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If your loved one needs memory care in Summit, A Place for Mom can help. With 125 memory care facilities in Summit, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Owatonna, Albert Lea and Dodge Center.
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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.
The Beacon has a quiet, small town coziness touch, located in the heart of Mapleton, Minnesota. Country living at its finest with the comforts of excellent care, located a short distance from Mankato and Mayo Clinic Health System Hospital. You'll have peace of mind knowing the care and team are...
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My sister in law likes that this community is connected to the town library and she is able to go over anytime they are open. She has made friends and has started to participate in the trips out. The staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
The Villages of Lonsdale, located in beautiful Lonsdale, Minnesota, is operated by Three Links of Northfield, Minnesota and offers the distinctive choice for comfortable senior living. We are known for our commitment to caring for each of our residents, and our reputation and amenities reflect...
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I have had a wonderful experience with Twin Rivers! My parents are treated with great respect and if they are in need of any care, the staff is always right there willing to help. The head cook and kitchen...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
We offer independent, assisted living and memory care options. Cannon Rivers Senior Community is designed to adapt to each person's changing needs. We offer a lifestyle that provides residents and families with peace of mind knowing that a full range of personal and health care services are...
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i like living at Autumnn Grace. Sometimes i get frustratd with myself for not being able to do my ADL'S. Someone is always here to assist me. it has been two years since living here. i like it.
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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Overall, the service is great. However, I have experienced some problems with my meds. Not knowing when I'm getting a new one and not always sure what they are for.
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.
With ample walking paths and an adjacent park, Monarch Meadows offers easy access to nature, providing opportunities for reflection and rejuvenation. Our structured programs are designed to enrich our residents' lives by promoting spiritual, recreational or educational benefits with each...
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The community said they take eldercare, but I think they have only a set amount of positions open. The community is neat and clean, and the staff is very friendly. The food is good, and they do have...
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.
Arbor Garden Place Assisted Living and Memory Care Community is a staple in Minnesota for seniors who value independence, freedom of choice, and the company of those who share common values and lifestyles. Join our family of residents and staff who are committed to Embracing Every Moment!Assisted...
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My loved one is currently resident at Ecumen CountrySide and everything has been great for her so far. We have had a great experience as my loved one has transitioned from her home to Assisted Living. We...
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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Caring staff. Made our parents feel like they’re part of this community and are treated like family since day 1. Clean building and full of smiles. Highly recommended calling [name removed]and have her give...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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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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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, 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
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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.
Photo of Our House Senior Living Senior Apartments - Austin
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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.
Our Senior Apartments in Austin, MN offer seniors the opportunity to enjoy all the benefits of living in a community environment while maintaining independence and privacy. All Our House Senior Living Apartments offer a full complement of amenities and services including private apartments with...
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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.
Our beautiful Memory Care residence in Austin, Minnesota on 14th Street NW provides dignified, quality care for seniors who can no longer live alone because of dementia and other forms of memory loss. Our programs are designed to help those with cognitive needs providing a safe, nurturing and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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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.
Photo of Waters Edge
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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
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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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I liked the facility and I liked the staff that are here, they treat us well and take very good care of us. Everybody is friendly and helpful and they keep an eye on us. The food here is just typical mass...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
South Grove Lodge opened its doors in 2021 after taking over a previous community known as Primrose. Between our department heads and staff, we have nearly 50 years of combined experience in senior care. We are located in Austin, MN which has a population of roughly 25,000 people. We are...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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 memory care in Summit, MN

The average cost of senior living in Summit is $3,664 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Freeborn, MN with an average of $3,525 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Summit, MN vs. nearby cities

Summit, MN
$3,664/mo
$3,687/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Summit, MN vs. the state and national average

Summit, MN
$3,664/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Summit vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$3,664/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Summit, MN by room type

Semi-Private
$4,410/mo
Studio
$3,772/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,357/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,935/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Summit over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Summit

Recent reviews for memory care in Summit

Water's Edge in Mankato, MN

4.6
I like living here, and there is plenty to do. I enjoy the garden and taking care of the flowers and vegetables. Residents are involved in these activities, which is good. I would like to have more opportunities for dance, however.

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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New Perspective Mankato

5.0
I'am looking forward to my move to this community. It is gonna be a rough transition for me, but overall I know I will be happy in this community. This community has everything I will need. They offer many resources for their residents. I enjoy reading, and they have a lovely library. They have ...
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Summit review score based on 92 family reviews

5.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 92 reviews of 97 Summit memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Summit 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

Summit review score compared against nearby cities

5.9
Summit, MN97 facilities
7.4
Ellendale, MN13 facilities
5.9

Review subcategories for Summit 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 92 reviews of 97 Summit memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Summit 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.
Summit, MN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
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Care services
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4.2
Staff
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4.4
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Summit memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Summit memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Summit, 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 Summit 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 Summit 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
41.2%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.2%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.9%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.4%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.8%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.9%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
32%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.2%
73.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Summit 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 Summit Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
39.2%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19.6%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.1%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Summit 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 Summit partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Summit, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.2%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.5%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
15.5%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.7%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.2%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Summit 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 Summit communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
9.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.6%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
18.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Summit 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 Summit offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.9%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.5%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.4%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.2%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.1%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.2%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.6%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.9%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
33%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
14.4%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.4%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Water's Edge, Brookdale Mankato and Mankato Lodge Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Summit, Minnesota. See full list of communities.

There are 125 memory care facilities near Summit, Minnesota. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Summit, Minnesota is Water's Edge. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 125 memory care facilities near you in Summit, Minnesota typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Summit, 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 Summit, 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 Summit, Minnesota ranges from $567 to $7795. The average Memory Care cost in Summit, Minnesota is $3,664. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Summit, 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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