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The 5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Minot, ND for 2024

Minot’s locally owned shops and restaurants, colorful public artworks, street performers and cultural festivals make it an exciting place for retirees, a demographic that makes up around 13% of the 48,000 residents. The city has a low cost of living and retiree-friendly tax laws, and easy access to health care helps residents stay healthy. Its climate appeals to many who enjoy experiencing four distinct seasons, and moderate crime rates provide peace of mind for seniors and families.

Minot also has numerous assisted living facilities to meet the needs of those who require daily assistance. These communities feature comfortable housing, individualized care plans and social and recreational activities, and many provide daily meals. In Minot, seniors pay $3,710 per month for this level of care, which is equal to the state norm and well below the national average of $4,500.

This guide provides information on how local care costs compare to rates in other cities, as well as how assisted living residents pay for care services. It also highlights resources that help current and prospective residents obtain helpful information and practical guidance with navigating the system.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Minot

The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services licenses and regulates two types of assisted living in Minot, including assisted living facilities and basic care facilities. It publishes comprehensive guidelines related to staffing, care planning, medication management and recreational activities. It also houses the state’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, which serves as an impartial advocate for seniors.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Minot

  • Minot is prone to extreme temperatures, with warm summers and cold winters. Summer highs are in the low-80s, and in the winter, temperatures go as low as 2 degrees. The city gets 18 inches of rain and 46 inches of annual snowfall, and humidity levels are generally low. Assisted living may be a good option for seniors who want freedom from lawn care and snow removal. 
  • Crime occurs at about the same rate in Minot as in the United States as a whole, which may provide peace of mind for those relocating to this city. On a 100-point index, the city scores 21.8 for violent crime compared to the national score of 22.7, and its property crime score is a few points higher than the national norm at 38.2. Its number of crimes per capita is low compared to similarly sized cities, such as Mandan and Williston.
  • Minot’s cost of living rates 84.9 on a 100-point cost of living index that’s based on U.S. norms, indicating that local living costs are 15% lower than national averages. Housing, utilities and transportation costs are low, which may support competitive assisted living costs.
  • There are 208 doctors per capita in Minot, which is consistent with the national norm of 210, and health care costs come in about 10% below the U.S. average. Trinity Hospital is located in the city proper, and there are three more major medical facilities within 50 miles of the city center.
  • Minot seniors don’t pay state income taxes on their Social Security benefits. While other types of retirement income are fully taxable, the tax rate is among the lowest in the nation. To help seniors navigate annual tax returns, local organizations such as the Area Agency on Aging provide free tax filing assistance.
  • Short-term particle pollution levels are high in Minot, with the American Lung Association giving Ward County an F for this type of pollution. While this can be dangerous for those with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions, the organization gives the county a passing score for annual particle pollution and an A for ozone pollution.  

Paying for Assisted Living in Minot

Seniors in Minot pay $3,710 per month for assisted living.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

In Minot, assisted living communities charge $3,710 per month for housing and care, which is equal to the state median and hundreds of dollars below the national average of $4,500. Rates in Fargo are slightly higher at $3,840, but opting for care in Grand Forks instead of Minot offers a potential monthly savings of $1,510. In Rapid City, SD, assisted living care costs a couple of hundred dollars more than in Minot at $3,914, and in the Minnesota city of St. Cloud, seniors pay $4,100 for assisted living.

Minot

$3,710

North Dakota

$3,710

United States

$4,500

Fargo

$3,840

Grand Forks

$2,200

Rapid City, SD

$3,914

St. Cloud, MN

$4,100

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living is the most affordable long-term care option in Minot, with facilities charging $3,710 for care. This is $1,577 less than the cost of adult day health care, which doesn’t include housing, and it’s about half the cost of in-home care and home health care, which average $7,823 for 44 hours of weekly care. Nursing home care costs are also significantly higher than the assisted living rate at $10,342 for semiprivate accommodations.

In-Home Care

$7,823

Home Health Care

$7,823

Adult Day Health Care

$5,287

Assisted Living Facility

$3,710

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$10,342

Note: Data for Minot was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Bismarck, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Minot

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 North Dakota page.

Free & Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources in Minot

While finding the right assisted living facility can be challenging, seniors in Minot have access to a network of resources that helps them compare prices and services and connect with community-based resources to address their unmet needs. Through the following resource table, older adults can find contact information for the Commission on Aging, the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program and county-sponsored senior services. 

ResourceContactService
Minot Commission on Aging(701) 852-0561The local senior center provides a congregate meal program to supplement meal services seniors may receive in assisted living, and it hosts nutrition workshops and exercise classes. The center also oversees social and recreational activities, such as table games, walking groups and health insurance counseling.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(855) 462-5465The long-term care ombudsman conducts weekly visits in assisted living facilities in Minot to meet with residents, observe conditions and daily routines and help facilities develop solutions to challenges in delivering care. The ombudsman can also advocate on residents’ behalf in instances of unfair treatment, billing problems and substandard care.
Ward County Adult Services(701) 852-3552Ward County Adult Services provides a range of services and supports to promote the independence of older adults in Minot, including specialized medical equipment and supplies and nonemergency medical transportation. It also conducts basic care assessments to determine the level of assisted living an individual needs.
Healthcare Equipment Loan Program(888) 999-6323HELP is a free program that provides durable medical equipment loans to older adults for up to 90 days. Through the Minot office, seniors can obtain equipment such as manual and power wheelchairs, shower transfer benches, commodes, walkers, toilet seat risers and leg lifters.
Legal Services of North Dakota(866) 621-9886Legal Services of North Dakota operates a toll-free hotline for seniors, connecting them with licensed legal professionals who specialize in age-related issues. Through this hotline, seniors can get answers to questions about assisted living contracts, residents’ rights and public programs that may help them pay for care.
Ward County Veterans' Services Office(701) 857-6492The Veterans’ Services Office helps veterans enroll in the eBenefits portal, which helps them apply for and manage VA veterans’ benefits online, and it has information specialists who help veterans navigate the programs that may provide assisted living coverage. It also helps qualified individuals apply for state and federal benefits.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Minot

Minot Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in North Dakota are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in North Dakota page for more information about these laws.

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Review of Elison Assisted Living of Minot

I went to Elison Assisted Living of Minot. It was small, so there was not a long distance for my mom to walk from her room to the dining room. It was small, bright and pretty. It was nice looking...

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Hi Annette! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. As we operate by a Resident-First philosophy, input like yours helps us to improve. At our community, we take resident care and...

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Review of Somerset Court - Minot

We liked Somerset Court. They were very honest and upfront, and it's a huge facility. Their food was good. Everyone was so helpful, they have a lot of staff, and they were very attentive to...

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Review of Elison Assisted Living of Minot

We toured Elison Assisted Living of Minot. They were very thorough in showing us everything. They were very welcoming. It looked like it was well-kept. The rooms were nice sized and well-kept by...

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