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13439 185TH LANE NW, Elk River, MN 55330
4.8
(7 reviews)
"I toured Guardian Angels By the Lake. There were no big rooms, so I think that would put my wife off. There were a lot of little niches, maybe 3 or 4 chairs along the hallways. There were nice, intimate spots where they could chat together without be..."
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11124 183rd Circle NW, Elk River, MN 55330
2.7
(4 reviews)
"Elk River Senior Living was very nice. They were very friendly, it was a beautiful place, but cost was an issue for us. It was brand new. We would have been the first people moving in. It's gorgeous, but my mother-in-law felt like the bedroom was sma..."
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7115 Wayzata Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55426
4.0
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.
$1,700
8000 Bass Lake Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55428
3.0
Woodlake at New Hope provides a seamless continuum of care tailored to meet your needs at every stage of life. From independent and assisted living apartments to advanced care options, we offer the perfect blend of comfort and support. Our Woodlake Residences feature independent and assisted living with flexible levels of care, accommodating both private pay options and Medicaid Elderly Waiver. For those requiring advanced care, Woodlake Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center offers specialized services, including short-term rehabilitation for recovery and long-term care for those seeking a permanent home. Discover compassionate care and a community that feels like home at Woodlake at New Hope. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Minnesota Health Care Provider Directory
$1,736
14209 Inca St. NW, Andover, MN 55304
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My mother has moved into Personal Care Senior Living of Andover. I like that it was smaller. I think there are 30 residents there. It was clean and brand new. The sales pitch on all the other places we saw was about aesthetics, but we felt like my mo..."
$3,750
150 Division Street East, Buffalo, MN 55313
4.8
(7 reviews)
"I moved into Havenwood about 3 weeks ago and I could not be more impressed with the facility and the very friendly and helpful staff. The food has been very good with a nice selection for each meal. Also the current residents are very accepting of ..."
$2,995
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14401 Nowthen Blvd NW, Ramsey, MN 55303
4.8
(6 reviews)
"I chose Stoney River Assisted Living & Memory Care for my wife. They do both assisted living and memory care, and I just took a general tour of the building. They showed me a typical room. The place was very nice. It was quiet and everything looked c..."
$3,500
5800 St. Croix Avenue North, Golden Valley, MN 55422
4.7
(4 reviews)
"Covenant Living of Golden Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care is an amazing place because across the street sort of on the same campus, they have the skilled nursing care and the nursing homes. So if somebody needs assisted living, memory care, an..."
$5,848
6001 Earle Brown Drive, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
4.7
(7 reviews)
"I love it here at Ecumen Prairie Lodge. I feel safe and sound. The food is great. They are all pretty fantastic people. They are fun to be with and I love them. I don't want to be anywhere else. The place is simple. We have coffee here any time you w..."
$2,585
18695 73rd Ave , Maple Grove, MN 55311
4.5
(5 reviews)
"Havenwood of Maple Grove seemed very nice. They didn't have the unit that I wanted available. So, I kind of didn't go back there. The rooms were nice. There were some things that I didn't like. There weren't many closets. I didn't meet very many peop..."
$2,745
10669 Ulysses St NE, Blaine, MN 55434
4.5
(4 reviews)
"We chose Southern Oaks Place for our parents because it's a smaller community, which makes it easier for my dad to walk to dinners or to get meals. The other ones were huge. He has a little bit of a problem walking, so this is more intimate. It's ver..."
$1,800
605 Minnetonka Mills Rd, Hopkins, MN 55343
4.5
(4 reviews)
"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...."
$1,586
3610 Phillips Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55426
4.4
(10 reviews)
"Rooms vary from studio to 2 bedrooms. They are nice. There are some newly renovated rooms too. The staff at Roitenberg are wonderful. There are a variety of activities and outings. The aides are very warm and caring. There are nurses available...."
$3,400
18605 Old Excelsior Blvd., Minnetonka, MN 55345
4.2
(20 reviews)
"My mother lived in the memory care unit at Sunrise of Minnetonka from 2016 until she passed away in 2023. The staff gave her absolutely wonderful care that entire time. My mother had dementia, but also another diagnosis that made placement difficul..."
