Talk to an advisor (866) 208-4318

Summit Ridge Place in Sauk Rapids, MN

Summit Ridge Place is an assisted living and memory care community in Sauk Rapids, MN.

Information last verified:

Summit Ridge Place in Sauk Rapids, MN

Save

  • Interior

    An empty dining room with wooden tables and chairs on a hardwood floor.

  • Decor

    A cozy living room with a fireplace featuring an orange accent wall and decorative elements on the mantel.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a TV, armchairs, and ambient lighting.

  • Trees

    A charming house with a front porch and blooming trees on a sunny day.

  • Dining

    A spacious dining area with wooden flooring, featuring several tables and chairs under bright lighting.

  • Landscaping

    A vibrant tree with pink blossoms in front of a house.

  • Kitchen

    A caregiver in a mask serves residents at a nursing home kitchen counter.

  • Lighting

    A long, carpeted hallway with multiple doors and overhead lighting.

  • Waiting Area

    A cozy waiting area featuring a wooden desk with brochures and a lamp, decorated with vases, next to an open doorway leading to a seating area.

  • Exercise

    A group of elderly individuals participating in an indoor exercise session.

  • Wheelchair

    Residents gather in a care facility dining area, interacting with staff.

1325 Summit Avenue North, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.9 from 28 reviews
5 stars
13
4 stars
7
3 stars
4
2 stars
1
1 stars
3

Summit Ridge Place Costs & Pricing

At Summit Ridge Place, the monthly cost for a studio apartment stands at $5,000, which significantly exceeds both the county average in Sherburne County of $3,132 and the broader state average in Minnesota of $3,617. This pricing reflects the premium services and amenities offered at Summit Ridge Place, catering to those seeking an enhanced living experience. While it may be higher than local and state benchmarks, many residents find that the exceptional quality of care and lifestyle options justify the investment in their well-being.

Floor plansSummit Ridge PlaceSherburne CountyMinnesota
Studio$5,000$3,132$3,617

Overall Review of Summit Ridge Place

common 17 reviews mention this

Caring, communicative staff

Many residents and families describe staff as kind and responsive.

Residents and families repeatedly mention a friendly, compassionate staff and say communication with families is strong. Several reviews highlight feeling well cared for, including staff taking time to listen and treating residents like family. Even in complaints, reviewers often single out staff members or managers as nice, kind, or helpful, while the problems are more about consistency and staffing.

common 9 reviews mention this

Meals are a frequent highlight

Meal service and the food get consistent praise.

Multiple reviews describe three meals a day and positive experiences with the food, including homemade soup and a dining area that feels neat and spacious. Some reviewers also mention residents can take food back to their rooms if needed. A few visitors note issues with the food-area presentation during a tour, but overall dining satisfaction shows up often in the reviews.

  • An empty dining room with wooden tables and chairs on a hardwood floor.
  • A spacious dining area with wooden flooring, featuring several tables and chairs under bright lighting.
  • Residents gather in a care facility dining area, interacting with staff.
common 7 reviews mention this

Activities help residents stay engaged

Residents describe regular activities and daily programming.

Several reviews say there are scheduled daily activities, including exercise and mind-benders, along with music, games, and other events. Families also mention outings such as day trips and time for card games or puzzles. Where concerns appear, they are tied to activity consistency, with some reviewers saying activities were limited or lacking when staffing fell short.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Staffing and care consistency concerns

Some reviews raise concerns about staffing levels impacting care.

A recurring theme in the less-positive reviews is understaffing and the resulting impact on meals, activities, and overall care. Some reviewers also describe serious outcomes they attribute to how behaviors or needs were handled, including being sent out for urgent care. In those accounts, families recommend looking elsewhere or report that staffing shortages were especially noticeable at night.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and maintenance vary

Reviews describe mixed cleanliness and upkeep experiences.

Some residents and families say the community feels clean, homey, and well kept, including mention of a neat, inviting environment. Other visitors report the facility looked dated, not very clean, or in need of maintenance, including issues they noticed during a tour. This split suggests the look and condition may not be consistent across visits or timeframes.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Costs feel high for the value

Several reviews say the pricing is expensive.

More than one reviewer explicitly calls out the cost as pricey, and at least a couple connect the expense to dissatisfaction with services or the overall environment. One reviewer notes affordability as a concern in the context of whether it was “private pay,” while others simply frame it as too expensive. Taken together, the reviews show a clear cost/value tension for some families.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 38 resident community capacity 38 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Security gate Security gate
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • St Cloud Regional (6 miles away) St Cloud Regional (6 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Companion care Companion care
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice care Hospice care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Personal care assistants Personal care assistants
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Brain fitness Brain fitness
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Sauk Rapids, Minnesota offers a peaceful and convenient neighborhood for senior living. With several places of worship nearby, including Sacred Heart Church and Trinity Lutheran Church, residents can easily maintain their spiritual practices. Additionally, there are several parks in the area such as Island View Park and Oakwood Village Park where seniors can enjoy nature and outdoor activities. Access to pharmacies like Walgreens, Coborn's Pharmacy, and Walmart Pharmacy ensures easy access to medication and healthcare needs. The proximity of restaurants like Jimmy's Pour House and Burger King provides convenient dining options for seniors who may prefer dining out or ordering takeout. For medical needs, there are various physicians' offices in the vicinity including Skin Care Doctors and Eye Surgeons & Physicians. The presence of CentraCare hospital nearby offers peace of mind for any emergency medical situations. Overall, this area offers a well-rounded community with amenities that cater to the needs of older adults looking for a comfortable and convenient living environment in Sauk Rapids.

