The Best Assisted Living Communities in Anoka County, MN

"The rooms are older and small. The care is moderately good. The biggest complaint is that we purchased new comfortable clothing for him and within a week all but one item we purchased “disappeared” never to be seen again. They also “lost” a sweatshirt that was very dear to him. It is obvious that they randomly distribute clothing to other patients as we often arrived and he was wearing items that were not his own. I would be very wary of this place."

"Abiitan Mill City is my favorite. If I wanted to stay in Minneapolis, I would move there. It is located near the river. The streets are lined with trees. There are lots of good restaurants within walking distance. The Guthrie Theater is within walking distance, too. Great transportation is available, from the light rail to buses. The rooms were beautiful with huge windows. They had lovely common spaces, indoors and outdoors. There were lots of arts in the hallways that I found to be very contemporary. There was a lively feeling about the staff and the residents I met. There were many happy people there."

Cedar Ridge Place, located at 7115 Wayzata Blvd. in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, offers both assisted living and memory care services. The community features a range of apartment layouts, including one-bedroom units of 316 square feet and two-bedroom units up to 724 square feet, allowing residents to choose accommodations that best suit their needs. ​ Residents can enjoy a variety of amenities designed to enhance their daily lives, such as in-room kitchenettes, communal dining with shared meals, and the option for guests to join at mealtime. The community provides housekeeping and linen services, ensuring a comfortable and well-maintained living environment. Engaging activities, including music programs, games, and arts and crafts, are regularly organized to promote social interaction and personal fulfillment. Outdoor spaces like gardens and patios offer serene settings for relaxation and gatherings. ​ Cedar Ridge Place is distinguished by its dedicated staff, available 24 hours a day to assist with personal care needs such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, fostering an atmosphere of dignity and independence. The community's memory care program is tailored for individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, or other memory impairments, providing a safe and nurturing environment with personalized care plans and engaging activities. Conveniently situated in the heart of St. Louis Park, residents have easy access to nearby shopping, dining, parks, and entertainment options. ​

"We toured Suite Living of Brooklyn Park. When you walk in the door, it's very inviting, very hospitable. You felt comfortable. It was pretty. The girl who took us on the tour was very knowledgeable and forthcoming. We were happy with the facility. It was a smaller facility, so I think my mom would get good care. The rooms are nice for her to be in. If I had to choose a place, it would probably be that place. It's very clean and updated."

Our house is located in the heart of the city on a quiet corner, where there are parks for our residents to walk to. Each resident has their own private room, fully furnished, including TV. Laundry is done everyday. The entire home is cleaned daily as well. Meals of choice are prepared for our residents, following any diet restrictions they may have. All meals are prepared and cooked fresh daily. NOTE: We do not allow alcohol, illicit drugs or pork. There is a big TV in our living room area where residents can gather to watch shows and movies, as well as converse and socialize. We provide culturally competent care for all clients. We accept diverse range clients. Safe and Compassionate Home Care Services is an equal opportunity provider.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Minnesota Health Care Provider Directory

"My sister moved to Suite Living of Spring Lake Park. It's very clean, airy, and open. The staff is friendly and nice, and the food is good. However, they don't have enough staff. They have bingo and cards and go out and eat if they want."

"We toured Sunrise of Roseville. There were 45 or 50 people there for assisted living, and everybody was happy. The apartments were very nice, including the one on the ground floor and the back overlooking some parkland and stuff. It has a very nice two-bedroom, and it seemed like a nice size. Everything looks good about it. There's a refrigerator, but no stove because they provide all the meals. They serve three meals a day, and you can get snacks anytime. Breakfast starts at maybe eight, and you can get all day long. They have different menu specials every day, like lunch, maybe noon to one, and then dinner at 5 to 6, but there's also a snack bar where you can pick up popcorn and cookies and other things, and you can pretty much ask for anything, and they'll be happy to give it to you. We had breakfast there and it was great."

"I toured Chapel View Senior Health & Living Senior Living Community. It seemed very nice. The staff was very friendly. I didn't spend a lot of time there, but what I saw, I thought was really good."

