Best Assisted Living in Rochester, Minnesota
12 communities found
Rochester, Minnesota offers 12 assisted living communities, all residential in style, with an average rating of 4.4 across 11 rated communities and 435 reviews read. None of these communities publish pricing or accept Medicaid, and none carry a Medicare star rating.
- 12communities
- 4.4average rating, 11 rated
- 461family reviews read
Home Instead
Rochester, Minnesota
4.8(53)
Assisted Living
Benedictine Living Community-Rochester Madonna Meadows
Rochester, Minnesota
4.8(25)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
From $3,395/moThe Waters on Mayowood
Rochester, Minnesota
4.7(56)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Marcella Manor Senior Living
Rochester, Minnesota
4.8(15)
Assisted Living
Cottagewood Senior Communities
Rochester, Minnesota
4.6(35)
Assisted Living
Meadow Lakes Senior Living
Rochester, Minnesota
4.5(12)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Samaritan Bethany Inc
Rochester, Minnesota
4.3(135)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Benedictine Living Community-Rochester Madonna Towers
Rochester, Minnesota
4.3(48)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
Arbor Terrace
Rochester, Minnesota
Assisted Living
Adapta
Rochester, Minnesota
4.1(8)
Assisted Living
AVIVA River Bend
Rochester, Minnesota
4(48)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
The Homestead at Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota
3.2(26)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated assisted living in Rochester
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.8 (53 reviews)· Assisted Living
Home Instead holds a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 54 Google reviewers, though no written reviews explain what specifically stands out.
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Benedictine Living Community-Rochester Madonna Meadows
4.8 (25 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
This faith-based community offers a continuum of care, letting residents move between independent living, assisted living, nursing care, and rehabilitation as needs change.
- 3
4.7 (56 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
- 4
4.8 (15 reviews)· Assisted Living
Marcella Manor Senior Living holds a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 15 Google reviews, suggesting families are generally satisfied.
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Cottagewood Senior Communities
4.6 (35 reviews)· Assisted Living
Cottagewood Senior Communities holds a 4.6 out of 5 rating from 35 Google reviews, suggesting families are generally satisfied.
- 6
4.5 (12 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Meadow Lakes Senior Living holds a 4.5 out of 5 rating from 12 Google reviews, though no detailed comments describe the resident experience.
- 7
4.3 (135 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 128 units
- 8
Benedictine Living Community-Rochester Madonna Towers
4.3 (48 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 62 units
- 9
4.1 (8 reviews)· Assisted Living· 18 units
- 10
4 (48 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
What families say about assisted living in Rochester
Counted across the review summaries of 12 Rochester communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise medical and nursing care, mentioned by 25% of communities, along with caring, attentive staff, food and dining, activities and social life, and value for money, each noted by 17%. Concerns center on cost and billing, raised in 83% of communities, communication with families at 67%, building and upkeep at 42%, and activities and social life at 8%.
Praised most
- Medical and nursing care 33%
- Caring, attentive staff 25%
- Food and dining 17%
- Activities and social life 17%
- Value for money 17%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 83%
- Communication with families 67%
- Building and upkeep 33%
- Activities and social life 8%
“Mallory was great to work with at MT. Was thrilled they were able to accommodate two loved one’s simultaneously needing varying levels of care. Overall, smooth and timely process.”
“Our experience for our mom has been great. The staff is kind and caring. The environment is homey. The food is good. There are activities, games and music.”
“I am writing this about my evening caregiver, Tammy Winch. She's always concerned with my needs and willing to do what's necessary. She is also a wealth of knowledge. She comes 3 evenings a week.<br>Carol Deetz”
Assisted Living in Rochester: the figures
- •Most common amenities: medication management (12), social activities (12), 24-hour staff (12), gathering / activity spaces (12), housekeeping (12), laundry service (12).
How families pay for assisted living in Minnesota
Most Minnesota families start by paying privately, drawing on savings, retirement income, and often the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent or spouse has a policy, can also help cover the monthly cost of assisted living, memory care, or independent living. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that adds a monthly payment on top of a regular VA pension for those who need help with daily activities. It is worth checking early, since VA claims can take time to process.
The full picture for the state: Assisted Living in Minnesota. Prices by city and the programs that help: what senior living costs in Minnesota.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 12 communities listed in Rochester, 461 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Rochester ask about.
- Home Care in Minnesota: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Assisted Living in Rochester: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Rochester, Minnesota?
MyLivingChoice lists 12 assisted living communities in Rochester, Minnesota, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which assisted living communities in Rochester are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Home Instead (4.8★, 53 ratings), Benedictine Living Community-Rochester Madonna Meadows (4.8★, 25 ratings), Marcella Manor Senior Living (4.8★, 15 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Rochester?
Beyond assisted living, Rochester has independent living (10 communities), home health (5 communities), memory care (5 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (5 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Rochester?
Families rate Rochester assisted living communities 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 461 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Rochester assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 12 Rochester communities, the most common praise is medical and nursing care (mentioned for 33%), caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 25%), food and dining (mentioned for 17%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (83%), communication with families (67%), building and upkeep (33%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Rochester bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
