Assisted Living Communities in Winona, MN
Located on the shores of the Mississippi River in southeastern Minnesota, Winona and...
surrounding areas boast assisted living facilities. In 2024, older adults in this city spend approximately $5,250 per month on assisted living. This cost is $100 less than the median monthly expense in both the state of Minnesota and the United States.
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Winona, MN and Nearby Cities
According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the baseline rate for assisted living in Winona, at $5,250 per month, sits almost on par with the expected monthly expense in Mankato ($5,300) and Minneapolis ($5,350). However, typical assisted living costs in Rochester and St. Cloud far exceed fees in Winona, at $6,975 and $8,635 per month, respectively.
Winona
$5,250
Minnesota
$5,350
United States
$5,350
Rochester
$6,975
Mankato
$5,300
Minneapolis
$5,350
St. Cloud
$8,635
Paying for Assisted Living in Winona
The average price for assisted living in Winona is $3,845 per month according to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020. This is approximately $450 less than the $4,283 per month average for Minnesota, and the $4,300 average for the United States as a whole.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Winona
Minnesota seniors in need of financial aid for assisted living costs may be covered through Medical Assistance (MA), the state’s Medicaid option. In addition to this plan, Medicaid offers three waiver programs. Seniors who are not qualified for Medicaid may be able to receive funding through another state program such as the Minnesota Consumer Support Grant (CSG).
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Minnesota page.
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Winona, MN
In Winona, older adults pay approximately $5,250 per month for assisted living. This is $4,909 less than the cost of a semi-private room in a nursing home facility. Though this is quite a savings, seniors who don’t require continuous monitoring may want to consider home health care, an even more affordable alternative at $3,432 per month.
Home Health Care
$3,432
Assisted Living Facility
$5,250
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$10,159
Note: Since data Winona is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, La Crosse, WI, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Winona
Seniors in assisted living communities, as well as families exploring their long-term care options, have access to many helpful resources in Winona. These programs provide everything from financial assistance to companionship.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (651) 431-2555 | Operated by the Minnesota Board of Aging, the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program aims to protect the rights and interests of seniors residing in assisted living facilities. In addition to handling complaints related to the quality of care in long-term care facilities, ombudsman volunteers in Winona help seniors and families solve problems related to public benefits and community-based services. |
| Winona Friendship Center | (507) 454-5212 | The Winona Friendship Center hosts a variety of programs designed to improve the lives of older adults throughout the city. Their year-round programs include card and table games, reading and crafting clubs, computer workshops and educational courses. Many programs are free, but membership is required for certain activities. The Friendship Forever program brings social activities to seniors in assisted living facilities who are unable to travel to the Friendship Center. |
| Winona County Veterans Service Office | (507) 457-6455 | Winona County's Veterans Service Office helps veterans and surviving dependents in and out of assisted living facilities with financial, legal and social issues. The office's representatives are highly knowledgeable when it comes to TRICARE claims, VA health care, pensions and Aid & Attendance benefits. Staff can aid seniors with filing applications for benefits that may help cover the cost assisted living and other services they need. |
| Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota | (507) 454-2270 | Seniors can benefit from several programs offered by Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota and the Diocese of Winona-Rochester, including the Common Good Retired program and the Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). In conjunction with AmeriCorps, these nonprofits also offer local transportation, tax preparation assistance, health and wellness information and intergenerational programs. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Winona
Coon Rapids-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.





