Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Cerenity Humboldt
Cerenity Humboldt is an Assisted Living Home in Minnesota
Cerenity Humboldt is an Assisted Living Home in Minnesota
Cerenity Humboldt
Cerenity Humboldt is an Assisted Living Home in Minnesota
Cerenity Humboldt is an Assisted Living Home in Minnesota
As the name suggests, Cerenity Humboldt houses assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation living options in St. Paul, MN. All living options are provided with personalized care where each resident is able to receive assistance and care that is based on their needs. The services and programs they provide are fitting to the holistic wellness of each resident who needs assistance with mental and physical aspects; their wellness programs and enriching activities allow for an innovative approach to a healthy mental, physical, and emotional aspects of their bodies to be nurtured. Cerenity Humboldt celebrates individuality which is where residents are encouraged to still live freely within the community with the help of the staff who are assured to provide care and service with compassion and respect.
Residency at Cerenity Humboldt is a good place to spend your golden years, especially because there’s a lot of features that the community has to offer– 117 affordable apartments for seniors who want to live independently yet still prefer having additional support with everyday living. All residents receive essential services such as concierge, scheduled transportation, housekeeping and linen services, housekeeping; while every resident that is outside of independent living care receives most ADLs (i.e. medication management, bathing, grooming, eating, walking).
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
115
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
80.2%
Residents per day (avg)
79
Occupancy rate
80.2%
Residents per day (avg)
79
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
23% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
8 - 9 months
Private pay
49% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
27% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
20 days
Finances and operations
Governmental home
City
Home revenue
$12.4M
Surplus of revenue
$287.9K
Governmental home
City
Home revenue
$12,414,309.00
Surplus of revenue
$287,868.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$11.4M
115-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 73 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility Type
Assisted Living
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
245255
County:
Ramsey
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Contact:
Anna Perez
Comparison Chart
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-
-
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-
-
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Asian American Elderly Al
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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-
No
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47
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-
-
-
-
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-
-
-
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1.6 miles from city center
512 Humboldt Ave, St Paul, MN 55107
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
233
Total Staff
130
Employees
103
Contractors
32,644
Total Hours (Quarter)
47
Avg Staff/Day
7.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 37 | 7.9 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 30 | 8.1 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 115 | 7.6 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
188 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
6 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
26 staff
6.2hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
5 staff
6.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
4 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
7.8%
of total hours from contractors
2,537 contractor hours this quarter
Medical Director: 1
Certified Nursing Assistant: 64
Licensed Practical Nurse: 8
Registered Nurse: 26
Nurse Practitioner: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Medication Aide/Technician: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 51 | 64 | 115 | 14,293 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 22 | 8 | 30 | 6,199 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 26 | 37 | 4,570 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 984 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 7 | 0 | 7 | 943 | 74 | 81% | 7 |
| Dietitian | 3 | 0 | 3 | 856 | 76 | 84% | 7.1 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 3 | 1 | 4 | 567 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 552 | 68 | 75% | 5.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 8 | 0 | 8 | 504 | 72 | 79% | 6.3 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 469 | 59 | 65% | 7.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 64% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 4 | 1 | 5 | 446 | 63 | 69% | 6.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 379 | 55 | 60% | 6.9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 357 | 47 | 52% | 7.6 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 4 | 1 | 5 | 250 | 29 | 32% | 7.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 220 | 49 | 54% | 4.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 35 | 5 | 5% | 6.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 13 | 14% | 2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 3 | 3% | 7.5 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Feb 2023 – May 2025)
9
Inspections
45
Total Citations
1
Critical (J-L)
5
Serious (G-I)
5
Citations/Inspection
May 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
15
33% of total
Resident Rights
8
18% of total
Environmental
4
9% of total
Infection Control
3
7% of total
Pharmacy Services
3
7% of total
Administration
1
2% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
26
Complaint Investigations
25
State Comparison (MN)
Avg Citations (State)
23.2
This Facility: 45
Avg Critical (State)
0.7
This Facility: 1
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2025 | F | Administration | F0867 | Corrected |
| May 15, 2025 | G | Nursing Services | F0725 | Corrected |
| May 15, 2025 | D | Nutrition | F0810 | Corrected |
| May 15, 2025 | D | Pharmacy | F0755 | Corrected |
| May 15, 2025 | G | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| May 15, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Environmental | F0919 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | E | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | F | Nursing Services | F0725 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0690 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0697 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0699 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
| Jan 16, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0554 | Corrected |
| Dec 05, 2024 | J | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Aug 27, 2024 | D | Environmental | F0908 | Corrected |
| Aug 27, 2024 | B | Nutrition | F0803 | Corrected |
| Aug 27, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Aug 27, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0580 | Corrected |
| Aug 08, 2024 | E | Environmental | F0921 | Corrected |
| Jul 11, 2024 | G | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Jul 11, 2024 | G | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Jul 11, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| May 22, 2024 | E | Nutrition | F0804 | Corrected |
