Planning for assisted living care? Understanding costs and financial assistance options is crucial for Minnesota families making this important decision.
Average Assisted Living Costs in Minnesota
The average cost of assisted living in Minnesota is approximately $5,500 per month. This covers 24/7 supervision, medication management, personal care assistance, meals, and emergency response systems.
Medical Assistance Application Requirements
Families seeking Medical Assistance must complete:
- Long-term Care Application – evaluates financial eligibility
- MN Choices Assessment – determines care needs
Important: Not all facilities accept government programs. Ask specifically about Medical Assistance acceptance and availability.
Coverage Gaps to Know
Medical Assistance covers personal care, health monitoring, and medical services. However, it doesn’t cover rent and meals. Housing Support can help but limits rent and food to just $1,170 per month – creating a significant gap with $5,500 monthly costs.
During the application process, families often pay out-of-pocket for care while waiting for approval or 1 on 1 Comprehensive Healthcare may be able to help, complete our referral form, our staff will help make this process easy
Planning Tips
- Start early – applications take time
- Budget for gaps – In case of you have assets.
- Research facilities that accept Medical Assistance
- 1 on 1 Comprehensive Healthcare can help you navigate this complete process, call us at 763-299-0025 or complete our online application for intake.
Get Professional Help
At 1 on 1 Comprehensive Healthcare Solution, we help families navigate assisted living costs and Medical Assistance applications. Our team guides you through the process and connects you with appropriate resources. Whether in need of CADI or Elderly waiver, we can help you get the care you need.
Take Our Patient Need Assessment
At 1 on 1 Comprehensive Healthcare Solution, we make it easier for families and individuals to understand the level of care they may need, our healthcare finder wizard makes finding your care needs easy. Our Patient Need Assessment is designed to help you identify whether you or your loved one may benefit from assisted living, customized living, or specialized home healthcare services. By answering a few simple questions, you’ll receive guidance on the best care options tailored to your medical, physical, and mental health needs.
Need assistance with planning? Contact 1on 1 Comprehensive Healthcare Solution at 763-299-0025 or visit 1on1comprehensivehealthcare.com for expert guidance on Medical Assistance applications and care options that fit your budget.