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The cost of independent living in Godahl is about $2,871 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 70 options. Read 129 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.

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The staff is very nice. They take good care of my mother in law. They always have a smile and hello how are you doing? Every time I come to visit. They have a lot of different activities during the week.
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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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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For the short time we were there things went well. Brookdale has a small and homey setting to it and I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far
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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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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I enjoy being here. The manager is very nice. I have no issues with garden court at all. I picked this community because it's close to my daughter.
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.
Promoting a friendly, active community for seniors 62 and those with disabilities, the Garden Court Apartments invite you to come and enjoy carefree living at its finest. This charming community offers 1 and 2 bedroom apartment homes that are not only unique, but spacious. Featuring off-street...
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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
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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.
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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Our mother was admitted to Garnette Gardens for hospice care. She couldn’t have gotten any better care. The staff treated her with respect, compassion and dignity until her passing. Our community is so...
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.
Surrounded by a lovely residential neighborhood with a peaceful courtyard, gardens and convenient walking trails, Garnette Gardens is this community's jewel in Senior Living. The facility enhances daily living for residents with amenities that include a state-of-the-art entertainment center and a...
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I have never been To an assisted-living facility before I didn’t know what to Expect. I come and go I want I am independent living I eat With other people living here, I enjoy the conversation and a...
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.
Sleepy Eye Assisted Living offers personalized services along with the privacy of your own apartment. From our compassionate, professional staff to customized assistance and wellness programs. Our Assisted Living is located in a quiet residential location of Sleepy Eye, MN yet close enough to...
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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.
Located in rural southern Minnesota, Truman Manor Apartments are connected directly to Truman Senior Living. As a partner of LeadingAge, we pride ourselves with top senior care and a variety of available services. Under the new ownership of the Heartland Senior Living non-profit group,...
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Overall, the service is great. However, I have experienced some problems with my meds. Not knowing when I'm getting a new one and not always sure what they are for.
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.
With ample walking paths and an adjacent park, Monarch Meadows offers easy access to nature, providing opportunities for reflection and rejuvenation. Our structured programs are designed to enrich our residents' lives by promoting spiritual, recreational or educational benefits with each...
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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
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.
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Wonderful Staff and facility!
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.
Located in rural Winnebago, Minnesota, Parker Oaks Senior Living has deep roots in serving the surrounding communities. As a partner of LeadingAge, we pride ourselves with top senior care and a wide range of available services. Under the new ownership of the Heartland Senior Living non-profit...
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We picked this community because, it's closer to family. It's been a really good experience. They offer activities such as; Bingo, painting on a canvas, different kinds of game shows and bus outings.
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.
Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates is located in the heart of southern, Fairmont, Martin County, Minnesota. Our scenic assisted living community is located down the road from a string of five beautiful lakes. Fairmont is a lovely place to call home and a great place for visiting family members...
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I like this community for my mother. The staff is very friendly, the community is very clean. My mother loves the food. The only thing is after 5pm there is not a lot of staff on the first floor and that is...
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.
French Meadow Place is a cozy community nestled in the charming city of Le Sueur, Minnesota. Located just 30 minutes south of the Twin Cities, French Meadow offers the perfect blend of convenient city access with a welcoming small-town feel. Our dedicated care team is committed to ensuring that...
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Caring staff. Made our parents feel like they’re part of this community and are treated like family since day 1. Clean building and full of smiles. Highly recommended calling [name removed]and have her give...
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, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Godahl, MN

The average cost of senior living in Godahl is $2,871 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lewisville, MN with an average of $1,763 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Godahl, MN vs. nearby cities

Godahl, MN
$2,871/mo
$1,966/mo
$2,502/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Godahl, MN vs. the state and national average

Godahl, MN
$2,871/mo
U.S. national average
$4,034/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Godahl vs. other types of senior living

$3,263/mo
Independent Living
$2,871/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Godahl, MN by room type

Semi-Private
$4,667/mo
Studio
$4,163/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,576/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,406/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Godahl

Recent reviews for independent living in Godahl

Old Main Village in Mankato, MN

4.4
I think Old Main Village is a really awesome place. They have so many activities and opportunities for social interaction. The facility always looks really clean. The public bathrooms downstairs are clean. The staff all seem really friendly. I would move there myself in a heartbeat. My ...
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Mankato Lodge Senior Living

5.0
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 great. I would recommend Mankato Lodge Senior Living to others.

Vista Prairie at Garnette Gardens in Redwood Falls, MN

5.0
My mom moved into Garnett Gardens in 2018. She was in assisted living. She loved the activity of people always being around. She visited with friends. Loved playing in the Nut Goodie Band. Entertainment, making lefse and other food. We moved her into the Memory Care unit awhile ago when she ...
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Godahl independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Godahl independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Godahl, 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 Godahl 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 Godahl partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
1.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
5.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.8%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Godahl 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 Godahl communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Godahl, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
9.1%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Godahl 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 Godahl offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Godahl, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
23.6%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.9%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.1%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.4%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.6%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
29.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
9.1%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.7%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
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Water's Edge, Mankato Lodge Senior Living and Brookdale Mankato are the top-rated independent living facilities near Godahl, Minnesota. See full list of communities.

There are 70 independent living facilities near Godahl, Minnesota. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Godahl, Minnesota is Water's Edge. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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