The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Apple Valley, MN for 2024
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There are 83 Memory Care Facilities in the Apple Valley area, with 5 in Apple Valley and 78 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Apple Valley is $3,072 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,500.
To help you with your search, browse the 245 reviews below for memory care facilities in Apple Valley. On average, consumers rate memory care in Apple Valley 4 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Burnsville with an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 5 families in Apple Valley find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Apple Valley, call (855) 948-3865.
Memory Care Facilities in Apple Valley, Minnesota
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Inverhaven
2700 62nd St. East, Inver Grove Heights, MN, 55076
"We provide our residents the utmost quality care with respect, dignity, compassion, and self-worth. We will help our residents to gain and m..."
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16560 Jackdaw Path, Lakeville, MN, 55044
"Mission: Because we believe that all people are created in the image of God, those who serve and those who are served are called to serve on..."
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What to Consider About Memory Care in Apple Valley
The Alzheimer's Association estimates that 94,000 people in Minnesota are currently living with Alzheimer's disease, which is the primary cause of dementia and generally diagnosed in those aged 65 and over. Apple Valley's own senior community makes up nearly 13 percent of the 52,000-person population, and as many as 10 percent of those seniors may have Alzheimer's.
To serve those with dementia, Apple Valley has one memory care facility, and there are over 100 more in surrounding cities. These facilities are officially called special care units. Memory care services may be offered in assisted living facilities, which the state refers to as housing with services establishments, and they register annually with the Department of Health.Â
Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Apple Valley
- Minnesota is one of the few states that tax Social Security income, along with withdrawals from retirement savings accounts and income from public and private pensions. This may leave less money in the budget for memory care expenses in Apple Valley.
- Compared to the rest of the country, overall living expenses in Apple Valley are about 17 percent higher than the national average. Healthcare expenses, however, are about 14 percent lower here than elsewhere, which may appeal to those managing chronic conditions like dementia.Â
- Apple Valley's property crime rate is roughly on par with the national average, but the violent crime rate is lower than the U.S. median. On a 100-point scale, with a low score indicating low crime, the city's property crime rate is 38.4 and the violent crime rate is 25.7, compared to the respective national averages of 38.1 and 31.1.
- Apple Valley's air quality is fair, with the county receiving a B for short-term particle pollution and a passing grade for annual particle pollution from the American Lung Association. This may be beneficial for those with respiratory illnesses or cardiovascular disease.Â
Paying for Memory Care in Apple Valley
Memory Care costs in Apple Valley start around $3,072 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Apple Valley and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Cities in Minnesota
Inver Grove Heights
$8,850
Prior Lake
$6,975
Burnsville
$6,377
Lakeville
$6,310
Eagan
$6,166
US
$5,694
Bloomington
$3,995
Apple Valley
$3,072
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Apple Valley
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Minnesota page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Minnesota page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Apple Valley
Apple Valley and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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 memory care resources in Apple Valley, please visit our Memory Care in Minnesota page.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Apple Valley
Apple Valley-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Minnesota are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Minnesota page for more information about these laws.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Marilyn
4
Review of Ecumen Centennial House
We are leaning towards Ecumen Centennial House. We liked that it was a small community, so you never had to move from one place to the next. The people were just really nice. We saw their...
Provider response
Marilyn, we would first like to thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us about Ecumen Centennial House! We are so grateful that you took time out of your day to come tour our...
Memory Care
Audrey
4
Review of Boden Senior Living in Apple Valley
I toured Boden Senior Living in Apple Valley. The individual rooms were big; I liked that. I liked the fact that it didn't seem to be all cramped. I liked the nurse that we met, but I was not...
Memory Care
Kristi
4
Review of Ecumen Centennial House
My dad moved in at Ecumen Centennial House last January 17th. We chose it because of the location. When we first went for the tour, the facility was very clean and the people were dressed nicely....
Provider response
Kristi, we would first like to thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us about Ecumen Centennial House! We are so grateful that you trusted us to care for your father. Honoring...