Best Senior Living in Rochester, Minnesota
20 communities found
Rochester lists 26 senior living options, made up of 20 residential communities and 6 agencies. Among the 22 rated communities, the average rating is 4.4 based on 786 reviews read.
- 26options listed
- 4.4average rating, 22 rated
- 786family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
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
Charter House
Rochester, Minnesota
4.6(114)
Independent Living
Marcella Manor Senior Living
Rochester, Minnesota
4.8(15)
Assisted Living
Cascade Creek Memory Care
Rochester, Minnesota
4.7(22)
Memory Care
Cottagewood Senior Communities
Rochester, Minnesota
4.6(35)
Assisted Living
Shorewood Senior Campus
Rochester, Minnesota
4.5(35)
Independent Living
Meadow Lakes Senior Living
Rochester, Minnesota
4.5(12)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Rochester Rehabilitation & Living Center
Rochester, Minnesota
5(2)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
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
Best-rated senior 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 rating from 54 Google reviewers, though no written reviews or amenity details were provided.
- 2
Benedictine Living Community-Rochester Madonna Meadows
4.8 (25 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
This faith-based community carries a 4.8 rating and offers a continuum of care from independent living through assisted living, nursing care, and rehabilitation.
- 3
4.7 (56 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
- 4
4.6 (114 reviews)· Independent Living· 32 units
- 5
4.8 (15 reviews)· Assisted Living
Marcella Manor Senior Living holds a 4.8 rating from 15 Google reviews, though no detailed reviews or amenities were provided.
- 6
4.7 (22 reviews)· Memory Care
- 7
Cottagewood Senior Communities
4.6 (35 reviews)· Assisted Living
Cottagewood Senior Communities holds a 4.6 rating from 35 Google reviews, though no specific review comments or amenity details were provided.
- 8
4.5 (35 reviews)· Independent Living
Shorewood Senior Campus, an independent living community, holds a 4.5 rating from 36 Google reviews, with no detailed reviews or amenities documented.
- 9
4.5 (12 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Meadow Lakes Senior Living holds a 4.5 rating from 12 Google reviews, though no detailed review comments or amenity details were provided.
- 10
4.3 (135 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 128 units
What families say about senior living in Rochester
Counted across the review summaries of 22 Rochester communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often point to caring, attentive staff and medical or nursing care, each noted by 32% of the 22 rated communities. On the concern side, cost and billing come up for 77%, and communication with families for 64%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 32%
- Medical and nursing care 32%
- Activities and social life 14%
- Cleanliness 14%
- Management 14%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 77%
- Communication with families 64%
- Building and upkeep 32%
- Staffing levels and turnover 5%
“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.”
“We had a wonderful experience to learn of Cascade Creek Memory Care and what they have to offer to our mother with severe dementia. We were definitely impressed and would feel comfortable in placing our mother in their loving and respectful care.”
“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.”
Senior Living in Rochester: the figures
- •Of the 6 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 3 have more than 60.
- •5 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.6 out of 5: 1 rated four stars or better, 2 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (22), gathering / activity spaces (19), emergency call system (19), housekeeping (19), wheelchair accessible (18), laundry service (18).
How families pay for senior 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: Senior 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 26 communities listed in Rochester, 786 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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Senior Living in Rochester: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Rochester, Minnesota?
MyLivingChoice lists 26 senior living communities in Rochester, Minnesota, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Rochester are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Aveanna Home Health (5★, 14 ratings), Maxx Home Healthcare LLC (5★, 11 ratings), Visiting Angels Senior Home Care (4.9★, 44 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Rochester?
Beyond senior living, Rochester has assisted living (12 communities), 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 senior living in Rochester?
Families rate Rochester senior living communities 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 786 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Rochester senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 22 Rochester communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 32%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 32%), activities and social life (mentioned for 14%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (77%), communication with families (64%), building and upkeep (32%).
Are there small senior living homes in Rochester?
Of the 6 Rochester communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 3 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Rochester nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
5 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Rochester carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.6 out of 5. 1 is rated four stars or better and 2 are 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 Rochester bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
