Johanna Shores
3200 Lake Johanna Boulevard, Arden Hills, MN, 55112
3.9
(24 reviews)
"Have had a great experience with my Great aunt and they have been very friendly and have provided great care for her!..."
READ MORENear Minneapolis lies Blaine, a city with a sizable senior population: Of Blaine’s roughly 65,000 residents, 12.0% are 65 years of age or up. Seniors in Blaine have multiple medical facilities to choose from, including the North Memorial Health Clinic – Blaine North campus. Mercy Hospital – Unity Campus, where seniors can access a joint replacement program and advanced stroke services, among other types of medical care, is also nearby.
Blaine’s average nursing home charges $11,285 per month for a semiprivate room, a rate that is significantly higher than the national average of $7,756, according to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey. Compared to other senior care options, nursing homes, in general, have relatively high costs, and in return, they offer features such as 24-hour nurse staffing and various types of therapy. Seniors whose independence levels make assisted living or home health care viable may find those more appropriate and affordable than nursing home care.
The remainder of this guide takes a more detailed look at senior care costs in Blaine, and it lists some helpful senior-focused services and organizations in and around Blaine.
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3200 Lake Johanna Boulevard, Arden Hills, MN, 55112
3.9
(24 reviews)
"Have had a great experience with my Great aunt and they have been very friendly and have provided great care for her!..."
READ MORE5200 Oak Grove Parkway, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443
4.1
(13 reviews)
"This facility is by far the best I have ever witnessed. They really take the time for their residents and make sure everyone that comes in there is open with a welcoming smile. They have a cinema in there and plenty of entertainment for them as well...."
READ MORE5919 CENTERVILLE ROAD, North Oaks, MN, 55127
"My wife is at Waverly Gardens. She is there for long-term care. It is good. It is a nice place. They have lots of activities. The reason why we're leaving is because it is very expensive. We just can't afford that high bill. The staff is very good. H..."
READ MORE1900 Webber Street, White Bear Lake, MN, 55110
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My husband was at The Care Center and Transitional Care at Cerenity White Bear Lake. He was in transitional care for a while after he got out of the hospital. It was very good. The staff was great. They were very caring and they were always prompt wh..."
READ MORE2237 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE, Saint Paul, MN, 55108
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My wife was at St Anthony Park Home for a month. It was a very good facility. She received a lot of professional services there. They were outstanding and well-staffed. Many of their employees had been there a long time. The people in charge of activ..."
READ MORE3002 Fourth Ave., Anoka, MN, 55303
3.4
(19 reviews)
"I've visited The Homestead at Anoka. The staff seemed to be helpful and very knowledgeable from what they showed us at the time. The upkeep was excellent, everything was clean, and it's a newer establishment so it's easier to take care of. I talked t..."
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805 SIXTH AVENUE NORTHWEST, New Brighton, MN, 55112
4.2
(6 reviews)
"The facility is great and friendly. The Administrator/Owner is friendly and approachable. Nursing staff are nice and caring. ..."
READ MORE9899 AVOCET STREET NORTHWEST, Coon Rapids, MN, 55433
4.3
(3 reviews)
"My mom has been in Park River Estates for a couple of years now. We chose this more because of the price. They have all kinds of things going on there for them. She claims she's too busy. There's something going on two or three times a day. The place..."
READ MORE817 Main Street NE , Minneapolis, MN, 55413
3.9
(7 reviews)
"We got my mother placed in Catholic Eldercare on Main. I would recommend it. So far, it has been very nice. Everyone is very helpful and very friendly, and they seem to take a lot of care about what they're doing. They are very, very helpful all the ..."
READ MORE8100 Medicine Lake Road, New Hope, MN, 55427
3.8
(8 reviews)
"My mom is at Good Samaritan Society-Ambassador. The staff there seems very caring. The services are high quality and the food is high quality (which is important to my mom). They have a little atrium that people could sit in, bingo games, and state-f..."
READ MORE8000 Bass Lake Road, Minneapolis, MN, 55428
3.1
(14 reviews)
"My grandmother had a fantastic experience at Saint Therese. The aides were kind and courteous, the nursing staff knowledgeable and patient and the community was so fun for her. She enjoyed every minute...."
READ MORE3700 Foss Road, Minneapolis, MN, 55421
4.0
(3 reviews)
"My mom really likes St Anthony Health Center. I’ve seen the people who work there, and they’re very kind and very good to her. When she pushes her button, someone comes and answers shortly. She has certain dietary needs, so I’ve talked to the dietiti..."
READ MORE5430 Boone Ave N, New Hope, MN, 55428
1.9
(27 reviews)
"My brother recently entered Northridge with some very challenging needs. The level of skill, care and attention received exceeds expectations. While the facility may be a bit dated, it is clean, comfortable and there is a fair bit of activity going..."
READ MORE2727 Victoria Street North, Roseville, MN, 55113
2.4
(20 reviews)
"I had a family member who was in transitional care at The Estates of Roseville. I could have not been happier with the care she received. The home is very focused on person centered care. Residents are treated with respect and dignity. I can’t say en..."
