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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Minneapolis, MN

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Minneapolis, a city known for high-quality health care, a vibrant arts scene, and a gorgeous lake-dotted landscape, is an ideal locale for families with loved ones who need care for Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. The Twin Cities create an environment that supports healthy minds and bodies.

Within a 10-mile radius of downtown Minneapolis, which includes some of St. Paul, there are currently 47 memory care facilities within A Place for Mom’s network. Many offer memory-enhancing activities, dementia therapies, medication management, security features, and extracurricular activities — all to reduce confusion, minimize agitation, enhance well-being, and keep their residents safe.

In this guide, you’ll find all the information necessary for choosing from among Minneapolis’ memory care facilities. Below, learn about pricing and payment options, laws and regulations that pertain to these facilities, the care services they provide, and senior-friendly local attractions around the Twin Cities.

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Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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4.8 / 5.0

The administrative services are very helpful in helping to make the right decision on where to put a parent and how to do all the paperwork to get things in order. The ratio of staff to resident is better than most places. They have a nurse in-house for when things go wrong. All of the staff are fri...

5 / 5.0

I think they do a great job at Meadow Woods! The staff here is very friendly and easy to work with. They've been very accommodating in regards to some billing issues we've had in regards to getting funding with the VA straightened out. The facility itself is well kept and clean, and they do a great ...

4.5 / 5.0

Cannot think of one negative thing to say about this facility. It is a beautiful property with many amenities. The staff is amazing. Every level of care is given by extremely professional and kind members of St Therese staff. I was a patient for 6weeks and was extremely happy with everything, and ev...

