48 Assisted Living Communities in Dakota County, Minnesota

The average cost of assisted living in the county is $4,425 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the county, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 48 Assisted Living Communities in Dakota County and several in surrounding areas. The Cost of Senior Care in Dakota County, MN

Assisted Living: $4,425
Nursing Home Care: $8,491
In-home Care: $5,529
Adult Day Health Services: $1,798

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Reviews of Assisted Living Facilities in Dakota County

Amelia Smith

October 12, 2022

I visited this facilityReview of Emerald Crest of Burnsville

The facility is nice and loving and caring staff members, but the only thing is there are no activities happening in House 1 because of no Activity Assistant and I don’t know why I understand some of the residents are not active but they still need help in there. When I went to House 3 the activity coordinator was not helping at all either.

Kay

June 4, 2021

I visited this facilityReview of The Rivers

We liked The Rivers. We enjoyed it. We enjoyed the facilities and everything it had there; but at this time, we aren't quite ready to sell our house. We went to see both independent and assisted living. We are thinking of going into independent and then get the services a la carte. That is the way we wanted to go, but we were not sure. The facilities were perfect for what we wanted. It did not give us an impression of going to a motel. The other places sort of gave you the impression that you were going to a motel where your suppers are going to be taken care of. I am just not that type of person. I feel like I could do things in the kitchen, have people over, and have the kids come over. The spirit of the building was there for me. The people were talkative. They met in their little groups. They talked and greeted us when we came in. People were visiting the place like family members, young and old. They were coming in and out of the place. We were able to try the food. They sent us home with meals, and it was very, very good.

C.P.

May 2, 2021

I visited this facilityReview of Brookdale Inver Grove Heights

We looked at Brookdale Inver Grove Heights. It was a nice facility, though it was a little older. They did not have a lot of people there, so for someone who didn't want to interact with others it would be a good place to explore. The staff who helped with the tour was a very nice lady and answered all of my questions. The rooms were nice as well. There was a window so you could look outside, and it wouldn't just be a dark, dull place. They went through all of their amenities, and they were very similar to what the place we picked offered, though this one is a little smaller.

J.E.

April 13, 2021

I visited this facilityReview of Brookdale West St. Paul (AL)

Brookdale West St. Paul was very nice. It's in a nice, quiet neighborhood, and overall it was comfortable. The staff was very nice too. They have a patio and a nice outside area. It gives you a nice, cheery feeling when you drive in, and the parking was good. The building and grounds were very nice and well taken care of. It's very welcoming, and they have places for people to park, so it wasn't like you were just driving into a tiny parking lot. When you walk in the door, they're very attentive right away. They have an open family room with TVs, and the food is all made there. They were just finishing up their dinner when we went there, and everybody seemed really happy in their little dining room. The residents seemed very friendly also.

Marian

January 14, 2021

I visited this facilityReview of Brookdale Eagan

I went to Brookdale Eagan. It's friendly, nice, and very inviting. The room was very nice. The staff was super, super nice, and super friendly. They would do reading, they would read the newspaper and then talk about it, they watch movies together, they had a craft room, they had an outdoor gathering space, and they had a small kitchen where you could do a small dinner with your family. It was very clean and very nice.

Brenda

December 15, 2020

I am a friend or relative of a current/past residentReview of Brookdale Eagan

Brookdale Eagan is great. They're really good to my mother-in-law. It was a good move and she likes it there. They're really attentive and we're really happy with it. The staff is very friendly and very cooperative. No matter what you want to do they are quick to resolve things. The care is great and she really likes it. They interact and she interacts with the people there a lot. Her room is quite large. She can have her own chair, her favorite belongings, her pictures and her bed, and she's got her own TV set. She has a bathroom in her room, too. She's really happy there cause she has some of her belongings there. We dropped the furniture off, they're the ones that decorated it and hung all the pictures on the walls. It was very warm and cozy. Because of the COVID they have the outdoor patio where we sit with her and visit. She said the food is OK. They're not doing much because of COVID, but they do have a lot of activities, like bingo, and they're trying to engage the people.

Gail

November 25, 2020

I am a friend or relative of a current/past residentReview of The Rivers

The Rivers were able to offer something else to reduce the rate for my mom. She's in the independent living part. Very nice facilities. Recently there was a hard time for them to keep up like the upkeep of the appliances and things. She has a sun room, a living room, balcony, and then bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen. Lots of daily scheduled activities. I think they have a workout pool.

