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
"Excellent care and communication from entire team. Complex medical needs consistently addressed, and all staff worked as a team to ensure our sister was safe, well cared for, and treated with kindness and dignity...."
"I haven’t been onsite as I live on the East Coast but I decided to send my mom here based on reviews and its ratings from multi sources. My mom has been here for 8 months and she has never been healthier or in better spirits. She was could barely wal..."
"Elder Homestead has studio-type rooms with big handicap showers and baths. The staff and meals are very good. They have all kinds of stretching and moving activities, singing, and board games. The place feels very homey.
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"Marvella was brand new, so that was nice. It's very close to me, and it was just very beautiful. The units were very nicely laid out and had an even more interesting layout than some of the others. The staff was friendly and accommodating. The amenit..."
"I love living here! All of the aides are so nice to me- People are so friendly!! Its a pleasure keeping my beautiful apartment clean and tidy. I love everything about this place. I prayed so much asking God to put me in a safe place and He did. I fee..."
6121 Brooklyn Boulevard, Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
2.0
(1 reviews)
"I currently reside in The Sanctuary at Brooklyn Center. I like the activities that they have planned for the month. And that was one of the reasons that I was encouraged to move to assisted living because they do have those activities. They have bing..."
"I was very impressed with Benedictine Living Community - New Brighton. No one was in their room. The residents were all out and being helped by attendants. It's a very pleasant, clean, atmosphere. Nobody was sitting in a room alone. They were all in ..."
"This place is horrible! All the house managers are unqualified and incompetent...which means they hire people just like them so they won't look bad. I have witnessed residents sitting in their own feces in common areas while staff were texting and ..."
"Mounds Park Residence is conveniently located close
Regions Hospital, (which is a very good hospital for any type of medical emergency), is located nearby.
Mounds Park is an affordable facility for families who are on a Budget, however, this facility..."
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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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Nancy
4.0
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