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I understand that things are expensive, but that doesn't mean I have to like the cost! My sister is being very well taken care of and I really appreciate all the help you and everyone else we live in has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Suite Living of West St Paul is a 32 private suite Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Community that provides quality care to our seniors, with a personal touch. Our communities are small and intimate, providing a cozy warm atmosphere that feels like home. Suite Living is locally owned and...
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This community is just perfect, we like the comradery between the residents, they make you feel very welcomed when you come to visit. The staff notify our family within 24hrs regarding anything with our...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Walker Methodist At Westwood Ridge is an assisted living community located in West St. Paul, MN. West St. Paul is a small town on the Mississippi River with about 20,000 residents in Dakota County with several restaurants and shops. Residents who enjoy group outings and social gatherings can go...
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There was a changeover of staff several months ago and things seemed to get better. There were a few questionable moments in the first several months. For memory care specifically. Staff seem to know [name...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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What our family likes the most about the Sunrise of Golden Valley is that we know our loved one is in a safe place and that she is getting the quality of care that she needs. Based on our experience so far...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunrise Senior Living of Golden Valley has been open five years and offers a high level of care in both assisted living and memory care neighborhoods. As part of Sunrise, we bring over 29 years of experience in senior housing. This newer community is conveniently located just outside the...
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They are doing a good job. My loved one seems to be okay with the food. They have a lot of activities for the residents, and try to get them invloved. The value for the money is good. When I visit, they make...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Offering: Assisted Living, Memory CareNew Perspective in Columbia Heights serves seniors in the legendary NE Minneapolis area. Creative interior design combines warm, friendly tones with the beauty and amenities of a fine hotel. Residents of our senior apartment community enjoy the serenity of...
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Move in was a bit crazy because they were switching the fob system. It took a while for us to get them. The food has been very good, but sometimes quantity is limited. My loved one is doing some of her own...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Offering: Assisted Living, Memory CareFind the beauty and serenity of nature as a resident at New Perspective | Highland Park. Admire the picturesque Mississippi River Boulevard while enjoying the convenience of the Highland Park neighborhood at New Perspective’s St. Paul location. At New...
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The staff are very welcoming, helpful, patient and kind. The activities director is lots of fun, she creates a happy atmosphere. The maintenance contractor is very knowledgeable and quick to help out with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Seven Hills Senior Living!We are so excited to be part of the St Paul area. Our community gives residents lots of St. Paul’s charm and history with it's beautiful craftsmanship and exquisite décor throughout the entire building.We are located on a tree-lined avenue reinvigorated with...
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My mom has been there 7 years . I have seen this facility through many changes . It makes the situation to walk into a beautiful facility like New Perspectives so much easier. The staff are wonderful and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Offering: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory CareNew Perspective | Minnetonka serves seniors in the Minnetonka, MN area with a senior living community where creative interior design combines warm, friendly tones with the beauty and amenities of a fine hotel. Residents of our senior...
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The staff seemed to really care about the residents and their families. They acted very professionally, and I felt it was a good value for the prices charged, as those services are generally very expensive.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Elder Homestead we strive to achieve a high quality of life for all of our senior citizens. Each resident will need a different level of care, and we can work to make sure that each elderly person has the care needed to maintain a safe living environment. There are many activities and...
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Close to where my parents used to live. Close to friends and family members.Clean, nice staff, decent food, expensive, nice spacious rooms with good lighting. Lots of extras!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located within walking distances of shops, restaurants and movie theaters, you can also take advantage of spa services, a screening room and fine dining without ever leaving the comfort of home. By combining a sophisticated architectural design with high-quality amenities, The Waters on 50th is a...
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They do have movie nights, but the activities are still pretty limited due to the pandemic. The apartments here are adequate in size, and this is a good place.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our Mission is to foster fullness of life for the older adult and other people in need through the provision of housing and health care in a Christian environment. Augustana Apartments, located conveniently close to downtown Minneapolis offers spacious apartments with fabulous views of the...
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The staff members there have just been incredible, amazing and extremely caring. We would absolutely highly recommend this community we have nothing but good things to say about. The community does not feel...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Opened in 2017, Abiitan Mill City offers one-of-a-kind 55+ sophisticated senior living in the Mill City neighborhood of Minneapolis. We are proud to be an Ecumen community with more than 150 years of experience. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care in the heart of the...
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When we first came to see MainStreet Lodge we have a very positive experience and overall we thought it was a very good community for our loved one. Unfortunately, we needed to move our loved one out and...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The living is easy at MainStreet Lodge assisted living!  Opportunities to socialize with family and friends are never far away.  A variety of interactive and pastoral care activities help nurture the spirit every day.  Your private apartment includes a full kitchenette, living...
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I like it. It seems like a good fit. The only thing is that they do have in house physicians but they don't have any transportation to specialist's. Otherwise it's pretty good!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Minnehaha Senior Living offers a wide range of services to meet the unique needs of seniors. Perhaps you're independent, but seek the security and camaraderie of a community. Maybe you need assistance with meals, housekeeping, or medication management. Minnehaha Senior Living offers you the...
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If someone needs to go to an assisted living community I would recommend going to this community. I know that they have Halloween events and all of the staff were in costumes and participating. They also...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Located on the shores of Cedar Lake in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Jones-Harrison Residence is a nonprofit senior living community offering Assisted Living apartments, Assisted Living Memory Care apartments, Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services, Long Term Memory Care and 24-hour Skilled Nursing...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
There is a difference in senior living communities and you’ll find it at Hiawatha Senior Living of Minneapolis! Located in one of the fastest growing neighborhoods in Minneapolis, our newly constructed senior living community is now welcoming new residents HOME.At Hiawatha Senior Living, you...
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Being out of state we do not get to visit that much, however when we do speak with our loved one she does seem to enjoy the meals and dining service. We do think the overall value for the money is good and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Parkshore Senior Community is conveniently located in St. Louis Park just steps away from Byerly's, Park Nicollet Medical Center and Target. Wolfe Lake Park is just outside your door. Since 1988 Parkshore Senior Community has been committed to a continuum of care for our residents. This...
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It is fine so far for my parents. The staff are helpful and attentive. My parents like the meals from the dining room but they are able to make their own meals in their apartment. It is a clean facility with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Located in historic St. Louis Park, Minnesota, TowerLight on Wooddale Avenue offers beautifully appointed Independent Living Apartments, innovative Assisted Living Apartments, state-of-the art Memory Care and rehabilitative Care Suites and only minutes from downtown Minneapolis and Edina.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Suite Living of Crystal is a 32 private suite Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Community that provides quality care to our seniors, with a personal touch. Our communities are small and intimate, providing a cozy warm atmosphere that feels like home. Suite Living is locally owned and includes...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Cedar Ridge Place is located in Saint Louis Park, Hennepin County, Minnesota. The staff in this assisted living community have been trained to work with Alzheimer’s residents as well as providing memory care for dementia. The staff are here and awake 24 hours a day, so there is never a need to...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Bright Stars Care Center provides seniors with a caring assisted living community to call their own. This community provides its residents with the support that they need in Minneapolis, MN. Those who visit Minneapolis find it to be a great city to spend time in, and they enjoy the Minneapolis...
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My Mother-in-law moved in very recently, but seems to be adjusting very well, and is very happy. This is extremely significant, because she really resisted moving into Assisted Living. Her rooms are very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Pines is a beautiful site nestled into the heart of Richfield. Around the corner from picturesque Wood Lake, The Pines is situated in a residential neighborhood less than a block from the hub of activity. This cozy retreat is the perfect home for those who are ready to let go of worries and...
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We had a limited amount of time to find a facility, The Waters met with us quickly and worked with us with what we needed. The facility itself is beautiful and the people that I have met have been extremely...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At The Waters of Highland Park it’s hard to decide what to do each day. There’s a nearby golf course, library, charming neighborhood shops and restaurants, and historic college campuses to explore. You could also stay home and dine at The Waters Restaurant, pamper yourself at The Waters Salon or...
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I felt when we came to tour that this facility was much less busy and hectic than other places that we saw. It also does not have that institutional feeling at all. The apartments have full kitchens and felt...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Vernon Terrace offers beautiful Senior Apartment Living in the heart of Edina, MN. We are conveniently located just blocks from major freeways, shopping, and medical facilities. We have a number of amenities, including free van service to shopping, medical appointments and weekly outings. Free...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Costs of memory care in the Minneapolis area

