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Diamond Willow Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Duluth, MN
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Diamond Willow Assisted Living

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Duluth, MN
6353 E Superior St, Duluth, MN 55804 View map
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Overview of Diamond Willow Assisted Living

Diamond Willow Assisted Living provides assisted living and memory care in Duluth, Minnesota’s North Shore neighborhood. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication management, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The community has 26 beds, placing it in the smaller-community range where staff and residents can get to know each other. The listed occupancy is 100%, meaning every available bed is occupied in the occupancy data.

Diamond Willow Assisted Living opened in 2004 and offers salon services, so residents can handle personal grooming on site. Help is available around the clock, with staffing present 24 hours a day.

Facility Direct Line (218) 730-8550
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 26 Rank #315 / 481Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 315th out of 481 assisted living communities we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #458 / 527Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 458th out of 527 assisted living communities we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
15 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy higher than 95% suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited. Rank #1 / 234Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 1st out of 234 assisted living communities we track in Minnesota for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 234. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
100% This home is often near full

Based on 26 residents and 26 beds. Source: state inspection report (Sep 2025)

Higher than the Minnesota average: 76.7%

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountySt. Louis

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Registered Nurse Oversight
Medication ManagementSupport with organizing, administering, and monitoring medicines can help prevent missed or incorrect doses.
Staff to Resident Ratio: 1 staff : 5 residents

Additional Services

9 services
Physician Coordination
Two-Person Assist
Mechanical Lift Assistance
Family Support & Education
Family Communication & Updates
Care Conferences
24/7 Family Communication
Housekeeping
Laundry & Linen

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Garden
Beauty Salon
Emergency Call System
Activities
Arts & Crafts
Music and Entertainment
Garden and Outdoor Activities
Cooking and Baking Sessions

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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 2021 · 5 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 16 deficiencies 2 inspections

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 2021 vs. Minnesota state average
Overall vs. MN average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (20% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (27% below)

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. 1620.0 This facility has 20% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (16 vs. MN avg 20).↓ 20% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 8.010.9 This facility has 27% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (8 vs. MN avg 10.9).↓ 27% better
Correction orders from complaint investigations Info Correction orders issued in complaint investigations. Not included in Total deficiencies or Deficiencies per inspection, which count licensing surveys only. 1— —

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMN Averagevs. MN Avg
Total inspections Info Licensing surveys conducted by the Minnesota Department of Health. Complaint investigations are listed separately below and are not included in this count. 22.0 This facility has total inspections in line with the Minnesota average (2 vs. MN avg 2).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info Investigations the Minnesota Department of Health opened after a complaint or a report of maltreatment. Each one ends with a finding, shown below. 11.1 This facility has had 9% fewer complaint investigations than the Minnesota average (1 vs. MN avg 1.1). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 9% fewer
Substantiated Info The investigation found that the allegation happened (maltreatment or the reported failure was confirmed). 1— —
Inconclusive Info There was not enough evidence to decide whether the allegation happened. 0— —
Not substantiated Info The investigation found that the allegation did not happen. 0— —
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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
83.3% 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
79.9% Moderate

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

Family Satisfaction - Cost
77.7% Moderate

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

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping
82.7% High

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

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Address 6.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Duluth's city center to Diamond Willow Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Duluth

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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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>
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>
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>
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
BeeHive Homes of Maple Grove
AL
MC
RC
Maple Grove
41
Facility 41
MN AVG 61
Rank #258 / 481
No
24
Facility 24
MN AVG 45
Rank #389 / 527
-
8
Facility 8
MN AVG 16
Rank #85 / 121
95.1%
Facility 95.1%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #37 / 234
A+
79%
Facility 79%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #83 / 143
2
22
Facility 22
MN AVG 10
Rank #87 / 238
11.0
Facility 11.0
MN AVG 5.0
Rank #94 / 238
Open Arms Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Duluth (East Duluth)
30
Facility 30
MN AVG 61
Rank #302 / 481
No
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 45
Rank #501 / 527
Private Rooms-
76.7%
Facility 76.7%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #138 / 234
-
91%
Facility 91%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #18 / 143
2
13
Facility 13
MN AVG 10
Rank #138 / 238
6.5
Facility 6.5
MN AVG 5.0
Rank #146 / 238
Ecumen Duluth The Shores
AL
Duluth (Lakeside-Lester Park)
70
Facility 70
MN AVG 61
Rank #181 / 481
Yes
17
Facility 17
MN AVG 45
Rank #446 / 527
--
92.9%
Facility 92.9%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #52 / 234
-
81.7%
Facility 81.7%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #65 / 143
2
20
Facility 20
MN AVG 10
Rank #138 / 238
10.0
Facility 10.0
MN AVG 5.0
Rank #146 / 238
Diamond Willow Assisted Living
AL
MC
Duluth (North Shore)
26
Facility 26
MN AVG 61
Rank #315 / 481
No
15
Facility 15
MN AVG 45
Rank #458 / 527
--
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #1 / 234
--2
16
Facility 16
MN AVG 10
Rank #35 / 238
8.0
Facility 8.0
MN AVG 5.0
Rank #36 / 238
Heritage Haven III
AL
MC
Duluth (Piedmont Heights)
33
Facility 33
MN AVG 61
Rank #289 / 481
No
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 45
Rank #507 / 527
-
26
Facility 26
MN AVG 16
Rank #17 / 121
87.9%
Facility 87.9%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #92 / 234
--2
54
Facility 54
MN AVG 10
Rank #237 / 238
27.0
Facility 27.0
MN AVG 5.0
Rank #237 / 238

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MN assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial assistance

Programs that may help with care and living costs in Minnesota

Diamond Willow Assisted Living is in Duluth, Minnesota. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. Listing a program here does not confirm that this community participates or that your costs would be covered; confirm eligibility, provider participation and covered costs with the program and the community.

