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Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Fairmont, MN
Building sign for Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates Cozy common area with comfortable seating and bookshelves A resident cleaning a shelf in an interior space

Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Fairmont, MN
850 Goldfinch St, Fairmont, MN 56031 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates

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Located in the tranquil city of Fairmont, MN, the Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates is an esteemed senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents can select from a variety of well-appointed and cozy accommodations including one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and companion suites. With a trained and dedicated team, this community provides round-the-clock personalized care and support for its residents. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are given the highest level of compassion and consideration through individualized care and purposeful activities.

With its top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy restaurant-style dining with delectable and healthy meals, 24-hour emergency maintenance, weekly housekeeping, and transportation services. Boost your physical endurance and social engagement by attending fitness activities and a full calendar of activities and events coordinated by a professional team. With the Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates, seniors can enjoy a wonderful retirement.

Facility Direct Line (507) 432-3258
Facility Direct Line (507) 432-3258
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Bed community size
140-bed community Rank #44 / 528Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 44th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
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
89%
Rank #75 / 282Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 75th 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.
Higher than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
124 / 140
Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes 59 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyMartin

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Outdoor Courtyards
Library
Chapel With Spiritual Services
Fitness Classes
Beauty And Barber Shop
Transportation To Medical Appointments
Restaurant-Style Dining
Weekly Housekeeping
Innovative Technologies
Activities
Specific ProgramsIndependence Plus, Aspire – Life on Purpose™, Volunteering, Dining Program, Innovative Technology, Financial Resources
Religious Services
Touring HoursMonday – Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm, Saturday – Sunday: Closed

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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 6 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 2024 vs. Minnesota state average
Overall vs. MN average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (40% below)

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. 610 This facility has 40% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (6 vs. MN avg 10).↓ 40% better

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

  • December 19, 2024 inspection found six deficiencies including food service, infection control, fire safety, medication management, and oxygen storage violations.
  • Food service violations included improper meal billing and failure to follow Minnesota Food Code, both at widespread scope with level one and two severity.
  • Infection control failures involved hand hygiene and communal glucometer sanitation at pattern scope, while fire safety issues included non-self-closing doors and blocked evacuation routes.
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Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Staffing Rating
5 / 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 1st (tied) of 158 homes in Minnesota See full Minnesota ranking
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
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

Resident Health Rating
5 / 5

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

Ranked 1st (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Safety Rating
4 / 5

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

Ranked 16th (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
73.0% 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
73.4% 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
79.2% Moderate

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

Community Activities Score
88.4% High

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

Safety & Privacy Score
90.8% High

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

Religion & Spirituality Score
91.7% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Care
71.4% Moderate

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

Family Satisfaction - Cost
62.6% Moderate

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

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping
75.9% 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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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 549 / 677 / 687 / 684 / 780 / 871 / 830 - 1,017 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 2.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Fairmont's city center to Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division.

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MN AVG 61
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates is located in Fairmont, 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).
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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
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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).
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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 Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates

Is Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates in a walkable area?

Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates has a walk score of 4. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates?

Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates's occupancy is 89%.

Are pets allowed at Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates?

Yes, Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates have?

Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates has 140 beds.

Are there photos of Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates?

Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates is located at 850 Goldfinch St, Fairmont, MN 56031.

What is the phone number of Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates?

(507) 432-3258 will put you in contact with the team at Vista Prairie at Goldfinch Estates.

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