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7 Best Independent Living Communities in Chisago County, MN
The cost of independent living in Chisago County is about $3,344 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 7 options. Read 18 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Lindstrom, Forest Lake and Hugo.
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Mom was brought there having dementia and stage four cancer. The staff has been nothing but wonderful to her and our family, keeping us update on how her day was , how meds are being taken. I staff is used...
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.
Encore at North Branch is a small senior living community located in North Branch, Minnesota. Here at Encore, we pride ourselves on being a a close knit family and provide our residents with the care and love that we would give to our own family. Our location is in a beautiful environment where...
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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.
Unlike other communities that promise a “home-like” atmosphere, Ecumen North Branch has based its entire philosopy on providing a true home for residents and guests.It’s a senior living and health care community that feels a lot like a small town, with four distinct neighborhoodssurrounding a...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Shields Plaza is a quaint, quiet and secure apartment building nestled in a park-like wooded setting in North Branch, MN. - Independent senior living apartment homes - Section 8 affordable subsidized housing - One- and two-bedroom units available - Non-smoking - Comfortable, relaxed atmosphere -...
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What a great place to live! The facility is so clean, the Manager is friendly and professional and the tenants are really nice. It is a well run facility and is always a pleasure to c\visit my Dad there. ...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Enjoy the essence of convenient maintenance-free retirement living, an active lifestyle that balances privacy and companionship of new friends on this beautiful community near the shores of Green Lake. The grounds have become the signature amenity of our community. The beauty and connection to...
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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Cost of independent living in Chisago County, MN
The average cost of senior living in Chisago County is $3,344 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Braham, MN with an average of $2,061 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Chisago County, MN vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Chisago County, MN vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Chisago County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Chisago County, MN by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Chisago County
Recent reviews for independent living in Chisago County
Gracewood Advanced Assisted Living and Memory Care of Lino Lakes
4.0
My friend is doing quite well since moving into this community. The staff take good care of the residents but I think they should be more talkative and smiley. The food is good and they seem to offer a good variety of healthy choices. Lino Lakes is clean community. They offer a wide variety of ...
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Encore at North Branch
5.0
The community was very easy to work with and very accommodating. Very nice staff, knowledgeable. Communication was fine, meals were offered 3 meals a day, no special diet options, choices if you wanted something else.
Keystone Place at LaValle Fields in Hugo, MN
4.4
Staff an the residents are all amazing. The food is great, but the meal times seem a little too close together. Activities are hard to rate as they had things shutdown for a couple of weeks due to Covid concerns. It is an expensive facility, but my mom loves it there! The staff is responsive. ...
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Chisago County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chisago County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chisago County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chisago County independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Chisago County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chisago County, MNNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Chisago County independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Chisago County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chisago County, MNNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
42.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chisago County independent 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 independent living communities in Chisago County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
44.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
46.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Keystone Place at LaValle Fields, Encore at North Branch and Ecumen North Branch are the top-rated independent living facilities near Chisago County, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 7 independent living facilities near Chisago County, Minnesota. See the full list.
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Independent Living in Cities Near Chisago County
- Lindstrom, Minnesota
- Forest Lake, Minnesota
- Hugo, Minnesota
- Cambridge, Minnesota
- St. Francis, Minnesota
- North Branch, Minnesota
- Chisago City, Minnesota
- East Bethel, Minnesota
- Braham, Minnesota
- Frederic, Wisconsin
- Lino Lakes, Minnesota
- Centerville, Minnesota
- Marine on St. Croix, Minnesota
- Osceola, Wisconsin
- Cedar, Minnesota
- Center City, Minnesota
- Grantsburg, Wisconsin
- Ham Lake, Minnesota
- Scandia, Minnesota
- Taylors Falls, Minnesota
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