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10505 8TH AVENUE NORTH, Plymouth, MN, 55441
As one of the inner suburbs of Minneapolis, Edina is a vibrant city with a thriving local art community and many restaurants and shops, providing a lively atmosphere for retirees to enjoy cultural experiences and social activities during their golden years. Because of the city's low crime rates, it's also an exceptionally safe place to live. Seniors comprise 22% of Edina's population of 52,437, which is higher than the U.S. average of 16.8%.
Assisted living facilities in Edina cost $5,163 per month on average, making this level of care slightly more expensive than other cities in the state and nation. These facilities provide services such as personal care, medication management and meals to seniors who may have trouble taking care of themselves due to loss of physical function and mobility. The social atmosphere of an assisted living community can also be ideal for isolated individuals because it provides opportunities to make new friends and avoid loneliness.
This guide looks at the cost of assisted living in Edina, comparing expenses with nearby cities. It also discusses some benefits and drawbacks of retiring in Edina and provides free resources to help families learn more about aged care and financial benefits.
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Assisted living facilities in Edina and other cities across the state are licensed by the Health Regulation Division of the Minnesota Department of Health. The department performs inspections and issues compliance notices to ensure licensees follow relevant laws upholding the health and safety of assisted living residents.
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Monthly assisted living expenses average $5,163 in Edina.
Assisted living costs vary by city, with some locations being significantly cheaper. At an average price of $5,163, assisted living is much more expensive in Edina than the state average of $4,508 and the national average of $4,500. Mankato, located south of Edina, costs just $3,135, while St. Cloud to the northwest is $4,100. Duluth, located on the northern side of the state, is closer in price at $5,000.
Edina
$5,163
Minnesota
$4,508
United States
$4,500
Mankato
$3,135
St. Cloud
$4,100
Duluth
$5,000
Assisted living is a relatively affordable type of care, but it may not be ideal for all seniors. Individuals who would rather continue living at home may prefer to engage the services of a home care agency at an average cost of $7,055. Home health care has the same average price while offering access to medical treatments. Adult day care is one of the most affordable services at $2,102, whereas nursing homes are very expensive at $11,708.
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)
$5,163
Note: Data for Edina was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Minneapolis, was used instead.
Depending on a senior’s situation, they might be able to get financial help for services in the Edina area through the Elderly Waiver and the Minnesota Group Residential Housing program.Â
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Minnesota page.
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.
Edina 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 Edina, please visit our Assisted Living in Minnesota page.
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Edina 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 ourAssisted Living in Minnesota page for more information about these laws.
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Anne
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Review of Sunrise of Edina
I had a good tour at Sunrise of Edina. It had nothing to do with the people or the tour, but when we walked in, there was the smell of burnt popcorn. Then when we toured, they didn't seem to know...
Provider response
Hi Anne, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We apologize for the smell of burnt popcorn upon your arrival and any confusion regarding our residents' names. We appreciate...
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Leaf
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Review of Sunrise of Edina
My mother has moved into Sunrise of Edina. It's inexpensive and everything seems to be OK there. There is nothing wrong that we found out. It's reliable so far, but it's only been two weeks. The...
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John
3
Review of Sunrise of Edina
Sunrise of Edina was disappointing. We didn't like it very much. The facilities looked dated and kind of in need of a major refresh. The staff who gave us the tour was excellent. A couple of other...