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9.7
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We moved my mom into Water’s Edge two months ago. Mom has dementia which at this time consists of no short term memory and the beginning of cognitive reasoning difficulties. Water’s Edge was able to place...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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9.0
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My MIL is paying more as she had her dog, family has since removed the dog, but the CNAs were the ones having to care for the dog and was making it difficult for the staff to care for others! [name removed]...
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.
Our community, located in Mankato, Minn., in a residential neighborhood just west of Lake Dorothy Park, offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into card and board games, happy hour socials, fitness classes, art and other creative projects, lively meals, fun outings...
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My loved one was previously a resident at Mankato Lodge Senior Living and the whole experience was great. The cleanliness and friendliness were great. The staff, care services and value for cost were also...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Mankato Lodge, professionally managed by Sinceri Senior Living, offers engaging and personalized care focused on the uniqueness of each resident, providing services best suited to your individual needs. We are proud to have been a part of the Mankato community for 24 years. We offer spacious...
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Friendly staff, clean and inviting environment. Often see the executive director and other leaders helping and on the floor. You typically don't see this anywhere. Wonderful place for my dad and now my mom.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Offering: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory CareAt New Perspective’s senior living community in Mankato, Minnesota, you’re a short distance from the conveniences you want and need. Within minutes of the community you’ll find the River Hills Mall, six parks, a nature center, a golf club,...
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My loved one was previously a resident at Old Main Village and the overall experience was good. The staff was good. The main guy up front was very helpful! The facility was pretty clean. The move in process...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Old Main Village Senior Living is a part the former Mankato State campus, which was converted into gracious senior living in 1988. We are centrally located in downtown Mankato. We have 73 apartments, each completely unique, with a full kitchen, beautiful tall windows and additional storage space...
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i like living at Autumnn Grace. Sometimes i get frustratd with myself for not being able to do my ADL'S. Someone is always here to assist me. it has been two years since living here. i like it.
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
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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This is a good community for care. I like knowing that the community us very clean and maintained. The community offers outstanding activities for all of the residents. The menu is good and I like knowing...
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 Community Memory Care is an assisted living community located in breathtaking, Mankato, Minnesota. Mankato is home to Minnesota State University and its is known for its beautiful landscapes , backdrops and family values. Mankato has a number of parks and trails for visiting...
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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 assisted living in Madison Lake, MN

The average cost of senior living in Madison Lake is $3,412 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Crystal, MN with an average of $3,310 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Madison Lake, MN vs. nearby cities

Madison Lake, MN
$3,412/mo
$3,464/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Madison Lake, MN vs. the state and national average

Madison Lake, MN
$3,412/mo
U.S. national average
$4,552/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Madison Lake vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,412/mo
$3,412/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Madison Lake, MN by room type

Semi-Private
$4,367/mo
Studio
$3,487/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,830/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,804/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Madison Lake over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Madison Lake, MN

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Madison Lake.

What families are saying about assisted living in Madison Lake

Recent reviews for assisted living in Madison Lake

Birchwood Cottage - Mankato in North Mankato, MN

5.0
Our experience has been a five plus and the care services are beyond a five plus. During the pandemic the activities were limited but they really did the best that they could. We like that the staff are very committed, the are more like family then a facility. You can just tell they really care ...
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Mankato Lodge Senior Living

5.0
My mother has been living at Mankato Lodge for almost a year now. We have had nothing but great experiences with the staff and residents there. My mother absolutely loves living there. Knowing mom is safe and happy is all we could ever want.

Traditions of Waterville

5.0
My mother has been living at Traditions of Waterville for nearly two years. She began in Assisted Living and now lives in Memory Care. What most impresses me is the longevity of the staff who work there. Not only is there little turn over, but they like their job, and truly care for the ...
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Madison Lake review score based on 34 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 34 reviews of 12 Madison Lake assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Madison Lake review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Madison Lake review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Madison Lake, MN12 facilities
7.6
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8.8
Elysian, MN9 facilities

Review subcategories for Madison Lake assisted living

When assisted living 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 34 reviews of 12 Madison Lake assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Madison Lake resident and family assisted living 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.
Madison Lake, MN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.6
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Madison Lake assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Madison Lake assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Madison Lake, 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 Madison Lake assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Madison Lake 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
58.3%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.3%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.7%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.7%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Madison Lake assisted living

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 Madison Lake Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Madison Lake, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
31.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Madison Lake assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Madison Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Madison Lake, MNNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
39.2%
No sugar
No sugar
8.3%
36.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
34.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Madison Lake assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Madison Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Madison Lake, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
30.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
41.2%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
35%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Madison Lake assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Madison Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
30.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
51.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
33.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.7%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
45.9%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
23.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.7%
44.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Madison Lake

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Minnesota assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Madison Lake protect seniors.

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Water's Edge, Brookdale Mankato and Mankato Lodge Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Madison Lake, Minnesota. See full list of communities.

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