Caring.com
Caring.com

(800) 558-0653

The 5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Fergus Falls, MN for 2024

Fergus Falls is a vibrant community widely recognized for its dynamic arts and culture scene. It’s home to the historic Orpheum Theater, which hosts live entertainment throughout the year, and it provides easy access via major roadways such as I-94 and U.S. Highway 59. A major hospital is located within the city limits, providing high-quality emergency, primary and specialty care, and an easy-to-use public transportation system makes the area simple to navigate independently without a private vehicle. The city’s low cost of living also makes it an attractive option for older adults, a demographic that accounts for a quarter of its 14,000 residents.

For many older adults in Fergus Falls, assisted living provides a balance between necessary care services and independence. Residents enjoy personalized care plans, daily meals and social and recreational programming, and they’re free to come and go as they please. Some communities are pet-friendly and have additional amenities such as libraries, game rooms and fitness centers. The Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey discloses that seniors in this city pay $4,623 per month for care, which is high compared to state and national rates.

This guide provides more in-depth information on the region’s benefits and drawbacks and how they affect those in assisted living. It also highlights senior care costs and features resources for local seniors and families.  

What you can do with Caring

  • Search the Caring database

    Quickly search the largest online senior living and senior care directory

  • Read reviews and expert guidance

    Read our authentic consumer reviews and content by experts

  • Speak to a Family Advisor for free

    Guided, expert advice to find the best community or agency for you

  • Take a tour to decide yourself

    We’ll help you book tours or get in touch with local agencies

Assisted Living Facilities in Fergus Falls, Minnesota

6 Results


Pool / Hot TubVeterans Benefits

Filters

6 Results

Sort By

Didn't find what you were looking for?

Caring's Family Advisors are here to help you with questions about senior living and care options.

Call us at (855) 948-3865

What to Consider About Assisted Living in Fergus Falls

The Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division, licenses and regulates assisted living facilities in Fergus Falls and the rest of the state. It conducts on-site inspections and surveys to ensure compliance with rules related to care planning, staffing and resident activities, and it provides up-to-date information regarding assisted living regulations. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Fergus Falls

  • The Otter Express is operated by P.A.I., a nonprofit organization, and it provides public transportation services throughout Fergus Falls and nearby cities. The service is available on weekdays, and seniors can schedule rides up to two weeks in advance by calling the office. Door-to-door service and assistance with packages is available.  
  • Fergus Falls is home to Lake Region Healthcare, a hospital that’s consistently ranked among the best rural hospitals in the nation and among the top hospitals in Minnesota. There are about 100 fewer doctors per capita in Fergus Falls than in the typical U.S. city, which may impact wait times to see care providers. However, health care is very affordable in this city, with services costing about 15% less than in the nation as a whole, providing cost savings for older adults managing health conditions. 
  • Fergus Falls is a very affordable place to live, making it a good option for seniors with restrictive retirement budgets. Overall, living expenses are about 25% lower here than in the United States as a whole, which may correlate with competitively priced assisted living services.  
  • Property crime is more common in Fergus Falls than in the typical U.S. city, rating 52.7 on a 100-point crime index compared to the national rate of 35.4. Violent crime is considerably less common, however, scoring about 10 points below the national rate at 12.8. This may appeal to older adults seeking a safe community for retirement.  
  • Minnesota is among the few states that tax Social Security benefits along with all other types of retirement income, and sales taxes are relatively high compared to other states. Older adults with fixed incomes may have more control over monthly expenses by opting for assisted living.   

Paying for Assisted Living in Fergus Falls

Seniors in Fergus Falls pay $4,623 per month for assisted living, making it a relatively pricey city for this type of care. Nationwide, assisted living facilities charge $4,300 for services, and in Minnesota, monthly care costs average slightly lower at $4,283.  

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

At $4,623 monthly, Fergus Falls is among the costlier cities in Minnesota for assisted living. Even so, it’s an affordable alternative to the Minneapolis area, where rates come in at $4,797 monthly and Mankato, where fees average $4,968. In Rochester, rates are considerably more competitive at $3,105. In St. Cloud, monthly assisted living costs are nearly $2,000 lower than in Fergus Falls at $2,723.  

Fergus Falls

$4,623

Minnesota

$4,283

The United States

$4,300

Minneapolis Area

$4,797

Mankato

$4,968

Rochester

$3,105

St. Cloud

$2,723

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

While assisted living rates in Fergus Falls are relatively costly at $4,623, this is among the more affordable care types within the community. Seniors who want to save money may opt to live at home and attend adult day health care, which costs $1,040 per month. Home-based care is pricier than assisted living, with agencies charging $5,148 for homemaker services and $5,240 for home health aide services. Like assisted living facilities, nursing homes provide residential care, but they offer a higher degree of care and have higher monthly rates of $10,942 for semiprivate rooms and $11,110 for private rooms.  

