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Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Forest Lake, MN
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Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Forest Lake, MN
7040 Lake Blvd, Forest Lake, MN 55025 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Windy Acres Long Term Care

Experience a worry-free lifestyle at Windy Acres Long Term Care., an inviting community in Forest Lake, MN, that offers assisted living. Alongside high-quality support around the clock, housekeeping and laundry services are also provided, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay. With secure accommodations and serene gathering spaces, residents are guaranteed a worry-free living.

Plenty of fun activities and engaging programs, like trivia games and happy hour, allow residents to interact with their surroundings and maintain social connections. Residents also enjoy a hassle-free dining experience with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and supplementary transportation are also provided for convenience and safety. The community strives to help residents thrive with its exceptional services and well-maintained amenities.

Facility Direct Line (651) 464-8337
Facility Direct Line (651) 464-8337

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
11
Bed community size
17-bed community Rank #363 / 529Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 363rd 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 smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
54 years in operation Rank #1 / 137Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 17 / 100 Rank #522 / 614Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 522nd 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
65%
Rank #198 / 270Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 198th 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.
Lower than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
11 / 17
Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes 59 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyChisago

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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 2025 · 1 year of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 2 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 2025 vs. Minnesota state average
Overall vs. MN average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (82% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (80% 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. 211 This facility has 82% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (2 vs. MN avg 11).↓ 82% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.09.91 This facility has 80% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (2 vs. MN avg 9.91).↓ 80% better

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
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
2 / 5

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

Ranked 110th (tied) of 136 homes in Minnesota

Resident Health Rating
4 / 5

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

Ranked 65th (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Safety Rating
3 / 5

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

Ranked 55th (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
68.1% Moderate

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

Minnesota average: 72.4%

Food Quality Score
79.6% Moderate

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

Community Activities Score
80.3% High

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

Safety & Privacy Score
86.1% High

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

Religion & Spirituality Score
77.1% Moderate

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

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Address 2.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Forest Lake's city center to Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Washington County

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. 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
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.
Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc
AL
MC
Forest Lake
17
Facility 17
MN AVG 61
Rank #363 / 529
No
17
Facility 17
MN AVG 45
Rank #522 / 614
-
54
Facility 54
MN AVG 18
Rank #1 / 137
64.7%
Facility 64.7%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #198 / 270
A+
79.6%
Facility 79.6%
MN AVG 80.3
Rank #83 / 149
1
2
Facility 2
MN AVG 10
Rank #10 / 274
2.0
Facility 2.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #14 / 274
Loving Care Cottage
AL
MC
RESC
RC
Cottage Grove
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 61
Rank #389 / 529
No
45
Facility 45
MN AVG 45
Rank #299 / 614
-
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 18
Rank #116 / 137
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #1 / 270
--1
24
Facility 24
MN AVG 10
Rank #257 / 274
24.0
Facility 24.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #264 / 274
Christian Homes
AL
Newport
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #397 / 529
No
9
Facility 9
MN AVG 45
Rank #566 / 614
--
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #115 / 270
--1
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 10
Rank #84 / 274
7.0
Facility 7.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #97 / 274
Amerigrace Home Care LLC
AL
South Cottage Grove (Mississippi Dunes)
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 61
Rank #397 / 529
No--
8
Facility 8
MN AVG 18
Rank #104 / 137
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #204 / 270
A+-1
7
Facility 7
MN AVG 10
Rank #84 / 274
7.0
Facility 7.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #97 / 274
Royal Age Assisted Living LLC
AL
Cottage Grove
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 61
Rank #479 / 529
No
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 45
Rank #592 / 614
Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 18
Rank #132 / 137
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #155 / 270
--1
22
Facility 22
MN AVG 10
Rank #251 / 274
22.0
Facility 22.0
MN AVG 10.0
Rank #258 / 274
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc is located in Forest Lake, 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).
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 Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc

Is Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc in a walkable area?

Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc?

Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc's occupancy is 65%.

How long has Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc been in business?

Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc has been operating for approximately 54 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc?

No, Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc have?

Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc has 17 beds.

Has Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc had any deficiencies?

Windy Acres Long Term Care Inc has had 2 reported deficiencies since 2025 according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).

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