The Pillars of Mankato
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Mankato, MN
The Pillars of Mankato
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Mankato, MN
Nestled in the charming neighborhood of Mankato, MN, The Pillars of Mankato is a reliable senior living community purposely built to offer independent living, assisted living, memory care, and stay by the day options. The community provides residents with reliable care to depend on for their care and assistance needs, making sure they live comfortably and conveniently. Overlooking vast green spaces, the community offers residents a refreshing living environment with cozy and stunning accommodations designed to accommodate their unique needs.
Dedicated to helping residents live fulfilling retirement lives, the community offers a wide array of amenities, such as a rooftop patio, a library, and inviting community room for gatherings. Residents also enjoy various activities and wellness programs designed to enrich their overall living experience. Here, residents enjoy a blissful living experience surrounded by relaxing views and compassionate support.
140-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 9 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyBlue Earth
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.
3 deficiencies
1 inspection
Inspection Scorecard
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
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (70% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (70% below)
• Total deficiencies (70% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (70% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 3 | 10 | This facility has 70% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (3 vs. MN avg 10).↓ 70% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 3.0 | 10 | This facility has 70% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (3 vs. MN avg 10).↓ 70% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 1 | 1 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Minnesota average (1 vs. MN avg 1).— At avg |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: 3-story
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3.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Mankato's city center to The Pillars of Mankato's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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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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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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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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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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>
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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>
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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>
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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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| The Pillars of Mankato | AL IL MC | Mankato | 140 | Yes | 9 | - | - | - | - | 84.4%
Facility
84.4%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#53 / 149 | 1 | 3
Facility
3
MN AVG
10
Rank
#14 / 274 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#19 / 274 | ||
| New Perspective Mankato | AL IL MC | Mankato | 140 | Yes | 57 | - | 19 | - | A+ | - | 1 | 12
Facility
12
MN AVG
10
Rank
#177 / 274 | 12.0
Facility
12.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#189 / 274 | ||
| Oak Terrace Assisted Living of North Mankato | AL IL MC | North Mankato | 90 | No | 31 | - | - | 96.7% | - | 83.7%
Facility
83.7%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#60 / 149 | 1 | 10
Facility
10
MN AVG
10
Rank
#140 / 274 | 10.0
Facility
10.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#152 / 274 | ||
| Autumn Grace Assisted Living | AL MC | Mankato | 20 | Yes | 39 | Studio | 24 | 70.0% | A+ | - | 1 | 5
Facility
5
MN AVG
10
Rank
#39 / 274 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#49 / 274 | ||
| Brookdale Mankato | AL IL MC NH SNF | Mankato | 20 | Yes | 49 | Suite | - | 85.0% | - | 59.6%
Facility
59.6%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#147 / 149 | 1 | 14
Facility
14
MN AVG
10
Rank
#203 / 274 | 14.0
Facility
14.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#215 / 274 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota
The Pillars of Mankato is located in Mankato, Minnesota.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Pillars of Mankato
Is The Pillars of Mankato in a walkable area?
The Pillars of Mankato has a walk score of 9. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Are pets allowed at The Pillars of Mankato?
Yes, The Pillars of Mankato allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does The Pillars of Mankato have?
The Pillars of Mankato has 140 beds.
Has The Pillars of Mankato had any deficiencies?
The Pillars of Mankato has had 3 reported deficiencies since 2024 according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).
Are there photos of The Pillars of Mankato?
Yes — there are 4 photos of The Pillars of Mankato in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Pillars of Mankato?
The Pillars of Mankato is located at 3125 Prairie Rose Dr, Mankato, MN 56001.
What is the phone number of The Pillars of Mankato?
(507) 779-7977 will put you in contact with the team at The Pillars of Mankato.
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