Fargo Elim Care Center

Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing, Independent Living & Assisted Living · West Fargo, ND

Overview of Fargo Elim Care Center

Fargo Elim Care Center, situated in Fargo, North Dakota, offers a welcoming neighborhood for retirees, fostering a sense of rich amenities and genuine hospitality. This retirement community stands as a hub for various living options, encompassing independent senior living, assisted living places, and a skilled nursing facility. It caters to a spectrum of needs, providing residents with a comprehensive range of choices. With a dedication to adaptability and quality, Fargo Elim boasts a state-of-the-art healthcare center designed to meet the evolving needs of residents. This forward-looking approach ensures it remains a high-quality option for generations to come.

The community also considers transitions and changing needs, providing well-designed apartments with emergency call systems for added peace of mind. Practical features like scheduled transportation, sunrooms, lounges, a beauty salon, and a barbershop enhance the convenience and comfort of residents. Additionally, the center offers outdoor patios, gardens, and a vibrant array of activities, creating an engaging environment for seniors to enjoy. Nearby, residents have the added advantage of nursing homes, contributing to a well-rounded living experience.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to North Dakota state averages

Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 1h 16m per day ▲ 38% State avg: 55m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 28m per day ▼ 7% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 3h 25m per day ▲ 14% State avg: 3h 0m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 4h 34m per day ▲ 21% State avg: 3h 46m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 4m per day ▲ 100% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 49m per day ▲ 40% State avg: 35m per day · National avg: 29m per day
Walk Score
Walk Score: 52 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Awards

AwardsCustomer Experience Award 2025

License Details

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency call systems

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Delicious Meals
Scheduled Transportation
Lounges
Sunrooms
Beauty Salon/Barber Shop
Outdoor Patios And Gardens
Full Calendar Of Clubs
Classes And Events
ActivitiesFull calendar of clubs, classes, and events available.
Specific ProgramsSkilled Nursing Short-Term Rehab, Skilled Nursing Long-Term Care, Spiritual Care, Floor Plans, Life at Fargo Elim

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDelicious meals provided.

Types of Care at Fargo Elim Care Center

Skilled Nursing Independent Living Assisted Living

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Fargo Elim Care Center

Studio A floor plan
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Grand Studio B floor plan
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Grand Studio C floor plan
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One Bedroom D floor plan
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Two Bedroom E floor plan
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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in North Dakota

Fargo Elim Care Center is located in Fargo, North Dakota.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in North Dakota.

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

ND Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General North Dakota 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
ND

Higher asset limit; sparse population aids rural access.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Service Payments for Elderly and Disabled (SPED)

ND SPED

Age 65+ or disabled
General North Dakota resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $50,000 individual, higher limit
ND

Higher asset limit; rural focus.

Benefits
In-home care (2-4 hours/week) Respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Basic Care Assistance Program (BCAP)

North Dakota Basic Care Assistance Program

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General ND resident, in licensed basic care facility, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (individual, after facility costs); varies by facility rate.
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
ND

Supplements SSI; covers ~50 facilities statewide.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,000-$1,500/month) for room/board/care in basic care facilities

Family Home Care Program

North Dakota Family Home Care Program

Age 60+
General ND resident, need help with 1+ ADL, family caregiver available.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
ND

Caregiver must be family; payment varies by hours/service.

Benefits
Family caregiver payment (~$10-$15/hour, up to 20 hours/week) Respite support

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

North Dakota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General ND 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).
ND

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

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

North Dakota LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General ND resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
ND

Covers oil, gas, electric; emergency aid available.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency fuel ($600 max) Weatherization

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

North Dakota Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; ND resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
ND

8 regions; rural/low-income priority.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($50/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

North Dakota SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, ND resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
ND

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

North Dakota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General ND 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
ND

High veteran demand in rural areas; ND Veterans Home option.

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

Property Tax Homestead Credit for Seniors

North Dakota Homestead Property Tax Credit

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General ND resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$22,500/year (individual), ~$29,500/year (couple).
Asset Limits Home value < $500,000; other assets not assessed.
ND

Credit up to $500-$1,000; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Tax reduction (~$500-$1,000/year) on property taxes

Medicaid Personal Care Option (PCO)

North Dakota Medicaid Personal Care Option

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General ND resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 1+ ADL.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL, individual); QIT optional for excess income.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $713,000, car).
ND

Self-directed option (hire family); part of Medicaid State Plan, not a waiver.

Benefits
Personal care (5-20 hours/week) Homemaker services Respite (~5 days/year)

Places of interest near Fargo Elim Care Center

Address 9.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Fargo's city center to Fargo Elim Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.23 miles to nearest hospital (Essentia Health ER Ambulance Bay Entrance)

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Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.28
14% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 1.48

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.27
33% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 1.90

Short-stay resident measures
Below average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 26.9%
29% worse than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 20.9%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 12.4%
17% worse than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 10.6%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 1.3%
65% worse than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 56.8%
6% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 51.1%
In line with North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 50.6%

Compare Nursing Home around West Fargo The information below is reported by the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facilities Division.

4 facilities compared · CMS & ND Dept. of Health data · Updated May 2026

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Eventide Fargo
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Fargo (Brandt Crossing)98 99.1% +13%4.94 -26%-4%1112.2195 21 Gilson, Christopher$18.8M$8.7M46.1%355127
The Meadows on University
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

N

Nursing

Fargo (Lewis & Clark)110 39.6% -55%3.63 -18%-30%1184.5150 71 -$6.3M$4.4M69.2%355024
Fargo Elim Care Center -
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

N

Nursing

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Golden LivingCenter in Moorhead -
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Nursing

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fargo Elim Care Center

What neighborhood is Fargo Elim Care Center in?

Fargo Elim Care Center is in the River Drive neighborhood.

Is Fargo Elim Care Center in a walkable area?

Fargo Elim Care Center has a walk score of 52. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Does Fargo Elim Care Center have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Fargo Elim Care Center on this page.

Are there photos of Fargo Elim Care Center?

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What is the phone number of Fargo Elim Care Center?

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Is Fargo Elim Care Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Fargo Elim Care Center is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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