Homemaker Services

$5,148

Home Health Aide

$5,240

Adult Day Health Care

$1,040

Assisted Living Facility

$4,623

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$10,942

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$11,110

Note: Care cost data for Fergus Falls was not available, so data for the closest city, Fargo, ND, was used instead. 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Fergus Falls

Seniors opting for housing with services (HWS) establishments with assisted living status in Hibbing may qualify for the Elderly Waiver (EW) for those who are eligible for medical assistance or the Alternative Care (AC) Program of Minnesota’s Department of Health.

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

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living 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 Fergus Falls

Seniors in Fergus Falls can get support and guidance from various local and statewide programs and agencies. The following resource table includes information and referral specialists, benefits counselors and legal professionals who help older adults navigate their long-term care options and identify ways to pay for assisted living. 

ResourceContactService
Fergus Falls Senior Citizens Program, Inc.(218) 736-6842The Fergus Falls Senior Citizens Program is a local nonprofit organization that serves area residents aged 55 and over. At the center, members participate in congregate meals, diverse age-friendly exercise programs and games. The center also hosts monthly foot care clinics and movie afternoons, and it has a computer lab open daily.
Dancing Sky Area Agency on Aging(800) 333-2433Dancing Sky Area Agency on Aging offers programs to those aged 60 and over through its Senior Linkage Line, which older adults can call for information and referrals for nutrition services, transportation and options counseling. The agency also provides health insurance options counseling to Medicare beneficiaries.
Veterans Service(218) 998-8000The county’s Veterans Service office connects older veterans with benefits that can help pay for assisted living, including pension benefits and Aid and Attendance. It can also help veterans obtain community-based services such as transportation, social and recreational activities and financial planning.
Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota(800) 450-8585Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota provides free legal advice, assistance and representation to those aged 60 and over in Fergus Falls. It also helps seniors obtain public benefits such as Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income.
Office of Ombudsman for Long-Term Care(800) 657-3591The long-term care ombudsman can help older adults living in assisted living facilities and veterans’ homes obtain the quality and level of care they deserve. Seniors can speak to their local ombudsman about financial assistance options, as well as concerns related to care planning or substandard care.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fergus Falls


Fergus Falls-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Minnesota are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Minnesota page for more information about these laws.  

Resource 

Contact 

Service 

Fergus Falls Senior Citizens Program, Inc. 

(218) 736-6842 

The Fergus Falls Senior Citizens Program is a local nonprofit organization that serves area residents aged 55 and over. At the center, members participate in congregate meals, diverse age-friendly exercise programs and games. The center also hosts monthly foot care clinics and movie afternoons, and it has a computer lab open daily.

Dancing Sky Area Agency on Aging 

(800) 333-2433 

Dancing Sky Area Agency on Aging offers programs to those aged 60 and over through its Senior Linkage Line, which older adults can call for information and referrals for nutrition services, transportation and options counseling. The agency also provides health insurance options counseling to Medicare beneficiaries.

Veterans Service 

(218) 998-8000 

The county’s Veterans Service office connects older veterans with benefits that can help pay for assisted living, including pension benefits and Aid and Attendance. It can also help veterans obtain community-based services such as transportation, social and recreational activities and financial planning.

Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota 

(800) 450-8585 

Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota provides free legal advice, assistance and representation to those aged 60 and over in Fergus Falls. It also helps seniors obtain public benefits such as Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income.

Office of Ombudsman for Long-Term Care 

(800) 657-3591 

The long-term care ombudsman can help older adults living in assisted living facilities and veterans’ homes obtain the quality and level of care they deserve. Seniors can speak to their local ombudsman about financial assistance options, as well as concerns related to care planning or substandard care. 

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Minnesota

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Assisted Living

drummer1

I am a friend or relative of resident

Review of The Mill Street Residence

We used Mill Street for temporary stay, about 12 days (respite), and it was great, Mom loved it.

Read more

Helpful Articles

Assisted Living near Fergus Falls, MN

Pelican RapidsHenningPerhamDetroit LakesRosholtAlexandria

Other Options in Fergus Falls, MN

Business Owners

Caring.com

Caring.com is a leading online destination for caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones. We offer thousands of original articles, helpful tools, advice from more than 50 leading experts, a community of caregivers, and a comprehensive directory of caregiving services.

 

The material on this site is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for legal, financial, professional, or medical advice or diagnosis or treatment. By using our website, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Caring.com

Caring.com is a leading online destination for caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones. We offer thousands of original articles, helpful tools, advice from more than 50 leading experts, a community of caregivers, and a comprehensive directory of caregiving services.

 

The material on this site is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for legal, financial, professional, or medical advice or diagnosis or treatment. By using our website, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Our Services

  • Senior Living Directory

  • Senior Care Directory

  • Caregiving Resources

  • Sitemap

  • Terms of Use

  • Privacy Policy


© 2024 Caring, LLC. All rights reserved.