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10 Best Nursing Homes in Elk River, MN
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Elk River nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Elk River, MN may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Elk River or another care type is right for you. Browse 15 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Elk River.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Victory, Cleveland and Humboldt Industrial Area.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Salida, Becker and Enfield.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Elk River, MN
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12 reviews
My loved one is currently a resident at Elk River Senior Living and the overall experience has been very good so far. It is a nice facility, I enjoy the residents and the staff. I would recommend Elk River...
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.
Built in 2018, Elk River Senior Living is a family owned senior living community nestled in the heart of Elk River. With 98 apartments, we offer independent living, assisted living as well as memory care. We pride ourselves on our welcoming residents and compassionate staff. Our team focuses on...
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Mom hasn't really participated in the activities, so we cannot rate. She said not much variety on the breakfast. However, yes we would recommend The Wellstead to other families, we love the facility.
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.
DIAMONDCREST at the Wellstead of Rogers is a beautiful four story private pay assisted living facility with an impressive stone exterior. The 'center' core of this state-of-the-art facility provides special resident amenities to include a dining room, Captain's lounge and bar, movie theater,...
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We do think they tried very hard when it came to the meals and dining experience. They did have good activities like arts and crafts and different painting classes. Based on the experience we have had so far...
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.
Keller Lake Commons is an assisted living facility located on the shores of Keller Lake in Big Lake, Minnesota. Residing at Keller Lake Commons brings some pretty terrific benefits which include exceptional assistance with your daily living needs along with the opportunity to become part of a...
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The kind words and deeds while helping and working with a woman who is dealing with MS is reassuring for the family knowing that we have found the right home away from home for her. Yes, the building is...
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 Ramsey is a 32 private suite Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Community that provides quality care to our seniors, with a personal touch. Our communities are small and intimate, providing a cozy warm atmosphere that feels like home. Suite Living is locally owned and...
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This facility is very spacious and beautiful. It is a bit pricey, but so are a lot of retirement communities in the area. The staff is wonderful and they treat the residents well. The other residents here...
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.
About The Legacy of St. Michael Senior Living CommunitySt. Michael is a growing community of over 16,000 people with diverse business opportunities and we are the only Senior Community that offers Housing with Services for our seniors. We are only 25 minutes to downtown Minneapolis and 35 miles...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Elk River, MN
The average cost of senior living in Elk River is $4,032 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Big Lake, MN with an average of $3,679 per month.
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Elk River
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Elk River
Edgemont Place in Blaine, MN
5.0
My mom was only there for not quite a month and a half and then she passed away. But while she was there they were all so nice to her, and always made sure she was included in activities. I really felt that she was at a good place there.
The food was very good, and if she wasn't hungry at meal ...
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The Residence at North Ridge in New Hope, MN
5.0
Mom has made lots of friends and stuff, but she really doesn't want to be there.
She is keeping busy so that is good for our family.
The place is very nice and the staff is wonderful.
Sometimes there are some aides that don't get along with her or she doesn't really care for them but all for ...
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Monticello St. Benedict's Community
4.0
Things are going pretty good at this community. Dad seems to like the food and they they offer daily activities. The staff take good care of him and we have good communication with them. I would recommend this community.
Elk River nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elk River nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elk River, 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 Elk River nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Elk River that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.1%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.2%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
22.2%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.4%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Elk River nursing homes
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 Elk River Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elk River, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.6%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elk River nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Elk River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elk River, MNNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
1.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Elk River nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Elk River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elk River, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elk River nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Elk River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
0.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Copperfield Hill, The Wellstead of Rogers and Diamondcrest and Stoney River Assisted Living and Memory Support are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Elk River, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 15 nursing homes facilities near Elk River, Minnesota. See the full list.
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