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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 5 Rank #397 / 529Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 397th out of 529 homes we track in Minnesota for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. Rank #116 / 137Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 116th out of 137 homes we track in Minnesota for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Minnesota facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
7 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #259 / 614Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 259th out of 614 homes we track in Minnesota for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Minnesota facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
49 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #115 / 270Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 115th out of 270 homes we track in Minnesota for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 270. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
80% This home usually has availability
Similar to the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
4 / 5
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved
CountyOlmsted

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

Activities
Religious Services

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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 These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 3 deficiencies 1 inspection

Inspection Scorecard Info 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
Overall vs. MN average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (73% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (70% below)

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. 311 This facility has 73% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (3 vs. MN avg 11).↓ 73% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.09.91 This facility has 70% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (3 vs. MN avg 9.91).↓ 70% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMN Averagevs. MN Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 11 This facility has total inspections in line with the Minnesota average (1 vs. MN avg 1).— At avg

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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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

Places of interest near Marcella Manor Senior Living

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.

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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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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>
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>
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>
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
The Waters on Mayowood
AL
IL
MC
Rochester
232
Facility 232
MN AVG 61
Rank #7 / 529
Yes
32
Facility 32
MN AVG 45
Rank #399 / 614
1 Bed / 2 Bed---
86.4%
Facility 86.4%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #45 / 149
1
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 10
Rank #60 / 274
6.0
Facility 6.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #72 / 274
Samaritan Bethany Inc.
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Rochester (Lowertown)
128
Facility 128
MN AVG 61
Rank #64 / 529
No
83
Facility 83
MN AVG 45
Rank #31 / 614
--
73.6%
Facility 73.6%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #174 / 270
A+---5
15
Facility 15
MN AVG 10
Rank #213 / 274
3.0
Facility 3.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #19 / 274
AVIVA River Bend
AL
IL
MC
RC
Rochester (Riverside Center)
90
Facility 90
MN AVG 61
Rank #142 / 529
Yes
78
Facility 78
MN AVG 45
Rank #57 / 614
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #175 / 270
-
92%
Facility 92%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #11 / 149
1
24
Facility 24
MN AVG 10
Rank #257 / 274
24.0
Facility 24.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #264 / 274
The Homestead at Rochester
AL
HC
IL
MC
Rochester (Ballington Boulevard Northwest)
75
Facility 75
MN AVG 61
Rank #183 / 529
Yes
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 45
Rank #592 / 614
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
68.0%
Facility 68.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #191 / 270
-
68.7%
Facility 68.7%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #132 / 149
1
26
Facility 26
MN AVG 10
Rank #259 / 274
26.0
Facility 26.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #266 / 274
Marcella Manor Senior Living
AL
HOS
RESC
Rochester (Golden Hill)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #397 / 529
No
49
Facility 49
MN AVG 45
Rank #259 / 614
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 18
Rank #116 / 137
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #115 / 270
A+-1
3
Facility 3
MN AVG 10
Rank #14 / 274
3.0
Facility 3.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #19 / 274

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

Marcella Manor Senior Living is located in Rochester, 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)

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 long has Marcella Manor Senior Living been in business?

Marcella Manor Senior Living has been operating for approximately 7 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Marcella Manor Senior Living?

No, Marcella Manor Senior Living has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Marcella Manor Senior Living have?

Marcella Manor Senior Living has 5 beds.

Has Marcella Manor Senior Living had any deficiencies?

Marcella Manor Senior Living has had 3 reported deficiencies according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).

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