The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Detroit Lakes, MN for 2023

Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Detroit Lakes, MN

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Ecumen Detroit Lakes

Provides: Assisted Living
1415 Madison Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
"At Ecumen Detroit Lakes, we help you feel confident about the future, whether you’re looking for a great place to live, help with daily activities or medically complex care. Here, in a welcoming..." More

Lincoln Park Assisted Living

Provides: Assisted Living
208 Oak Street, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
"Was very friendly and warm " More

Golden Manor Memory Care Unit

Provides: Assisted Living
1159 GARNET BOULEVARD, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Lincoln Park Senior Apartments

Provides: Assisted Living
207 Park Street, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Park Manor Estates

Provides: Assisted Living
1035 ROOSEVELT AVENUE, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Essentia Health-Winchester Senior Apa...

Provides: Assisted Living
1051 Washington Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Diamond Willow Assisted Living Detroi...

Provides: Assisted Living
1564 Randolph Road-Soo Line St, Detroit Lakes, ...

Diamond Willow Detroit Lakes

Provides: Assisted Living
1558 Randolph Road Detroit Lakes, Detroit Lakes...

Frazee Care Center

Provides: Assisted Living
219 West Maple Avenue, Po Box 96, Frazee, MN 56544
"I rated this facility five stars because it was an excellent place. The nursing staff was very friendly and helpful, always at your side and checking up on the resident so make sure they were okay...." More

Vergas Assisted Living

Provides: Assisted Living
405 EAST FRAZEE AVENUE, Vergas, MN 56587

    What to Consider About Assisted Living in Detroit Lakes

    Detroit Lakes is a historic town that began development as part of the Northern Pacific Railroad in 1871, and it's now a suburb of Detroit.  Seniors living here can select from 20 assisted living facilities (ALFs), 10 in Detroit Lakes, and 10 in located nearby communities. ALFs provide assistance with bathing, eating, grooming, medication reminders and general care. In Detroit Lakes, as in all of Minnesota, assisted living facilities are regulated by the Minnesota Department of Health.

    Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Detroit Lakes

    • The air quality in Detroit Lakes received an excellent Ozone rating of A and a Particle Pollution 24-hour score of B from the American Lung Association. This is good news for seniors with a respiratory illness or sensitive lungs.

    • The Detroit Lakes area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Essentia Health St. Mary's-Detroit Lakes, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

    • There are many attractions and things to do in the scenic Detroit Lakes. Seniors in the area might enjoy the annual Pow Wow, the Historic Holmes Theatre, Shakespeare in the Park or bird watching.

    • The cost of living in Detroit Lakes is 0.7 percent higher than U. S. average, quite low compared to the rest of the state which is 3.5 percent higher. Detroit Lakes seniors on a budget may find this area helps them save.

    • Seniors and their loved ones should know that crime in Detroit Lakes is higher than the national average. Violent crime is 35.2 out of 100 (1 being safest) compared to the U. S. average of 31.1. Property crime is even higher at 59.2 compared to the nation's 38.1 average.

    • The harsh winter temperatures in Detroit Lakes may make it difficult for some seniors to stay active and healthy throughout the year. The 45-inch annual snowfall could affect seniors with limited mobility, and the January low of -1 degree might bother seniors with respiratory conditions or those sensitive to the cold.


    Paying for Assisted Living in Detroit Lakes

    Average Monthly Costs

    Cities in Minnesota

    $4,000.00 US
    $2,435.00 Detroit Lakes
    $979.00 Wadena

    Assisted Living costs in Detroit Lakes start around $2,435 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

    It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Detroit Lakes and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

    Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Detroit Lakes

    Citizens of Detroit Lakes have many options for financial assistance as Minnesota residence. Medical Assistance (MA), Minnesota's Medicaid plan offers coverage to qualified seniors in addition to Medicaid waivers for those who are eligible. 

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

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    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 Detroit Lakes

    Detroit Lakes 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 Detroit Lakes, please visit our Assisted Living in Minnesota page.


    Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Detroit Lakes

    Detroit Lakes-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.

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    Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Detroit Lakes

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