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I'm sorry my mother didn't live longer to enjoy living there. She had just been there a little over two months and she died. I thought the facility was wonderful very professionally run and clean. The staff...
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.
Opened in 2004, RiverVillage East is the newest addition to the Catholic Eldercare community of residences. Located in Northeast Minneapolis, the RiverVillage campus is designed with careful consideration given to the wishes and needs of today's elders who are accustomed to more space, greater...
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My loved one is very happy and has made many friends. They offer flexible meal plans and a la carte services. Good social events for a broad range of interests and abilities - many offsite tours to museums...
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.
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
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 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.
Conveniently located off Highway 394 and Louisiana Avenue, Cedar Ridge Place is a community dedicated to serving its assisted living and memory care residents with skill and compassion. With access to numerous shopping options and a bus stop just steps from the front door, Cedar Ridge Place is an...
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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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Friendly neighbors, great management, lovely apartments. While it might seem like such close proximity to almost an over abundance of shopping, dining and other commercial opportunities might be a drawback...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Falcon Heights Town Square Senior ApartmentsFalcon Heights Town Square Senior Apartments is a 62 and over senior housing community, located in the city of Falcon Heights, Ramsey County, MN. The community is located conveniently nearby local shopping and dining. Falcon Heights is the home to the...
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Best Reason to Rent at Heathers Estates is COMMUNITY! Weekly Wednesday 'Coffee & Doughnuts' is very informative for New Residents and a chance to meet Experienced Longtime Residents. Be Sure to COMPLETELY...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Apartment home living is a pleasure at The Heathers Estates. Our independent living community is located in a neighborhood setting bordering beautiful Bassett Creek Park in Crystal, Minnesota. Here, just steps away from a beautiful nature preserve, people 55 and better enjoy a rewarding lifestyle...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Vernon Terrace of Edina and overall things are great now. The facility is very clean. The friendliness is good, but at one point it was poor. The staff and care...
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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We are so thankful we were able to find this home for our Mom. The house manager ([name removed]) and her staff are wonderful. The facility feels like a home, and not a memory care facility. The staff...
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.
Gracewood Advanced Assisted Living and Men's Memory Care - Highland provides exceptional senior living services in a warm, welcoming, home-like environment. We aim to deliver top-notch care that is affordable and tailored to meet your specific needs.The men's memory care program at Gracewood...
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The staff is very friendly and helpful. The facility is very clean. The staff communicates with the family as needed. They also make recommendations to improve care. For example, they helped us find a doctor...
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.
Roitenberg Family Assisted Living Residence is a Jewish assisted living community that is located in the beautiful suburb of St. Louis Park, Hennepin County, Minnesota. Our lovely community is located just minutes from downtown Minnesota and nearby Minnehaha Creek. The location makes St. Louis...
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Photo of Knollwood Place Apartments
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I had recently taken a tour of this community for my self and I absolutely loved this place. The staff where on time to my appointment and made sure to answer any questions I had for them in detail. I have...
Provides: Independent Living
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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 in the St. Luis Park of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Knollwood Place Apartments is part of the impressive Ackerberg Family Sholom West Campus facilities. We are proud to be well known for our exceptional senior living facilities and senior care services. This special location has 153...
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I appreciate the many amenities including dining (10 meals per month), a lively social program, 24 hr concierge, excellent management and staff. Facility is well maintained.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
RosePointe II is a 42-unit independent living community for individuals 55 or better who want a more affordable housing option. Located in a quiet wooded setting, RosePointe II is just minutes from both downtowns, parks and more. The building is a secured 3-story split-level walk-up with no...
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We picked this community, because of the location. They are friendly, approachable, and knowledgeable. It's just a good fit for my sister. Lots of social opportunities if a person is interested.
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.
Nestled in the quiet Shepard Park neighborhood of Highland Park in St. Paul, The Wellington Assisted Living has been a part of the community serving older adults and their families for 30 years. Our location is convenient to downtown St. Paul, the Highland Village area, the Minneapolis/St. Paul...