The average monthly cost of memory care facilities in A Place for Mom’s network in Minneapolis is $4,631, according to proprietary research.[01]

This figure includes housing, meals, associated costs, and add-on service expenses such as specialized therapies, 24-hour monitoring, and other auxiliary services. However, this figure is an average, and the cost of the facility and its services will most likely vary depending on location.

The figures below indicate the typical baseline prices for the area that do not include add-on fees.

Average cost comparisons near Minneapolis, MN

Average monthly costs

Minneapolis, MN

$4,121

How people pay for memory care in Minneapolis

Memory care in Minneapolis can be financed through various means, including private funds, governmental programs, and veterans benefits. Seniors and their families often rely on a combination of funding sources to pay for memory care. Learn about private payment methods, Medicare, Medicaid, and VA benefits for memory care in the sections below.

Private pay methods

Many seniors and their families may have to use their own funds to pay for memory care services. Personal savings accounts, pensions, Social Security benefits, distributions from retirement accounts, investment returns, inheritances, and any of the following resources may be included.

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Number of veterans who live in Minneapolis

About 18% percentage of Minneapolis veterans are 75+

Minneapolis veterans are often eligible for benefits that may help cover a stay in a memory care facility. For example, VA Pensions can help pay for expenditures like memory care.

Additionally, the VA Aid and Attendance benefit helps veterans who need assistance with the activities of daily living, such as eating, walking, and attending to personal hygiene. This benefit is commonly used for memory care services.

The VA benefits application process can be confusing and lengthy, so it’s best to seek guidance on enrollment help from a local veterans services organization (VSO) or a veterans services officer located at a VSO. These include the local American Legion Post, Disabled American Veterans (DAV) chapter, or Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) organization, who can assist in answering more concerns with other services for people with age-related memory issues.

