Best Senior Living in Brainerd, Minnesota
7 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 8 senior care options in Brainerd: 7 communities and 1 home care agencies. Families rate them 3.4 out of 5 on average, across 144 public reviews.
- 8options listed
- 3.4average rating, 7 rated
- 144family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Silver Maple Residence
Brainerd, Minnesota
4.4(32)
Assisted Living
Edgewood Brainerd
Brainerd, Minnesota
4.2(51)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
From $1,789/moGood Samaritan Society - Bethany
Brainerd, Minnesota
4(24)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Harmony House Brainerd
Brainerd, Minnesota
3(2)
Assisted Living
From $2,056/moGood Samaritan Society - Woodland
Brainerd, Minnesota
3.4(10)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingRespite / Short-Term Care+1 more
Central Minnesota Senior Care
Brainerd, Minnesota
3.1(10)
Assisted Living
Carefree Living Brainerd
Brainerd, Minnesota
2.3(12)
Assisted Living
Best-rated senior living in Brainerd
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.4 (32 reviews)· Assisted Living· 28 units
There are no individual review comments available for Silver Maple Residence, but it holds a strong overall Google rating of 4.4 from 32 reviewers. The available description emphasizes a philosophy of preserving resident…
- 2
4.2 (51 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care· 107 units
Edgewood Brainerd holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 50 reviews, though no detailed reviewer comments were provided. The community's own description highlights its assisted living and secure memory care services, along…
- 3
Good Samaritan Society - Bethany
4 (24 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 79 units
Good Samaritan Society - Bethany is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Brainerd, Minnesota, holding a 4 out of 5 rating from 24 Google reviews. Beyond the rating itself, no detailed review text, amenities,…
- 4
Good Samaritan Society - Woodland
3.4 (10 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 40 units
- 5
3.1 (10 reviews)· Assisted Living· 11 units
Central Minnesota Senior Care is a small assisted living home in Brainerd, Minnesota, with a mixed reputation among the handful of reviewers who have weighed in. Opinions vary widely, from a very negative dismissal to a…
- 6
2.3 (12 reviews)· Assisted Living· 70 units
Brainerd Carefree Living is a licensed assisted living community in Brainerd, Minnesota, but there isn't enough review detail available to describe what families specifically like or dislike about daily life there. The…
What families say about senior living in Brainerd
Counted across the review summaries of 7 Brainerd communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 29%
- Memory care 29%
- Cleanliness 14%
- Safety and security 14%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 57%
- Communication with families 43%
- Building and upkeep 14%
“The new owners are bringing this facility back to life. Prioritizing the Residents and staff it is great to be able to watch it flourish. Excited about the new changes and growth within the facility.”
Senior Living in Brainerd: the figures
- •Of the 7 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 4 have 11 to 60, and 3 have more than 60.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (6), emergency call system (6), gathering / activity spaces (6), housekeeping (6), laundry service (6), medication management (6).
Senior Living near Brainerd
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pierz24.3 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 24.3 mi |
| Little Falls28.2 mi | 8 | 4.2 / 5 | 28.2 mi |
All of Minnesota: Senior Living in Minnesota. Closer to home? Compare senior living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 8 communities listed in Brainerd, 144 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.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Brainerd 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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Senior Living in Brainerd: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Brainerd, Minnesota?
MyLivingChoice lists 8 senior living communities in Brainerd, Minnesota, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does senior living cost in Brainerd?
Among Brainerd communities that publish pricing, senior living starts around $1,789/month, with an average published starting rate near $1,923/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which senior living communities in Brainerd are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Silver Maple Residence (4.4★, 32 ratings), Edgewood Brainerd (4.2★, 51 ratings), Good Samaritan Society - Bethany (4★, 24 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Brainerd?
Beyond senior living, Brainerd has assisted living (7 communities), independent living (2 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Brainerd?
Families rate Brainerd senior living communities 3.4 out of 5 on average, across 144 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Brainerd senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 7 Brainerd communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 29%), memory care (mentioned for 29%), cleanliness (mentioned for 14%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (57%), communication with families (43%), building and upkeep (14%).
Are there small senior living homes in Brainerd?
Of the 7 Brainerd communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 4 have 11 to 60, and 3 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.