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The next day after we moved my mom in they stopped visitors due to Covid. Luckily she had a first-floor window, so we were able to check-in. The staff is incredible. The management is top notch very caring....
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.
Offering: Assisted Living, Memory CareSurround yourself with the beauty and serenity of nature. Located in the heart of Roseville, Minnesota, our senior assisted living community is nestled among the trees on the shore of beautiful Lake Owasso. Watch eagles soar over the lake and land in the HUGE...
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Activities are provided for the residents that would like to engage in them. The needs of the patients are unpredictable the caregivers have to adjust fairly quick. I really like the flexibility of the...
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.
Mainstreet Village of Richfield, a housing with services community, provides both independent senior living and assisted senior living. Our premier community offers an attractive, welcoming and vibrant community where residents can choose from a mix of housing options, services and amenities that...
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Overall we're very pleased with Bentson Family Assisted Living! They're just really on top of things here. They've got good coverage for anything a senior might need. The staff is friendly and helpful, and...
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.
Bentson Family Assisted Living Residence Distinctive and inviting — discover all the Bentson has to offer. Live life in your own unique way in the comfort of your own 'home' with additional assistance as needed. 48 studio, one and two-bedroom apartments Emergency call systems Access to...
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We absolutely love York Gardens. I highly recommend it for anyone who is looking a home like feel. We love the privacy we get with the individual units and plenty of space. Food is great, staff is very...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Located near a variety of shopping, retail centers, and Fairview Southdale Hospital, York Gardens offers a range of amenities including: rooftop patios, spa, bistro, theater, salon, libraries, club lounge and concierge to schedule appointments. York Gardens offers the best in senior living with...
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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.
Sunlight senior living of St. Paul, Minnesota places emphasis on making each member feel loved and part of the family from the moment that they arrive, treating them with the same love and care that we would want for our own loved ones. We believe that life is more about being comfortable but...
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The staff have been helpful and they are quick to respond. The restaurant is excellent. The other residents are friendly and fun to be with. They offer daily activities including an exercise class with a...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
WestRidge is conveniently located on Hopkins Crossroad, near interstate 394 in Minnetonka offering all amenities of suburban life. Our secured community provides the highest quality housing and services available. A warm and inviting atmosphere will welcome you, ensuring that you feel right at...
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My mom has had a terrific experience here!
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Shores is an independent 62+ senior living community located near Lake Josephine in Shoreview. The Shores offers one, one bed+den, and two-bedroom apartment homes. Conveniently located near walking trails, parks, shopping, restaurants, and entertainment, The Shores is the perfect place to...
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This is a secure small community. The caregivers are attentive. They interact well with the residents and their families. They are aware of what is going on. The food is good and they offer a good variety...
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.
White Pine Senior White Pine Senior Living is located in Fridley, MN, home of the Springbrook Nature Center. Nicknamed Friendly Fridley, this city also boasts four beautiful parks located within it. Here at White Pine Senior Living, we are known for our beautiful community senior housing, with...
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I feel I had a better experience with Assisted Living than the Long Term Community. My loved one transitioned from Assisted Living to the other stages of the community. We ended up making the decision to...
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.
At Woodlake Residences our seniors enjoy life. Our community has evolved over the decades, expanding our services to anticipate and address the changing needs of seniors. We provide secure, stress-free living and the very best in senior care and housing with a commitment to each individual's...
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The facility is very clean. The staff is very professional and friendly. They seem to have a fair amount of activities for the residents to do. It seems to me to be a good value for the cost.
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.
North Ridge Health and Rehab is an assisted living community located in New Hope, Minnesota. Our residence is only a matter of minutes from New Hope's numerous religious organizations, shopping centers, and restaurants. However, we're also in a beautiful, residential area that offers our...
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I just love it here. It's better than any place I've ever been. They have a big area for you to sit where you can read a book. There's a nice pond in the back and a walking area. There's a lot of...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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 Little Canada 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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Cost of independent living in Minneapolis, MN

