Marcella Manor Senior Living
Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Residential Care · Rochester, MN

Marcella Manor Senior Living

Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Residential Care · Rochester, MN

Overview of Marcella Manor Senior Living

Marcella Manor is an assisted living community in Rochester, Minnesota with a dedicated team that provides valuable support for vital everyday activities (ADLs), streamlined medication administration, uninterrupted access to round-the-clock nursing services, thorough housekeeping, and laundry assistance. This assisted living community presents senior residents with private or semi-private living, offering an opportunity to infuse personal touches into their surroundings by incorporating cherished items like beds, dressers, decor, cozy chairs, and beloved blankets.

Marcella Manor goes beyond comprehensive offerings by accommodating recommended therapy regimens (physical, occupational, speech) and providing empathetic hospice care as required, thereby embodying a steadfast commitment to cultivating an environment of care and support. Notably, a distinguishing feature of the establishment is its resident-focused philosophy, wherein a nurse practitioner assumes the role of primary care provider, alleviating the obligation for family members to interrupt their professional commitments for medical appointments. In the realm of holistic well-being, a visiting podiatrist conducts regular assessments of foot health every 2-3 months.

Bed community size
5-bed community Rank #400 / 532Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 400th out of 532 homes in Minnesota. 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
7 years in operation Rank #117 / 137Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 117th out of 137 homes in Minnesota. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Minnesota facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 49 / 100 Rank #257 / 632Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 257th out of 632 homes in Minnesota. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Minnesota facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
80%
Rank #139 / 328Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 139th out of 328 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 328. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
4 / 5
Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes 59 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved
CountyOlmsted

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactShannon Wilson, Owner

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age65
HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

ActivitiesClients are encouraged to plan their own day and activities.
Specific ProgramsMeals, Staff Training
Religious ServicesYes

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionMarcella Manor offers 3 freshly prepared meals and snacks daily.

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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 2025 · 1 year of data 3 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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
Overall vs. MN average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (70% below)
• Deficiencies per year (70% below)
Latest Inspection March 27, 2025 Annual Inspection

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. 310 This facility has 70% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (3 vs. MN avg 10).↓ 70% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2025. 310 This facility has 70% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (3 vs. MN avg 10).↓ 70% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • March 27, 2025 inspection found three deficiencies related to food safety, tuberculosis prevention, and fire safety training.
  • Deficiencies included failure to follow Minnesota Food Code, lack of CDC-compliant TB screening, and missing fire safety and evacuation plan with staff training.
  • The facility was found in substantial compliance with state licensing statutes despite the cited deficiencies.

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Staffing Rating
5 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring staffing levels, including hours of care provided per resident per day.

Ranked 1st (tied) of 158 homes in Minnesota See full Minnesota ranking
Resident Health Rating
5 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring health outcomes and care quality for residents.

Ranked 1st (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Safety Rating
4 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring how well the facility maintains a safe environment for residents.

Ranked 16th (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 2.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Rochester's city center to Marcella Manor Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.57 miles to nearest hospital (Olmsted Medical Center FastCare Clinic - South)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

Marcella Manor Senior Living is located in Rochester, Minnesota.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Minnesota.

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Elderly Waiver

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Age 65+
General Minnesota 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
MN

Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Home aides

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Minnesota ECS

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
MN

Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.

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

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.
MN

CDCS option; statewide via counties.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~5 days/year) Home health Meals Home mods

Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)

Minnesota Senior Health Options

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
MN

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

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Respite Adult day care Home mods $900/year groceries (some plans)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
MN

Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite Adult day care Home mods Limited nursing home care

Consumer Support Grant (CSG)

Minnesota Consumer Support Grant

Age 65+ or disabled
General Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
MN

Can hire family; statewide via counties.

Benefits
Cash (~$500-$1,500/month) for personal care Respite Home mods Assistive tech

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Minnesota 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).
MN

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

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

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

Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Minnesota 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
MN

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

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

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NH

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IL

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MC

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NH

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NH

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AVIVA River Bend
AL

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IL

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Marcella Manor Senior Living
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.

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.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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No
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Frequently Asked Questions about Marcella Manor Senior Living

What neighborhood is Marcella Manor Senior Living in?

Marcella Manor Senior Living is in the Golden Hill neighborhood of Rochester.

Is Marcella Manor Senior Living in a walkable area?

Marcella Manor Senior Living has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Marcella Manor Senior Living?

Marcella Manor Senior Living's occupancy is 80%.

How many beds does Marcella Manor Senior Living have?

Marcella Manor Senior Living has 5 beds.

Are there photos of Marcella Manor Senior Living?

Yes — there are 8 photos of Marcella Manor Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Marcella Manor Senior Living?

Marcella Manor Senior Living is located at 228 19th St SW, Rochester, MN 55902, United States.

What is the phone number of Marcella Manor Senior Living?

(507) 272-5148 will put you in contact with the team at Marcella Manor Senior Living.

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