"We had my mom ready to go into Cornerstone Assisted Living, but we'd have to put her into memory care there. Having seen other memory cares, it's probably the best one but that's a drastic change, and it's not an environment I would want to put my mother in at this point. It's a very nice community, and the assisted living was beautiful. We toured the assisted area where they have a dining area, a solarium and activities. It was very nice. My mom would have to be sent down into the lower level, which they lock up unless family comes. It's a newer community, but the memory care rooms were pretty small, which my mother doesn't like. They also wouldn't allow pets, and that was a big deal for her too, and that was probably the last straw for her. From what I understand, it's normal for any memory care community."

Epiphany Care Homes – Cardinal Road, located at 3704 Cardinal Road in Minnetonka, Minnesota, offers residential-style assisted living and memory care in a warm, homelike environment on a neighborhood scale. Founded by a registered nurse and designed as an alternative to larger facilities, this community provides 24‑hour care delivered by a high caregiver-to-resident ratio and the support of licensed nursing staff. The home features private and semi-private suites, each equipped with kitchenettes, private bathrooms, climate control, Wi‑Fi, cable, and emergency call systems. Shared spaces include cozy commons, fenced outdoor gardens, and accessible interiors, fostering a sense of community, autonomy, and comfort. Epiphany Care Homes delivers a holistic, resident-centered approach. Customized care plans are tailored to each individual's physical, mental, and psychosocial needs. Services include assistance with daily living, medication management, incontinence care, diabetes and memory-care support, hospice coordination, and licensed nursing staff available 24/7. Wellness and engagement are emphasized through therapy and spa services, spiritual care including daily reflections, memory-enhancing activities, and social/educational programming designed to foster interaction and engagement. The community’s smaller size (about six units) and licensed capacity of seven create a structured yet supportive environment that promotes autonomy and connection. Located in a Minnetonka residential neighborhood, Epiphany Care Homes offers easy access to nearby medical facilities, pharmacies, parks, and community amenities. Families consistently report a warm, compassionate culture centered on resident dignity, personalized attention, and safety — making it feel like a home rather than an institution. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Minnesota Health Care Provider Directory

"I have found Suite Living of Maple Grove for myself. It's five minutes away from my sister. It's nice. It's one level. It only has 12 residents for assisted living and then 12 residents for memory care. They're very nice and really polite there, and I like that about them, and then I can volunteer there too anytime I want. I can do bingo, and if somebody's sick or doesn't wanna do it, I can do that for them. There's painting, coloring, and games, and all this other fun stuff. It's a lot of fun. I'm so excited. They're very caring and nice to me. The staff member who gave the tour was very nice and outgoing and answered all my questions. She was very polite and considerate. The nurse that came over and talked with me said, "You're a good fit," and she was very polite and kind too. The dining area was very beautiful and very clean. The physical appearance of the facility was perfect."

"Havenwood of Maple Grove had more variety of rooms with about a $300 to $400 reduction in price than the other place. It's the best thing for the price so far. The staff provided me with the information I needed, and followed up a week later to ensure I had everything I needed. The dining area looked fine. It's in a nice area of town. It's not really close to commercial stuff. They got the food plan and exercise, and they got all the services I need."

"I toured Southern Oaks Place. I just like the feel of it. I liked the cleanliness and the location, the outside looked so nice and welcoming, and things like that. I saw where they ate, and that looked really nice, where they would be served their food. The staff was very welcoming and upbeat with me. They made me feel very good. The looks when I pulled in on the outside and inside, everything was clean and smelled good."

"Suite Living Memory Care & Assisted Living of Roseville has 25 rooms, so it's much easier. It seemed like a nice place so it's where my wife decided to go to, but then every place has their problems. There were only three people to take care of all the 25 rooms and do cooking because a bunch of people called in sick. The food's kind of a coin flip, sometimes it's good, sometimes it's just not the greatest. They have the people playing Bingo, different kinds of board games, and Yahtzee. Majority of the staff is pretty good, but some of them are questionable. The room my wife is in suits her right now, but they supposedly have bigger rooms there. She has her bed in there, a table by the side of her bed, a chair, a small refrigerator, a love seat, and a decent-sized bathroom."