its stunning park and lakeshore, but also for its extensive housing and service choices. For a setting that offers freedom combined with the comfort of knowing supportive...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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I'am pleased with all this community has done for us. My father is doing pretty well here. The community looks nice, they do a good job with making sure everything is well maintained and tidy. The staff is...
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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.
Westwood Place is an Assisted Living Residence. It is for elderly people who take care of their own needs, but have difficulty performing daily tasks. It provides companionship with other elderly persons and daily activities to keep both the mind and body active while still encouraging...
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The community is small but very personable. I feel because it's small the service and care are more ones on one. I would recommend this community to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Nagel Assisted Living & Memory Care, founded in 2015, is an exciting new addition to the city of Waconia, MN. Housed in the former Nagel Hospital opened in 1940, our community has been designed with an eye toward keeping the charm of this historic site while freshly renovating the entire...
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Mom has only been at Hidden Creek for a month and she is adjusting nicely. I believe a big part of her happiness is the attentive and caring staff. They staff is quick to call if there is an issue that...
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 a tree lined residential neighborhood in Chaska, MN, Hidden Creek Assisted Living offers peaceful retirement living. Known for our warm, personal touch, we provide assisted living services in a comfortable home environment. We endeavor to preserve our resident's privacy while allowing...
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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.
The Assisted Living Memory Care Specialists With four locations in Burnsville, Minnetonka, Shakopee and Victoria, Minnesota, Emerald Crest by Augustana Care memory care communities are truly inspired by our residents and families. With a deep knowledge of memory care, we offer a specialized...
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 nursing homes in Waconia, MN
The average cost of senior living in Waconia is $3,961 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Plato, MN with an average of $3,750 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Waconia, MN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Waconia, MN vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Waconia
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Waconia
The Glenn Hopkins
3.6
They are friendly and helpful.
I don't know about the food, even the basics seem like very poor execution. No flavor and overly salty, it even looks unappetizing. The activities never seem to change, just adding a little variety would be nice so that it appeals to a broader audience such as ...
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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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The Residence at North Ridge in New Hope, MN
5.0
Mom has made lots of friends and stuff, but she really doesn't want to be there.
She is keeping busy so that is good for our family.
The place is very nice and the staff is wonderful.
Sometimes there are some aides that don't get along with her or she doesn't really care for them but all for ...
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Waconia nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waconia nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waconia, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Waconia nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Waconia that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
70%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
80%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Waconia nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Waconia Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waconia nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Waconia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waconia, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Waconia nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Waconia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
30%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waconia nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Waconia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Waters on 50th, The Glenn Hopkins and Rose Arbor and Wildflower Lodge are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Waconia, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
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