The Best Independent Living Communities in Scott County, MN

"I liked Havenwood of Richfield really well. I just didn't like it being on the other side of the river from me. The rooms were quite spacious, but the kitchens were probably a third of what the apartment was. For a one-bedroom apartment, it is kind of ridiculous to have the kitchen be so huge when they're providing two meals a day. I just felt that they could have had more living space. The living room/dining area was tiny. There was no living space. It's all kitchen. Everything was clean, neat, and well-organized. The staff was very friendly. Their social activities director's dad lived there. I think that's a pretty awesome statement that the staff would want or have their family members living there."

"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."

"Knollwood Place Apartments were very good and excellent. The staff and people were extremely friendly. We felt very welcomed, and the apartment was what we were looking for and had just been redone. They had a long list of activities and served meals. The place and the hallways were clean. They had different classes if you needed them. The rooms were adequate in size."

"Our tour at Minnehaha Senior Living was very nice. It was very informative. I thought the actual facility was very homey, nice, and clean. They had a lot to offer, which was nice. The staff was very nice. She was exceptional."

"We chose Covenant Living of Golden Valley. We liked how happy everyone was, the involvement of people in the community, and the interactions that people had with each other. The residents were just interactive, happy, and welcoming. It just depends which room you get. Some have laundry, some don't, and it depends on the size of the room. But one thing about them, there's a buy-in option, but you can redecorate your room how you want it before you move in."

"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 mother in at this point. It's a very nice community, and the assisted living was beautiful. We toured the assisted area where they have a dining area, a solarium and activities. It was very nice. My mom would have to be sent down into the lower level, which they lock up unless family comes. It's a newer community, but the memory care rooms were pretty small, which my mother doesn't like. They also wouldn't allow pets, and that was a big deal for her too, and that was probably the last straw for her. From what I understand, it's normal for any memory care community."

"Abiitan Mill City is my favorite. If I wanted to stay in Minneapolis, I would move there. It is located near the river. The streets are lined with trees. There are lots of good restaurants within walking distance. The Guthrie Theater is within walking distance, too. Great transportation is available, from the light rail to buses. The rooms were beautiful with huge windows. They had lovely common spaces, indoors and outdoors. There were lots of arts in the hallways that I found to be very contemporary. There was a lively feeling about the staff and the residents I met. There were many happy people there."

"My friend will be moving to Benedictine Living. The food was fantastic and the rooms were awesome. I toured the memory care unit and it was the nicest one I've seen yet. It was spacious, bright, and cheerful. The people seemed nice. They were very helpful and they were not pushy. They knew that they had a good place to sell, and so they were forthcoming on anything. They had a workout room and sort of a makeshift space that they used for church and different services and stuff. They showed me the library. They had a quilting group that displayed quilts, which made it look and feel homey. The elevators were conveniently located plus I liked that they had stairs. If you wanted to walk up the stairs, you could walk up the stairs for exercise up or down. I liked how it was extremely secure. You couldn't just walk on and off the street. You had to either call somebody that is there or you talk to the office and they would allow you in. I liked how they're not hovering out the front door trying to make the residents there feel like they're being watched all the time. I loved the dining room area. I also liked how they could convert it into other usable space. I loved the view that my friend would have from her room. I liked the proximity of the actual building being right next to a line of medical clinics and a hospital. The biggest selling point was that they were the only ones in Northfield that had memory care on the premises. When I looked at the information as to what their upcoming events were, they would take them shopping, bowling, and to different places in the community for lunch."

"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 but they share a living area. They have like a little kitchenette and a sitting area. Then they showed me where they eat and where they have their activities and where they play games. It's not a huge place or anything, so you walk in and there's the sitting area. They have a chapel there, and they were doing arts at the time. I liked the area, it was a nice-looking room with a bed and a dresser."

Situated in a lovely natural setting, but located close to many local community conveniences and entertainment options, Okalee of Medina provides the best of both worlds, along with the time, confidence and security to fully enjoy it all. Okalee is dedicated to each community members well-being with the expertise and support of warm, caring professionals. INDEPENDENT LIVING Independent Living at Okalee is designed to manage the maintenance of every day life, giving residents time to focus on family, friends and passions as well as making new memories. Spacious apartments with full kitchens including appliances, washer/dryer, ample closet space, large windows, many with balconies Life enrichment activities such as clubs, educational events, trips, guest speakers and more Utilities, basic cable, Wi-Fi Grounds/building maintenance Access to chef-prepared meals three times daily Scheduled transportation Staff members on site 24 hours a day Emergency contact system in bathrooms ASSISTED LIVING Assisted Living can provide the support, conveniences and tailored services needed to maintain as much independence as possible. Keeping transitions in mind, Okalee of Medina offers personal care that improves quality of life. Spacious apartments with full kitchens including appliances, washer/dryer, ample closet space, large windows, many with balconies Life enrichment activities Utilities, basic cable, Wi-Fi Grounds/building maintenance Access to chef-prepared meals three times daily Scheduled transportation Staff members on site 24 hours a day Help with activities of daily living and medical care that can include: Housekeeping, linens Daily safety checks Regular vital sign checks Medication management Bathing assistance Morning/evening cares CARE SUITES In our care suites, residents can receive 24-hour care. Staff members are trained to provide focused, individualized attention to those with increased needs due to specific conditions. Choices in suite or one-bedroom private apartments Central living and dining room Access to three delicious and nutritious meals served daily Personal pendant with 24-hour emergency call Housekeeping, personal laundry and linen change as needed Utilities (except phone), including satellite television Wi-Fi Scheduled social, spiritual and recreational activities Health services which may include: Initial assessment Ongoing nurse monitoring and personal care staff on duty 24 hours a day Licensed nurses available 7 days a week, RN on-call 24 hours a day Vital signs checks Assistance with activities of daily living Safety and comfort checks Building escorts Nursing care as ordered by a medical provide MEMORY CARE Memory Care at Okalee is a welcoming living environment for those with Alzheimers disease and other forms of memory loss. Residents move about freely but securely in an area with simple home-like furnishings and a calming atmosphere. Private suite with private bathroom Meals served in dining room and enjoyed with other community members Community kitchen with activities for members Outdoor, secure memory garden with walking paths and seating areas RN assessment to determine abilities Specially trained staff with ongoing education each year Tailored plan of care: Enhances communication Encourages emotion and personality Celebrates ability To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Minnesota Health Care Provider Directory

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

"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 people, but the person who gave the tour was very nice. It was clean."

"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 bedrooms. They have a nice big bedroom with a nice closet with kitchen amenities. The atmosphere felt serene."

"Mckenna Crossing was very nice. The staff was very helpful. It just had too many apartments for my mother. It was too big for her. It was very clean and very friendly. I wasn't able to sample the food, but it sure did smell good whatever they were cooking. They had a movie theater, a little bowling alley, a nice dining room, nice seating areas with a lot of windows, and a library."