Best Assisted Living in St Cloud, Minnesota
12 communities found
St. Cloud has 12 assisted living communities, all residential in style, with an average rating of 3.6 based on 9 rated communities and 148 reviews read. Common features across most of these communities include 24-hour staff, housekeeping, medication management, emergency call systems and wheelchair accessibility. Social activities and laundry service are offered by 11 of the 12 communities, and 10 provide gathering or activity spaces.
- 12communities
- 3.6average rating, 9 rated
- 148family reviews read
Talamore Senior Living St. Cloud
St. Cloud, Minnesota
4.6(24)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Benedict Homes | An Ecumen Living Space
St. Cloud, Minnesota
5(2)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Nature's Point Assisted Living
St. Cloud, Minnesota
4.4(7)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Benedict Village | An Ecumen Living Space
St. Cloud, Minnesota
5(1)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Benet Place South
St. Cloud, Minnesota
5(1)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Sanctuary at St. Cloud
St. Cloud, Minnesota
4(28)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Benedict Court | An Ecumen Living Space
St. Cloud, Minnesota
3.5(6)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Cherrywood Advanced Living, South Facility
St. Cloud, Minnesota
3.4(5)
Assisted Living
Cherrywood Advanced Living - St. Cloud, MN
St. Cloud, Minnesota
3.7(20)
Assisted Living
Carefree Living St. Cloud
St Cloud, Minnesota
3(14)
Assisted Living
Skylight Gardens
St. Cloud, Minnesota
2.8(13)
Assisted Living
Ecumen St. Benedict's Community - St. Cloud
St. Cloud, Minnesota
3(27)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated assisted living in St. Cloud
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Talamore Senior Living St. Cloud
4.6 (24 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Talamore Senior Living St. Cloud holds a 4.6-star average across 24 Google reviews, though no detailed review text or amenities were provided.
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Nature's Point Assisted Living
4.4 (7 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Families describe Nature's Point as a clean, home-like community where staff are respectful and meals receive positive attention, though feedback is limited.
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4 (28 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
The Sanctuary at St. Cloud has earned a 4 out of 5 rating from 28 Google reviewers, but no detailed review comments were available.
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Benedict Court | An Ecumen Living Space
3.5 (6 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Cherrywood Advanced Living, South Facility
3.4 (5 reviews)· Assisted Living
Reviews of this small Cherrywood facility are divided, with some praising a warm, family-like atmosphere and others citing understaffing, falls, and inconsistent care.
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Cherrywood Advanced Living - St. Cloud, MN
3.7 (20 reviews)· Assisted Living
Cherrywood Advanced Living in St. Cloud is a small, home-style community offering dementia care and enhanced nursing in private-suite, single-family-style homes.
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3 (14 reviews)· Assisted Living
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2.8 (13 reviews)· Assisted Living
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Ecumen St. Benedict's Community - St. Cloud
3 (27 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
This community's 2.8 out of 5 rating from 25 reviews is on the lower end, with no specific reviewer comments available.
What families say about assisted living in St. Cloud
Counted across the review summaries of 12 St. Cloud communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often mention caring, attentive staff, cited by 33% of the 12 communities, along with activities and social life, value for money, building and grounds, and safety and security, each noted by 17%. On the concern side, cost and billing come up for 58% of families, communication with families for 50%, building and upkeep for 17%, and staff attitude for 8%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 33%
- Activities and social life 17%
- Value for money 17%
- Building and grounds 17%
- Safety and security 17%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 58%
- Communication with families 50%
- Building and upkeep 17%
- Staff attitude 8%
“I really like my apt, my family is much nearer now and I am making friends and getting involved in community as I am in independent living”
Assisted Living in St. Cloud: the figures
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (12), housekeeping (12), medication management (12), emergency call system (12), wheelchair accessible (12), social activities (11).
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.
Assisted Living near St. Cloud
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waite Park2.9 mi | 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 mi |
| Sauk Rapids3.2 mi | 11 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.2 mi |
| Buffalo29.4 mi | 15 | 4 / 5 | 29.4 mi |
| Little Falls31.2 mi | 8 | 4.2 / 5 | 31.2 mi |
| Pierz31.4 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 31.4 mi |
| Elk River32.8 mi | 6 | 4.4 / 5 | 32.8 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 12 communities listed in St. Cloud, 148 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 St Cloud 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 St Cloud: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in St Cloud, Minnesota?
MyLivingChoice lists 12 assisted living communities in St Cloud, Minnesota, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which assisted living communities in St Cloud are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Talamore Senior Living St. Cloud (4.6★, 24 ratings), Nature's Point Assisted Living (4.4★, 7 ratings), The Sanctuary at St. Cloud (4★, 28 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in St Cloud?
Beyond assisted living, St Cloud has independent living (9 communities), at-home care (8 communities), home health (7 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in St Cloud?
Families rate St Cloud assisted living communities 3.6 out of 5 on average, across 148 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in St Cloud assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 12 St Cloud communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 33%), activities and social life (mentioned for 17%), value for money (mentioned for 17%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (58%), communication with families (50%), building and upkeep (17%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving St Cloud bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
