Summit Hill Senior Living
1824 Old Hudson Road, Saint Paul, MN, 55119
3.3
(21 reviews)
"At Summit Hill Senior Living we work with you to learn what your needs are, whether you are best fit for assisted living or memory care we a..."
READ MORESeniors aged 65 and over make up 11.1% of the population of St. Paul, MN, which currently stands at approximately 307,000 residents. While this percentage falls below the national average of 16.8%, St. Paul seniors still stand strong at 34,000 inhabitants. This group shows the greatest risk for Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of memory loss. Indeed, St. Paul’s Alzheimer’s related deaths are on the rise, from 336 in 2016 to 362 in 2020, according to the CDC.
St. Paul’s memory care communities are dedicated to providing a safe environment for people suffering from memory loss. Seniors in these communities receive assistance with personal care, medication and household tasks, as well as 24-hour supervision and guidance. Caregivers are specially trained in the latest research and techniques to provide meaningful interactions and manage difficult behaviors. This guide focuses on memory care options and resources in St. Paul and offers cost comparisons to nearby cities and information about financial assistance.
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1824 Old Hudson Road, Saint Paul, MN, 55119
3.3
(21 reviews)
"At Summit Hill Senior Living we work with you to learn what your needs are, whether you are best fit for assisted living or memory care we a..."
READ MORE740 Kay Ave, Saint Paul, MN, 55102
4.3
(4 reviews)
"The Bentson Family Assisted Living Residence features 48 studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments. Each tenant living in the Bentson recei..."
READ MORE1306 Alton Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55116
4.0
(3 reviews)
"The Alton Memory Care was a great facility, but it was spendy. It had a beautiful garden and everything. It was nice. I didn't read their flyer for the activities, but they said that they had music, reading, and exercise. The tour guide was superb. I..."
READ MORE123 South Wheeler Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55105
"Joy Home is located in the Mac-Groveland neighborhood of St. Paul. This turn-of-the-century duplex has capacity for ten residents, five in U..."
READ MORE750 Mississippi River Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN, 55116
3.9
(15 reviews)
"New Perspective Senior Living - Highland is the best choice for seniors who value independence yet need help with daily activities. Staff fo..."
READ MORE1890 Sherren Ave. E., Saint Paul, MN, 55109
5.0
(3 reviews)
"In the two and half years my wife was a resident I have nothing but praise for the staff. Through the worst Pandemic of our lifetime the care the transparency was outstanding. She was always kept comfortable. Thru the months when myself and my family..."
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900 Old Lexington Ave S, Saint Paul, MN, 55116
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My sister is in the Lexington Landing memory care unit. It's great. They have two or three restaurants, an exercise room, and a hotel on the top floor. It's a fabulous place. They have a secured area for their memory care. For the assisted living, th..."
READ MORE733 Selby Avenue, Saint Paul, MN, 55104
4.8
(4 reviews)
"Seven Hills Senior Living is located on a tree-lined avenue reinvigorated with commercial and cultural activity, close to restaurants, shopp..."
READ MORE745 S Plaza Dr, Saint Paul, MN, 55120
2.9
(7 reviews)
"My wife had stayed at White Pine Assisted Living and Memory Care. It was a very lovely and a brand new place. Everything was well appointed and nicely designed. The food was fine. The young lady that was running the kitchen was a graduate of a chef's..."
READ MORE80 North Mackubin, Saint Paul, MN, 55102
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My husband is doing OK at The Willows of Ramsey Hill. The whole building is memory care. The staff members are very good and very cooperative. I think he's getting good care. They're doing a good job. He has a large room, high ceilings, and four huge..."
READ MORE678 Snelling Avenue South, Saint Paul, MN, 55116
4.3
(7 reviews)
"My mom moved to memory care at The Waters more than two years ago, coming from a senior facility in a different state. She loves the beautiful interior and courtyard, the good food (a huge step up from her previous home), and the caring staff. She re..."
READ MORE514 HUMBOLDT AVENUE, Saint Paul, MN, 55107
3.3
(16 reviews)
"The Care Center and assisted living and memory care Residence are located on a park-like campus on the west side of St. Paul. Situated on wo..."
READ MORE1925 Graham Avenue, Saint Paul, MN, 55116
3.5
(2 reviews)
"Gracewood Senior Living of Highland is located off of West Graham Avenue and South Prior Avenue, just blocks away from the Mississippi River..."