Places of Worship

  • Sacred Heart Church (0.7 miles)
  • Harvest Fellowship (1 miles)
  • Living Way Church (1 miles)
  • Trinity Lutheran Church (1.4 miles)
  • St Francis Xavier Church (2.6 miles)
  • Grace Baptist Fellowship (3.7 miles)

Parks

  • Island View Park (0.8 miles)
  • Oakwood Village Park (0.9 miles)
  • Sauk Rapids Municipal Park (1.2 miles)
  • Hester Park (2.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Jimmy's Pour House (1.1 miles)
  • Subway (1.1 miles)
  • Benton Station Bar (1.2 miles)
  • Burger King (1.3 miles)
  • Bubba's Bar & Grill (1.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.8 miles)
  • Subway (1.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
  • Dragich & Dragich (1.2 miles)
  • Village Pharmacy & Gift (1.2 miles)
  • Coborn's Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Country Store & Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • Guardian Pharmacy (1.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Skin Care Doctors (1.9 miles)
  • Eye Surgeons & Physicians (1.9 miles)
  • Northway Eye & Contact Lenses Center (1.9 miles)
  • Center For Pain Management (2.1 miles)
  • Central Minnesota Neuroscience (2.1 miles)
  • Hanger Clinic: Prosthetics & Orthotics (2.1 miles)
  • Mid-Minnesota Family Practice Center (2.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • CentaCare (2.1 miles)

Transportation

  • St Cloud Station (2.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Caribou Coffee (3 miles)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to live at Summit Ridge Place in Sauk Rapids, MN?
What floor plans and room types does Summit Ridge Place offer?
Where is Summit Ridge Place?
Does Summit Ridge Place provide care for residents with dementia or Alzheimer's disease?
Does Summit Ridge Place allow residents to have pets?
What photos are available for Summit Ridge Place in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota?

Nearby Communities

  • Wildwood Assisted Living

    Wildwood Assisted Living

    Sauk Rapids, MN

    3.6 from 28 reviews
     

    pro Comprehensive 24/7 care with ADL support, medication management, diabetes care, and on-site amenities (dining, salon, activities) in a furnished, welcoming setting.

  • Cherrywood Advanced Living

    Cherrywood Advanced Living

    Sauk Rapids, MN

    4.3 from 4 reviews
     

    pro Open, inviting layout with social dining and caring staff.

  • Good Shepherd Homes

    Good Shepherd Homes

    Sauk Rapids, MN

    3.4 from 29 reviews
     

    pro Comprehensive on-site amenities and 24/7 care support for an active lifestyle.

  • Bridges Mn

    Bridges Mn

    Sauk Rapids, MN

    4.6 from 10 reviews
     

    pro Small, intimate assisted living with 24/7 care, diabetes management, and mental wellness support.

  • Good Shepherd Assisted Living

    Good Shepherd Assisted Living

    Sauk Rapids, MN

    3.5 from 24 reviews
     

    pro Robust amenities and 24/7 care support

  • Shepherd Court Apts

    Shepherd Court Apts

    Sauk Rapids, MN

    5 from 2 reviews
     

    pro Spiritual well-being focus with diabetic care.

  • Ridgeview Place

    Ridgeview Place

    Sauk Rapids, MN

    4.2 from 12 reviews
     

    pro Spacious, apartment-style living with memory-care focus, plus robust daily activities and on-site care staff.

  • Edgewood Senior Living Sartell

    Edgewood Senior Living Sartell

    Sartell, MN

    4.1 from 39 reviews
    $2,795 to $3,975 / month

    pro Caring staff, clean environment, and engaging activities.

  • Skylight Gardens

    Skylight Gardens

    Saint Cloud, MN

    2.8 from 17 reviews
    $725 to $2,400 / month

    pro Affordable pricing relative to county/state averages; offers assisted and independent living with on-site amenities.

Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Related Resources

  • best foods for dementia patients to eatNourishing the Mind: Essential Dietary Approaches for Dementia

    Dementia is characterized by cognitive decline, with nutrition playing a vital role in brain health; while no specific diet can prevent or reverse it, a nutrient-dense diet rich in antioxidants and healthy fats may support cognitive function. The MIND diet, which emphasizes beneficial foods and limits processed items, along with proper hydration and individualized meal strategies, can enhance the well-being of dementia patients.

  • dementia behaviorsUnderstanding Dementia Behaviors: Practical Insights and Strategies for Caregivers

    Dementia affects memory and cognitive function in older adults, presenting challenges for caregivers due to behavioral changes such as confusion and mood swings. Compassionate, person-centered care that considers individual history and preferences, along with effective communication and environmental modifications, is essential for supporting both patients and their caregivers.

  • dementia and angerWhen Dementia Sparks Anger and Aggression: Understanding the Connection and Ways to Cope

    Dementia leads to cognitive impairment and can cause emotional and behavioral changes, including aggression that arises from frustration, confusion, or fear. Effective coping strategies for caregivers include understanding dementia's nature, recognizing triggers, using empathetic communication, and employing non-pharmacological interventions like music and art therapy.

Call a senior care advisor
By clicking submit, you agree to our Partner's Terms of Use. You also consent to receive calls and texts, which may be autodialed, from our Partner. Your consent is not a condition to using our Partner's service. Please visit our Partner's Privacy Policy for information about their privacy practices.