Aspen Grove Assisted Living

Overview of Aspen Grove Assisted Living

Experience exceptional care at Aspen Grove Assisted Living, a distinct community in Chisholm, MN, offering assisted living. Residents can keep their peace of mind with support tailored to their daily living activities around the clock. The community also takes care of housekeeping, laundry, and other daily activities, providing residents a worry-free retirement.

Dedicated to residents’ enjoyment and wellness, a carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and exciting events is conducted. With a variety of healthy dining options, residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents can also travel conveniently with transportation services. With state-of-the-art amenities and a nurturing environment, residents will surely thrive in their golden years.

Bed community size
31-bed community Rank #330 / 528Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 330th out of 528 homes in Minnesota for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Minnesota facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
16 years in operation Rank #71 / 138Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 71st out of 138 homes in Minnesota for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Minnesota facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 25 / 100 Rank #448 / 632Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 448th out of 632 homes in Minnesota for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Minnesota facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
94%
Rank #48 / 282Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 48th out of 282 homes in Minnesota for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 282. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
29 / 31
Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes 59 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountySt. Louis

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactBrenda Gargano, Owner (per BBB, record updated Jun 2026)

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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 20 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (100% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMN Averagevs. MN Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2010 This facility has 100% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (20 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 100% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • June 25, 2025 inspection found 20 deficiencies including food service violations, infection control lapses, medication management errors, incomplete resident assessments, and multiple fire safety code breaches.
  • Fire safety violations included delayed egress door locking without release switches, improper carbon monoxide alarm placement, non-functioning smoke alarms, and lack of resident fire evacuation training.
  • Employee recordkeeping was incomplete with missing background studies, and required grievance and emergency contact postings were absent in some houses.

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Family Satisfaction Rating
4 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring surveys of residents' family members.

Ranked 13th (tied) of 123 homes in Minnesota

Scores

Family Overall Satisfaction
89.0% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring surveys of residents' family members.

Minnesota average: 83.7%

Family Satisfaction - Care
77.2% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with overall care experience.

Family Satisfaction - Cost
85.1% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with value and cost of care.

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping
84.5% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with cleanliness and housekeeping.

Lawsuit overview for Aspen Grove Assisted Living

Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.

Source: State court e-filing records

Total Cases Info Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure. 1
Lawsuits Info Total lawsuits on record, broken down by case type. Distinguishes lawsuits from other court filings such as probate documents. 0 No legal actions found

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Housekeeping Services

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Places of interest near Aspen Grove Assisted Living

Address 1.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Chisholm's city center to Aspen Grove Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Aspen Grove Assisted Living
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Frequently Asked Questions about Aspen Grove Assisted Living

Is Aspen Grove Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Aspen Grove Assisted Living has a walk score of 25. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Aspen Grove Assisted Living?

Aspen Grove Assisted Living's occupancy is 94%.

How long has Aspen Grove Assisted Living been in business?

Aspen Grove Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 16 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Aspen Grove Assisted Living?

No, Aspen Grove Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Aspen Grove Assisted Living have?

Aspen Grove Assisted Living has 31 beds.

Are there photos of Aspen Grove Assisted Living?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Aspen Grove Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Aspen Grove Assisted Living?

Aspen Grove Assisted Living is located at 504 Iron Dr, Chisholm, MN 55719.

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