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Cash support · veterans

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

VA Pension Aid and Attendance and Housebound Benefits (Federal)

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
No single monthly income cutoff. VA compares countable annual income, after permitted deductions, with the applicable Maximum Annual Pension Rate for the household and benefit category.
Asset limit
Net-worth limit is $163,699 from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026. Net worth includes countable assets plus annual income; exclusions and transfer rules apply.

Eligibility

General
Veterans or eligible survivors who qualify for VA Pension or Survivors Pension and meet the additional Aid and Attendance or Housebound criteria. Service, discharge, family status and pension eligibility rules also apply.
MN specifics
A federal VA pension benefit; Aid and Attendance and Housebound enhancements cannot be received together.

What it provides

  • A higher pension ceiling for eligible Aid and Attendance or Housebound recipients. Actual pension equals the applicable annual maximum minus countable income; the two enhancements cannot be paid together.
Housing and residential support

Housing Support (formerly Group Residential Housing)

Minnesota Housing Support (formerly Group Residential Housing)

Eligibility

General
Low-income adults age 65 or older, or younger adults with qualifying conditions limiting self-sufficiency, who meet the program’s SSI/General Assistance-related eligibility and financial rules.

What it provides

  • Payments to a participating housing provider for room and board and necessities; some qualifying settings can receive supplemental supportive-service funding.
In-home & community support

Elderly Waiver

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Eligibility

General
Age 65 or older, eligible for Medical Assistance, nursing-home level of care established by MnCHOICES, and services cost less than nursing-facility care.
MN specifics
County, tribal or managed-care assessment determines the individual plan; eligibility does not entitle everyone to all listed services.

What it provides

  • Authorized adult day/companion services; case management; homemaker; meals; respite; accessibility changes; personal care/CFSS and other Elderly Waiver supports.
In-home & community support

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Minnesota ECS

Income limit
Must meet Alternative Care financial eligibility criteria.
Asset limit
Alternative Care financial criteria evaluate income and assets together.

Eligibility

General
Age 65 or older, not eligible for Medical Assistance, assessed as needing community supports but not nursing-facility level of care, and meeting the other statutory criteria.
MN specifics
Community assessment must identify an approved support needed to maintain community residence. Reassessment is required at least annually.

What it provides

  • Approved community supports up to $400 per person per month; separate service coordination up to $600 per 12-month authorization period. Categories include adult day services; caregiver support; homemaker or chore help; emergency-response systems; meals and community living assistance.
In-home & community support

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Income limit
Income and assets must be insufficient to pay for more than 135 days of nursing-facility care.

Eligibility

General
Age 65 or older, nursing-facility level of care on MnCHOICES, not enough income/assets to fund more than 135 days of nursing-facility care, and no other means of paying for needed services.
MN specifics
Needed AC services must cost less than 75% of the comparable Medical Assistance cost; AC is for people not yet eligible for Medical Assistance.

What it provides

  • Approved home/community supports similar to many Elderly Waiver services; subject to Alternative Care cost rules.
In-home support

Community First Services and Supports (CFSS)

Minnesota Community First Services and Supports (CFSS)

Eligibility

General
People assessed as eligible who live in the community, can direct care or have someone do so, and have qualifying MA, waiver, Alternative Care or certain MinnesotaCare coverage. Family Support Grant users are excluded.

What it provides

  • Authorized support workers; eligible goods and services; emergency response systems and worker training under agency or budget options.
Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing

Eligibility

General
Medicare beneficiaries meeting the applicable state Medicare Savings Program eligibility rules.
MN specifics
Applications are administered by the state Medicaid program.

What it provides

  • Assistance with Medicare premiums and; for qualified QMB beneficiaries; Medicare-covered deductibles and coinsurance. The qualifying category determines which costs are paid.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Diamond Willow Assisted Living

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 What neighborhood is Diamond Willow Assisted Living in?
Diamond Willow Assisted Living is in the North Shore neighborhood of Duluth.
02 Is Diamond Willow Assisted Living in a walkable area?
Diamond Willow Assisted Living has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
03 What is the occupancy rate at Diamond Willow Assisted Living?
Diamond Willow Assisted Living's occupancy is 100%.
04 Are pets allowed at Diamond Willow Assisted Living?
No, Diamond Willow Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.
05 What is the best email address for Diamond Willow Assisted Living?
The team at Diamond Willow Assisted Living can be reached at infodw@diamondwillow.com.
06 How many beds does Diamond Willow Assisted Living have?
Diamond Willow Assisted Living has 26 beds.
07 Has Diamond Willow Assisted Living had any deficiencies?
Diamond Willow Assisted Living has had 16 reported deficiencies according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).
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