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Types of care available in White Bear Lake, MN
Independent Living
The staff at Talamore are very nice, helpful, friendly and approachable. They go out of their way for us to have a pleasant experience. My loved one has 19 meals included in her rent and she has liked everything she has tried, especially the build your own omelet and the fish. The building is very clean and my mom enjoys going down for coffee every morning. Move in process went smoothly and the maintenance manager was very accommodating to our needs. Making friends is easy in the communal areas and during the many activities that are provided. We would definitely recommend The Talamore Woodbury for all of the above reasons!
Being out of state we do not get to visit that much, however when we do speak with our loved one she does seem to enjoy the meals and dining service. We do think the overall value for the money is good and based on our experience so far we would recommend the Parkshore Senior Campus to other families.
We chose Bel Rae Senior Living because of the newness of the building, the friendly and helpful staff members, and the overall accommodations as well. He has a 1 bedroom apartment and it is a little on the smaller side if your have more furniture. The food is ok and they keep striving to improve it. Overall, I would recommend to others who are looking.
1260 County Rd E, Vadnais Heights, MN 55110
The staff are great, friendly have been helpful. However they don't have a lot of staff so there's a lot of things that haven't happened for my dad that we've had to talk to them about quite a few times so,...
Gable Pines is a beautiful community that opened in June of 2016. Offering options for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Located off County Road E, between 35E and Highway 61- Gable Pines is both close to the action of city living and offers the serenity and nature views of a...
3820 Hoffman Rd, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Most important is from the director Rachel stave to the aids and food staff are caring humans!!! The experience has been amazing!!! I would highly recommend this location as staff and property are amazing....
Nestled near the Gem Lake and Lake Shore neighborhoods, The Waters brings a new living experience to White Bear Lake. This senior living community features an on-site restaurant, café, pub and spaces decorated by award-wining interior designer Renée LeJeune Hallberg.At The Waters, your apartment...
3666 East County Line North, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
My Dad lived here for four years. He loved it here - beautiful apartment on the main floor overlooking the courtyard. He especially liked watching the geese and ducks - also the neighbors' dogs. The staff is...
The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active is nestled in beautiful, secluded woods overlooking a modest lake. We offer small town charm with big city attractions. Healthcare, shopping, dining, golf and entertainment are all just minutes from your front door, and we're a short drive from the Twin...
4615 2nd Avenue, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Compassionate, helpful & caring staff who treat residents as family, friendly residents, fun activities. My dad enjoyed his stay at his spacious apartment, delicious meals, exercise class, Bingo,...
Cerenity Residence—White Bear Lake is a comfortable, homey 43-apartment community that provides a full range of personal and health care services. Most of our tenants are long-term residents of White Bear Lake; some are even former neighbors. The Residence is part of a continuum of care community...
2555 Hamline Ave N, Roseville, MN 55113
Great food, activities very diverse. There is something for everyone. Lovely location with woods in back. Housekeeping is great!!! People are very friendly. Barber shop great. There are tons of...
Welcome to RosePointeOur rental community is located in a quiet wooded setting in the heart of Roseville, MN. Nestled between Minneapolis and St. Paul, we are just minutes from shopping, both downtowns, parks, health care centers, and more. Carefully designed with personal independence in mind,...
2800 Rice Street, Little Canada, MN 55113
Good overall experience, with friendly residents and great management. It is clean and well cared for. Activities are good, but haven't parteken yet. Good value for cost, glad to be here!
Welcome home! The Lodge Apartments at Little Canada is a 62+, smoke-free community. Our property features a fitness center, community room with kitchen, heated garage, gaming room with pool table, and a library. We have one- and two-bedroom apartments that feature generous living spaces, plenty...
7088 11th St N, Oakdale, MN 55128
Easy to work with, friendly family like atmosphere, lovely facilities, great place! I would most definitely recommend The Waters of Oakdale to anybody looking!
Whether you prefer to relax in the comfort of home, explore Oakdale’s amazing parks and nature centers, or shop for deals at the nearby shopping malls, The Waters of Oakdale is the ideal Community for independent senior living. Don’t spend a minute worrying about having the services you need, now...
14602 Finale Ave, Hugo, MN 55038
I don't even have the words to express what we experienced. The care my mother-in-law received was beyond what we thought possible. My mother-in-law was very difficult. Other professionals did not want to...
Keystone Place at LaValle Fields is an assisted living community located in tranquil Hugo, Washington County, Minnesota. Hugo is small town filled with places for fishing and small farms that give Hugo a special touch when going for a Sunday drive. There are three lakes locally and one is located...
3300 Rice St, Little Canada, MN 55126
After the tour we were impressed with the general environment and pleasant feeling of the place. They had great activities and it is in a wonderful location. She was only there a couple of months.
2545 Hamline Ave N, Roseville, MN 55113
I appreciate the many amenities including dining (10 meals per month), a lively social program, 24 hr concierge, excellent management and staff. Facility is well maintained.