READ MORE2309 Hayes Street Northeast , Minneapolis, MN, 55418
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I liked Bethany Covenant Village although I didn't see all of it. It seemed to be a clean place. It's a nursing home with an assisted-living facility. The staff seemed very nice and pleasant. ..."
READ MORE3427 CENTRAL AVENUE NORTHEAST, Minneapolis, MN, 55418
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The caring staff made all the difference for my mother for the years she was there. The food was good and the room comfortable, quiet, and kept clean. The housekeepers, nurses, aides, social worker, activities persons, and maintenance man all knew h..."
READ MORE520 Osborne Road, Fridley, MN, 55432
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I went to Interlude Restorative Suites for rehabilitation after surgery. It was fine. They took care of me the way I needed to be taken care of. It was fine for the short term stay. I was basically quarantined in my room. It was a nice facility. It w..."
READ MORE11800 XEON BOULEVARD, Coon Rapids, MN, 55448
3.0
(10 reviews)
"My mom was in Camilia Rose Care Center. I was very happy with them. I can't get over how helpful and kind they were; these were my two biggest things. The facility was clean and decorated nicely. You had to wear masks, get your temperature taken, and..."
READ MORE5401 69th Avenue North, Brooklyn Center, MN, 55429
3.2
(6 reviews)
"My mother moved into Maranatha. Theyre attentive, they keep me informed, they call me, and I dont feel I have to go there every day to check up on her. Menu it looks very balanced and good, and you can ask for anything different. My mothers appeti..."
READ MORE5825 Saint Croix Ave N, Golden Valley, MN, 55422
3.0
(6 reviews)
"Our mom was just at Covenant Living Care and Rehab. She received great care and rehab from this facility. She had nice interactions with the staff. She had a nice size room and it was clean. The facility did not smell. She liked the meals. The therap..."
READ MOREIn Blaine, nursing homes charge a median rate of $11,285 per month for semiprivate rooms and $12,167 for private rooms.
For semiprivate rooms, Blaine’s nursing home rates are several thousand dollars higher than the national average of $7,756 per month, and they are also slightly higher than the Minnesota state average of $11,026. Additionally, the cities of Duluth and Rochester offer lower median prices than Blaine: The typical rate in Duluth is $10,437, and in Rochester, it’s $9,730 per month. However, Blaine compares favorably to Mankato, where the median rate is $11,482. Blaine is also less expensive than St. Cloud, which has an average cost of $12,767.
Blaine
$11,285
Minnesota
$11,026
The United States
$7,756
St. Cloud
$12,767
Duluth
$10,437
Rochester
$9,730
Mankato
$11,482
The least expensive option for senior care in Blaine is adult day health care, which has a median monthly cost of $1,863. Assisted living is more expensive, at $4,797, while home care and home health care cost $6,292 and $6,483, respectively. Nursing homes are the costliest setup, charging $11,285 for semiprivate rooms and $12,167 for private rooms on average.
Home care
$6,292
Home health care
$6,483
Adult day health care
$1,863
Assisted living
$4,797
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$11,285
Nursing home (private room)
$12,167
Note: Data for Blaine was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Minneapolis, was used instead.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
The Blaine area has many programs and organizations that help seniors navigate the aging process, several of which are listed below. Some of these make it more viable for older adults to continue living at home if that aligns with their capabilities and preferences. Others assist seniors in long-term care facilities and those considering transitioning to such a setting.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Trellis | (800) 333-2433 | Trellis is the Area Agency on Aging for Blaine’s counties (Anoka and Ramsey). Its Senior LinkAge Line call center provides Medicare information and helps seniors and caregivers find appropriate resources, including financial and legal assistance. The line’s specialists also perform nursing home preadmission screenings for Medicaid-certified facilities. Additionally, the line helps callers set up personal assistance at home. |
Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (651) 431-2555 | The LTC Ombudsman office makes consumer advocates available to residents of long-term care facilities, including nursing homes. The advocates investigate and help resolve complaints. They also provide information regarding long-term care services and residents’ rights, and they have experience in matters related to veterans’ homes. Additional areas of focus include Medicare and long-term care insurance benefits. |
Anoka County Veteran Services | (763) 324-4500 | Seniors with military backgrounds can contact Anoka County Veteran Services for assistance with applying for various local, state and federal benefits. Help for veterans’ dependents is also available. Examples of potential benefits include disability compensation and pensions. (Note: Ramsey County has an equivalent office.) |
Meals on Wheels | (763) 236-8718 | Through Meals on Wheels, lunchtime meal deliveries are available for many Blaine seniors who cannot prepare their own food. Food deliveries are available on a long- or short-term basis. Clients can choose from among different entree options each day. During deliveries, drivers also perform wellness checks. This program is overseen by Impact Services. |
Anoka County Community Action Program | (1-763) 783-4747 | The ACCAP’s offerings include several senior services, such as an information line and a friendly companion program. The organization also helps with utility bills and chores as well as minor home repairs. Income-based sliding scales determine the fees for certain offerings. (A somewhat similar organization exists in Ramsey County.) |