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.
"We visited The Waters. It is almost brand new. Everything about it is very nice. The rooms are very nice, although they’re very small. They did have a calendar full of activities. The staff that showed me was very helpful. She knew all the answers to..."
"Great facility except for garage. Low lighting and no paint or markings on pillars to increase visibility.
Could remedy easily w/ 3M reflective tape.
Thanks!..."
"My mother-in-law lives in Shaller Family Sholom East Campus. We chose that because it is actually in the neighborhood that she's used to and likes. Her room is nice. She has two rooms with a bath, and they do the laundry and the cleaning, and they ob..."
"Staff are excellent and nursing/clinical department has dramatically improved and exceeded my expectations with communication and overall care of residents. New Director of Nursing is just what this community needed!!..."
"I've visited The Homestead at Anoka. The staff seemed to be helpful and very knowledgeable from what they showed us at the time. The upkeep was excellent, everything was clean, and it's a newer establishment so it's easier to take care of. I talked t..."
"New Perspectives Carlson Parkway is an outstanding senior facility in all ways. It is very warm and caring place for your loved one. The Executive Director Jacqueline maintains a residence that is vibrant, exceptionally clean and a healthy atmosphere..."
"We are doing fine at Walker Methodist, Westwood Ridge. It has both options, memory care and a regular living space here for me. My husband is in memory care and I'm not. My husband wasn't at the memory care to begin with. First he lived with me, and ..."
"My mother moved into Maranatha. Theyre attentive, they keep me informed, they call me, and I dont feel I have to go there every day to check up on her. Menu it looks very balanced and good, and you can ask for anything different. My mothers appeti..."
"My mother stayed at White Pine Senior Living for four weeks. We chose it because of its location and because its price is fair. The facility was 3-1/2 to 4 years old, so it was still very new and very lovely. My mother enjoyed the food there. The sta..."
"My father was a resident of the memory care unit and later received hospice care while at Meadow Woods. The care was excellent in all areas. The aides were well trained and were quickly responsive to the residents call lights even during the week o..."
"My mother will be going to Benedictine Living Community - Osseo. When we walked through the front door, the space was very inviting and warm. The woodworking details gave it a very homey feel. There was white paint on the walls, so it was bright and ..."
"Saint Therese of New Hope is a Catholic community. There's a chapel on site so mom would not have to worry about getting to a church when she no longer drives. They are doing a total remodel of the facility, so everything will be brand new. Location ..."
"The only community I visited was Osseo Gardens. I was not interested because it was too small. The staff that I talked to was very nice. I looked at a studio room, and it was way too small for me.
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"I visited my grandma who is a resident of Amazing Love Assisted Living quite frequently. It is a rather nice place, they take great care of you loved ones and seem to be very enthusiastic friendly people. My grandma seemed quite happy there and her o..."
"I lived in Long Lake Assisted Living for 5 whole years, but I was evicted because I was outspoken, and I disobeyed a lot of the rules like running in the halls. It’s extremely clean. There was a cleaning lady pluswho works her butt to get the place w..."
"I was able to tour Cherrywood Pointe in Plymouth and I thought it was very nice. It was clean, it was new, and the staff seemed friendly and knowledgeable. It was very nice, I liked it. They had some health equipment and no pool. The amenities were j..."
"Rooms are nice and clean Staff is friendly and good at what they do.
Know of outside programs.
Nice house in a quiet residential setting.
Large deck off side of house
Cook what clients like...."
"We already moved mom to White Pines, and we liked the environment. We liked the people that work there; they’re very helpful. She has a room which is very clean and the building is only one year old. It’s very bright.
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"Elk River Senior Living was very nice. They were very friendly, it was a beautiful place, but cost was an issue for us. It was brand new. We would have been the first people moving in. It's gorgeous, but my mother-in-law felt like the bedroom was sma..."
"My mom is a resident of Castle Ridge Senior Living. She shares a room though and I wish they had single rooms. Everything is great there and the staff is wonderful.
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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.
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.
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.
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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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