RosePointe II is a 42-unit independent living community for individuals 55 or better who want a more affordable housing option. Located in a quiet wooded setting, RosePointe II is just minutes from both downtowns, parks and more. The building is a secured 3-story split-level walk-up with no...
197 County Rd B2W, Roseville, MN 55113
My loved one is a resident at Suite Living Roseville. The meals could use more variety. Also, the TV needs to be easier to use for the seniors.
Suite Living of Roseville is a 25 private suite Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Community that provides quality care to our seniors, with a personal touch. Our communities are small and intimate, providing a cozy warm atmosphere that feels like home. Suite Living is locally owned and...
2330 Mounds View Blvd, Mounds View, MN 55112
Bel Rae is a great place. Very responsive and helpful nursing staff. I would tell others just how friendly the staff is. How clean everything is. Seems more like a fancy hotel than a senior care facility....
Nestled near cozy neighborhoods, creeks and ponds, Bel Rae Senior Living is a locally owned premier senior community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Conveniently located right off Highway 10 and 35W in Mounds View, Bel Rae offers exceptional accommodations and...
2730 Herschel St N, Roseville, MN 55113
I like the location, and the rent. Would prefer no carpet, but it is only in the bedroom. Have had limited experiences with the staff, most have been good.
NOW OPEN - AFFORDABLE 55+ LIVING IS NOW BLOOMING in ROSEVILLE!The wait is over! Harbor at Twin Lakes, a 55 years & older community, is ready to offer you the home of your dreams. Now leasing, our new apartments in Roseville will redefine the way you think about senior living. Discover our...
733 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104
I love my apartment and I love the location. Never saw myself as a city dweller but I really appreciate it. The diversity in the people here is a first for me. It’s great. The neighborhood has such...
Welcome to Seven Hills Senior Living!We are so excited to be part of the St Paul area. Our community gives residents lots of St. Paul’s charm and history with it's beautiful craftsmanship and exquisite décor throughout the entire building.We are located on a tree-lined avenue reinvigorated with...
1890 Sherren Avenue East, Maplewood, MN 55109
I would rate them all a 5. They really cared for residents like family. It was ALWAYS CLEAN. They had great activities. Mom was clean. The food was good.
The Homestead at Maplewood is a 61 unit senior living community that offers both assisted living and memory support services. We are owned and operated by Volunteers of America National Services and have been since we opened in 1995. Volunteers of America National Services is an affiliate of...
2555 Snelling Avenue North, Roseville, MN 55113
From the minute my sister and I walked into Sunrise of Roseville for our tour we knew this was where we wanted our mother to be. We did visit other places but ultimate decided on Sunrise. It is a smaller...
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Located just minutes from both the Minneapolis and St. Paul downtown areas, Sunrise of Roseville just north of the Rosedale Shopping Center. We have been...
580 Liberty Wy, Vadnais Heights, MN 55127
We have already told quite a few people besides my brother and sister in law also. We have nothing but great things to say about the community and the people that work there.
Suite Living of Vadnais Heights is a 32 private suite Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Community that provides quality care to our seniors, with a personal touch. Our communities are small and intimate, providing a cozy warm atmosphere that feels like home. Suite Living is locally owned...
3701 Chandler Drive, Saint Anthony, MN 55421
Mom moved into Chandler Place in [date removed] in independent living. Her apartment is perfect for one person. Laundry machines are free and convenient on her floor. Nursing staff have been very helpful...
Step into Chandler Place and take comfort in knowing that you have come to the right place. We have been a part of the St. Anthony community for many years, delivering a lifestyle of care, value and well-being amidst a beautiful setting.Here you will find a thriving community of residents from...
5260 127th St. N, Hugo, MN 55038
I cannot say enough good things about Good Life Senior Living! Below are some of the things that I found to be exemplary. It’s easy to understand why this facility has won so many awards. PROMPT RESPONSES...
If you are looking for care for your loved one who struggles with Memory, Dementia, or just needs Assisted Care, at Good Life we offer a smaller, more intimate, and more personal setting for our residents to call home. Being at home is such an important part of achieving a higher level of care....
418 Hwy 96 W, Shoreview, MN 55126
My Mom has lived at Scandia Shores for about 7 years. The staff is very caring and generates many interesting activities for their residents. The food is great and the residents make a community for each...
Scandia Shores is the area's most enjoyable independent senior living residence. This exceptional senior community combines the beauty of the countryside with the convenience of suburban life. Choose from six beautiful floor plans with many on-site comforts and services. Enjoy the pleasant...
2300 Hazelwood Street, Maplewood, MN 55109
My Dad has been at Encore at Maplewood for 3 months. He just loves having his own apartment. It’s wonderful that he doesn’t have to worry about taking his medication, doing his laundry or cleaning his...
Encore at Maplewood is a small senior living community located in Maplewood, 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...
2250 6th St, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
I lived here at Lake Square for 7 wonderful years.It is in a great location..Downtown WBL Management is great when you are in need of anything. Very pleasant in house Manager,that will care for your...
Lake Square Apartments is a lovely, three story Cape Cod building in a residential area adjacent to picturesque downtown White Bear Lake. Our apartment community is the ideal residence for active 55+adults, working or retired, and is complemented by a level of service that enables us to be the...