READ MORE525 Fairview Avenue South, Saint Paul, MN, 55116
400 Western Avenue North, Saint Paul, MN, 55103
"Sunlight Senior Living provides assisted living, memory care, respite care and end-of-life care in a professional managed, enriching environ..."
READ MORE3330 Edinborough Way, Edina, MN, 55435
4.3
(82 reviews)
"Brookdale Edina was very nice, but it's out of our price range. My tour was very informative, they took their time with us and they asked for the budget. We didn't see the rooms, we were not even allowed to go upstairs. The community was kind of crow..."
READ MORE2555 Snelling Avenue North, Roseville, MN, 55113
4.4
(48 reviews)
"We toured Sunrise of Roseville. Very, very friendly staff. And it was a nice facility. The rooms were nice, the eating area was very pretty. They offer you their studio, or one-bedroom apartments that we looked at, they may have more, and they were v..."
READ MORE7128 France Avenue South, Edina, MN, 55435
4.1
(38 reviews)
"I liked a lot of things about Sunrise of Edina. I toured it for my sister. My first impression was it was beautiful, and it has a wonderful lobby. The memory ward had lots of windows. It was bright, cheerful, and clean. Plus, the rooms were nice. The..."
READ MORE4200 40th Ave N, Robbinsdale, MN, 55422
"I visited Copperfield Hill, it was nice and the neighborhood was good. It was family-owned and seemed like they had a lot of activities, and different levels of care so you could transition. They were good. The person who showed me around was very ni..."
READ MORE1260 County Road E, Vadnais Heights, MN, 55110
4.5
(33 reviews)
"What I like best about Gable Pines was the fact that my husband has his own bathroom in his room. There's a little section of the room that is set-off; then there's his bed, a dresser, and an end table. There are two closets and a room for a sofa and..."
READ MOREThe Health Regulation Division of Minnesota Department of Health licenses all memory care facilities in Saint Paul and the rest of Minnesota. The department is responsible for ensuring facilities comply with their licensing terms as well as state and federal regulations.
Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
Memory care costs an average of $6,454 per month in Saint Paul. Actual costs vary depending on services and amenities.
Memory care costs more in Saint Paul than the respective state and national average monthly rates of $5,635 and $5,625. Indeed, Saint Paul is one of the state’s priciest locations for memory care. Monthly fees decrease to $6,250 in Duluth and $5,225 in Rochester. Memory care communities in Saint Cloud generally charge around $1,329 less than those in the state capital. Mankato has some of Minnesota’s lowest prices for dementia care, with a median monthly cost of $3,919.  Â
Saint Paul
$6,454
Minnesota
$5,635
United States
$5,625
Duluth
$6,250
Mankato
$3,919
Rochester
$5,225
Saint Cloud
$5,125
In Saint Paul, seniors who opt to receive support and care to age in place usually pay around $7,055 per month for both in-home and home health care. This is over $600 more than memory care. Assisted living is $1,291 more affordable than dementia care. Nursing homes are the costliest local long-term care option, running $11,708 per month for a semiprivate room. Conversely, adult day health care is the most affordable choice, costing about $2,101 per month. Â Â Â
Memory Care
$6,454
In-Home Care
$7,055
Home Health Care
$7,055
Adult Day Health Care
$2,101
Assisted Living Facility
$5,163
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,708
Note: Data for Saint Paul was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Minneapolis, was used instead.
In Saint Paul there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, visit our Memory Care in Minnesota page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Minnesota page.
Navigating the care system and identifying suitable support options can feel overwhelming for both seniors and their loved ones. However, several agencies and organizations offer free advice and assistance to help remove challenges and ensure older adults receive the services they need to age safely and comfortably.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Trellis | (800) 333-2433 | Trellis is the local Area Agency on Aging. It runs diverse programs to improve the quality of life for seniors, including those related to transportation, nutrition, legal advice and Medicare counseling. It also leads the ACT on Alzheimer’s program, a statewide initiative that seeks to make communities more dementia-friendly. |
Alzheimer’s Association - Minnesota-North Dakota Chapter | (800) 272-3900 | The Minnesota-North Dakota Chapter of the national Alzheimer’s Association organizes local events throughout the two states, including support groups, fundraisers and community education. It maintains an office in nearby Minneapolis, and anyone affected by Alzheimer’s can obtain information and support via the toll-free help line. |
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – St. Paul Regional Office | (800) 827-1000 | Trained veteran service officers offer guidance and support to people who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Officers can perform benefits eligibility checks, help individuals apply for financial assistance and give advice related to pensions and insurance. |
Saint Paul Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Minnesota are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Minnesota page for more information about these laws.