Assisted Living Communities in Coon Rapids, Minnesota
Coon Rapids, located east of the Mississippi River and 17 miles north of downtown Minneapolis, features 8 assisted living communities within its limits. Further bolstering local care options, the wider area contributes 373 more facilities. Such communities support older adults with everyday tasks and provide diverse leisure activities in a residential environment. In 2024, assisted living typically costs $5,350 per month in Coon Rapids, which aligns with the state and national median prices.
As provided by independent reviewers, Coon Rapids’ assisted living facilities have an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars stars, and you’ll discover 2105 reviews reviews in our directory below. Â
"I liked The Rivers, but I didn't like the accessibility. I liked things close and they didn't have it. Otherwise, I think that would have been a nice place. The facility was very attractive. They have nice grounds and I have a little dog. They have b..."
"The Wellington Senior Living was a beautiful place. We just wanted to have more green space than what they have available, but it's a very walkable neighborhood. The room itself and the whole facility was very nice too. They're just updating all of t..."
"Our tour experience with The Waters of Edina was very good. The people were very cordial. The residents that we met along the way were friendly. We were able to see apartments that were already occupied. I talked to residents, and they were very, ver..."
"My mom is at Good Samaritan Society-Ambassador. The staff there seems very caring. The services are high quality and the food is high quality (which is important to my mom). They have a little atrium that people could sit in, bingo games, and state-f..."
"My mother has been at Birchwood Senior Living for at least six weeks now. She was there before and she fell and broke her hip. She was in the other building for long-term care. That wasn't working out, so what we wanted to do is get her transitioned ..."
"I'm very impressed with Cherrywood Pointe. They had assisted living, but you don't have to sign up for it if you don't need it. It's very clean, well-run, and I've heard good things about them. The person who assisted me was wonderful, very knowledge..."
"Golden Living Comm Reflections in Wayzata was close to the region where my aunt lived for many years. She really liked the neighborhood, so we decided to check it out. The front grounds were well-manicured, as were the surrounding areas in the back. ..."
"Fridley White Pine Senior Living was a small, homey place with really cute country decorations. We liked this place, but the price was a little bit higher than what we could afford. They have nice amenities, but it was not as fancy as some of the oth..."
"Menorah Plaza is huge. They have a lot of staff. They've always got people there that are competent to do whatever needs to be done, which I love. They put a lot of effort into making it a nice place for your parents to relax, enjoy and socialize. Th..."
"My wife is a resident at Global Pointe Senior Living, where they offer memory care. It's a very up-to-date facility. The staff is very good and responsive, so we're happy to be there. They even have a theater, bingo several times a week, and live mus..."
"We toured The Pillars of Shorewood Landing, and we love the location. It's only within two miles of where we live, so that was key. It's less than five years old, so it's on the newer side.
We're looking at independent, the one-bedroom with the wash..."
"My husband has moved to Yorkshire of Edina. It was in our location, and that was very important to me. His unit is just big enough. It's a little efficiency unit with a fridge and a little kitchenette. There's enough room for his bed, chairs, a desk ..."
"My friend is in a nursing home now. She is at Jones Harrison. They have courtyard visits. Right now I cannot see her, but I was for a while. She was in the rehab/physical therapy type thing because she had surgery. She may be moving into long-term ca..."
"My uncle moved to Prairie Bluffs Senior Living. They are very helpful. They have all the services that we need. They have a whole calendar of events. They built things around him for his activities and what he likes to do. There was enough there for ..."
"I don't like Peaceful Lodge as much because it's like a hotel, so you have to walk a long way to go to eat or if you want to do activities. As far as outside, they don't have any nice little flower garden or something that people can walk outside and..."
"My Mother in Law has been here for about 4 months and really likes it. The rooms are spacious, and she always has things to do. We were worried that she would have a hard time being away from her home that she lived in for years, but after a small ad..."
"My mom has been in Emerald Crest of Minnetonka for two weeks now. She is still adjusting, but they've been very responsive to her needs and have done the best they can to make her comfortable and keep her happy. It's a home-like atmosphere, and there..."
"My mother has been at Gracewood since November 2020, and through Covid the staff has been so supportive of her and our family, and creative in doing activities in house. They have encouraged her participation in the activities, even with her Alzheime..."
