Mill Street Residence
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Fergus Falls, MN

Mill Street Residence

Assisted Living & Respite Care · Fergus Falls, MN

Overview of Mill Street Residence

Mill Street Residence offers assisted living and respite care in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while residents live in their own apartments, while respite care offers short term stays for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs help with daily activities or a family seeking a temporary care arrangement.

The residence has 64 beds. Residents can use the salon and spa for personal care, spend time in the outdoor sitting and garden areas, or attend religious services in the chapel. Activities include cards, games, exercise classes, Bible study, music, and outings to local restaurants and events.

Meals are made from scratch and served from a full menu in a restaurant style setting, so residents can choose what they want to eat. The area has a Walk Score of 75, meaning it is very walkable and most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach nearby shops or services independently. Lake Region Healthcare owns Mill Street Residence.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 64 Rank #198 / 480Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 198th out of 480 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

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

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #66 / 527Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 66th out of 527 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
75 / 100

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved
CountyOtter Tail

Awards

The DAISY Award

Certifications & Programs

DAISY Award (nursing recognition program) — DAISY FoundationA branded program developed by this community's operator or its partners - a named approach to programming or care, rather than an independent external certification.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Safety Features24-hour access to on-site staff, pendant-style emergency call button

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Services

9 services
Respite Care
Emergency Call System
Daily 'I'm OK' Check
Valet Service
Rides Around Town and In the Country
HousekeepingListed as: Weekly housekeeping including laundering of linens and towels
Laundry & LinenListed as: Personal laundry service (additional fee)
TransportationListed as: Scheduled van transportation · Transportation to Lake Region Healthcare medical appointments (Mon–Fri, no extra cost) · Transportation to non-Lake Region Healthcare medical appointments (additional fee) · Handicap-accessible van
Errands & ShoppingListed as: Grocery shopping assistance/delivery

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
Admission CriteriaMust meet asset and income requirements for Medical Assistance

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Computers
Salon
Wi-Fi
Cable Tv
Laundry
Outdoor Sitting and Garden Areas
Off-Street Parking with Electrical Hookups
Private Dining Room
Activities
Card Games (Cards, Cribbage)
Bingo
Reading Circle
Daily Exercise Class
Music Programs
Live Music Performances
Plays and Theater Outings
Concerts
Visits with School Children
Gardening
Baking
Reminiscing Groups
Intergenerational and Community Activities
Outings To Prairie Wetlands Learning Center
Afternoon Coffee
Crafts
Shopping Trips

Faith & Spiritual Life

Bible Study
Worship Services
Chapel
Religious AffiliationYes

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Mill Street Residence.
Meal ScheduleBreakfast 7:30-9:00am; Lunch 11:00am-1:00pm; Dinner 4:30-6:30pm

Room Accommodations

Room Types
Apartment

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Lawsuit overview for Mill Street Residence

Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.

Source: State court e-filing records

Total Cases Info Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure. 2
Lawsuits Info Total lawsuits on record, broken down by case type. Distinguishes lawsuits from other court filings such as probate documents. 2 Tax Court (2)
Active Cases Info Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture. 0
Closed Info Cases that have been disposed of — dismissed, settled, or decided. Shows how the facility has historically resolved disputes. 0
Most Recent Info Most recent filing on record. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility. 03/06/2001

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mill Street Residence

Is Mill Street Residence in a walkable area?

Mill Street Residence has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Mill Street Residence?

No, Mill Street Residence has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Mill Street Residence?

The team at Mill Street Residence can be reached at mdsiems@lrhc.org.

How many beds does Mill Street Residence have?

Mill Street Residence has 64 beds.

Are there photos of Mill Street Residence?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Mill Street Residence in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Mill Street Residence provide?

Mill Street Residence offers Assisted Living & Respite Care.

What is the address of Mill Street Residence?

Mill Street Residence is located at 802 South Mill Street, Fergus Falls, MN 56537.

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