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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sterling Center, MN
If you’re looking for independent living in the Sterling Center area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Sterling Center. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 77 independent living facilities in Sterling Center, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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Cost of independent living in Sterling Center, MN
The average cost of senior living in Sterling Center is $2,830 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lewisville, MN with an average of $1,750 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Sterling Center
Recent reviews for independent living in Sterling Center
Mankato Lodge Senior Living
5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at Mankato Lodge Senior Living and the whole experience was great. The cleanliness and friendliness were great. The staff, care services and value for cost were also great. I would recommend Mankato Lodge Senior Living to others.
Traditions of Waterville
5.0
My mother has been living at Traditions of Waterville for nearly two years. She began in Assisted Living and now lives in Memory Care. What most impresses me is the longevity of the staff who work there. Not only is there little turn over, but they like their job, and truly care for the ...
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Water's Edge in Mankato, MN
4.9
Waters edge has a lot of activities for all residents. Lots of residents that are easy to talk to and interact with! [name removed] and [name removed] the cooks really go above and beyond to make sure there is good food to eat and fit everybody's diets!
Sterling Center independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sterling Center independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sterling Center, 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 Sterling Center 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 Sterling Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.2%
19.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13%
32.5%
No sugar
No sugar
9.1%
30%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.5%
31.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.9%
7.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Sterling Center 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 Sterling Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
34.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.9%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
13%
35.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.2%
16.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sterling Center 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 Sterling Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
22.1%
43.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.4%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.8%
47.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.9%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
52.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.1%
41.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.1%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.9%
39.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26%
45.6%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
45.3%
Dances
Dances
10.4%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13%
38.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.1%
45.1%
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Water's Edge, Brookdale Mankato and New Perspective Mankato are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sterling Center, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
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