Best Senior Living in Fargo, North Dakota
13 communities found
Fargo offers 26 senior living options, made up of 13 residential communities and 13 agencies. Across 22 rated communities and 764 reviews read, the average rating is 4.1. Seven communities report Medicare star ratings, averaging 4.0 stars, with three earning five stars and five earning four or more.
- 26options listed
- 4.1average rating, 22 rated
- 764family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Bethany Retirement Living
Fargo, North Dakota
4.7(225)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Touchmark at Harwood Groves
Fargo, North Dakota
4.7(49)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Smp Health - St Catherine North
Fargo, North Dakota
4.6(46)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
From $1,888/moRiverview Place
Fargo, North Dakota
4.5(66)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Bethany Retirement Living
Fargo, North Dakota
4.5(53)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Eventide Fargo
Fargo, North Dakota
4.2(36)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Smp Health - St Catherine South
Fargo, North Dakota
4.2(22)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Edgewood Fargo
Fargo, North Dakota
4.1(14)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
From $4,754/moGood Samaritan Society - Fargo
Fargo, North Dakota
4.1(14)
Assisted LivingRespite / Short-Term Care
Maple View Memory Care | Fargo
Fargo, North Dakota
4(15)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Fargo Elim Senior Living Community
Fargo, North Dakota
3(2)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Meadows On University
Fargo, North Dakota
3.8(61)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated senior living in Fargo
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.7 (225 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 172 units
Bethany On University holds a strong overall Google rating from many reviewers, though specific comments on daily care were not provided.
- 2
4.7 (49 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Families call Touchmark at Harwood Groves warm and well run, praising attentive staff, dining, activities, and the ability to age in place.
- 3
Smp Health - St Catherine North
4.6 (46 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 125 units
Smp Health - St Catherine North holds a strong 4.6 out of 5 rating from 46 Google reviewers, though no detailed review text was provided.
- 4
4.5 (66 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Riverview Place earns praise for caring staff, home-style food, and a welcoming, faith-centered atmosphere, though a minority raise concerns about management and turnover.
- 5
4.5 (53 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 116 units
Bethany On 42nd holds a strong 4.6 out of 5 rating from 53 Google reviews, though no detailed review text was provided.
- 6
4.2 (36 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 98 units
Eventide Fargo holds a 4.2 out of 5 rating from 36 Google reviews, though no detailed review text was provided.
- 7
Smp Health - St Catherine South
4.2 (22 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 98 units
- 8
4.1 (14 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Edgewood Fargo offers assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing, holding a 4 out of 5 rating from 13 Google reviews.
- 9
Good Samaritan Society - Fargo
4.1 (14 reviews)· Assisted Living, Respite / Short-Term Care
Families describe mixed experiences at Good Samaritan Society - Fargo, praising staff, cleanliness, and food, while some report missed meals and medication mistakes.
- 10
Maple View Memory Care | Fargo
4 (15 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Maple View Memory Care draws mixed reviews, with many praising attentive staff and communication, while others report unresolved safety and food quality concerns.
What families say about senior living in Fargo
Counted across the review summaries of 25 Fargo communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, noted in 56% of 25 communities, along with medical and nursing care, mentioned in 36%, and food and dining, cited in 20%. Concerns center on cost and billing, raised in 68% of reviews, and communication with families, mentioned in 64%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 56%
- Medical and nursing care 36%
- Food and dining 20%
- Communication with families 12%
- Value for money 12%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 68%
- Communication with families 64%
- Staff attitude 32%
- Management 16%
“Always a treat to share time with family! A king size bed would make a game changer! Maybe a soap dish too! Many thanks!!!”
“Ashley the PT has been helping my grandma walk better after surgery. She's in out patient, also Amy in the office was helpful in getting the therapy started.”
“Employees are very friendly the food has been really good i have been in 2 other facility's Bethany has been the best one by far. Therapy is on the level where I need to be.Walter and Jamie was a nice greeting when I got here i new it was going to be ok they have answered my questions”
Senior Living in Fargo: the figures
- •Of the 7 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 0 have 11 to 60, and 7 have more than 60.
- •7 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.6 out of 5: 4 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: emergency call system (17), medication management (17), housekeeping (16), laundry service (16), 24-hour staff (16), wheelchair accessible (15).
How families pay for senior living in North Dakota
Most families in North Dakota start by paying privately for assisted living, memory care or independent living, often drawing on savings, retirement income and the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent or spouse purchased a policy years earlier, can also help cover monthly costs, so it is worth reviewing any old policy documents to see what is actually covered before assuming private funds are the only option.
The full picture for the state: Senior Living in North Dakota.
Senior Living near Fargo
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Fargo3.5 mi | 7 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.5 mi |
| Moorhead4.4 mi | 17 | 4.3 / 5 | 4.4 mi |
All of North Dakota: Senior Living in North Dakota. Closer to home? Compare senior living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 26 communities listed in Fargo, 764 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 Fargo ask about.
- Home Care in North Dakota: 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 Fargo: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Fargo, North Dakota?
MyLivingChoice lists 26 senior living communities in Fargo, North Dakota, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does senior living cost in Fargo?
Among Fargo communities that publish pricing, senior living starts around $1,888/month, with an average published starting rate near $3,321/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which senior living communities in Fargo are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Village Caregiving (5★, 50 ratings), Active at Home Helpers (5★, 9 ratings), Home Instead (4.8★, 19 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Fargo?
Beyond senior living, Fargo has at-home care (9 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (8 communities), assisted living (6 communities), home health (4 communities), independent living (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Fargo?
Families rate Fargo senior living communities 4.1 out of 5 on average, across 764 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Fargo senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 25 Fargo communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 56%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 36%), food and dining (mentioned for 20%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (68%), communication with families (64%), staff attitude (32%).
Are there small senior living homes in Fargo?
Of the 7 Fargo communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 0 have 11 to 60, and 7 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Fargo nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
7 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Fargo carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.6 out of 5. 4 are rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Fargo bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
