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Retirement Home in Minneapolis

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Benedictine Living Community-Minneapolis

Retirement Home in Minneapolis

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Benedictine Living Community-Minneapolis

618 E 17th St, Minneapolis, MN 55404 View map
Overview of Benedictine Living Community-minneapolis

Benedictine Living Community prioritizes resident well-being.  Their holistic approach focuses on the mind, body, and spirit.  Spacious rooms with natural light and city views, while common areas provide space for socializing and engaging activities designed by the dedicated wellness staff.  Beautifully healing gardens with outdoor seating areas offer a serene escape.

Skilled nursing services cover a wide range of needs, including wound care, tube feeding, and respiratory care.  Benedictine Living even has a dedicated unit for residents with special respiratory needs, staffed by nurses trained to manage ventilator-dependent patients and tracheostomy care.  Palliative and hospice care are also available, ensuring comfort and support for those nearing the end of life.

Benedictine Living Community caters to retirement homes near me with a variety of needs.  Their skilled nursing care is ideal for those requiring daily medical attention from licensed nurses.  Residents can choose private or shared-bath accommodations, ensuring comfort and privacy.  The community also offers short-term stays, perfect for post-surgical recovery or rehabilitation.

(612) 879-2800

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
2/5
Minnesota average: 3.2/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
2/5
Minnesota average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
4/5
Minnesota average: 4.1/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
3/5
Minnesota average: 3.1/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 38m per day

This home provides 24% less nursing time per resident than the Minnesota average.

Minnesota average: 4h 46m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 90

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Minnesota average
Occupancy rate 85.8%
Residents per day (avg) 86
Occupancy rate
85.8%
Residents per day (avg)
86

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

13% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 26 days

Private pay

36% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

51% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 11 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$14.8M
Surplus of revenue
$612.8K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$14,801,150.00
Surplus of revenue
$612,834.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.1M
54.6% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.0M
Total costs $14.1M

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Room / Double Room

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Benedictine Living Community-Minneapolis

Assisted Living Skilled Nursing
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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 9

Minnesota average 6


Last Health inspection on Jan 2025

Total health citations 33

Minnesota average 23.2

Citations per inspection
3.67

Minnesota average 3.76


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

23 of 33 citations resulted from standard inspections; 9 of 33 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 33 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 1
43% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 0.7


Serious Health citations More info 1
100% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 0.5

1 critical citation More info Minnesota average: 0.7

1 serious citation More info Minnesota average: 0.5

30 moderate citations More info Minnesota average: 21.2

1 minor citation More info Minnesota average: 0.8
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Jan 16, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Jan 16, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Jan 16, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Jan 16, 2025
Corrected

Compare Retirement Homes around Minneapolis The information below is reported by the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division.

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Walker Methodist Walker Place
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.

Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis)
120
No
74
Private Room / Double Room
20
96.7%
A+
3
91.3%
9
The Kenwood
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.

Minneapolis (Calhoun Isles)
118
Yes
90
Private Room / Double Room
40
29.7%
A+
4
94.2%
20
Abiitan Mill City
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.

Minneapolis (Central Minneapolis)
110
No
92
Private Room / Double Room
11
89.1%
-
4
73.3%
8
Benedictine Living Community-Minneapolis
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.

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).

Minneapolis (Central Minneapolis)
90
No
80
Private Room / Double Room
-
85.8%
-
-
-
-
0
Ebenezer Tower Apartments
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.

Minneapolis (Phillips)
-
No
76
Private Room / Double Room
-
-
-
-
-
-
0

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Address 1.0 miles from city center — 0.66 miles to nearest hospital (Midwest Podiatry Centers - Downtown Minneapolis)

Address 618 E 17th St, Minneapolis, MN 55404

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 157
Employees 150
Contractors 7
Staff to resident ratio 1.85:1
17% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average ratio: 2.22:1

Avg staff/day 64
Average shift 7.4 hours
0% compared with Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 7.5 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 43,113
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 56
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 59
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

2.6%

1,121 contractor hours this quarter

Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2 Administrator: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff: 1
Staff by category
Registered Nurse5605617,32791100%7.5
Certified Nursing Assistant5905916,11191100%7.1
Licensed Practical Nurse110113,34591100%8.7
Dietitian4041,2499099%7.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist3031,0036571%7.5
Qualified Activities Professional1015146470%8
Administrator0115046369%8
Physical Therapy Assistant3034906167%6.7
Speech Language Pathologist2024746369%7.5
Mental Health Service Worker2024605156%7.9
Nurse Practitioner1014565763%8
Occupational Therapy Aide0114165257%8
Qualified Social Worker3144026369%6.3
Respiratory Therapy Technician4041242426%5
Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff011911314%7
Medical Director011781314%6
Physical Therapy Aide1013978%5.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant0223278%3.9
56 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
59 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
11 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Dietitian
% of Days 99%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 71%
1 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 70%
1 Administrator
% of Days 69%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 67%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 69%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 56%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 63%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 57%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 69%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 26%
1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff
% of Days 14%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 14%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 8%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 8%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
85 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
2 residents (2.4%)
Medicaid
73 residents (85.9%)
Private pay or other
10 residents (11.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

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

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 9.4
15% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 11.1

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 19.3
15% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 22.6

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 22.3%
18% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 18.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 13.9%
41% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 23.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 21.5%
14% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 25.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 0.9%
76% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 3.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.7%
5% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.1%
22% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 2.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.1%
In line with Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 4.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.9%
80% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 4.4%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 17.3%
In line with Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 17.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.3%
In line with Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 97.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.8%
In line with Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 96.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 80.7%
9% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 88.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 1.9%

Penalties and 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 amount $85K
91% higher than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: $44K

Number of fines 1
50% fewer fines than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 2.0

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 1
130% more payment denials than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 0.4

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $85K
Minnesota average $44K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. May 23, 2024
$85K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. May 23, 2024
37 days

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Elderly Waiver

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$3,000 (individual, higher than most states).

Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Minnesota ECS

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.

~$1,732/month (individual, varies).

$3,000 (individual).

Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.

~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.

$3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.

CDCS option; statewide via counties.

Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)

Minnesota Senior Health Options

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.

~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.

$3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).

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

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.

~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.

$3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).

Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.

Consumer Support Grant (CSG)

Minnesota Consumer Support Grant

Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.

~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.

$3,000 (individual).

Can hire family; statewide via counties.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

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

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

Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Minnesota resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.