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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Bemidji, MN for 2024

Bemidji is located in Minnesota’s north country in the midst of beautiful lakes and forests. This small city is home to nearly 16,000 people, and 16.1% of them are seniors aged 65 and older. Residents may appreciate the low cost of living, comfortable summer climate and low health care costs. Furthermore, seniors can rely on Sanford Bemidji Medical Center for their health care needs.

Some seniors may find themselves struggling to maintain their homes and care for their personal needs. Assisted living may be the answer, as it offers help with daily living activities, household tasks and medication management, and it provides daily meals. Seniors can also benefit from the many social and recreational activities these communities schedule. Bemidji’s seniors can expect to pay an average of $3,840 per month for assisted living, a figure well below the national average of $4,500 and the Minnesota state average of $4,508.

Using this guide, seniors and their families can learn more about assisted living in Bemidji, including its costs and ways to pay for care. The guide also offers more information about the city itself along with a list of free and low-cost resources for seniors.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Bemidji

The Minnesota Department of Health oversees the state’s assisted living communities. Each facility must be licensed and regularly inspected to make sure it is offering high-quality care by well-trained staff members in a clean, safe environment. Seniors can use the online health care provider directory to learn more about individual communities.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Bemidji

  • Bemidji offers an overall cost of living that is well below the national average, coming in at 73.6 compared to 100. Minnesota’s average cost of living stands at 97.2. Housing, transportation, utilities and groceries fall below average as well, and this can make it easier for seniors to balance their budgets, especially if they live on a fixed income.
  • Health care costs in Bemidji rank 82.7 on a 100-point scale. This means that Bemidji residents typically pay about 17.3% less for health care than the average U.S. resident. This can be vastly helpful to seniors who have many medical needs.
  • Bemidji is served by Sanford Bemidji Medical Center. This full-service hospital provides primary and emergency care as well as a wide range of specialties, including orthopedic surgery, cardiology and oncology. Seniors can also turn to Sandford for pain management, rehabilitation and robotic surgery.
  • The climate in Bemidji is a mixed bag. Summers are beautiful with July highs reaching about 78 degrees Fahrenheit on average and a summer comfort index score of 9.1 out of 10. Winters, however, are cold and snowy, with January lows dipping below zero and an average of 45 inches of snow per year. Fortunately, seniors who live in assisted living communities have the advantage of accessing most necessary services right on-site, and transportation is usually available when they must go out.
  • Bemidji boasts above-average air and water quality scores. Water quality comes in at 60 compared to a U.S. average of 55, and air quality stands at 69 compared to a national average of 58. This can reduce seniors’ chances of respiratory problems and other illnesses.
  • Crime is a concern in Bemidji. The violent crime rate is 23.0 with the U.S. average at 22.7, but the property crime rate jumps to 95.3 compared to the national average of 35.4. However, assisted living communities are mindful of these statistics and usually offer full security, constant staffing and a 24-hour emergency call system to give residents greater peace of mind.

Paying for Assisted Living in Bemidji

Bemidji’s assisted living communities charge an average of $3,840 per month for their services, but this can vary as seniors select care packages and accommodations that are right for them.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Bemidji's assisted living costs are on the lower end of the spectrum, approximately 17.2% below both the national and state averages. In contrast, other Minnesota cities show significantly higher assisted living costs Prices in St. Cloud and Rochester stand at $4,100 and $4,180, respectively. Costs in Duluth run $1,160 more than those in Bemidji, and Minneapolis’ rates are higher yet at $5,163.

Bemdiji

$3,840

Minnesota

$4,508

United States

$4,500

Duluth

$5,000

St. Cloud

$4,100

Minneapolis

$5,163

Rochester

$4,180

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living is the least expensive senior care option in Bemidji, with monthly rates averaging $3,840. Seniors who want to remain in their own homes may choose home care or home health care, but they can expect to pay an average of $1,850 more per month than in assisted living. Nursing homes cost the most at $11,693 because of their higher level of medical care.

In-Home Care

$5,690

Home Health Care

$5,690

Assisted Living Facility

$3,840

Nursing Home Facility (semi private room)

$11,693

Note: Data for Bemidji was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Fargo, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Bemidji

Bemidji seniors may be eligible to receive financial assistance for assisted living through one of several Medicaid 1915(c) Waiver programs to pay for their care. 

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

Financial Assistance 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 Bemidji

Bemidji and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Bemidji, please visit our Assisted Living in Minnesota page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Bemidji

Bemidji 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.

Laws and Regulations in Minnesota

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