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Assisted Living Communities in Columbia Heights, Minnesota

Columbia Heights sits in Anoka County near Minnesota State Highways 47 and 65, where prospective assisted living residents have 444 facilities to choose from. According to 2024 survey data, the cost of residential care in this region hovers near $5,350 per month, aligning with the state and national medians.

Our comprehensive guide for assisted living in Columbia Heights includes  2355 reviews testimonials from residents and visitors. Overall, reviewers give local facilities a satisfaction rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars out of five stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports that seniors in Columbia Heights pay around $5,350 monthly for assisted living. While this rate aligns with the state median, it tracks below costs in nearby cities. In Duluth and Rochester, fees come in near $6,750 and $6,975, respectively. Rates run even higher in St. Cloud, where seniors pay about $8,635. 

Columbia Heights

$5,350

Minnesota

$5,350

United States

$5,350

Rochester

$6,975

Mankato

$5,300

St. Cloud

$8,635

Duluth

$6,750

Paying for Assisted Living in Columbia Heights

Seniors living in Columbia Heights pay an average of $5,163 per month for assisted living. According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, this is higher than the national median price of $4,500 per month. Assisted living here is also more expensive than the state median fee of $4,508 per month.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Columbia Heights

Seniors who need help with assisted living bills in Columbia Heights may qualify for several state programs. Minnesota Supplemental Aid provides top-up funding to seniors who receive federal SSI benefits. Frail, Medicaid-eligible seniors may qualify for a variety of services through the Elderly waiver program, including assisted living care.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Minnesota page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Minnesota page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living facilities in Columbia Heights set rates near $5,350 monthly, which falls below the cost of private alternatives and institutional care. By contrast, seniors pay roughly $5,720 for in-home care and around $6,483 for home health care. While nursing homes charge approximately $10,281 for 24-hour care in semi-private accommodations, adult day health care facilities charge lower rates of about $1,798.

In-Home Care

$5,720

Home Health Care

$6,483

Adult Day Health Care

$1,798

Assisted Living Facility

$5,350

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$10,281

Note: Since data for Columbia Heights is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Minneapolis, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Columbia Heights

There is a wide range of nonprofits and government agencies offering programs and services to older adults in Columbia Heights. Local seniors can contact these free resources for assistance.

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Minnesota Board on Aging(651) 431-2500This local Area Agency on Aging (AAA) offers programs designed to support the health of the local elderly population. These include physical health and fall prevention courses as well as a senior nutrition program. It also partners with local providers to arrange free transportation services and legal assistance.
Minnesota Office of the Ombudsman for Long-Term Care(800) 657-3591As the long-term care ombudsman for the area, this body supports people in care homes by helping them obtain information about senior care state laws. Ombudsmen with this organization assist seniors who have questions or concerns about their quality of care.

Columbia Heights 55+ Senior Center (763) 706-3730This senior center offers social, recreational and educational programming to seniors in the area. These programs include art classes, meal outings and movie matinees. Seniors can also access an outreach worker who can help them fill out forms and access information.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Columbia Heights

Columbia Heights Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Minnesota are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Minnesota page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Rebecca

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of New Perspective | Columbia Heights

My husband lived at New Perspective | Columbia Heights for three months. It was very nice and very clean. It's quite a bit larger than where he is now. They have very nice staff and people. And...

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Carrie

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of New Perspective | Columbia Heights

So far, the staff at New Perspective Columbia Heights is very nice. Gabby and Stormi are very helpful, very easy to get along with, and very friendly. The place looks very welcoming and homey and I...

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Sylvia

I visited this facility

Review of New Perspective | Columbia Heights

I recommend New Perspective Columbia Heights. They have a lot of services available for assisted living. You have a choice of apartments like a suite, a studio, or one-bedroom or more, but I don't...

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