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Best Nursing Homes in Minnesota

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 90 nursing homes in Minnesota using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in MN
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.2/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Minnesota. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 4.1/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Minnesota. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Minnesota. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

Compare Nursing Homes around Minnesota

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

50 facilities compared · CMS & MN Dept. of Health data

Walker Methodist – Westwood Ridge
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
West St Paul (West Saint Paul)
140
Facility 140
MN AVG 61
Rank #44 / 532
82.9%
Facility 82.9%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #133 / 331
+4%
6.74
Facility 6.74
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #4 / 89
-3%+41%
$15.6k
Facility $15.6k
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #56 / 90
30
Facility 30
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #55 / 90
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #67 / 90
1116-
63
Facility 63
MN AVG 43
Rank #145 / 632
Walker Methodist
$9.0M
Facility $9.0M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #46 / 89
$6.5M
Facility $6.5M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #44 / 89
72%
Facility 72%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #44 / 89
245618
Friendship Village of Bloomington
NH
AL
IL
MC
Bloomington (West Bloomington)
85
Facility 85
MN AVG 61
Rank #159 / 532
84.7%
Facility 84.7%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #114 / 331
+6%
4.76
Facility 4.76
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #36 / 89
+2%0%
$99.5k
Facility $99.5k
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #80 / 90
18
Facility 18
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #28 / 90
6.0
Facility 6.0
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #80 / 90
163-
16
Facility 16
MN AVG 43
Rank #525 / 632
Jennifer Bever
$29.8M
Facility $29.8M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #3 / 89
$15.9M
Facility $15.9M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #6 / 89
53.3%
Facility 53.3%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #66 / 89
245229
Jones-Harrison Senior Living
NH
AL
MC
NC
Minneapolis (Calhoun Isles)
53
Facility 53
MN AVG 61
Rank #249 / 532
92.5%
Facility 92.5%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #59 / 331
+16%
5.11
Facility 5.11
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #26 / 89
+38%+7%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 90
35
Facility 35
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #65 / 90
4.4
Facility 4.4
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #58 / 90
-49-
56
Facility 56
MN AVG 43
Rank #212 / 632
Marcia Diracles
$13.5M
Facility $13.5M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #26 / 89
$12.2M
Facility $12.2M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #15 / 89
90.4%
Facility 90.4%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #14 / 89
245460
Trillium Woods
NH
AL
IL
MC
Plymouth (Glacier Vista)
44
Facility 44
MN AVG 61
Rank #276 / 532
72.7%
Facility 72.7%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #214 / 331
-9%
6.18
Facility 6.18
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #6 / 89
+8%+30%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 90
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #3 / 90
2.0
Facility 2.0
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #7 / 90
-38A+
4
Facility 4
MN AVG 43
Rank #585 / 632
Lcs Trillium Woods Jv LLC
$3.9M
Facility $3.9M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #13 / 89
$8.8M
Facility $8.8M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #30 / 89
223.4%
Facility 223.4%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #84 / 89
245627
Eventide Catered Living
NH
AL
HC
IL
MC
NC
RC
Moorhead
145
Facility 145
MN AVG 61
Rank #38 / 532
84.5%
Facility 84.5%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #119 / 331
+6%
5.00
Facility 5.00
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #29 / 89
-59%+5%
$46.0k
Facility $46.0k
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #72 / 90
28
Facility 28
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #50 / 90
2.3
Facility 2.3
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #13 / 90
4111A+
44
Facility 44
MN AVG 43
Rank #304 / 632
Jodee Bock
$25.3M
Facility $25.3M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #10 / 89
$14.2M
Facility $14.2M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #9 / 89
56%
Facility 56%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #51 / 89
245461
Woodbury Senior Living
NH
AL
IL
MC
Woodbury
155
Facility 155
MN AVG 61
Rank #33 / 532
61.5%
Facility 61.5%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #243 / 331
-23%
3.57
Facility 3.57
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #85 / 89
+12%-25%
$281.1k
Facility $281.1k
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #90 / 90
46
Facility 46
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #78 / 90
4.6
Facility 4.6
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #61 / 90
2102-
22
Facility 22
MN AVG 43
Rank #473 / 632
Mike Karel
$14.3M
Facility $14.3M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #34 / 89
$5.4M
Facility $5.4M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #58 / 89
37.9%
Facility 37.9%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #86 / 89
245235
Mission Nursing Home
NH
Plymouth (Mission Farms)
70
Facility 70
MN AVG 61
Rank #197 / 532
83.8%
Facility 83.8%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #124 / 331
+5%
4.91
Facility 4.91
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #33 / 89
+52%+3%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 90
27
Facility 27
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #49 / 90
3.9
Facility 3.9
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #47 / 90
159-
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 43
Rank #578 / 632
Miss Ions, Inc Programs
$7.9M
Facility $7.9M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #64 / 89
$5.0M
Facility $5.0M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #55 / 89
62.7%
Facility 62.7%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #18 / 89
245546
Benedictine Living Community-Rochester
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
Rochester (19Th Avenue Northwest)
62
