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Staff is wonderful !!! Small community so making friend is so easy. Just show up and everyone knows you. My apartment is old and doesn't have a dishwasher, they did put in a disposal for me. I plan on...
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.
On the shores of Mitchell Lake in Eden Prairie you can experience all the comforts of home with convenient shopping and services nearby. Elim Shores is a 64 unit apartment building nestled in a residential setting where our residents are the #1 priority, offering a refreshing change of scenery...
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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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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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The community is small but very personable. I feel because it's small the service and care are more ones on one. I would recommend this community to others.
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.
Nagel Assisted Living & Memory Care, founded in 2015, is an exciting new addition to the city of Waconia, MN. Housed in the former Nagel Hospital opened in 1940, our community has been designed with an eye toward keeping the charm of this historic site while freshly renovating the entire...
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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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.
McKenna Crossing is a vibrant community that is outpacing the rest.  Featuring Senior Apartments, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, this master-planned community is a joint venture between Presbyterian Homes & Services and Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church and it is scheduled to open...
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people friendly location great too transportation, groceries, banking, staff superb. lots to participate in I don't feel like I'm walking into a hotel - it's my home!
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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I would want others to know that we had a really great experience and I would recommend The Glen at Minnetonka to anyone looking for a senior living community for themselves or a loved one.
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 Glenn by St. Therese Southwest is an assisted living located in the sprawling area of Minnetonka, MN. This area is known for its natural beauty and friendly residents. For most seniors, finding an area where they can retire is a top concern. There are so many different areas out there that a...
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Cost of independent living in Chaska, MN

The average cost of senior living in Chaska is $3,212 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Long Lake, MN with an average of $3,103 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Chaska, MN vs. nearby cities

Chaska, MN
$3,212/mo
$3,189/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Chaska, MN vs. the state and national average

Chaska, MN
$3,212/mo
U.S. national average
$4,020/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Chaska vs. other types of senior living

$4,056/mo
Independent Living
$3,212/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Chaska, MN by room type

Semi-Private
$4,150/mo
Studio
$3,933/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,476/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,853/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Chaska over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Chaska

Recent reviews for independent living in Chaska

Personal Care Senior Living Columbia Heights

4.1
All of the staff at Personal Care Senior Living Columbia Heights seem friendly. I'm not crazy about the overall communication with my family. It has taken three months for them to trim her nails, even after several requests. She was taken to the hospital yesterday and we weren't able to get a ...
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Parkshore Senior Campus in Saint Louis Park, MN

4.9
Being out of state we do not get to visit that much, however when we do speak with our loved one she does seem to enjoy the meals and dining service. We do think the overall value for the money is good and based on our experience so far we would recommend the Parkshore Senior Campus to other ...
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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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Chaska independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chaska independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chaska, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chaska independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Chaska partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
17.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Chaska independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Chaska communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chaska, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
20.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chaska independent 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 independent living communities in Chaska offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
38.2%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.6%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
38.2%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
8.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.4%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.3%
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RidgePointe Senior Living, The Kenwood and The Waters on 50th are the top-rated independent living facilities near Chaska, Minnesota. See full list of communities.

There are 41 independent living facilities near Chaska, Minnesota. See the full list.

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