"I'm moving into Heritage of Edina. It's a big community, where I will get a lot of activities. They had a very nice room for me, and the food looked great. I especially was impressed that the owner of the complex lives there, and she does most of the..."
"Walker Methodist Health Center was nice and very organized and I was amazed how well they did to my father. I couldn't have gotten him back walking. They knew what they're doing, they knew how to treat it and they accomplished the goal. The staff was..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Coon Rapids, MN and Nearby Cities
According to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey 2024, assisted living in Coon Rapids costs the same as the Minnesota and U.S. monthly median rates — $5,350. Among the most affordable locations statewide, only Mankato offers a lower price than Coon Rapids, saving around $50 monthly. However, the opposite stands true for nearby St. Cloud. There, assisted living communities charge roughly $8,635 per month, over $3,200 more than Coon Rapids' residences.    Â
Coon Rapids
$5,350
Minnesota
$5,350
The United States
$5,350
Duluth
$6,750
St. Cloud
$8,635
Mankato
$5,300
Rochester
$6,975
Paying for Assisted Living in Coon Rapids
Assisted living in Coon Rapids costs an average of $4,797 a month, according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey. Minnesota’s state average for monthly assisted living costs is $4,283, while the national average is $4,300 per month.Â
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Coon Rapids
Coon Rapids residents in assisted living may qualify for a state supplement to SSI payments. The state also uses the Community Alternative Care and the Elderly, Traumatic Brain Injury, Community Alternatives for Disabled Adults waiver programs to defray assisted living costs in some cases.
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 Living in Coon Rapids, MN
Costing about $5,350 monthly, assisted living presents one of Coon Rapids’ most economical care options. Only nonresidential adult day health care offers a lower monthly fee of $1,798. Those aging in place pay the inflated mid-point rates of $5,720 for nonmedical in-home care and $6,483 for home health care. Prices jump even more to $10,281 per month for semi-private accommodations in a local nursing home.
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 Coon Rapids is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Minneapolis, instead.
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Free Assisted Living Resources in Coon Rapids
A variety of resources are available to seniors living in or considering moving to an assisted living facility in the Coon Rapids area. Local and county government agencies, in addition to nonprofit organizations, offer seniors several services and supports, including transportation, recreational and wellness programs.
Coon Rapids offers seniors a number of services through their Senior Center, including activities, van transportation, day trips, social events and educational classes. Activities at the center are scheduled Monday through Friday when seniors can participate in card games, Bingo, chess, writing groups, book clubs, crafts and exercise. Coffee is provided. The Senior Center also offers yearly flu and pneumonia shots, foot care services by appointment and tax assistance.
Anoka County provides various services to seniors over the age of 60 through its programs and services. Social workers are available for seniors to discuss whether they're receiving the services they need or are entitled to. The Family Caregiver Connection has a program that gathers elderly seniors together with their care partners and others in similar situations to share experiences and stay socially connected. Anoka County also matches active retired adults with volunteering opportunities in the community.
Seniors can access help regarding problems, complaints and questions involving long-term care issues through this Office of Ombudsman state office. It's staffed by volunteers who help resolve disputes, provide referrals to enforcement agencies and give seniors information regarding their rights and laws as they apply to supportive housing.
A Senior Kinship Program is run by Anoka County that connects volunteers to seniors to help run errands, provide companionship and transportation to medical and non-medical appointments.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Coon Rapids
Coon Rapids-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Minnesota are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Minnesota page for more information about these laws.
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I visited this facility
Review of Select Senior Living
Select Senior Living seemed like an older facility, but very kept up and very nice. The rooms were very spacious. The staff was very nice, very knowledgeable, and pleasant.
Select Senior Living had a nice dining area and a nice apartment. The lobby was nice and clean. The lady didn't know we were coming, but she took care of us and showed us around, so that was very...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Autumn Glen Senior Living
Mom loves living at Autumn Glen, she has made wonderful friends and loves the staff. She is always busy doing something.
Provider response
Hello,
We are so happy to hear your mom and family are enjoying Autumn Glen Senior Living. Thank you for your kind words and feedback.
Sincerely,
Penny, Executive Director