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The Kenwood
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Minneapolis, MN
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The Kenwood

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Minneapolis, MN
825 Summit Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of The Kenwood

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The Kenwood is a high-rise at 825 Summit Ave, tucked into Minneapolis’s Calhoun Isles neighborhood. It offers both independent and assisted living in the same building, and it’s been open for forty years. Walkability here is genuinely rare: a Walk Score of 90 means most errands, whether it’s groceries or a coffee run, don’t require a car.

The apartments come in one and two bedroom layouts, and quite a few look out over the skyline. As of now, 35 of the building’s 118 beds are occupied, putting the community at roughly 30 percent capacity. Jenny Volkenant serves as Executive Director.

Bringing a pet along isn’t a small thing when someone’s leaving a house they’ve lived in for thirty or forty years, and residents here can do that. The activities calendar avoids repetition too: expect guest lectures, group outings to museums and theaters, fitness classes, and the occasional sporting event, alongside more casual social gatherings.

The Kenwood is a downtown-adjacent option for people who want to stay independent, walk to things, and keep their calendar full, with assisted living on-site for when needs change.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 118 Rank #79 / 529Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 79th 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.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. Rank #10 / 137Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th 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.
40 years
Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #10 / 614Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th 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.
90 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #268 / 270Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 268th 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.
30% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
35 / 118
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
CountyHennepin

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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 2024 · 2 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 20 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 2024 vs. Minnesota state average
Overall vs. MN average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (82% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (102% 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. 2011 This facility has 82% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (20 vs. MN avg 11).↑ 82% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 20.09.91 This facility has 102% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (20 vs. MN avg 9.91).↑ 102% worse

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
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Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Staffing Rating
2 / 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 132nd (tied) of 158 homes in Minnesota See full Minnesota ranking
Quality of Life Rating
5 / 5

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

Ranked 1st (tied) of 136 homes in Minnesota

Family Satisfaction Rating
4 / 5

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

Ranked 13th (tied) of 123 homes in Minnesota

Resident Health Rating
2 / 5

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

Ranked 121st (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Safety Rating
1 / 5

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

Ranked 126th (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
88.8% High

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

Minnesota average: 72.4%

Family Overall Satisfaction
90.0% High

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

Minnesota average: 83.7%

Food Quality Score
94.2% High

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

Community Activities Score
93.5% High

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

Safety & Privacy Score
98.8% High

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

Religion & Spirituality Score
96.1% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Care
85.9% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Cost
81.5% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping
85.8% High

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

Lawsuit overview for The Kenwood

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. 1
Lawsuits Info Total lawsuits on record, broken down by case type. Distinguishes lawsuits from other court filings such as probate documents. 1 Tax Court (1)
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. 1
Most Recent Info Most recent filing on record. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility. 03/30/1999
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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: High-rise

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Transportation Services

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Address 1.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Minneapolis's city center to The Kenwood's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Minneapolis

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.
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.
New Perspective Arden Hills
AL
IL
MC
Arden Hills
160
Facility 160
MN AVG 61
Rank #29 / 529
Yes
33
Facility 33
MN AVG 45
Rank #392 / 614
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
MN AVG 18
Rank #47 / 137
61.3%
Facility 61.3%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #203 / 270
A+
63.7%
Facility 63.7%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #141 / 149
1
10
Facility 10
MN AVG 10
Rank #140 / 274
10.0
Facility 10.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #152 / 274
Walker Methodist Walker Place
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis)
120
Facility 120
MN AVG 61
Rank #71 / 529
Yes
74
Facility 74
MN AVG 45
Rank #87 / 614
1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
MN AVG 18
Rank #43 / 137
96.7%
Facility 96.7%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #33 / 270
A+
91.3%
Facility 91.3%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #14 / 149
1
9
Facility 9
MN AVG 10
Rank #123 / 274
9.0
Facility 9.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #137 / 274
The Kenwood
AL
IL
Minneapolis (Calhoun Isles)
118
Facility 118
MN AVG 61
Rank #79 / 529
Yes
90
Facility 90
MN AVG 45
Rank #10 / 614
1 Bed / 2 Bed
40
Facility 40
MN AVG 18
Rank #10 / 137
29.7%
Facility 29.7%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #268 / 270
A+
94.2%
Facility 94.2%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #5 / 149
1
20
Facility 20
MN AVG 10
Rank #242 / 274
20.0
Facility 20.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #251 / 274
Abiitan Mill City
AL
IL
MC
Minneapolis (Central Minneapolis)
110
Facility 110
MN AVG 61
Rank #98 / 529
No
92
Facility 92
MN AVG 45
Rank #6 / 614
1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
MN AVG 18
Rank #89 / 137
89.1%
Facility 89.1%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #75 / 270
-
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #115 / 149
1
8
Facility 8
MN AVG 10
Rank #101 / 274
8.0
Facility 8.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #115 / 274
Minnehaha Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Minneapolis (Standish)
84
Facility 84
MN AVG 61
Rank #166 / 529
No
73
Facility 73
MN AVG 45
Rank #91 / 614
-
15
Facility 15
MN AVG 18
Rank #74 / 137
94.0%
Facility 94.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #46 / 270
-
61.7%
Facility 61.7%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #146 / 149
1
3
Facility 3
MN AVG 10
Rank #14 / 274
3.0
Facility 3.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #19 / 274
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

The Kenwood is located in Minneapolis, 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
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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 The Kenwood

What neighborhood is The Kenwood in?

The Kenwood is in the Calhoun Isles neighborhood of Minneapolis.

Is The Kenwood in a walkable area?

The Kenwood has a walk score of 90. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at The Kenwood?

The Kenwood's occupancy is 30%.

How long has The Kenwood been in business?

The Kenwood has been operating for approximately 40 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Kenwood?

Yes, The Kenwood allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does The Kenwood have?

The Kenwood has 118 beds.

Has The Kenwood had any deficiencies?

The Kenwood has had 20 reported deficiencies according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).

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