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From what I have seen and experienced personally, I would give Windermere a 5 on items 1 - 7. However, it's difficult to give a high mark for item 8 simply because the cost is beyond what people of modest...
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.
Benedictine Windermere Way frees you from home maintenance while offering plenty of outdoor space, including colorful gardens and access to walking trails. Delicious culinary experiences are available in the restaurant-style dining room and convenient bistro. Enjoy activities and social events...
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First of all it felt like home as we walked in. Staff and residents very friendly. We were very happy with this place as was my dad.
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.
For over 15 years, Kingsway Retirement Living has offered independent living, assisted living and memory care in southeastern Minnesota. Our team members have over 100 years of combined experience in senior care. Awarded "Best of Assisted Living" four times by SeniorAdvisor, Kingsway is part of a...
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The staff is so patient and wonderful, even when my sister can be very demanding. The place is very welcoming with comfortable outdoor seating. They have beautiful lobby areas for visiting. They have a...
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.
Oak Terrace Senior Living of Jordan is a retirement community that offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Each resident has a customized care plan and is connected to a 24-hour call system that makes help only the push of a button away. Residents have access to three meals...
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Everything is going really well so far. The staff are doing the best that they can. They always keep trying to get mom involved with different activities. Mom says that the food is good sometimes. I know...
Provides: Memory Care
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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 Assisted Living Memory Care Specialists With four locations in Burnsville, Minnetonka, Shakopee and Victoria, Minnesota, Emerald Crest by Augustana Care memory care communities are truly inspired by our residents and families. With a deep knowledge of memory care, we offer a specialized...
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We have not been able to go and visit this community in awhile due to COVID, however our first impression of this community was very good. We really liked how bright it was, and all of the amenities they...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Olive Branch Estates premier memory care community opened in July 2015. We provide exceptional personalized care plans for those 55+ with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Our community has 24 private studio, 1 BR and 2 BR suites with private bathrooms. Olive Branch Estates is a local...
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The nurse is thorough. The facility is beautiful. They don't have a cart to help you move in and out that would be an improvement they could make. The room sizes are very large.
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.
Suite Living of Shakopee 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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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 Assisted Living is located on a 14-acre wooded campus just off Hwy. 169 between Shakopee and Jordan. Some things that set Valleyview apart from the others are: an indoor vented smoking room, on-site psychiatric services, small pets allowed (if resident can care for them), and...
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Mom has only been at Hidden Creek for a month and she is adjusting nicely. I believe a big part of her happiness is the attentive and caring staff. They staff is quick to call if there is an issue that...
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.
Located in a tree lined residential neighborhood in Chaska, MN, Hidden Creek Assisted Living offers peaceful retirement living. Known for our warm, personal touch, we provide assisted living services in a comfortable home environment. We endeavor to preserve our resident's privacy while allowing...
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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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This really was an amazing place. The staff are incredible to my mom. The manager [name removed] is always willing to talk if we need it. Mom loves to bake and has made so many friends. We're so glad she...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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Provides: Memory Care
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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 Assisted Living Memory Care Specialists With four locations in Burnsville, Minnetonka, Shakopee and Victoria, Minnesota, Emerald Crest by Augustana Care memory care communities are truly inspired by our residents and families. With a deep knowledge of memory care, we offer a specialized...

Cost of assisted living in East Union, MN

The average cost of senior living in East Union is $4,630 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hamburg, MN with an average of $4,098 per month.

Assisted living costs in East Union, MN, vs. nearby cities

East Union, MN
$4,630/mo
$4,531/mo
$4,678/mo

Assisted living costs in East Union, MN, vs. state and national averages

East Union, MN
$4,630/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in East Union, MN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,630/mo
$4,020/mo

Assisted living costs in East Union, MN, by floor plan type

Studio
$6,968/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,301/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,427/mo

Senior living costs in East Union 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: East Union, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast Union, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,630/mo$4,249/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,020/mo$4,022/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,311/mo$3,081/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
East Union, MN:$4,630/mo
Minnesota:$4,249/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
East Union, MN:$4,020/mo
Minnesota:$4,022/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
East Union, MN:$3,311/mo
Minnesota:$3,081/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in East Union, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in East Union and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in East Union, MN

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in East Union have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
East Union, MN$9,850/mo$2,471/mo+298.6%
Minnesota$4,525/mo$4,717/mo-4.1%
National$4,624/mo$4,626/mo-0.0%
East Union, MN
2024 average cost:$9,850/mo
2023 average cost:$2,471/mo
Percent change:+298.6%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$4,525/mo
2023 average cost:$4,717/mo
Percent change:-4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$4,624/mo
2023 average cost:$4,626/mo
Percent change:-0.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in East Union, MN

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in East Union.

What families are saying about assisted living in East Union

Recent reviews for assisted living in East Union

Meadow Woods - Martin Luther Campus in Bloomington, MN

5.0
I think they do a great job at Meadow Woods! The staff here is very friendly and easy to work with. They've been very accommodating in regards to some billing issues we've had in regards to getting funding with the VA straightened out. The facility itself is well kept and clean, and they do a ...
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Wealshire Of Bloomington

5.0
My dad has been at Wealshire of Bloomington for almost three years. My brother and I were looking for a new place for dad as the Alzheimer's disease continued to make it hard for him to make safe decisions. He was very active and the place he was in did not fit as most residents were much ...
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Amira Choice of Bloomington

3.9
Overall, my mother-in-law has been happy with the facility/care. But like any place, some staff members are better than others in her opinion. I think there's sometimes limited space for activities. Also, sending emails/newsletters about upcoming family events would be nice. Maybe that's ...
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East Union assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Union assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Union, 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 East Union assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in East Union 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
90.9%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.5%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.8%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
63.6%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.6%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.8%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in East Union assisted living

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 East Union Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East Union, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
90.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.5%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
81.8%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
45.5%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Union assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of East Union partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Union, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in East Union assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of East Union communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Union, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Union assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in East Union offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
90.9%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
9.1%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.6%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in East Union

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