October 4, 2020

I visited this facilityReview of The Rivers

My tour at The Rivers was a really positive experience. The tour guide that we had was very professional but she was also really sweet. She really took the time to find out what my dad needs were, and the things he enjoyed doing. She tried to explain some of the things that they do there that fit with the things that make him happy. The facility was very clean, and the dining area was really nice. I love that they have a lot of open space outside. Dad really enjoys being outside so that's helpful. They also have a dog run and they allow pets, which is really important for my dad because he's got a little dog. They actually even have a pet spa or pet bath, so that was an extra plus. The apartment itself was plenty big for what my dad needs. It was very spacious and very clean. As far as the cabinet and appliances, everything looked really well cared for and up-to-date. There was a lot of natural light, which dad really likes. It was a really positive experience. They also have underground parking. They have an exercise room, a couple of library areas, as well as a good-sized activity room. They aren't doing a lot of activities now because of COVID. They have a whole list of activities that they usually have, e.g., playing cards, church services, sit-and-paint thing, have some different arts and craft type things, different groups that come in and perform music; it was fabulous. The Rivers is the one that my dad was most interested in.

Richard

August 18, 2019

I visited this facilityReview of Brookdale Eagan

Brookdale Eagan was nice. They showed me the rooms and the facilities. The residents seemed happy and well taken care of. I would recommend them. The staff was very nice, very helpful, very willing to accommodate our needs, and they allow pets. I would rate the rooms very well.

Map of Dakota County, Minnesota

Assisted Living Costs in Dakota County

According to the 2018 Genworth Cost of Care study, Dakota County has an average assisted living cost of $4,425 per month, which is the highest in the state and $425 above both the state and national averages. Mankato ($4,393) and Duluth ($4,250) have lower costs than Dakota County, while in St. Cloud, assisted living is the least expensive in the state at $3,716 per month.

Note: Senior care cost data wasn’t available for Dakota County. Data for the nearest major city, Minneapolis, was used instead.

Care Cost Comparison

Senior care costs are primarily determined by the type of care required. In Dakota County, this is reflected in the variation between assisted living and nursing home care costs in particular. While assisted living averages $4,425 per month, nursing home care is over $4,000 more expensive at $8,491. In-home care costs are significantly higher than assisted living at $5,529 per month for homemaker services and $5,815 for home health aide care. However, these in-home rates don’t include costs such as rent or mortgage payments, food and general upkeep, which are usually included in the room-and-board portion of assisted living fees.

Senior Care Cost Comparison Chart

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Dakota County

Medicaid in Minnesota

Medical Assistance is Minnesota’s state Medicaid program. It provides low-income state residents with free health care coverage for a variety of services such as primary care, inpatient hospital and ambulatory care, prescription medications and emergency transportation.

Medical Assistance helps senior citizens in a number of ways. While the state plan covers the cost of nursing home care and basic home health services, there are Medicaid waivers available to provide additional coverage for seniors who require long-term care, including assisted living.

To qualify for Medical Assistance as an elderly person, applicants must be 65 years of age or older and meet the program’s financial requirements. Individual applicants can have a maximum income of $1,012 per month and no more than $3,000 in countable assets, while married couples can have a monthly income of $1,372 and no more than $6,000 in assets.

Some assets are exempt, including the applicant’s home, vehicle, personal belongings and household furnishings.

To apply for Medical Assistance, seniors can call the Minnesota Health Care Programs help desk at (800) 657-3739.

Elderly Waiver

Seniors who require a nursing level of care and wish to avoid admission into a nursing home may be able to access care services through the Medical Assistance Elderly waiver. Covered services include skilled nursing, personal care, residential services, transitional counseling and specialized medical equipment and supplies.

To qualify for the Elderly waiver, applicants must be financially eligible for Medical Assistance. They must also be aged 65 or older and be assessed as needing care through the long-term care consultation process.

To apply for the Elderly waiver, seniors can contact the Senior LinkAge line at (800) 333-2433.

Community Access for Disability Inclusion Waiver

The CADI waiver provides assisted living and personal care services to disabled persons who require a nursing facility level of care. Under this waiver, participants are eligible to receive care in their own home, a caregiver’s home or an assisted living facility. The waiver may also cover transitional services, skilled nursing care, independent living skills training, family counseling and nonmedical transportation services.

Applicants must be aged 64 or younger when applying but can continue to receive coverage after reaching age 65.

To apply for the CADI waiver, applicants in Dakota County can contact the Minnesota Department of Human Services office in St. Paul at (651) 554-5742 or Apple Valley at (952) 891-7400.

Other Financial Assistance Programs for Assisted Living

Minnesota Housing Support Program

The Housing Support program helps low-income seniors pay room-and-board costs in a licensed and approved long-term care facility. The maximum benefit the program offers is $904 per month.