The average cost of senior living in Minneapolis is $3,265 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fridley, MN with an average of $3,154 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Minneapolis, MN vs. nearby cities

Minneapolis, MN
$3,265/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Minneapolis, MN vs. the state and national average

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$3,265/mo
U.S. national average
$4,125/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Minneapolis vs. other types of senior living

$4,249/mo
Independent Living
$3,265/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Minneapolis, MN by room type

Semi-Private
$3,965/mo
Studio
$4,544/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,399/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,670/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Minneapolis over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Minneapolis

Recent reviews for independent living in Minneapolis

Parkshore Senior Campus in Saint Louis Park, MN

4.9
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 based on our experience so far we would recommend the Parkshore Senior Campus to other ...
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Bel Rae Senior Living in Mounds View, MN

4.7
We chose Bel Rae Senior Living because of the newness of the building, the friendly and helpful staff members, and the overall accommodations as well. He has a 1 bedroom apartment and it is a little on the smaller side if your have more furniture. The food is ok and they keep striving to improve ...
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Meadow Woods - Martin Luther Campus in Bloomington, MN

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 ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Active social calendar with a wide range of activities. Many reviews mention the abundance of activities available at various senior living communities, allowing residents to stay engaged and active. At RosePointe I, residents appreciate the diversity of offerings, including regular movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more.
Friendly and helpful staff. Several residents express their gratitude for the kind and caring nature of the staff at their community. At RosePointe II, for example, the staff's responsiveness and dedication to the well-being of the residents are frequently mentioned.
Individually tailored dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, top-quality meals and dining experiences stand out as a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At RosePointe I, the chef caters to individual preferences and dietary restrictions, ensuring that mealtimes are enjoyable for all.
Comfortable and clean living spaces. Reviews consistently highlight cleanliness as a priority, with some commenting on the upkeep of private rooms and communal areas. For instance, at Chandler Place, residents enjoy the quiet, clean atmosphere and the beautiful outdoor spaces.
A sense of community among residents. Several residents mention the strong sense of community at their senior living community, which makes for a welcoming and inclusive environment. At The Wellington Senior Living, for example, the staff's efforts to facilitate social connections among residents have led to many new friendships.
Thoughtful accommodations for varying levels of care. Reviews mention the thoughtful accommodations provided at various communities to cater to the diverse needs of their residents, whether they require assistance with daily living activities or are more independent. At The Waters of Edina, for instance, the Waters of Edina offers a range of serv ...
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Minneapolis independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Minneapolis independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Minneapolis, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Minneapolis independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Minneapolis partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.9%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Minneapolis independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Minneapolis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Minneapolis, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.2%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
29.3%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Minneapolis independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Minneapolis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Minneapolis, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
35.1%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.1%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.9%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.4%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.3%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.1%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.4%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.5%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.8%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
36.6%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
17.3%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.3%
40.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34%
47.5%
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Related senior services in Minneapolis, Minnesota

In Minneapolis, MN, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

The city of Minneapolis is consistently ranked as one of the most bikeable cities in the country, with miles of trails and bike-only lanes. Public transit is available through Minnesota Metro Transit, which operates bus lines all over the Twin Cities and the surrounding metropolitan area. The city also operates two light rails lines — the Green line, which runs from the business district of Minneapolis to St. Paul, and covers the University of Minnesota campus on both the east and west banks of the Mississippi, and the Blue line, which extends from downtown all the way to the southern suburb of Bloomington.

Minneapolis offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, with the Hennepin County Medical Center as a prominent option.

Minneapolis is a vibrant city with a deeply rooted love for music, food, and the outdoors. Known for their “Minnesota nice” attitudes, the people of Minneapolis tend to be friendlier than your average city dweller. The city has a number of museums, one of the most interesting and unique of which is the Mill City Museum, located on the banks of the Mississippi River. The former site of a large flour mill owned by General Mills, this historical museum also has tons of outdoor walking paths that follow the banks of the Mississippi all throughout the Twin Cities.

For food, Nicollet Avenue, or ‘Eat Street,’ has tons of award-winning and affordable dining options that highlight the city’s diversity. Shopping enthusiasts will appreciate that the city runs a direct bus route to the Mall of America, one of the largest shopping centers in the world, with hundreds of retail stores. Minneapolis is also a treat for professional sports fans — local teams include the Vikings (NFL), the Wild (NHL), the Twins (MLB), and the Timberwolves (NBA).

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RidgePointe Senior Living, RosePointe I and The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Minneapolis, Minnesota. See full list of communities.

There are 220 independent living facilities near Minneapolis, Minnesota. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Minneapolis, Minnesota are RosePointe I, The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community and Gable Pines. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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