Northern Lakes Senior Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Baxter, MN
Northern Lakes Senior Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Baxter, MN
Overview of Northern Lakes Senior Living
85-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 8 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyCrow Wing
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Pets not allowed
Minimum Age55
Specific ProgramsMeals & Dining, Learning, Spiritual Health
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1.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Baxter's city center to Northern Lakes 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.
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 |
| Northern Lakes Senior Living | AL MC | Baxter | 85 | No | 8 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Pelican Valley Senior Living | AL HOS MC NH RC SNF | Pelican Rapids | 28 | No | 58 | Private Rooms | 89.6% | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Northern Lakes Senior Living
Is Northern Lakes Senior Living in a walkable area?
Northern Lakes Senior Living has a walk score of 8. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Are pets allowed at Northern Lakes Senior Living?
No, Northern Lakes Senior Living has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Northern Lakes Senior Living have?
Northern Lakes Senior Living has 85 beds.
Are there photos of Northern Lakes Senior Living?
Yes — there are 2 photos of Northern Lakes Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Northern Lakes Senior Living?
Northern Lakes Senior Living is located at 8186 Excelsior Road, Baxter, MN 56425.
What is the phone number of Northern Lakes Senior Living?
(218) 454-2121 will put you in contact with the team at Northern Lakes Senior Living.
What county is Northern Lakes Senior Living located in?
Northern Lakes Senior Living is in Crow Wing County.
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