Summerwood Of Chanhassen
Assisted Living · Minnesota, MN

Summerwood Of Chanhassen

Assisted Living · Minnesota, MN

Overview of Summerwood of Chanhassen

SummerWood of Chanhassen is a senior living community located in Chanhassen, MN offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community provides an active lifestyle with various amenities and services. Residents can enjoy fitness classes, creative workshops, and social events.
(952) 294-5502
Bed community size
78-bed community Rank #182 / 536Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 182nd out of 536 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Minnesota SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
22 years in operation Rank #37 / 136Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 37th out of 136 homes in Minnesota. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Minnesota SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 18 / 100 Rank #510 / 633Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 510th out of 633 homes in Minnesota. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Minnesota SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyCarver

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactJennifer Blesi

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Amenities & Lifestyle

Artistic/Creative Space
Billiards
Fitness Center
Library
Movie Theater
Wireless Internet Access
Wood Shop
Business Office Services
Dining Services
Garage Parking
General Store
Guest Dining Services
Guest Suite
On-Site Maintenance
Housekeeping
Rehabilitative Services
Salon
Storage Locker
Religious ServicesYes
Volunteer ProgramsYes

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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.

Inspection oversight

  • Latest inspection: October 17, 2025

Lawsuit overview for Summerwood Of Chanhassen

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. 1 Wrongful Death (1)
Active Cases Info Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture. 0 Currently active
Closed Info Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes. 1 Resolved / disposed
Most Recent Info Most recent filing on record. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility. 10/22/2019

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

Summerwood Of Chanhassen is located in Chanhassen, Minnesota.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Minnesota.

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Elderly Waiver

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Age 65+
General 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

Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Home aides

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Minnesota ECS

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
MN

Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.

Benefits
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

Age 65+
General 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

CDCS option; statewide via counties.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~5 days/year) Home health Meals Home mods

Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)

Minnesota Senior Health Options

Age 65+
General 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

7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.

Benefits
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

Age 65+
General 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

Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite Adult day care Home mods Limited nursing home care

Consumer Support Grant (CSG)

Minnesota Consumer Support Grant

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

Can hire family; statewide via counties.

Benefits
Cash (~$500-$1,500/month) for personal care Respite Home mods Assistive tech

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
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

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General 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

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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Summerwood Of Chanhassen
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Chanhassen78No 18 -22-A+------

Frequently Asked Questions about Summerwood Of Chanhassen

Is Summerwood Of Chanhassen in a walkable area?

Summerwood Of Chanhassen has a walk score of 18. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How many beds does Summerwood Of Chanhassen have?

Summerwood Of Chanhassen has 78 beds.

Are there photos of Summerwood Of Chanhassen?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Summerwood Of Chanhassen in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Summerwood Of Chanhassen?

Summerwood Of Chanhassen is located at 525 Lake Drive.

What is the phone number of Summerwood Of Chanhassen?

(952) 294-5502 will put you in contact with the team at Summerwood Of Chanhassen.

What county is Summerwood Of Chanhassen located in?

Summerwood Of Chanhassen is in Carver County.

Is Summerwood Of Chanhassen Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Summerwood Of Chanhassen is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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