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Assisted living costs in Rice County average about $4,468 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 395 communities in Rice County. Our detailed directory has 4569 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Owatonna, Faribault and Lakeville.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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i like living at Autumnn Grace. Sometimes i get frustratd with myself for not being able to do my ADL'S. Someone is always here to assist me. it has been two years since living here. i like it.
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.
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My husband says he likes living at this community. The staff are real nice to him and make the residents feel like family. They are interactive with the residents and encourage them to participate in some of...
Provides: Memory Care
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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 Advanced Memory Care—Cottage Grove offers advanced memory care services in a warm, welcoming, home-like environment.At White Pine, we specialize in serving people with advanced levels of dementia who need a secure environment with 24-hour caregivers on staff. We offer a safe and...
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My Mother was only here for a month but the time she was here, it was excellent. All of the staff members were wonderful and I could not be more pleased with the care she got. The quality of 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.
White Pine Advanced Assisted Living and Memory Care of Mendota Heights 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.A great alternative to yesterday's nursing...
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I would highly recommend this facility. All of the staff members were very nice, helpful and well trained. They really try to bring out the best in each of the residents. The food was awesome and it was all...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: 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.
LuAnn's Place is a licensed residential care home that provides outstanding cares, services and 24/7 supervision for seniors in an intimate home environment. We offer private bedrooms, ADLs, medication administration, home-cooked meals, laundry, housekeeping, activities, socializing, exercise,...
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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
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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.
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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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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I recently admitted my mother in this facility and so far, it has been nothing but smooth sailing. My mom has been telling me how happy she was with the staff that truly care for her needs and the fun...
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.
When loved ones encounter memory issues, unique challenges arise for the person affected and their family members. Our professional caregivers are committed to providing the 'person-centered' care which meets the specific needs of each individual. We help families gain quality time with their...
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The size of the room is perfect. The facility is clean and nice. [name removed] is amazing. My Dad is already making friends and loving his new community.
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.
The Glenn West St. Paul is a faith-based retirement home for adults 55+, offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Residents enjoy maintenance-free living, chef-prepared meals, exceptional hospitality, attentive health services, compassionate care, enriching activities,...
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Overall, the service is great. However, I have experienced some problems with my meds. Not knowing when I'm getting a new one and not always sure what they are for.
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.
With ample walking paths and an adjacent park, Monarch Meadows offers easy access to nature, providing opportunities for reflection and rejuvenation. Our structured programs are designed to enrich our residents' lives by promoting spiritual, recreational or educational benefits with each...
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Meals started out great but when chef changed they weren't as good. For activities, a little more variety in musicians coming in would have been nice. Religious Sunday service was just televised. Price...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Birchwood Cottages specializes in memory care, providing assisted living services in an enhanced care home-like setting.PEOPLE are the heart of Birchwood Cottages. We support meaningful connections between team members and residents. This fosters an uplifting and positive environment in which to...
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Photo of The Glenn
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This is a much better place then the place he was living in, in Florida. Might be a little spendy but they have a lot of additional support, especially in the dependent care side. The food is great. I would...
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.
OverviewThe Glenn Hopkins (formerly St. Therese Southwest) has been providing exceptional service to the senior community for 30 years beginning in 1988. Our caring staff have a combined experience level of over 50 years in the senior care service industry. Many of our staff have extensive...
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[Name removed] treats you just like family. He wants the residents to feel at home here. The staff are very understanding and kind to work with. [Name removed] prepares homemade meals for the residents...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: 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.
Highland Homes and Services provides your loved one with the best traditional family style assisted living experience. We have newly remodeled modern residential homes with a maximum of only 6 residents to 1 staff member per home. This ensures our residents get the highest level of personal care,...
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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
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.
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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I want you and all of Grace House staff to know how deeply grateful I am to all of you for your work with [name removed] in these last eight or nine months. I know what a difference you made for [name...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: 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.
Rakhma is not 'a home'; rather it is home, where friends sing together, take walks together, and forgive repeated stories. Rakhma was a pioneer in offering alternatives to the typical long-term care setting, and has been a beacon of light for many families struggling with the devastating effects...
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.Cleanliness of the facility 4 but they're planning to replace all the carpet soon so that would make it a 5. Some of the décor is not the most modern but it's definitely clean and presentable and for the...
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.
Finding the right senior living community means finding a place where your loved one can feel comfortable, supported, and at home, while giving you confidence in the care available each day. At StoryPoint Highland Park, assisted living and memory care options offer personalized support in a...
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Photo of West Ridge Hills and Estates Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Our initial tour was great. After that there were some transitions in management. The staff are friendly. I noticed there hasn’t been follow through with requests to fix certain things in my mom’s room....
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.
Our assisted living community in West St. Paul, Minn., offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into creative projects, happy hour socials, card and board games, lively meals, fitness classes, fun outings and anything else that you want to do. And there’s always the...
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Very friendly but some of the staff need more training. The buiding is older but most things are fixed within a few days. Smaller community, which is nice. They need more choices & variety on the food menu,...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
As you and your family consider care for your loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia, we can help. Our community in St. Paul, Minn., in a quiet residential neighborhood near Kaposia Park, offers a safe environment and exceptional memory care. Memory care services in a safe,...
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It's an ok place to live, I've seen better & worse. Care is better if the person living there can speak for themselves. Occasional complaints of the food sometimes being boring & the same dessert for both...
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.
Vista Prairie at River Heights provides seniors with assisted living in the great city of Saint Paul, Ramsey County, Minnesota. Those who visit Saint Paul will find that the city has much to offer. Guests of our residents will want to check out the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory, as well as the...
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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.
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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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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This facility is a great fit for my loved one. The staff are friendly and attentive. The food is great. His apartment is comfortable. It's a bit far from the elevator, but he manages. The pricing matched his...
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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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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MY WIFE'S MOM STAYED AT CHAPEL VIEW AND SHE APPRECIATED THE STAFF AND THE FACILITY. IT'S HARD TO PROVIDE CARE THAT MAKES FAMILIES HAPPY BECAUSE IT'S NOT LIKE HOME BUT CHAPEL VIEW DOES A GREAT JOB. MANAGMENT...
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.
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 Care Corporation offers four independent living/with services and assisted living communities with a Christian Focus:...
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The staff were friendly, caring and professional. The facility was comfortable and clean. I felt my family member got great care there for a good value.
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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Rice County, MN

