Valley Assisted Living

Valley Assisted Living

Overview of Valley Assisted Living

Experience unmatched assistance at Valley Assisted Living, an astouding community in Thief River Falls, MN, that offers assisted living. Here, residents can ease their worries with top-notch care for their daily living activities, including grooming and bathing, 24/7. Cleaning and maintenance of purposely built and cozy accommodations are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

To improve residents’ moods and well-being, a variety of enriching activities and stimulating programs is conducted. Mealtimes also foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Medication management is also provided, so residents can travel to their errands and medical appointments without hassles. The community’s nurturing and supportive environment creates the ideal setting for residents to make the most of their best years.

Bed community size
43-bed community Rank #276 / 529Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 276th 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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 51 / 100 Rank #245 / 614Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 245th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyPennington

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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.

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Quality of Life Rating
3 / 5

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

Ranked 54th (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

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
64.6% 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
82.4% 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
69.4% Moderate

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

Safety & Privacy Score
86.4% High

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

Religion & Spirituality Score
88.9% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Care
78.8% Moderate

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

Family Satisfaction - Cost
81.2% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping
79.9% Moderate

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

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: Single-story

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

Places of interest near Valley Assisted Living

Address 0.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Thief River Falls's city center to Valley Assisted 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. 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.
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 Eagan
AL
IL
MC
Eagan
145
Facility 145
MN AVG 61
Rank #38 / 529
Yes
66
Facility 66
MN AVG 45
Rank #133 / 614
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
19
Facility 19
MN AVG 18
Rank #47 / 137
50.3%
Facility 50.3%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #233 / 270
A+
69.9%
Facility 69.9%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #127 / 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 Carlson Parkway
AL
IL
MC
Minnetonka
115
Facility 115
MN AVG 61
Rank #87 / 529
Yes
32
Facility 32
MN AVG 45
Rank #399 / 614
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
MN AVG 18
Rank #47 / 137
88.7%
Facility 88.7%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #77 / 270
A+
80.4%
Facility 80.4%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #78 / 149
1
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 10
Rank #39 / 274
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #49 / 274
Nine Mile Creek Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Bloomington (West Bloomington)
107
Facility 107
MN AVG 61
Rank #108 / 529
No
29
Facility 29
MN AVG 45
Rank #427 / 614
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
16
Facility 16
MN AVG 18
Rank #71 / 137
93.5%
Facility 93.5%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #49 / 270
A+
80.7%
Facility 80.7%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #76 / 149
1
1
Facility 1
MN AVG 10
Rank #5 / 274
1.0
Facility 1.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #5 / 274
New Perspective Columbia Heights
AL
MC
NH
Columbia Heights
85
Facility 85
MN AVG 61
Rank #158 / 529
Yes
60
Facility 60
MN AVG 45
Rank #174 / 614
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
MN AVG 18
Rank #47 / 137
85.9%
Facility 85.9%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #86 / 270
A+
85%
Facility 85%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #50 / 149
1
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 10
Rank #60 / 274
6.0
Facility 6.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #72 / 274
Valley Assisted Living
AL
Thief River Falls
43
Facility 43
MN AVG 61
Rank #276 / 529
No
51
Facility 51
MN AVG 45
Rank #245 / 614
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69.4%
Facility 69.4%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #128 / 149
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Frequently Asked Questions about Valley Assisted Living

Is Valley Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Valley Assisted Living has a walk score of 51. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Valley Assisted Living?

No, Valley Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Valley Assisted Living have?

Valley Assisted Living has 43 beds.

Are there photos of Valley Assisted Living?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Valley Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Valley Assisted Living?

Valley Assisted Living is located at 523 Arnold Ave S, Thief River Falls, MN 56701.

What is the phone number of Valley Assisted Living?

(218) 681-3286 will put you in contact with the team at Valley Assisted Living.

What county is Valley Assisted Living located in?

Valley Assisted Living is in Pennington County.

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