$5,168
16500 92nd Avenue North, Maple Grove, MN 55311
4.0
(42 reviews)
"I toured Rose Arbor & Wildflower Lodge. The facility is clean. The people are friendly. The price is very inexpensive. They have got a lot of amenities that they can do. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. I like their setup for the bedroo..."
$3,990
4950 Olson Memorial Highway, Golden Valley, MN 55422
4.0
(29 reviews)
"Sunrise of Golden Valley was beautiful. It's a lovely facility. I thought the setting was beautiful outside. It had a beautiful entrance. The food plan was wonderful. The staff was very good at showing us around and explaining everything. Unfortunate..."
$4,834
1005 Paul Pkwy NE, Blaine, MN 55434
4.0
(2 reviews)
"The people were very friendly, helpful, and explained everything that they'd be doing for my mother. They don't have the amenities that she used to have when she was in a bigger place before. They just have their room and their lunch room. There's a ..."
$2,500
3750 Lawndale Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55446
4.0
(5 reviews)
"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 mo..."
$2,190
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4200 40th Ave N, Robbinsdale, MN 55422
3.9
(42 reviews)
"I toured Copperfield Hill and I saw that it was a nice place to live if you would need assistive care or health care. The rooms were nice. They have two separate rooms for people so they don't have to share a room, they have their own separate rooms ..."
$1,450
17710 Old Excelsior Boulevard, Minnetonka, MN 55345
2.0
(2 reviews)
"Rooms are good, the facility nice and cleanly taken care of. But, that's not the whole story. Beware; care is inconsisent for those that require more than the minimun level of care. So hard to keep good caretakers, high staff turnover that affects th..."
$2,545
Assisted Living
Aunties
1.0
Review of Elk River Senior Living
When the facility first opened it was BEAUTIFUL. Management changed and everything went downhill! They need Kylie and Rachel back ASAP! The food has been hit or miss, mostly a miss. How the...
Assisted Living
Natalie
5.0
Review of Guardian Angels By the Lake
Guardian Angels By the Lake was very nice, and the staff was very nice when we came in for a visit. My sister-in-law knew somebody there, so she felt comfortable when that gal said that she loved...
Assisted Living
Janice885688
4.0
Review of Guardian Angels By the Lake
Guardian Angels looks good, very clean, and very well cared for. It looked very nice. They had a big, nice, and clean dining area.
The median monthly price for assisted living in Elk River is $663 higher than the nation’s average cost and $655 higher than the state’s. In fact, Elk River is the priciest location for assisted living care in Minnesota. On the other hand, Mankato has the most inexpensive fees of $3,135, which are 39.3% lower than in Elk River. Rates in Duluth run $163 lower than in Elk River, while Rochester and St. Cloud offer more substantial monthly savings of $983 and $1,063, respectively, compared to Elk River.
Elk River
$5,163
Minnesota
$4,508
United States
$4,500
St. Cloud
$4,100
Duluth
$5,000
Mankato
$3,135
Assisted living fees average $5,163 monthly in Elk River.
Elk River seniors who qualify for Medicaid may be eligible for an Elderly Waiver that can help pay for some assisted living services. Outside of Medicaid, the Housing Support Program helps low-income seniors pay for food and board at housing with services establishments.
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.
In Elk River, the costliest senior care option is nursing home care, exceeding double the monthly price of assisted living. This 126.8% price increase reflects the higher level of medical and therapeutic services provided in nursing facilities. The most economical choice is adult day health care, 59.3% less expensive than assisted living, focusing on social programming and daytime care. Both in-home and home health care have an average monthly cost of $7,055, which is $1,892 more than assisted living. In-home care offers nonmedical assistance with daily activities, while home health care includes intermittent skilled services.
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 Elk River was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Minneapolis, was used instead.
Elk River 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 Elk River, please visit our Assisted Living in Minnesota page.
Elk River 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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