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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Waseca County 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 Waseca County, 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 Waseca County or another care type is right for you. Browse 157 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Waseca County.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Waseca County, MN
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The nurse's at this community are truly wonderful. They really care about their residents. The meals that are provided in this community are great. The only problem is they seem to have a different chef of...
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I would tell others looking that they are having a hard time getting quality qualified personal just like all the other facilities in the area that are in the same business so the turn over rate is high....
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.
Whispering OaksWhispering Oaks assisted living community is located in Ellendale, MN. Ellendale was incorporated in 1901, and came about when the railroad came through. It was named after the railroad president’s wife. You’ll find "country style living" here in a small and quiet town. Churches...
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This is a good community for care. I like knowing that the community us very clean and maintained. The community offers outstanding activities for all of the residents. The menu is good and I like knowing...
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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.
Cottagewood Senior Community Memory Care is an assisted living community located in breathtaking, Mankato, Minnesota. Mankato is home to Minnesota State University and its is known for its beautiful landscapes , backdrops and family values. Mankato has a number of parks and trails for visiting...
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Our daughter felt like she was home for the first time. She has had difficulties adjusting from home life to group home life and the staff made her feel so welcomed. She picked out a color for her room and...
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I'm so thankful for finding this community for mom they are friendly and attentive to her needs.The food is comfort food and is great. It'ss really clean in there and the grounds are well maintained. Mom...
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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.
Valleyview of Northfield (formerly Lindenwood) is located in a quiet, suburban Northfield neighborhood. We offer 40 individual rooms and 3 couple rooms for assisted living/memory care on a convenient one-level campus. Living at Valleyview of Northfield is much like living at home in a one-story...
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The food at this community was good and the community is well maintained. My husband loved living here and the staff went above and beyond to make sure he was taken care of. Some of the staff have worked...
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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.
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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.
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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.
A carefree life is what you'll find at Medford Senior Care. We are a vibrant senior living community with inviting open spaces, a robust menu of services and amenities to enjoy with your family and friends without the worries of everyday living.
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.
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.
Provides: Memory Care
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.
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.
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
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.
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, 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
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
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.
Cost of nursing homes in Waseca County, MN
The average cost of senior living in Waseca County is $3,671 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wells, MN with an average of $2,954 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Waseca County, MN vs. nearby counties
Waseca County, MN
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Waseca County, MN vs. the state and national average
Waseca County, MN
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Waseca County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Waseca County, MN by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Waseca County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Waseca County
New Perspective Prior Lake
4.7
We chose New Perspective Prior Lake over others that we looked at because the facility was close by, she could be independent in her own apartment and could add services when needed. It was clean, food is good and staff is friendly. All of the staff have been very helpful. We haven't tried many ...
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Birchwood Cottages - Owatonna
5.0
I wish we had moved my mom here years earlier. I see photos of her and she is dressed up like her old self and her hair is combed nicely. They have good activities, even if she is not actually participating she is sitting at the table interacting with the other residents. They have a Facebook ...
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Old Main Village in Mankato, MN
5.0
Old Main is a beautiful place to work. The staff are so welcoming and willing to help you anyway they can. The residents are equally welcoming and helpful. Great atmosphere and overall positive place to work!
Waseca County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waseca County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waseca 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 Waseca County 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 Waseca County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Waseca County, MNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.1%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
70.4%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
71.9%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
71.1%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25.9%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Waseca County 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 Waseca County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Waseca County, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.8%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.1%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.9%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waseca County 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 Waseca County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waseca County, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.7%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.3%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
14.8%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Waseca County 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 Waseca County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waseca County, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.9%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
18.5%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waseca County 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 Waseca County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waseca County, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
25.2%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.9%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.8%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.1%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.1%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
14.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.7%
0.4%
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Water's Edge, Mankato Lodge Senior Living and Brookdale Mankato are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Waseca County, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
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