Facility 62
MN AVG 61
Rank #225 / 532
89.9%
Facility 89.9%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #76 / 331
+13%
4.75
Facility 4.75
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #42 / 89
-2%0%
$10.2k
Facility $10.2k
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #53 / 90
16
Facility 16
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #21 / 90
2.3
Facility 2.3
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #13 / 90
157-
68
Facility 68
MN AVG 43
Rank #121 / 632
Benedictine Health System
$9.8M
Facility $9.8M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #23 / 89
$4.9M
Facility $4.9M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #48 / 89
50.4%
Facility 50.4%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #88 / 89
245153
Pelican Valley Senior Living
NH
AL
HC
MC
RC
Pelican Rapids (East Mill Avenue)
28
Facility 28
MN AVG 61
Rank #348 / 532
83.8%
Facility 83.8%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #124 / 331
+5%
5.36
Facility 5.36
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #15 / 89
-10%+12%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 90
9
Facility 9
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #14 / 90
3.0
Facility 3.0
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #26 / 90
-26-
58
Facility 58
MN AVG 43
Rank #191 / 632
Pelican Valley Health Center
$4.2M
Facility $4.2M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #66 / 89
$4.6M
Facility $4.6M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #63 / 89
110.5%
Facility 110.5%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #50 / 89
245373
Lakehouse Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HC
MC
RC
Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis)
260
Facility 260
MN AVG 61
Rank #6 / 532
80.9%
Facility 80.9%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #139 / 331
+2%
3.91
Facility 3.91
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #69 / 89
-24%-18%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 90
76
Facility 76
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #88 / 90
5.1
Facility 5.1
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #70 / 90
1224-
81
Facility 81
MN AVG 43
Rank #36 / 632
Lake Harriet Operator Holdings LLC
$20.0M
Facility $20.0M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #20 / 89
$10.7M
Facility $10.7M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #19 / 89
53.6%
Facility 53.6%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #62 / 89
245055
The Estates at Roseville
NH
AL
IL
MC
Roseville (Victoria Street North)
140
Facility 140
MN AVG 61
Rank #44 / 532
85.4%
Facility 85.4%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #104 / 331
+7%
3.90
Facility 3.90
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #69 / 89
-3%-18%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 90
28
Facility 28
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #50 / 90
5.6
Facility 5.6
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #76 / 90
2131-
29
Facility 29
MN AVG 43
Rank #423 / 632
Monarch Healthcare Operating IV LLC
$17.1M
Facility $17.1M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #27 / 89
$8.9M
Facility $8.9M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #23 / 89
51.8%
Facility 51.8%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #52 / 89
245105
The Villas at Robbinsdale
NH
AL
Robbinsdale
75
Facility 75
MN AVG 61
Rank #184 / 532
88.0%
Facility 88.0%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #90 / 331
+10%
3.94
Facility 3.94
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #69 / 89
-12%-17%
$121.2k
Facility $121.2k
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #83 / 90
37
Facility 37
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #67 / 90
3.7
Facility 3.7
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #41 / 90
269-
41
Facility 41
MN AVG 43
Rank #327 / 632
-
$9.0M
Facility $9.0M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #61 / 89
$4.1M
Facility $4.1M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #50 / 89
46.1%
Facility 46.1%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #28 / 89
245417
The Villas at Bryn Mawr
NH
AL
Minneapolis (Harrison)
105
Facility 105
MN AVG 61
Rank #112 / 532
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #188 / 331
-6%
3.73
Facility 3.73
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #81 / 89
-68%-22%
$35.3k
Facility $35.3k
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #66 / 90
58
Facility 58
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #85 / 90
5.3
Facility 5.3
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #71 / 90
499-
55
Facility 55
MN AVG 43
Rank #217 / 632
-
$9.0M
Facility $9.0M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #59 / 89
$4.8M
Facility $4.8M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #52 / 89
53.8%
Facility 53.8%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #38 / 89
245203
Highland Chateau Health + Rehabilitation Clinic-
NH
HC
MC
RC
St Paul (Highland Park)
64
Facility 64
MN AVG 61
Rank #219 / 532
84.4%
Facility 84.4%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #120 / 331
+6%
4.15
Facility 4.15
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #59 / 89
---+74%-13%
$84.5k
Facility $84.5k
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #77 / 90
113
Facility 113
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #89 / 90
7.1
Facility 7.1
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #87 / 90
654A+
59
Facility 59
MN AVG 43
Rank #185 / 632
Marcus Parence
$7.0M
Facility $7.0M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #56 / 89
$4.1M
Facility $4.1M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #62 / 89
58.4%
Facility 58.4%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #73 / 89
245028
Grand Village
NH
Grand Rapids
114
Facility 114
MN AVG 61
Rank #96 / 532
59.9%
Facility 59.9%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #263 / 331
-25%
4.75
Facility 4.75
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #36 / 89
-62%0%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 90
21
Facility 21
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #36 / 90
3.0
Facility 3.0
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #26 / 90
161-
5
Facility 5
MN AVG 43
Rank #581 / 632
County Of Itasca
$11.2M
Facility $11.2M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #38 / 89
$7.6M
Facility $7.6M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #34 / 89
68.4%
Facility 68.4%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #41 / 89
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Overview of The Birches at Trillium Woods

