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Memory care in Summit offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Summit is about $3,780 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 122 communities, read 352 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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I liked the facility and I liked the staff that are here, they treat us well and take very good care of us. Everybody is friendly and helpful and they keep an eye on us. The food here is just typical mass...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
St. Mark’s Heritage Assisted Living Community offers the independence of private one- and two-bedroom or studio apartments, with the availability of supportive services as you want or need them. Heritage offers a well-designed community with thoughtful gathering spots, a courtyard garden, and a...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Our daughter felt like she was home for the first time. She has had difficulties adjusting from home life to group home life and the staff made her feel so welcomed. She picked out a color for her room and...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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This is a very well maintained and nice looking community. My mother is doing very well since her move. She has adjusted well to it. They have a good staff here, they have been very welcoming and helpful....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Traditions of Waterville offers many different options to fit different lifestyles. -Private dining area that is reservable for private parties-Guest room apartments available for rent-A cozy fireplace nook -A wide variety of activities for everyone! Regular musical entertainment and pie...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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We are happy with mom's living situation. It's good to know she is happy, safe & well cared for.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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My father has recently made the move into this community and I could have not picked a better place for him to go. The staff have all been perfect and I absolutely comfortable with the care they have been...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Cottagewood Senior Communities Memory Care in Rochester, Olmsted County, Minnesota is an assisted living community specializing in memory care for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Our tranquil community offers a beautiful environment with walking paths and an abundance of flowering gardens....
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
In Shorewood Place, our senior apartments, residents enjoy the convenience of maintenance-free living, with the comfort and privacy of an apartment home.  Social and recreational activities, restaurant-style dining and a host of cultural programs that add to the vibrant lifestyle of this...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of memory care in Summit, MN

The average cost of senior living in Summit is $3,780 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Freeborn, MN with an average of $3,058 per month.

Memory care costs in Summit, MN, vs. nearby cities

Summit, MN
$3,780/mo
$3,678/mo

Memory care costs in Summit, MN, vs. state and national averages

Summit, MN
$3,780/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

Memory care costs in Summit, MN, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$3,780/mo

Memory care costs in Summit, MN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,324/mo
Studio
$4,073/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,804/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,309/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,540/mo

Senior living costs in Summit vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Summit, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSummit, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Memory Care$3,780/mo$4,073/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$3,797/mo$4,281/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$3,364/mo$3,145/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Summit, MN:$3,780/mo
Minnesota:$4,073/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Summit, MN:$3,797/mo
Minnesota:$4,281/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Summit, MN:$3,364/mo
Minnesota:$3,145/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Summit, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Summit and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Summit, MN

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Summit have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Summit, MN$7,150/mo$6,779/mo+5.5%
Minnesota$6,754/mo$6,297/mo+7.3%
National$6,033/mo$5,720/mo+5.5%
Summit, MN
2024 average cost:$7,150/mo
2023 average cost:$6,779/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$6,754/mo
2023 average cost:$6,297/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,033/mo
2023 average cost:$5,720/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Summit

Recent reviews for memory care in Summit

Mill City Senior Living in Faribault, MN

4.0
Overall it has been a very good experience. Mom and dad like it there. Like all places they are short on staff, but staff they have have been wonderful. The rooms are large. They have a washer and dryer in each room. They have everything that they could need. My mom needs a lot of help and they ...
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Milestone Senior Living Faribault

5.0
I am very happy with Milestone Senior Living. Location is great, it has a country setting. The food is great. The staff is great. Residents are happy. I am so glad my mom is there. My dad passed away while living there and they were so helpful and kind.

New Perspective Mankato

5.0
I'am looking forward to my move to this community. It is gonna be a rough transition for me, but overall I know I will be happy in this community. This community has everything I will need. They offer many resources for their residents. I enjoy reading, and they have a lovely library. They have ...
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Summit review score based on 104 family reviews

7.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 104 reviews of 100 Summit memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Summit review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Summit review score compared against nearby cities

7.4
Summit, MN100 facilities
7.0
Ellendale, MN12 facilities
7.4

Review subcategories for Summit memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 104 reviews of 100 Summit memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Summit resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Summit, MN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
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3.7
Value for cost*
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3.8
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Summit memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Summit memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Summit, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Summit memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Summit that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
46%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Summit memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Summit Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Summit, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Summit memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Summit partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Summit, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Summit memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Summit communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Summit, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
26%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Summit memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Summit offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Summit, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
35%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
16%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Summit

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Minnesota memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Summit protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Water's Edge, Mankato Lodge Senior Living and New Perspective Mankato are the top-rated memory care facilities near Summit, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 122 memory care facilities near Summit, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Summit, Minnesota is Water's Edge. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 122 memory care facilities near you in Summit, Minnesota typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Summit, Minnesota, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Summit, Minnesota, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Summit, Minnesota ranges from $851 to $8295. The average Memory Care cost in Summit, Minnesota is $3,780. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Summit, Minnesota typically starts at $851. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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