To qualify for the Housing Support program, seniors are allowed:

Monthly income of $750 and $2,000 in countable assets per individual

Monthly income of $1,125 and $3,000 in countable assets per couple

Seniors can apply for the Housing Support program online or call MDHS at (651) 431-2000.

Minnesota Supplemental Aid

Minnesota Supplemental Aid offers additional financial assistance to seniors and disabled individuals who receive Supplemental Security Income. The benefit can help recipients pay for basic needs and costs not covered by Medical Assistance. The benefit amount is determined by the recipient’s income and living arrangement.

To qualify for the MSA as an elderly person, applicants must be 65 years of age or older. Applicants aged 64 and under may be eligible if they receive federal SSI benefits. SSI recipients applying for the benefit are limited to $2,000 in countable assets, while elderly applicants who don’t receive SSI are allowed a maximum of $10,000.

Seniors can apply for MSA benefits online or by calling MDHS at (651) 431-2000.

Senior Centers

There are three senior centers in Dakota County where older residents can participate in social and educational activities with their peers. In most cases, activities are free of charge. Some of the programs offered include technology classes, driver safety programs, supervised day trips, support groups and special interest clubs.

Thompson Park Activity Center
1200 Stassen Ln., West St. Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8300

Apple Valley Senior Center
14601 Hayes Rd., Apple Valley, MN 55124
(952) 953-2345

Burnsville Senior Center
200 W Burnsville Pkwy. #102, Burnsville, MN 55337
(952) 707-4120

Senior Advocacy and Support Services

A variety of advocacy programs and services are offered by the Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging and the Minnesota Board on Aging. Seniors can receive immediate assistance in times of need and services that include benefits assistance and mediation, elder abuse support and caregiver support. Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging
1265 Grey Fox Rd., Arden Hills, MN 55112
(651) 641-8612 Minnesota Board on Aging
540 Cedar St., St. Paul, MN 55155
(651) 431-2500

Veterans Services

Dakota County Veterans Services provides veterans and their spouses with assistance and support. Services provided include benefit counseling and community resource referrals.

Veterans Services Northern Service Center
1 Mendota Rd. W, West St. Paul, MN 55118
(651) 554-6600

Veterans Services Western Service Center
14955 Galaxie Ave., Apple Valley, MN 55124
(952) 891-7570

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48 Assisted Living Communities in Dakota County, Minnesota

Assisted Living Facilities near Dakota County, Minnesota

Brookdale West St. Paul (AL)

Brookdale Inver Grove Heights

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Carefree Living Burnsville

The Lodge on Summit Oaks

Suite Living of Inver Grove Heights

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Suite Living of Burnsville

The Rivers

Timber Hills

Kingsley Shores Senior Living

White Pine Assisted Living and Memory Care

Regent at Burnsville

Inver Glen Senior Living

Highview Hills

The Fountains at Hosanna

Oak Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care

Ebenezer Ridges Geriatric Care Center

Emerald Crest of Burnsville

Valley Ridge

Vista Prairie at River Heights

The Legacy Of Farmington

Stonehaven of Eagan

The Rosemount Senior Living at Steeple Center

White Pine Advanced Assisted Living of Inver Grove Heights

Benedictine Living Community-Regina

Arbors at Ridges

Trinity Terrace

Brookview Cottage

Brookview Cottage, Inc.

Assured Care Burnsville

BeeHive Homes of Lakeville

Euclid Manor

Gemini Manor

Humboldt Manor

Iceland Manor

Roy Manor

Spy Glass Manor

Birchwood

Cardenas Friendship House

Common Sense Services for Seniors

Gemini Manor

House of Curry

Inverhaven

Jack Daws Place - CLOSED

Marian Center Of St Paul

Parkwood Heights

Rosemount Plaza

Rosewood

Sunrise of Roseville

Gable Pines

Brookdale Edina

The Glenn Hopkins

Ecumen Seasons at Maplewood

Sunrise of Edina

Ecumen Lakeview Commons

Ecumen Seasons at Apple Valley

The Glenn of Minnetonka

Sunrise of Minnetonka

Copperfield Hill

Flourish Senior Living

Meridian Manor

Sunrise of Golden Valley

NorBella Senior Living - Prior Lake

Meadow Ridge Senior Living

Chapel View Senior Health & Living Senior Living Community

Broadwell Senior Living - Plymouth

Ecumen Prairie Lodge

Summit Hill Senior Living

Ecumen Centennial House

NorBella Senior Living - Savage

Hayden Grove Senior Living

Cerenity Residence - White Bear Lake

Covenant Living of Golden Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care

Elim Shores

Minnehaha Senior Living

Maple Hill Senior Living

Bel Rae Senior Living