Resources for Minneapolis veterans

Government offices

VA Regional Benefit Satellite Office
Minneapolis VA Medical Center
1 Veterans Drive
Minneapolis, MN 55417
Phone: 800-827-1000

St. Paul Regional Benefits Office
1 Federal Drive
St. Paul, MN 55111
Phone: 800-827-1000
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Hennepin County Veterans Service Officers
300 S. Sixth St.
Minneapolis, MN 55487
Phone: 612-348-3300
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

VSOs and veteran resources

Minnesota Veterans of Foreign Wars
Phone: 651-291-1757
Fax: 651-291-2753

Disabled American Veterans Department of Minnesota
State Veterans Service Building, Floor 3
20 W. 12th St.
St. Paul, MN 55155
Phone: 651-291-1212; 888-317-2291
Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

American Legion Minneapolis/Richfield Post 435
6501 Portland Ave.
Richfield, MN 55423
Phone: 612-866-3647

American Legion Minneapolis/Richfield Post 435
6501 Portland Ave.
Richfield, MN 55423
Phone: 612-866-3647

Giantvalley American Legion
3751 Minnehaha Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Phone: 612-729-6824
Hours: Monday through Sunday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

American Legion Department of Minnesota
20 W. 12th St., Room 300-A
St. Paul, MN 55155
Phone: 651-291-1800; 866-259-9163
Fax: 651-291-1057

Medicaid

Medicaid, the federal health care program for low-income people, is called Minnesota’s Medical Assistance (MA) program, and it can help qualifying seniors in memory care with medical costs. MA doesn’t cover the cost of living in a memory care facility though.

Medicaid waiver programs, such as Minnesota Home & Community-Based Services, can also pay for in-home medical care services for seniors who need assistance with daily living tasks. The Minnesota Department of Human Services also offers the Elderly Waiver program to provide financial assistance for care services that help seniors who might otherwise need to be in a nursing home. A prerequisite for qualifying for the Elderly Waiver is eligibility for Medical Assistance. That said, the Minnesota Department of Human Services says online sources don’t cover every instance of eligibility, so the only true way to determine qualification is to apply for coverage.

Seniors can apply for the MA program by filling out a paper application and mailing in the application or taking it to their local county or tribal office. To have an application mailed to you, call 651-431-2670 or 800-657-3739.

Find more information and guidance about Medicaid options via local resources such as the long-term care ombudsman or the Area Agency on Aging, which in Minneapolis is known as Trellis. These advisors can help guide you through the application process, which can be confusing without assistance. The contact information for these offices is listed in the Medicaid resources listed below.

Minneapolis resident Medicaid resources

Medicaid application offices and assistance

Minnesota Medicaid Ombudsman
Phone: 651-431-2660; 800-657-3729
Email: dhsombudsman.smhcp@state.mn.us

Trellis: Area Agency on Aging
1265 Grey Fox Road, Suite 2
Arden Hills, MN 55112
Phone: 651-641-8612

Hennepin County Health Care Assistance
Phone: 612-596-1300; 844-803-8466
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

MHCP Provider Resource Center
Phone: 651-431-2700; 800-366-5411

Medicare

If your loved one is 65 or older, then Medicare is the government health insurance program for them. If your loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia qualifies for Medicare, the program will cover some, but not all, care costs. It won’t pay for room and board in a memory care facility, for instance.

Medicare will pay for inpatient hospital care, some doctors’ fees, and other medical goods for adults 65 and older with Alzheimer’s or dementia, and several prescription medicines are also covered by Medicare Part D. The program may cover some care costs for people with Alzheimer’s or dementia, including hospice care (in a nursing facility or an inpatient hospice facility) and specialized care in Alzheimer’s special care units if they qualify as skilled nursing services.

