Occupancy rate
99%
Higher than the Minnesota average: 79.7%New Perspective Prior Lake
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Prior Lake, MN
New Perspective Prior Lake
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Prior Lake, MN
A distinguished senior living community settled in the quiet neighborhood of Park Nicollet Avenue SE, Prior Lake, MN, New Perspective Prior Lake provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Seniors experience comfort and convenience like no other with snug and sophisticated accommodations ranging from one-bedroom to two-bedroom apartments. The community prides itself on a reliable and highly qualified team delivering exceptional care and assistance 24/7 for seniors to flourish and live their golden years as they prefer.
Learn new things and relive past hobbies with engaging activities and enjoyable programs for leisure and wellness. Indulge in delightful and healthy meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. New Perspective Prior Lake strives to provide a haven for seniors to experience a glorious retirement surrounded by a friendly and vibrant environment in its meticulously crafted spaces.
Capacity and availability
Residents per day
119
120-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
19 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 38 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the Minnesota average: 79.7%Occupied beds
119 / 120
Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes
59 beds
Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyScott
Inspection History
In Minnesota, the Department of Health, Health Regulation Division is the primary authority for conducting onsite inspections and reporting on the quality of care in residential facilities.
Since 2025 · 1 year of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
12 deficiencies
1 inspection
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Minnesota state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2025 vs. Minnesota state average
Overall vs. MN average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (20% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (20% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (20% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (20% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 12 | 10 | This facility has 20% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (12 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 20% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 12.0 | 10 | This facility has 20% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (12 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 20% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 1 | 1 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Minnesota average (1 vs. MN avg 1).— At avg |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 643-1136 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near New Perspective Prior Lake
0.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Prior Lake's city center to New Perspective Prior Lake's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Compare Assisted Living around the area
Info below is compiled from the MN Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Minnesota interviews residents directly — covering food, activities, staff, privacy, and sense of choice — including those with memory loss. The facility's score is compared to similarly sized facilities statewide and converted to a 1–5 star rating. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
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Minnesota surveys the primary family contact for each resident, asking about meals, staff responsiveness, safety, and likelihood to recommend. Scores are compared to peer facilities and converted to a 1–5 star rating. "–" = too few responses to score; "X" = facility refused to participate. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
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The percentage of residents who reported satisfaction with food variety and mealtimes in Minnesota's statewide quality-of-life survey. Food tends to score lower than other domains statewide, so scores above 85% reflect strong performance relative to peers. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| New Perspective Prior Lake | AL IL MC | Prior Lake | 120 | Yes | 38 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19 | 99.2% | A+ | 84%
Facility
84%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#57 / 149 | 1 | 12
Facility
12
MN AVG
10
Rank
#177 / 274 | 12.0
Facility
12.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#189 / 274 | ||
| Annandale Care Center | AL IL MC NH SNF | East Annandale | 120 | No | 62 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 6 | 6
Facility
6
MN AVG
10
Rank
#60 / 274 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#5 / 274 |
| Haven Homes Assisted Living | AL HOS IL MC NH RC SNF | Maple Plain | 106 | Yes | 45 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Folkestone | AL IL MC NH SNF | Wayzata | 90 | No | 53 | - | - | 32.2% | - | - | - | - | 3 | 9
Facility
9
MN AVG
10
Rank
#123 / 274 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#19 / 274 |
| Pelican Valley Senior Living | AL HOS MC NH RC SNF | Pelican Rapids | 28 | No | 58 | Private Rooms | - | 89.6% | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about New Perspective Prior Lake
Is New Perspective Prior Lake in a walkable area?
New Perspective Prior Lake has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the occupancy rate at New Perspective Prior Lake?
New Perspective Prior Lake's occupancy is 99%.
How long has New Perspective Prior Lake been in business?
New Perspective Prior Lake has been operating for approximately 19 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at New Perspective Prior Lake?
Yes, New Perspective Prior Lake allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does New Perspective Prior Lake have?
New Perspective Prior Lake has 120 beds.
Has New Perspective Prior Lake had any deficiencies?
New Perspective Prior Lake has had 12 reported deficiencies since 2025 according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).
Are there photos of New Perspective Prior Lake?
Yes — there are 4 photos of New Perspective Prior Lake in the photo gallery on this page.
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