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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Little Canada, MN for 2024

Little Canada is a small Minnesota city that’s just 5 minutes north of the bustling Minneapolis/St. Paul area. According to U.S. Census data, 10,819 people live in Little Canada, and approximately 16.6% of them are considered senior citizens. Residents of this city have access to excellent health care from multiple top-flight hospitals, and older adults also benefit from state government initiatives aimed specifically at improving seniors’ quality of life.

Seniors who don’t need significant medical support but are nonetheless ready to move out of an independent living environment may find life in an assisted living community is best suited to their needs. Genworth Financial reports that the average monthly cost of assisted living in the Little Canada area is $5,163, which is notably more expensive than state and national average prices for such care.

This guide explores some of the benefits and drawbacks of choosing assisted living in Little Canada. In addition to a comparison of average costs throughout the state, it also contains a list of convenient government and nonprofit resources designed to support older adults in the Twin Cities area.

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What To Consider About Assisted Living in Little Canada

Minnesota’s assisted living facilities are overseen by Assisted Living Licensure, a part of the Health Regulation Division of the Minnesota Department of Health. In addition to its licensing responsibilities, ALL handles on-site inspections and enforcement of related state policies. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Little Canada

  • Little Canada is a somewhat more expensive place to live than the average U.S. city. The sales tax rate of 7.9% is only slightly higher than the U.S. average of 7.3%, but there’s a significant difference when it comes to income taxes: Little Canada’s income tax rate is 7.1%, while the national average is 4.6%. Overall, the cost of living in Little Canada is 5.7% higher than elsewhere in the nation, although it’s worth noting that the cost of health care specifically is 21% lower than the national average.
  • Residents of Little Canada have exceptional choices in health care, as four of the state’s top 10 hospitals are located in the Twin Cities: Minneapolis is home to Abbott Northwestern Hospital and M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center, while St. Paul hosts United Hospital and Regions Hospital. According to U.S. News & World Report, Abbott Northwestern is ranked as one of the top 50 hospitals in the entire nation for cardiology and one of the top 40 for neurology.
  • Like most places in Minnesota, Little Canada gets very chilly in the winter. Highs rarely get out of the mid-20s from December to February, with evening and nighttime temperatures regularly dropping to single digits or below zero. The city sees plenty of snow, with 53 inches per year against a national average of 28. That said, seniors who don’t mind harsh winters are rewarded with pleasantly mild summers; average high temperatures range from the mid-70s to the low 80s from May to September.
  • Both violent crime and property crime are lower than usual in this city. Elsewhere in the nation, the average property crime rate is 35.4 on a 100-point scale; in Little Canada, it’s 29.8. The violent crime rate looks even better when compared to national trends; the U.S. average is 22.7/100, but in Little Canada, it’s just 10/100.
  • In 2022, Minnesota became the 10th state to join AARP’s Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. This partnership helps states improve quality of life for their seniors through pillars that include community support, social inclusion, civic participation and more. 

Paying for Assisted Living in Little Canada

In Little Canada, the monthly cost of assisted living is $5,163, which is roughly $650 more expensive than state and national averages. The Minnesota average for such care is $4,508, just a few dollars more than the U.S. average of $4,500.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Little Canada’s proximity to Minnesota’s major cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul puts it in the most expensive part of the state for assisted living. Prices are much lower in Mankato at $3,135 a month. In St. Cloud, seniors pay $4,100 a month, while Rochester residents see a similar price of $4,180 a month. Duluth, at $5,000 a month, is closer to Little Canada’s price point.

Little Canada

$5,163

Minnesota

$4,508

United States

$4,500

Duluth

$5,000

St. Cloud

$4,100

Mankato

$3,135

Rochester

$4,180

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Nursing home care in Little Canada is over twice as expensive as assisted living; a semiprivate room costs $11,708 a month. Seniors who wish to receive care while living independently can find in-home or home health care services for $7,055 a month. Adult day health care is considerably cheaper than all other options at $2,102 a month.

In-Home Care

$7,055

Home Health Aide

$7,055

Adult Day Health Care

$2,102

Assisted Living Facility

$5,163

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$11,708

Note: Care cost data for Little Canada was not available, so data for the closest city, Minneapolis, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Little Canada

Several programs may help Little Canada seniors pay for assisted living facilities. Minnesota’s Medicaid plan offers an Elderly Waiver program that may cover various types of residential care, including assisted living. Minnesota also provides an optional state supplement to SSI recipients who live in assisted living communities.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Minnesota page.

Paying for Assisted Living Facilities in Minnesota

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Minnesota page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Little Canada

Seniors in Little Canada can enjoy access to extensive community support. The organizations in the following chart offer seniors educational opportunities, legal aid, transportation options and social events.

ResourceContactService
Ramsey County Library(651) 724-6006This public library holds a number of free events catering to older adults, including a weekly sewing guild, regular technology seminars that can help seniors learn about mobile devices and operating systems and roundtable discussions led by local professors and subject matter experts.
Roseville Area Senior Program(651) 604-3520Open to adults aged 50 and up, the RASP helps Minnesota's older population by providing access to social activities such as cards and Scrabble, educational programs that encourage lifelong learning and special events such as dances and musical performances. The RASP also runs a curb-to-curb transportation service that can help seniors get to RASP events.
Ombudsman for Long-Term Care(800) 657-3591Ombudsmen work as advocates for the residents of long-term care facilities, helping ensure assisted living communities, nursing homes and the like provide a satisfactory quality of service. While they're not directly responsible for regulating such communities, ombudsmen can investigate and work to resolve complaints about care, involuntary discharges and similar issues.
Little Canada Adult Education Classes(651) 766-4042The monthly seminars offered by this local government initiative include a gardening series that goes in-depth on composting, food saving and battling pests. These classes are run in conjunction with the University of Minnesota; new topics are regularly added.
Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid(612) 334-5970This nonprofit legal firm serves Minnesota adults 60 and up with free legal aid for civil issues that include but are not limited to elder abuse, tax problems, evictions and debt collection. The firm doesn't offer support for cases in the criminal system, though.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Little Canada

Little Canada Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Minnesota are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Minnesota page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Minnesota

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