Additionally, dementia patients may be eligible for the Medicare Advantage Value-Based Insurance Design Model, which offers more benefits, lower cost sharing, and flexible plans to subscribers with chronic diseases (such as dementia). To learn more about what Medicare covers, visit the official Medicare website, dial 800-MEDICARE (800-633-4227), or visit your local Social Security Administration office.

Note that Medicare Savings Plans (MSP) and the Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidy (LIS, also known as Extra Help) can also help seniors with costs related to Medicare Part A and B, such as covering or lowering monthly premiums, deductibles, and copayments. Seniors can apply for these programs by calling the Senior LinkAge Line at 800-333-2433 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or by visiting the Social Security website. The Senior LinkAge Line, run by the Minnesota Board on Aging, can also lead callers to manufacturer-sponsored patient assistance programs and assist them in completing applications.

Seniors in Minnesota can also receive free health insurance guidance through the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) in person or over the phone. SHIP can assist seniors in comparing insurance policies, understanding coverage options, and selecting the best plan. Seniors who need long-term care can access additional resources through their local long-term care ombudsman’s office.

Minneapolis resident Medicare resources

Minneapolis Medicare resources

Social Security Administration Office
1811 Chicago Ave., Suite 1
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Phone: 855-257-0982
Fax: 833-902-2688

Office of Ombudsman for Long-Term Care
540 Cedar St.
St. Paul, MN 55101
Phone: 800-657-3591

Senior LinkAge
540 Cedar St.
St. Paul, MN 55164
Phone: 800-333-2433
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

State Health Insurance Help Program (SHIP)
Phone: 800-333-2433
Email: info@shiphelp.org

Understand Minnesota laws and regulations for memory care facilities

Memory care facilities in Minnesota are subject to the same laws and regulations as assisted living facilities. They are licensed and regulated by the Minnesota Department of Health. These facilities must be licensed and inspected by the Health Department to ensure compliance with regulations on resident care, medication administration, personnel, cleanliness, and safety.

Inspections and reporting

Memory care facilities are subject to unannounced inspections a minimum of once every two years to ensure compliance with regulations and laws. Inspections can also happen at any time if there is a complaint.

Minnesota’s Health Department provides public access to inspection reports and licenses for memory care facilities via this searchable directory.

Memory care requirements

Minnesota has a few specific standards for memory care in addition to the assisted living regulations they must follow, including staff training, staffing numbers, and resident care and safety procedures. Section 144G.83 of the state’s assisted living statutes mandate additional training for personnel in facilities that provide memory care.

All workers with direct contact with residents must receive training within the first 90 days of employment and annually thereafter. The regulations also require facilities to have written policies and procedures in place for dealing with the requirements of memory care residents. A person-centered care approach is central to the training of staff. The statute recognizes that memory care residents have unique emotional and health care needs and lays out requirements that make sure training covers everything staff members need to know to provide the best possible care for your loved one.

Additionally, Section 4659.0160 of the Minnesota Administrative Rules outlines the process for surrendering an assisted living facility license that includes memory care services. The Health Department may take enforcement action if the licensee fails to comply with these conditions.

Requirements for assisted living and memory care

Since memory care facilities are governed by the same laws and regulations as assisted living, that means your loved one will also be in a facility where enough staff is required to be available to meet their needs. No specific ratio is given. The facility must also have a licensed assisted living director, as well as a clinical nurse supervisor. The facilities must meet safety standards and staff have to be trained to deal with emergencies including evacuation.

Three daily meals that meet nutritional requirements will be provided, as well as snacks. Activities will be provided that are appropriate to your loved one’s needs and abilities.

Minnesota Department of Health contact information

Minnesota Department of Health
625 Robert St. N
St Paul, MN 55164
Phone: 651-201-5000
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

COVID-19 regulations for Minneapolis memory care facilities

In Minneapolis, no specific COVID-19 restrictions exist for memory care facilities. The city updates this dashboard daily to provide the latest information about COVID cases in the area.

