Haralson Apartments
15420 Founders Lane, Apple Valley, MN, 55124
Assisted living is best suited to seniors who require some assistance with the tasks of daily living such as bathing, grooming and meal preparation. These communities offer 24/7 caregiving services and daily activities to keep residents socially and physically active. The average senior in Bloomington pays $5,163 per month for assisted living services. This is significantly more than the Minnesota state average of $4,508 and the national average of $4,500.
This guide discusses the costs of assisted living in Bloomington and nearby cities as well as the costs of alternative care options. In addition, it lists resources in the city and the pros and cons of living in Bloomington.
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The Assisted Living Licensure section within the Minnesota Department of Health oversees and monitors the licensing and running of assisted living communities in Bloomington and across Minnesota. The section ensures that all facilities obey regulations and provide the care required by each resident.Â
The average senior in Bloomington pays $5,163 per month for assisted living. The exact fee charged by each facility will differ depending on the location and amenities provided.
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Bloomington is much higher than the Minnesota state average of $4,508 and the national median of $4,500. Seniors looking for more affordable assisted living fees may consider Mankato, which is the cheapest option in the state at $3,135 per month. Seniors in Rochester and St. Cloud pay around $1,000 less per month than those in Bloomington. In the northern city of Duluth, seniors pay a similar amount to those in Bloomington at $5,000 per month.
Bloomington
$5,163
Minnesota
$4,508
United States
$4,500
Mankato
$3,135
Rochester
$4,180
St. Cloud
$4,100
Duluth
$5,000
Seniors residing in Bloomington pay around $5,163 per month for assisted living care. Those wishing to remain in their own homes will pay almost $2,000 more each month for home care services. At the upper end of the cost scale, skilled nursing care costs an average of $11,708, or over $6,000 more than assisted living services. Adult day health care is the cheapest option at $2,102 per month.Â
In-Home Care
$7,055
Home Health Care
$7,055
Adult Day Health Care
$2,102
Assisted Living Facility
$5,163
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,708
Note: Data for Bloomington was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Minneapolis, was used instead.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Minnesota page.
Seniors in Bloomington have access to a number of free resources and programs aimed at the needs of older adults. These programs provide activities or information that may be of interest to seniors and their family members.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Creekside Community Center | (952) 563-4944 | The Creekside Community Center is run by the City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department. It provides activities and programs for seniors aged 50 and over. The center hosts the AARP Smart Driver program. Additional activities include fitness and computer classes, arts and crafts and card games. |
Central Minnesota Council on Aging | (320) 253-9349 | The Central Minnesota Council on Aging advocates for and supports older adults in the community. It runs educational programs to help seniors manage their health and wellness. The Linkage line is a toll-free phone number that links seniors or their loved ones with the services they need. |
Minnesota Office of the Ombudsman for Long-term Care | (800) 657-3591 | This independent agency supports the interests and needs of seniors in long-term care facilities. Officers visit long-term care facilities to educate them on seniors' rights. In addition, they advocate on behalf of residents and settle any grievances they have with long-term care communities. |
Bloomington Elder Law Legal Aid | (507) 377-2831 | This is a group of lawyers who volunteer to provide free civil legal services to seniors in the area. Services include estate planning, elder law and public benefits. |
Bloomington 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.
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