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The Homestead at Rochester
Assisted Living, Home Care, Independent Living & Memory Care · Rochester, MN
Outdoor garden area surrounded by the facility buildings Aerial view of The Homestead at Rochester facility with surrounding landscape Well-equipped fitness room with exercise equipment

The Homestead at Rochester

Assisted Living, Home Care, Independent Living & Memory Care · Rochester, MN
1900 Ballington Blvd Nw, Rochester, MN 55901 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of The Homestead at Rochester

The Homestead at Rochester is an assisted living home ideal for residents who seek to relax and recover. Encouraging its residents to maintain their independence and individuality, the community provides a safe environment for everyone. The resident-centered community prides itself on providing service delivered with compassion balanced with dignity and respect. The Homestead cultivates the holistic wellness of its residents in a nurturing environment.

Professional and compassionate in delivering high-quality services, management makes it a point that every senior’s mental, physical, and spiritual needs are satisfied. Community services include life enrichment activities, personal care services delivered by their professional caregivers, and 24/7 care, personalized care, scheduled transportation and housekeeping, medication management, and ADLs.

Facility Direct Line (507) 535-2000
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Bed community size
75-bed community Rank #183 / 528Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 183rd out of 528 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 4 / 100 Rank #585 / 632Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 585th out of 632 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
68%
Rank #188 / 282Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 188th out of 282 homes in Minnesota for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 282. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
51 / 75
Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes 59 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyOlmsted

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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 2023 · 3 years of data 26 deficiencies

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 2023 vs. Minnesota state average
Overall vs. MN average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (160% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 2610 This facility has 160% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (26 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 160% worse

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

  • September 8, 2023 follow-up survey found 26 deficiencies including infection control failures, medication administration errors, and resident record breaches, with additional violations beyond the original June 30 orders.
  • Deficiencies included unsafe conditions such as a space heater in a dementia resident's room and incomplete background checks for multiple staff members.
  • The facility failed to maintain required tuberculosis screenings, emergency postings, staff training, and service plan documentation, showing widespread noncompliance across care and safety standards.
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Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Quality of Life Rating
1 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring resident well-being and satisfaction.

Ranked 132nd (tied) of 136 homes in Minnesota

Family Satisfaction Rating
2 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring surveys of residents' family members.

Ranked 100th (tied) of 123 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
62.5% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring resident well-being and satisfaction.

Minnesota average: 72.4%

Family Overall Satisfaction
64.6% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring surveys of residents' family members.

Minnesota average: 83.7%

Food Quality Score
68.7% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring satisfaction with food quality and meal service.

Community Activities Score
76.2% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring meaningful activities and engagement opportunities.

Safety & Privacy Score
85.9% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring safety and privacy conditions for residents.

Religion & Spirituality Score
86.9% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring support for religious and spiritual needs.

Family Satisfaction - Care
65.9% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with overall care experience.

Family Satisfaction - Cost
63.3% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with value and cost of care.

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping
69.1% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with cleanliness and housekeeping.

Lawsuit overview for The Homestead at Rochester

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. 4
Lawsuits Info Total lawsuits on record, broken down by case type. Distinguishes lawsuits from other court filings such as probate documents. 0 No legal actions found
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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 4.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Rochester's city center to The Homestead at Rochester's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

The Homestead at Rochester 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).
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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
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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 The Homestead at Rochester

What neighborhood is The Homestead at Rochester in?

The Homestead at Rochester is in the Ballington Boulevard Northwest neighborhood of Rochester.

Is The Homestead at Rochester in a walkable area?

The Homestead at Rochester has a walk score of 4. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at The Homestead at Rochester?

The Homestead at Rochester's occupancy is 68%.

Are pets allowed at The Homestead at Rochester?

Yes, The Homestead at Rochester allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does The Homestead at Rochester have?

The Homestead at Rochester has 75 beds.

Are there photos of The Homestead at Rochester?

Yes — there are 3 photos of The Homestead at Rochester in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Homestead at Rochester?

The Homestead at Rochester is located at 1900 Ballington Blvd Nw, Rochester, MN 55901.

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