Specific memory care homes may have their own policies, so seniors and their families should check with the facilities for further information, but these are general best practices set by local health officials:

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Vaccinations.

The city’s health officials recommend that seniors over 65 who received an immunization six months ago or more take a booster dose to stay up-to-date on vaccinations.

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Masking.

Masks are not required, but each facility can make its own rules about mask requirements.

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Facility cleanliness.

The management at memory care locations should continue to improve the ventilation system in their facilities to avoid the spread of airborne disease.

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Staff safety.

Staff members at care facilities should regularly wash their hands with soap and water or use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

Get to know memory care in Minneapolis

47Number of in-network assisted living facilities in market
3.5/5.0 average in-network rating
68% of our Minneapolis partner communities are pet-friendly
85% of these partner communities have specialized memory care training for staff
91% of these partner communities offer full medication management
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Number of people we have referred to our partner communities in Minneapolis
81
Average age of resident we have referred to in-market communities in Minneapolis
59%
Gender split: 59% female

What to expect from memory care living in Minneapolis

Memory care facilities provide seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia with accommodation, care, and therapy in an atmosphere that helps reduce disorientation and prevents wandering. In Minneapolis, locations typically offer memory care in secured communities that take care to offer enriching environments for residents.

Senior living options that include memory care

Within a 10-mile radius of downtown Minneapolis, which includes portions of St. Paul, there are 47 memory care facilities partnered with A Place for Mom. While two of these facilities are standalone, most are combined with other types of senior living arrangements. Here’s the breakdown:

  • 23 are combination assisted living and memory care facilities
  • 21 are assisted living, independent living, and memory care facilities
  • 1 combines assisted living, adult day care services, and memory care.

Expanding out 25 miles from downtown brings even more possibilities, with 69 additional options. While 12 are standalone memory care facilities in the area, the rest are combined with other senior living arrangements as discussed above. This radius means you can expand your search into more of St. Paul or out to places like Rockford and Maple Plain.

Units are designed with safety in mind

Memory care facilities are secured communities with enclosed courtyards and outdoor walking paths that let residents enjoy nature, fresh air, and freedom without the danger of your loved one wandering too far afield. Staff are trained and aware of exit-seeking behaviors, understand how to deal with hallucinations and delusions, and know how to handle redirection, cuing, and disorientation within their residents.

Holistic support

In addition to memory-specific care, your loved one can enjoy everything being taken care of from laundry to housekeeping to meals. Additionally, three-quarters of our partner facilities bring in occupational, physical, and speech therapists as needed, plus podiatrists. Most locations have a visiting nurse, and many locations are equipped to manage residents’ medication, diabetes, and incontinence if needed.

Specialized social activities and amenities

Memory care communities are designed to meet the special requirements of residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. They frequently contain coordinated social activities, with 87% of our partner facilities having a designated activity director. Some also provide tailored activities like water aerobics in on-site pools and memory exercises.

The communities typically offer indoor and outdoor common areas for socializing, including outdoor walk paths and enclosed courtyards for daily exercise. Various classes and activities are available, such as cooking and stretching classes, live singing and theater performances, and supervised off-site activities. Nearby attractions such as beaches, parks, and museums are also easily accessible to seniors who want to visit with their families.

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Unfamiliar with Minneapolis? Highlights for seniors

46,479

Number of seniors over the age of 65 currently living in Minneapolis

11%
Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the Minneapolis population
$44,825

Median annual income for Minneapolis seniors 65 and older

Health care for seniors in Minneapolis

Minneapolis has multiple well-known hospitals and a nationally acclaimed hospital for seniors. Explore the resources below to learn more about the best hospitals in Minneapolis.

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Abbott Northwestern Hospital

Abbott Northwestern Hospital is the best hospital in the Twin Cities, according to the U.S. News & World Report. It also ranks 40th in the nation for its neurology and neurosurgery care.

