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Alzheimer’s care in Albert Lea incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Albert Lea memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Albert Lea, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
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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.
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.
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.
About ABCM CorporationOakwood Care Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the individuals we 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
SisterCare is a 14 room cottage style Assisted Living Facility located in Blue Earth, MN. Blue Earth is located in Southern Minnesota at the intersections of Interstate I-90 and HWY 169. SisterCare is located just 1 block off of the Main Street. We are located close to banking, grocery...
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Staff has been helpful and courteous to me. Mom has been happy about her dealings with them .
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.
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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.
Elmore Assisted Living, founded in 2015, is an exciting new addition to the town of Elmore, MN. Our focus is to provide modest, economical housing accommodations that promote independence and well-being, with support available when needed. Residents live simply while not sacrificing quality of...
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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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
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: 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.
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This is a very well maintained and nice looking community. My mother is doing very well since her move. She has adjusted well to it. They have a good staff here, they have been very welcoming and helpful....
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.
Traditions of Waterville offers many different options to fit different lifestyles. -Private dining area that is reservable for private parties-Guest room apartments available for rent-A cozy fireplace nook -A wide variety of activities for everyone! Regular musical entertainment and pie...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
About ABCM CorporationConcord Care Center is owned by ABCM Corporation, Hampton, IA. ABCM is a multi-facility provider offering top-quality, long-term care services unmatched in the state of Iowa. We believe in a Person Directed Care approach to long-term care, encouraging the individuals we 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, 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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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...
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: 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: 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.
Cost of memory care in Albert Lea, MN
The average cost of senior living in Albert Lea is $3,762 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bricelyn, MN with an average of $2,561 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Albert Lea, MN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Albert Lea, MN vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Albert Lea
Recent reviews for memory care in Albert Lea
Homestead of Mason City
4.0
Compared to other homes in the area they are most cost effective. In regards to my other numbers 3 is average. Could do a little more activity but being a smaller size I know they are limited with staff. Overall experience has been good so far.
Milestone Senior Living Faribault
5.0
We like that this community does accept some Veterans Assistance benefits. The staff are very nice and encourage my husband to participate in some of the daily activities. The food is wonderful and the community is well maintained. This community is in a good location for family to visit. I ...
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Mill City Senior Living in Faribault, MN
4.0
Overall it has been a very good experience. Mom and dad like it there. Like all places they are short on staff, but staff they have have been wonderful. The rooms are large. They have a washer and dryer in each room. They have everything that they could need. My mom needs a lot of help and they ...
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Albert Lea review score based on 96 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 96 reviews of 85 Albert Lea memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Albert Lea review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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
Albert Lea review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Albert Lea memory care
When memory care 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 96 reviews of 85 Albert Lea memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Albert Lea resident and family memory care 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.Albert Lea, MN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Albert Lea memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Albert Lea memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Albert Lea, 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 Albert Lea memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Albert Lea that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Albert Lea, MNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41.2%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10.6%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.5%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
43.5%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.5%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.8%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
31.8%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
36.5%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Albert Lea memory care
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 Albert Lea Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Albert Lea, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.6%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.6%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Albert Lea memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Albert Lea partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Albert Lea, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.6%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
16.5%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.5%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.2%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Albert Lea memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Albert Lea communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Albert Lea, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.2%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.5%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
20%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Albert Lea memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Albert Lea offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.9%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.6%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.3%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.5%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.6%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.9%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.8%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.8%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
35.3%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
17.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.6%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.9%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Water's Edge, Mankato Lodge Senior Living and Brookdale Mankato are the top-rated memory care facilities near Albert Lea, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 106 memory care facilities near Albert Lea, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Albert Lea, Minnesota is Water's Edge. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 106 memory care facilities near you in Albert Lea, Minnesota typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Albert Lea, Minnesota, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Albert Lea, Minnesota, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Albert Lea, Minnesota ranges from $567 to $7795. The average Memory Care cost in Albert Lea, Minnesota is $3,762. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Albert Lea, Minnesota typically starts at $567. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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