The Birches at Trillium Woods specializes in short-term care and senior rehabilitation services that significantly enhance the quality of seniors’ lives. With a solid reputation for credibility, this center employs the latest treatments and technology, instilling trust in families seeking reliable care. The friendly staff is committed to personalized plans and restorative rehabilitation services, utilizing effective therapies to promote seniors’ well-being. Additionally, the center offers medication management, 24/7 on-site licensed nursing associates, outdoor sitting areas, a salon and day spa, private family rooms, and 24-hour security.

At The Birches, the state-of-the-art rehab equipment and innovative techniques underline its commitment to providing a spectrum of care that seniors can confidently rely on. Beyond conventional services, this center ensures a comprehensive and trustworthy approach to care, aligning with the needs of those seeking homes with memory care and skilled nursing homes. The Birches at Trillium Woods sets a standard for excellence in senior health and rehabilitation services.

Contact The Birches at Trillium Woods

Overview of Jones-Harrison Senior Living

Jones-Harrison Senior Living in Minneapolis, MN is a boutique-style senior living community, offering various senior lifestyle options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and transitional care. The community also provides other services, such as long-term care, rehabilitation therapies, transitional care, and 24-hour nursing care – all designed to help seniors with specific needs to live an elevated living experience. Serving generations of families for over 136 years, the community warrants excellence in delivering senior living experiences founded on years of experience and knowledge.

