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Assisted Living in Minnesota

Seniors who appreciate cultural diversity, opportunities for outdoor recreation throughout four distinct seasons and access to affordable, quality health care may find that Minnesota is the perfect place to retire. Currently, adults aged 65 and older make up 15.9% of the state’s population of approximately 5.6 million people. According to projections from the Minnesota State Demographic Center, the Land of 10,000 Lakes is expected to experience rapid growth in this segment of the population in the near future, with an increase of over half a million seniors by 2035.

Current data from the Kaiser Family Foundation shows that about 70% of Americans aged 65 and older require long-term services and supports. When comparing assisted living costs against the national median of $4,051, Minnesota’s average of $3,800 per month can make the state an even more attractive option for seniors seeking this type of long-term care.

This guide provides cost data for assisted living across Minnesota, comparisons with the cost of other senior care options and a look at what seniors pay for this type of care in surrounding states. It also offers information about available financial assistance, free and low-cost resources and state rules and regulations for assisted living.

 

SeniorAdvice’s Guide to Assisted Living in Minnesota

The SeniorScore is a livability index that uses more than 100 variables to assess an area’s general quality of life, recreation and leisure opportunities, health and safety amenities and economic factors, as they relate to older adults. Minnesota received a score of 72, which puts it right on par with the national average.

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Minnesota received its highest score of 67 for Health & Safety, thanks to ease of access to Medicare-registered health care providers and the numerous senior living facilities and home health care providers within the state. Additionally, life expectancy for Minnesotans exceeds the national average by 2.5 years. Metrics that negatively affect this score are the state’s average number of hospitals and higher-than-average crime rates.

The plentiful statewide recreation and leisure opportunities account for the score of 64 earned in this category. Minnesota has a high number of municipal parks for seniors to enjoy, as well as 467 golf courses. The 1,947 churches in the state offer a wide range of choices for those who wish to practice their faith. Minnesota also garnered a 64 for its general quality of life, due in part to its average high and low temperatures and rainfall. The state’s population density is just 487 people per square mile, and it ranked highly for high school safety and graduation rates.

Various economic factors influence Minnesota’s lowest score of 61 for finances. Property, income and sales tax rates are higher than the nationwide averages, but household and per capita income levels are as well. Other metrics that benefit seniors are the state’s lower annual costs for assisted living and relatively affordable health care compared to U.S. averages.

 

 

Maplewood Care Center
1900 Sherren Ave, Maplewood, MN 55109

 

Langton Place
1910 West County Road D, Roseville, MN 55112

 

Shirley Chapman Sholom Home East
740 Kay Ave, St Paul, MN 55102

 

North Ridge Health and Rehab
5430 Boone Ave N, New Hope, Mn 55428

 

St. Lucas Healthcare Community
500 SE 1st Street, Faribault, MN 55201

 

St. Therese Southwest
1011 Feltl Court, Hopkins, MN 55343

 

St. Mark’s Living
400 15th Ave SW, Austin, MN 55912

 

Graham Place Senior Apartments
1920 Graham Ave, St Paul, MN 55116

 

The Colony at Eden Prairie
431 Prairie Center Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344

 

St. Gertrude’s Health and Rehab Center
1850 Sarazin St, Shakopee, MN 55379

Bethel Healthcare Community
420 Marshall Ave, St Paul, MN 55102

 

Ecumen North Branch
5379 -383rd St, North Branch, MN 55056

 

Walker Methodist Health Center
3737 Bryant Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55409

 

LB Homes
824 South Sheridan, Fergus Falls, MN 56537

 

St Anthony Health Center
3700 Foss Road NE, St Anthony, MN 55421

 

Clarkfield Care Center
805 5th St, Clarkfield, MN 56223

 

Folkestone
100 Promenade Ave, Wayzata, MN 55391

 

Ostrander Care and Rehab
305 Minnesota St, Ostrander, MN 55961

 

Thorne Crest Retirement Community
1201 Garfield Ave, Albert Lea, MN 56007

 

Boutwells Landing Care Center – The Gables
13575 58th St, Oak Park Heights, MN 55082