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Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital

Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital is the Twin Cities’ second-best hospital, according to the U.S. News & World Report. It also has the distinction of being fourth in the entire state.

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M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center

Ranked third in the Twin Cities by U.S. News & World Report, M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center has earned a national ranking in cancer care.

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Minneapolis VA Center

Both a teaching hospital and a general medical and surgical facility, the area’s primary Veteran’s Affairs health care system takes care of veterans in the Twin Cities.

Transportation for seniors in Minneapolis

It is not safe or advisable for memory care residents to venture out on their own; however, there are plenty of ways for your loved one to get out and about safely with assistance from you or a caregiver starting with provided transportation by the memory care facility itself. According to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, 59% of our partner memory care facilities provide complimentary transportation and 48% offer transportation at cost.[01]

Seniors in memory care communities should only use transit with a caregiver, but some public transportation options are designed specifically for seniors with disabilities that offer supervision or caregiver escorts. Metro Mobility is a transportation service for people with impairments (including those with dementia) that provides accessible cars and skilled drivers for door-to-door transportation.

In the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, Metro Transit offers buses, light rail, commuter trains, Dial-A-Ride Transport (DART), and the Transit Assistance Program (TAP) for impaired seniors. DART provides door-to-door transportation for people with disabilities who can’t use regular buses. And TAP offers discounted rates, free trips, and travel instruction for eligible seniors with disabilities.

Two organizations, Senior Community Services and Friends & Co., offer transportation services for seniors with impairments. The Senior Rides program by Senior Community Services provides door-to-door transportation for medical visits, grocery shopping, and other errands. The Friendship and Flowers program offers seniors escorted transportation and social visits. Both programs provide trained volunteer drivers to ensure safe and comfortable transportation. In addition, the Little Brothers program provides seniors with social visits and services to address social isolation. To learn more, it’s best to contact each service directly to determine their eligibility requirements.

In Minneapolis, private transportation firms such as Lyft and Uber provide services for elders with dementia. Some firms offer unique programs, such as UberAssist and Lyft Access, that teach drivers to help seniors with mobility equipment and other needs.

Additionally, medical transportation services such as MedLink Transportation and Allina Health Transportation provide specialized transportation for elders with dementia who require medical attention. These services encompass skilled drivers who can assist passengers and vehicles outfitted with medical equipment.

Senior activities in Minneapolis

Minneapolis and its counterpart St. Paul makes up the hustling and bustling big-city feel of the Twin Cities. There is plenty of nature to love, too. The area has multiple parks, with virtually no one living more than six blocks from one. When visiting with family members and caregivers, seniors can enjoy strolls through the neighborhood parks, including the well-known Lake of the Isles, which offers a calm outdoor atmosphere with walking pathways and parks.

The city also offers a vibrant cultural scene with venues like the Minneapolis Institute of Art, a free museum that’s a must-visit for art enthusiasts. Also try a concert at the Minnesota Orchestra, which is known for delivering excellent performances of music that can potentially evoke memories and emotions in dementia patients. And note that the Children’s Theatre Company offers innovative shows suitable for all ages. Music therapy is a useful approach to engaging seniors with dementia, as it helps to recall memories and create a calming environment.

The outdoors can bring calm and respite as well. The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum offers a tranquil environment and guided tours for seniors with dementia. The Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is another great place to see and interact with animals, including California sea lions and giraffes, with on-site and street parking and public transportation nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Waters of Oakdale, Talamore Woodbury and The Glenn Hopkins are the top-rated Memory Care facilities near Minneapolis, MN. These Memory Care facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.

The average cost of Memory Care in Minneapolis is 4121.48 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.

The 137 memory care facilities near you in Minneapolis, Minnesota typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Minneapolis, Minnesota, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Minneapolis, Minnesota ranges from $538 to $9500. The average Memory Care cost in Minneapolis, Minnesota is $4121.48. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Minneapolis, Minnesota typically starts at $538. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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