25 Memory Care Facilities near Coon Rapids, MN

Coon Rapids has a population of 63,000 and a senior community that makes up nearly 15 percent of residents. According to the Alzheimer's Association, those age 65 and over are most likely to be diagnosed with Alzheimer's, a disease that affects 94,000 seniors in Minnesota.

Memory care facilities are officially called special care units in Minnesota and are located within the state's assisted living facilities, called housing with services establishments. They are required to register annually with the Department of Health. While Coon Rapids doesn't have any memory care facilities, there are 111 in the area, including in the nearby cities of Champlin, Robbinsdale and Maple Grove. 

• Coon Rapids has a relatively high overall cost of living that comes in about 10 percent higher than the nation as a whole, but healthcare expenses are about 14 percent lower than the national median. This may make the city a good choice for families on a tight budget.
• Minnesota is among the few states that tax Social Security income in addition to all other types of retirement income. This may affect how much money can be put into the memory care budget.
• Coon Rapids' air quality is fair, which may be beneficial to seniors who have respiratory illnesses or cardiovascular disease. The American Lung Association gave the county B grades for ozone pollution and short-term particle pollution, as well as a passing grade for annual particle pollution.
• While summers in Coon Rapids are relatively mild with highs in the low-80s, winters are harsh and may be unpleasant for seniors who don't enjoy cold weather. The January lows are in the single digits, and the city gets about 53 inches of annual snowfall, compared to the national average of 26 inches. 

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Coon Rapids

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.

Coon Rapids 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 Coon Rapids, please visit our Memory Care in Minnesota page.

Directory of Winners in the Coon Rapids Area

Coon Rapids-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.