1235 Gun Club Road, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
We have had a very positive experience with White Pine Senior Living and highly recommend them. They do really well at everything, all the way from administrative to the care. Their communication with the...
At White Pine Senior Living in beautiful White Bear Lake, Minnesota residents can enjoy an affordable later-years experience in sound-proof apartments that come with free cable TV. The fees include everything offered, so no unbudgeted costs will appear on the bill and you can plan effectively for...
1695 East County Road D, Maplewood, MN 55109
Offers a lot with large apts. Unclear if it is smoke free but up toward White Bear Lake, a bit too far out of the metro area for me.
Maple Ridge Apartments in Maplewood, Minnesota is a short walk to shopping and dinning at Maplewood Mall and Osaka Sushi and Hibachi. With amazing garden waterfalls and a dog park for your four-legged friends, this breathtaking community features a gorgeous tree-filled courtyard and offers a...
720 Mahtomedi Ave, Mahtomedi, MN 55115
My dad recently moved from another memory care facility. The staff here has been a million times more attentive and caring. They actually do the needed cares and more. I highly recommend this place for...
Encore of Mahtomedi is a small senior living community located in Mahtomedi, 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...
The average cost of senior living in White Bear Lake is 3,187 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stillwater, MN with an average of 3,094 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
In White Bear Lake, Minnesota, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
In White Bear Lake, Minnesota, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
White Bear Lake is car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in White Bear Lake include bus routes. Seniors may receive fare discounts. White Bear Lake has relatively limited biking infrastructure and is not particularly walkable.
White Bear Lake and the surrounding area offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Healtheast St. John’s Hospital and Lakeview Memorial Hospital.
White Bear Lake, Minnesota, is a part of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area and offers residents a lakeside, subrban lifestyle while still maintaining convenient access to the greater city amenities. White Bear Lake’s downtown district has a variety of local shopping and dining options where seniors can support small businesses. Seniors may also enjoy the vibrant arts and entertainment scene with live music, art galleries, and a creative space where anyone can try their hand at a new craft. With White Bear Lake at the center of this suburban town, walking trails, fishing spots, kayaking, and lakeside camping spots are in abundance.
Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:
Welcome to White Bear Lake, where the charm of small town living meets the beauty of a lakeside setting. Between its pastoral appeal, exciting activities, and friendly people, White Bear Lake offers something for everyone.
Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in White Bear Lake are geared towards seniors who are able to live on their own, without daily assistance, and prefer to live among people their age. This usually means residents are self-sufficient and do not require hands-on care. Think of White Bear Lake retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.
The median monthly cost of independent living in 2019 was about $2,400 in White Bear Lake and $2,000 within the greater metropolitan area. The median monthly cost of independent living in the state of Minnesota was around $2,050.
The total household expenses associated with living in White Bear Lake are rated 3 points above the national average. Health care costs are rated 13 points higher than the average.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Groceries | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 103 | 113 | 101 | 111 | 93 | 98 |
Income and Housing
| Median Income Age 45-64 | Median Income Age 65+ | Median Household Income | Average Individual Income | Median Employee Salary | Average Property Tax | One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $81,049 per year | $45,162 per year | $67,270 per year | $35,059 per year | $45,967 per year | $3,537 per year | $862 per month |
The top hospitals that service White Bear Lake include:
White Bear Lake’s climate is classified as warm summer continental, which means the city experiences four distinct seasons with a wide variation in seasonal temperature. The average humidity level is 67%, and humidity levels are often highest during December at about 77%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 15°F | 23°F | 6°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 73°F | 83°F | 63°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median Age | Percent of Population Over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41.7 | 19.4% | 25,129 | 3,127.6 per square mile | 2.4 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.6% | 5.5% | <0.1% | 2.3% | 86.7% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Ramsey County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 71.8% | 26.2% | 2.0% |
Founded on the shores of its namesake lake, the town of White Bear Lake has long been a prime destination for lovers of nature and culture alike. Visitors can enjoy swimming and boating on the lake, as well as some world-class fishing from one of two public fishing piers. Away from the lake, visitors can access one of the town’s many parks, including the Rotary Nature Preserve, a 40-acre park that offers ADA accessible trails along scenic wetlands.
Besides being home to a wide variety of shops and restaurants, downtown White Bear Lake hosts events year round – from holiday gatherings, to summer music celebrations and outdoor markets. Downtown is also home to the Lakeshore Players Theater Company and the White Bear Lake Historical Society. White Bear Lake’s vibrant Senior Center offers classes in fitness and the arts, and hosts many card and game clubs.
Transportation
Senior transportation options in White Bear Lake include Metro Transit bus service to the Twin Cities, as well as several other services for riders who qualify.
RosePointe I, RidgePointe Senior Living and Talamore Woodbury are the top-rated independent living facilities near White Bear Lake, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 130 independent living facilities near White Bear Lake, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in White Bear Lake, Minnesota are Gable Pines and RosePointe I. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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