Birchwood Cottages
Assisted Living & Memory Care · North Mankato, MN
Birchwood Cottages
Assisted Living & Memory Care · North Mankato, MN
Overview of Birchwood Cottages
32-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 47 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyNicollet
AccreditationsSteps to Excellence program through LeadingAge Minnesota
Enhanced Care Services
Pets not allowed
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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
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.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Annandale Care Center | AL IL MC NH SNF | East Annandale | 120 | No | 62 | - | - | 6 | 6
Facility
6
MN AVG
10
Rank
#60 / 274 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#5 / 274 |
| Haven Homes Assisted Living | AL HOS IL MC NH RC SNF | Maple Plain | 106 | Yes | 45 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Folkestone | AL IL MC NH SNF | Wayzata | 90 | No | 53 | - | 32.2% | 3 | 9
Facility
9
MN AVG
10
Rank
#123 / 274 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#19 / 274 |
| Birchwood Cottages | AL MC | North Mankato | 32 | No | 47 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Pelican Valley Senior Living | AL HOS MC NH RC SNF | Pelican Rapids | 28 | No | 58 | Private Rooms | 89.6% | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Birchwood Cottages
Is Birchwood Cottages in a walkable area?
Birchwood Cottages has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Are pets allowed at Birchwood Cottages?
No, Birchwood Cottages has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Birchwood Cottages have?
Birchwood Cottages has 32 beds.
Are there photos of Birchwood Cottages?
Yes — there are 6 photos of Birchwood Cottages in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Birchwood Cottages?
Birchwood Cottages is located at 1630 Lor Ray Drive, North Mankato, MN 56003.
What is the phone number of Birchwood Cottages?
(507) 613-0006 will put you in contact with the team at Birchwood Cottages.
What county is Birchwood Cottages located in?
Birchwood Cottages is in Nicollet County.
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