The average cost of senior living in Rice County is $4,468 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Steele County, MN with an average of $4,238 per month.

Assisted living costs in Rice County, MN, vs. nearby counties

Rice County, MN
$4,468/mo

Assisted living costs in Rice County, MN, vs. state and national averages

Rice County, MN
$4,468/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

Assisted living costs in Rice County, MN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
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$6,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Rice County, MN, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,903/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,575/mo

Senior living costs in Rice County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Rice County, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRice County, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,468/mo$5,433/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$6,830/mo$7,754/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$2,900/mo$3,007/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Rice County, MN:$4,468/mo
Minnesota:$5,433/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Rice County, MN:$6,830/mo
Minnesota:$7,754/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Rice County, MN:$2,900/mo
Minnesota:$3,007/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Rice County, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Rice County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Rice County, MN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Rice County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Rice County, MN$5,522/mo$4,705/mo+17.4%
Minnesota$4,636/mo$4,901/mo-5.4%
National$4,594/mo$4,528/mo+1.5%
Rice County, MN
2024 average cost:$5,522/mo
2023 average cost:$4,705/mo
Percent change:+17.4%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$4,636/mo
2023 average cost:$4,901/mo
Percent change:-5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$4,594/mo
2023 average cost:$4,528/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Rice County, MN

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Rice County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Rice County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Rice County

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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Saint Therese of Woodbury

4.5
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, ...
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Wealshire Of Bloomington

5.0
My dad has been at Wealshire of Bloomington for almost three years. My brother and I were looking for a new place for dad as the Alzheimer's disease continued to make it hard for him to make safe decisions. He was very active and the place he was in did not fit as most residents were much ...
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Rice County review score based on 719 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 719 reviews of 395 Rice County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rice County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Rice County review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Rice County, MN395 facilities
7.8
Le Sueur County, MN296 facilities
7.7
Scott County, MN475 facilities

Review subcategories for Rice County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 719 reviews of 395 Rice County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Rice County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Rice County, MN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.2
3.4
Friendliness
3.3
3.4
Care services
2.9
3.1
Staff
3.1
3.3
Meals & dining
2.8
3.0
Activities
2.9
3.0
Value for cost*
2.8
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Rice County assisted living services and amenities

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

Availability of select care services in Rice County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Rice County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rice County, MNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61.3%
53.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
34.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.3%
57.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.9%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.8%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rice County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Rice County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rice County, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
33.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.2%
41.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.7%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rice County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Rice County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rice County, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.9%
42.3%
No sugar
No sugar
24.3%
38.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.2%
37.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.5%
19.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Rice County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Rice County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rice County, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.4%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
34.4%
38.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.2%
18.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rice County assisted 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 assisted living communities in Rice County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rice County, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.8%
47.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.5%
31.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.3%
31.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.5%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.6%
50.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.7%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.4%
39.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.8%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
48.6%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
22.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.8%
25.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.5%
47.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Rice County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Minnesota assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Rice County protect seniors.
Learn about Minnesota assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

StoryPoint Faribault, Havenwood of Burnsville and Hayden Grove St. Anthony are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Rice County, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 395 assisted living facilities near Rice County, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Rice County, Minnesota are Havenwood of Richfield, Gable Pines and Copperfield Hill. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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