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New Perspective Waconia

500 S. Cherry Street, Waconia, MN

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

1.59 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About New Perspective Waconia

Offering: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care Located minutes west of Minneapolis in the lovely lakeside community of Waconia, Minnesota, New Perspective’s senior assisted living community features the beauty and amenities of a fine hotel. Ridgeview Hospital is located across the street for convenience and peace of mind for residents and their families. Our senior residents can stay active with walking trails at Baylor Regional Park, enjoy a day at Lake Waconia beach, or take a chair yoga class at the Waconia Senior Center using our convenient shuttle bus. New Perspective senior living offers plenty of amenities, including our fitness center, pool, and game room. For relaxation, there’s no better place to enjoy the afternoon sunshine than rocking on the front porch with the company of friends and family.

Published floor plans

Studio

Assisted Living · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$1,790/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 6, 2026
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1 Bedroom

Assisted Living · 1 bedroom

Published starting price

$2,685/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 6, 2026
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2 Bedrooms

Assisted Living · 2 bedroom

Published starting price

$4,410/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 6, 2026
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Studio

Memory Care · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$3,772/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 6, 2026
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Semi-Private

Memory Care

Published starting price

$3,316/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 6, 2026
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Studio

Independent Living · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$1,790/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 6, 2026
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1 Bedroom

Independent Living · 1 bedroom

Published starting price

$2,685/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 6, 2026
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2 Bedrooms

Independent Living · 2 bedroom

Published starting price

$4,410/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 6, 2026
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Tracked published prices

Price history by floor plan

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Studio$1,790 observed · tracking future changes
$1,790Aug 6, 2026

One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.

Family and resident feedback

1.5 out of 5 from 9 reviews

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★★★★★

Critical

Needs room for improvement

I recently took my parent who is a resident there to a drs appointment. The dr needed to call the nurses office, the dr stated he can never get ahold of the nurses at new perspective. These nurses are sitting in the office all day long, and no one can answer the phone? Also the administration is mean to the residents. [name removed] is not nice, she is not friendly with the residents or families. She doesn’t go out on the floor and talk to the residents. I’ve heard her yelling at residents even asking minor things

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Cleanliness
3.0 / 5
Friendliness
2.0 / 5
Value for Cost
3.0 / 5
Care Services
3.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
4.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
3.0 / 5
Response from the community

Hi Bradyn, We take concerns about communication and resident experiences very seriously. Ensuring residents receive attentive care and that families feel supported is a top priority for us. While our Executive Director has consistently received positive feedback from many residents and families for her warmth and approach, we understand that individual experiences may vary. To fully understand the situation you described, we encourage you to reach out to us directly at info@npseniorliving.com so we can discuss the details and address any concerns appropriately.

November 26, 2025
Bradyn HuckenpoehlerNovember 15, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

I would highly recommend New Perspective

My experience with the team at New Perspective has been incredible! I own a home care agency in California so I deal with families in crisis all the time. When I found myself having to deal with some very intense and time sensitive deadlines with my 90 year old mother, I needed a team that could help me navigate the complexities of transferring care for mom to their facility. The team at New Perspective was flexible and responsive to the needs of my family. Everyone was so professional!! I highly recommend this fac

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Hi Scott, We're happy you have found our team to be so supportive during your experience here at New Perspective. Thank you for sharing this positive review!

November 9, 2022
Scott SNovember 8, 2022

★★★★★

Positive

Wonderful care for Mom.

My mother spent her last 13 months of life at New Perspectives. She and I were both apprehensive about her moving there and the huge change in lifestyle that would be. Both our concerns were quickly alleviated. The friendly and caring staff made her feel welcome and safe and the friends she quickly made with other residents made her life enjoyable. As her health declined her care and attendance by the staff continued to keep her comfortable, well cared for, and respectfully groomed. We were always pleased when we

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Cleanliness
4.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
Response from the community

Hi Jeff, thank you for your kind review. We are happy to pass along your comments to the team here at New Perspective! Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience with us.

September 6, 2022
JeffSeptember 3, 2022

★★★★★

Positive

New Perspectives Senior Living

We recently moved my 80 year old father into the transitional memory care unit and we couldn't be happier! Friendly staff, home style food and great amenities. Nurses, aides, receptionist, culinary staff, all receive high marks from our family.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thanks for the feedback, we strive to provide excellent service to our residents at New Perspective. Wishing you a great day until the next time we meet.

July 8, 2019
AnonymousJune 16, 2019

★★★★

Positive

When we went on a tour here we were impressed. The staff was nice and answered all of my questions. It was a lovely place and clean. They offered lots of daily activities. They had bus tours they would go on. My sister loves to walk and it had a walking path around it. We had lunch here and it was excellent. It just wasn't a good fit for my sister.

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Cleanliness
4.0 / 5
Friendliness
4.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Response from the community

Hi, we're happy you found our staff to be so supportive during your experience here at New Perspective Senior Living | Waconia. Thank you, and have a fantastic day!

January 25, 2018
AnonymousJanuary 23, 2018

★★★★★

Positive

Mom loves it here

We toured this community. And we fell in love . It had everything mom needed. The food is always being raved by my mother. The caregivers here are great and helpful. It is alway clean and tidy. She enjoys the activities like bingo and rosary they even have a bus that will take them to walgreens and things like that. The grounds are well maintained. The staff communicates well with the family. I would recommend this community.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Hello, thank you for sharing your positive experience! We always strive to provide top quality service to every resident, and are pleased to hear that you're mom is happy here at New Perspective Senior Living | Waconia. Have a wonderful day.

November 10, 2017
AnonymousNovember 7, 2017

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 6, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Vegetarian
  • Guest Meals
  • Meals Provided
  • Bar or Pub
  • Private Dining Room
  • Café or Bistro

Health & wellness

  • Medication Management
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Memory Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Diabetic Care

Services & convenience

  • English
  • American Sign Language
  • Spanish
  • Ukrainian
  • German
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Cats Allowed
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning

Activities & engagement

  • Catholic Services
  • Holiday Parties
  • Wine Tasting
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Happy Hour
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Activities On-site
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Cooking Classes
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Art Classes
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Water Aerobics
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Trivia Games
  • Gardening Club
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Protestant Services
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Birthday Parties

Outdoor spaces

  • Barber Shop
  • Central Fireplace
  • Library
  • Outside Patio
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Beauty Salon
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Meeting Room
  • Fitness Center
  • Billiards Lounge
  • Swimming Pool
  • Piano or Organ
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Movie or Theater Room

Apartment & room features

  • Air Conditioned
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Kitchenette
  • Bath Tubs
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Full kitchen

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked August 6, 2026.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
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Move-in fee
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