Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Diamond Willow Assisted Living
Diamond Willow has established itself as a premier provider of Assisted Living with Memory Care services in Minnesota since 2004. Their commitment to exceptional care is reflected in their small community setup, with each home accommodating only 8-16 residents. This approach allows for personalized and individualized care, ensuring that each resident receives the attention and support they need.
With an integrated team consisting of direct care staff, onsite leadership team, and site-based registered nurses, Diamond Willow delivers the highest standard of assisted living services. Their collaborative approach ensures that residents receive comprehensive care that addresses their unique needs. In addition to assisted living services, Diamond Willow offers coordination of services with hospice, home care, and various therapies including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. From weekly salon services to facilitating virtual visits, they strive to enhance the overall well-being and comfort of seniors. With a dedicated staff trained in memory care and personal care, they provide round-the-clock support and assistance to ensure the safety and happiness of their residents.
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About this community
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 5 deficiencies 1 inspection
Inspection Scorecard
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 2025 vs. Minnesota state average• Total deficiencies (55% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (50% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 5 | 11 | This facility has 55% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (5 vs. MN avg 11).↓ 55% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 5.0 | 9.91 | This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (5 vs. MN avg 9.91).↓ 50% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
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Total inspections
| 1 | 1 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Minnesota average (1 vs. MN avg 1).— At avg |
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Staff to Resident Ratio: 1:5
Places of interest near Diamond Willow Assisted Living
6.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Duluth's city center to Diamond Willow Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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-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.
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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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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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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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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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>
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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>
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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>
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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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| Ecumen Duluth The Shores | AL | Duluth (Lakeside-Lester Park) | 70
Facility
70
MN AVG
61
Rank
#191 / 517 | Yes |
17
Facility
17
MN AVG
45
Rank
#514 / 602 | - | - |
92.9%
Facility
92.9%
MN AVG
75.5%
Rank
#52 / 259 | - | 81.7%
Facility
81.7%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#71 / 149 | 1 | 11
Facility
11
MN AVG
10
Rank
#159 / 274 | 11.0
Facility
11.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#171 / 274 | ||
| BeeHive Homes of Maple Grove | AL MC RC | Maple Grove | 41
Facility
41
MN AVG
61
Rank
#279 / 517 | No |
24
Facility
24
MN AVG
45
Rank
#449 / 602 | - | 8
Facility
8
MN AVG
18
Rank
#103 / 136 |
95.1%
Facility
95.1%
MN AVG
75.5%
Rank
#38 / 259 | A+ | 79%
Facility
79%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#89 / 149 | 1 | 8
Facility
8
MN AVG
10
Rank
#101 / 274 | 8.0
Facility
8.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#115 / 274 | ||
| Heritage Haven III | AL MC | Duluth (Piedmont Heights) | 33
Facility
33
MN AVG
61
Rank
#311 / 517 | No |
4
Facility
4
MN AVG
45
Rank
#581 / 602 | - | 26
Facility
26
MN AVG
18
Rank
#24 / 136 |
84.8%
Facility
84.8%
MN AVG
75.5%
Rank
#90 / 259 | - | - | 1 | 36
Facility
36
MN AVG
10
Rank
#269 / 274 | 36.0
Facility
36.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#273 / 274 | ||
| Open Arms Senior Living | AL IL MC | Duluth (East Duluth) | 30
Facility
30
MN AVG
61
Rank
#324 / 517 | No |
7
Facility
7
MN AVG
45
Rank
#573 / 602 | Private Rooms | - |
76.7%
Facility
76.7%
MN AVG
75.5%
Rank
#142 / 259 | - | 91%
Facility
91%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#18 / 149 | 1 | 11
Facility
11
MN AVG
10
Rank
#159 / 274 | 11.0
Facility
11.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#171 / 274 | ||
| Diamond Willow Assisted Living | AL MC | Duluth (North Shore) | 26
Facility
26
MN AVG
61
Rank
#337 / 517 | No |
15
Facility
15
MN AVG
45
Rank
#527 / 602 | - | - |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
MN AVG
75.5%
Rank
#1 / 259 | - | - | 1 | 5
Facility
5
MN AVG
10
Rank
#39 / 274 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#49 / 274 |
Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every MN community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota
Diamond Willow Assisted Living is located in Duluth, Minnesota.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Minnesota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Diamond Willow Assisted Living
What neighborhood is Diamond Willow Assisted Living in?
Diamond Willow Assisted Living is in the North Shore neighborhood of Duluth.
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.
What is the occupancy rate at Diamond Willow Assisted Living?
Diamond Willow Assisted Living's occupancy is 100%.
Are pets allowed at Diamond Willow Assisted Living?
No, Diamond Willow Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Diamond Willow Assisted Living have?
Diamond Willow Assisted Living has 26 beds.
Has Diamond Willow Assisted Living had any deficiencies?
Diamond Willow Assisted Living has had 5 reported deficiencies according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).
Are there photos of Diamond Willow Assisted Living?
Yes — there are 11 photos of Diamond Willow Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.
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