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8 Best Memory Care Facilities in Mae, MN

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If your loved one needs memory care in Mae, A Place for Mom can help. With 8 memory care facilities in Mae, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Mae incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Mae memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Mae, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Aitkin, Crosslake and Crosby.
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Photo of Golden Horizons of Crosslake
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8.6
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8.6
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14 reviews
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7%
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7%
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Very knowledgeable district director. She did an excellent job with the tour. Facility looked great. I loved the outside area. I was ready to place my husband there in spite of the long drive. However, we...
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.
Golden Horizons of Crosslake Golden Horizons of Crosslake is a community that provides assisted living in serene Crosslake, MN. Seniors are allowed to live independently as possible at the same time receiving health services and personal care. The community's apartments and health care services...
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8.0
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8.0
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4 star
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We picked them because it was close to his home & he knew staff, and residents already. They offered the memory care unit along with assisted living
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.
The Golden Horizons of Aitkin is a assisted living community located in the beautiful, rustic town of Aitkin, Aitkin County, Minnesota. Here you will get the chance to enjoy the great outdoors, with the various lakes, parks with walking trails, and recreational activities. Whether you love to...
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8.0
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8.0
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I recently had the pleasure of visiting River's Edge, an assisted living community where my grandmother resides, and I have nothing but positive things to say about it. From the moment I walked in, I was...
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.
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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, 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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of memory care in Mae, MN

The average cost of senior living in Mae is $5,638 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Emily, MN with an average of $5,638 per month.

Memory care costs in Mae, MN, vs. state and national averages

Mae, MN
$5,638/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Mae, MN, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,638/mo

Memory care costs in Mae, MN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,024/mo
Studio
$5,162/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,133/mo

Senior living costs in Mae 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: Mae, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMae, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Memory Care$5,638/mo$7,592/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$4,259/mo$5,527/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$2,960/mo$2,945/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Mae, MN:$5,638/mo
Minnesota:$7,592/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Mae, MN:$4,259/mo
Minnesota:$5,527/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Mae, MN:$2,960/mo
Minnesota:$2,945/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Mae

Recent reviews for memory care in Mae

Rivers Edge Assisted Living in Aitkin, MN

5.0
My grandpa has been living at this assisted living facility for a year now and it has been a wonderful experience. The staff are incredibly attentive and caring, always going out of their way to make sure he is comfortable and well taken care of. The facility itself is well-maintained and has a ...
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Golden Horizons of Crosslake

5.0
The location of the facility is very close to me and they are taking good care of my mom. The facility is cheaper in crosslake than others. The staff has been very willing to let me know how she's doing and if she's eating.

Golden Horizons of Aitkin

5.0
We picked them because it was close to his home & he knew staff, and residents already. They offered the memory care unit along with assisted living

Mae review score based on 57 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 57 reviews of 7 Mae memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mae 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

Mae review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Mae, MN7 facilities
1.5
Park Rapids, MN0 facilities
8.5
Brainerd, MN0 facilities

Review subcategories for Mae 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 57 reviews of 7 Mae memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Mae 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.
Mae, MN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
3.8
Friendliness
4.4
3.9
Care services
4.3
3.6
Staff
4.3
3.7
Meals & dining
4.3
3.4
Activities
4.3
3.4
Value for cost*
4.3
3.5
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Mae memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mae memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mae, 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 Mae 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 Mae that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mae, MNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.3%
56.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11%
42.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
73.5%
75.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
82.7%
95%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40.8%
63%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
24.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
73.9%
81.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.4%
53.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
51.1%
65%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mae 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 Mae Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mae, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.4%
65.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21%
39.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.9%
61.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.8%
23.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mae 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 Mae partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mae, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.2%
24.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.2%
38.6%
No sugar
No sugar
13.1%
35.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
45%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.9%
19.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Mae 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 Mae communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mae, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.4%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
8.7%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
14.7%
32.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.2%
19.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mae 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 Mae offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mae, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
20.9%
39.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.7%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.3%
24.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42%
47.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
19.1%
44.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16%
33.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.9%
30.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.8%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
18.2%
40.8%
Dances
Dances
12.1%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6%
19.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.1%
39.7%
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State regulations for memory care in Mae

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. 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 memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Mae protect seniors.
Learn about Minnesota memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Golden Horizons of Crosslake, Golden Horizons of Aitkin and Rivers Edge Assisted Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Mae, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 8 memory care facilities near Mae, Minnesota. See the full list.
The 8 memory care facilities near you in Mae, Minnesota typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Mae, 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 Mae, 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 Mae, Minnesota ranges from $934 to $6950. The average Memory Care cost in Mae, Minnesota is $5,638. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Mae, Minnesota typically starts at $934. 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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