| May 22, 2024 | D | Pharmacy | F0755 | Corrected |
| May 22, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| May 22, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
| Nov 30, 2023 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Nov 30, 2023 | D | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| Nov 30, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0690 | Corrected |
| Feb 16, 2023 | E | Environmental | F0921 | Corrected |
| Feb 16, 2023 | D | Infection Control | F0883 | Corrected |
| Feb 16, 2023 | E | Infection Control | F0887 | Corrected |
| Feb 16, 2023 | E | Nutrition | F0804 | Corrected |
| Feb 16, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Feb 16, 2023 | G | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Feb 16, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Feb 16, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0655 | Corrected |
| Feb 16, 2023 | D | Resident Rights | F0554 | Corrected |
| Feb 16, 2023 | C | Resident Rights | F0570 | Corrected |
| Feb 16, 2023 | D | Resident Rights | F0582 | Corrected |
| Feb 16, 2023 | D | Resident Rights | F0585 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Part of: Benedictine
Resident Census by Payment Source
85
Total Residents
Medicare
3
(3.5%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
51
(60%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
31
(36.5%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
13.4
Score
21% worse than avg
State avg: 11.1
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
26.7
Score
18% worse than avg
State avg: 22.6
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
28.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
4.6%
Urinary Tract Infection
2.1%
Depressive Symptoms
4.8%
Falls with Major Injury
2.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
94.3%
Antipsychotic Use
13.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
26.8%
Influenza Vaccine
95.5%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
4.4%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
24.4%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
87.4%
Near average
State: 88.9%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
5.4%
181% worse than avg
State: 1.9%
Influenza Vaccine
79.3%
Near average
State: 82.6%
Penalties & Fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total Fines
$106K
State avg: $44K
138% worse than avg
Number of Fines
2
State avg: 2.0
Payment Denials
1
4 total days
Compared to State Average
Facility: $106K |
State Avg: $44K
Penalty History
Showing all 3 penalties (May 2024 - May 2025)
May 15, 2025
Civil Money Penalty
$80K
Dec 5, 2024
Civil Money Penalty
$26K
May 22, 2024
Payment Denial
4 days
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Elderly Waiver
Minnesota Medicaid EW
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, Minnesota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual, higher than most states).
- MN Specifics: Higher asset limit; rural access focus.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$70/day), home aides.
Essential Community Supports (ECS)
Minnesota ECS
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual).
- MN Specifics: Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.
- Services: In-home support (2-4 hours/week), respite (up to 5 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Alternative Care (AC) Program
Minnesota Alternative Care Program
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.
- Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.
- MN Specifics: CDCS option; statewide via counties.
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~5 days/year), home health, meals, home mods.
Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)
Minnesota Senior Health Options
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.
- Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
- MN Specifics: 7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, respite, adult day care, home mods, $900/year groceries (some plans).
Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)
Minnesota Senior Care Plus
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.
- Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
- MN Specifics: Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite, adult day care, home mods, limited nursing home care.
Consumer Support Grant (CSG)
Minnesota Consumer Support Grant
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.
- Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual).
- MN Specifics: Can hire family; statewide via counties.
- Services: Cash (~$500-$1,500/month) for personal care, respite, home mods, assistive tech.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Minnesota Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
- Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- MN Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Minnesota resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
- Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
- Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
- MN Specifics: High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Minnesota Seniors
Minnesota Medicaid EW
Elderly Waiver
Requirements:
General:Age 65+, Minnesota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).- Asset Limits:$3,000 (individual, higher than most states).
MN Specifics:Higher asset limit; rural access focus.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$70/day), home aides.
Minnesota ECS
Essential Community Supports (ECS)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits:$3,000 (individual).
- MN Specifics:Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home support (2-4 hours/week), respite (up to 5 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Minnesota Alternative Care Program
Alternative Care (AC) Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.
- Asset Limits:$3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.
- MN Specifics:CDCS option; statewide via counties.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~5 days/year), home health, meals, home mods.
Minnesota Senior Health Options
Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.
- Asset Limits:$3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
- MN Specifics:7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, respite, adult day care, home mods, $900/year groceries (some plans).
Minnesota Senior Care Plus
Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.
- Asset Limits:$3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
- MN Specifics:Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite, adult day care, home mods, limited nursing home care.
Minnesota Consumer Support Grant
Consumer Support Grant (CSG)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.
- Asset Limits:$3,000 (individual).
- MN Specifics:Can hire family; statewide via counties.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$500-$1,500/month) for personal care, respite, home mods, assistive tech.
Minnesota Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
- Asset Limits:$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
- MN Specifics:Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Minnesota resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
- Income Limits (2025):Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
- Asset Limits:~$155,356 (net worth limit).
- MN Specifics:High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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