Residents here indulge in a relaxed lifestyle with all the comforts of home and the experiences they need to live a full, connected, and active life. A wide variety of dynamic and unique programs are available to enrich and nurture residents’ overall wellness, including physical, social, and emotional aspects. Here, residents’ individuality is considered in every aspect of their living experience, helping them live a lifestyle that’s tailored to their needs and preferences.

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Overview of Annandale Care Center

You can find Annandale Care Center over at 500 Park Street East in Annandale, Minnesota, where owner Richard Feeney manages the daily operations. Sorting out the billing is relatively simple since the front office takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private payments. If you’re planning a visit, the neighborhood has a walkability score of 62 out of 100, so while you can walk to a few spots nearby, you’ll still want a car for most errands.

The 120-bed facility runs at a steady 91 percent occupancy, with residents staying an average of 249 days. This timeline shows that the daily routine balances temporary post-hospital rehab tracks with extended residential care. To manage daily medical needs and treatments, the around-the-clock schedule averages 4 hours and 50 minutes of direct nursing care per resident each day, split among a rotation of registered nurses, practical nurses, and nurse aides.

State regulatory safety platforms preserve regular oversight logs that track property compliance during standard public health evaluations. Routine survey cycles document day-to-day employee routines, nursing documentation, and medical protocols to keep consumer informational files updated on public databases.

Families can check out the built-in wellness center, physical therapy tracks, and dedicated chapel space. The everyday calendar coordinates these therapeutic recovery goals with fitness classes, community social gatherings, and fresh dining options prepared on-site by Pleasant Vista Bistro.

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Brookdale Edina

3330 Edinborough Way, Minneapolis, MN 55435
Overview of Brookdale Edina

Nestled in the charming city of Edina, Minnesota, Brookdale Edina offers a range of senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, all on one campus. This vibrant community, part of the expansive Edinborough Park, allows residents to enjoy beautifully landscaped gardens, walking paths, a swimming pool, and a performance theater. With personalized care tailored to individual needs, residents can live more adventurously and worry less about daily chores.

Brookdale Edina provides a dynamic lifestyle with various activities both on and off campus. Residents can explore local attractions like the Walker Art Center’s sculpture garden or catch a Twins game at Target Field. On-site, they can participate in tai chi classes, writing workshops, or the chess club. The dining experience is exceptional, with chef-prepared meals in an elegant setting and specialized options for memory care residents, ensuring everyone enjoys nutritious and delicious food.

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Overview of Interlude Restorative Suites

Interlude Restorative Suites, located in Plymouth, Minnesota, is dedicated to providing outstanding care for seniors, specializing in short-term rehabilitation for a range of conditions, including pulmonary diseases, heart attacks, heart failure, hip or knee surgery, pneumonia, and more. The facility creates a pleasant atmosphere, offering a comforting environment where seniors can receive the care they need. It stands out by providing comprehensive physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, with customized treatment plans tailored to address specific needs.

Ensuring the well-being of residents, the community has trusted physicians and medical professionals on-site, contributing to a sense of ease and security. Access to acute care is readily available within the community, along with coordinated medication review and reconciliation by pharmacists and clinicians. Interlude Restorative Suites takes a holistic approach to senior care, focusing on individualized treatments and fostering an environment that supports the well-being and recovery of its residents.

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Overview of Shirley Chapman Sholom Home East

Shirley Chapman Sholom East is one of St. Paul’s trusted nursing homes offering a home-like atmosphere. Specializing in short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care, the results-driven community is focused on providing a relaxing and rejuvenating recovery journey for its seniors. Its patient-friendly staff delivers quality services to offer the best care possible for its residents.
A Shirley Chapman lifestyle follows the philosophy of a caring, compassionate community that welcomes everyone. Community accommodations are designed to cater to the unique needs of its residents. Featured medical services include therapy (speech, occupational, physical), an on-site x-ray lab and therapy center, orthotic, optometry, podiatry, and audiology services. Amenities include a rooftop, a Chapel, a library, and a salon.

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Overview of Samaritan Bethany INC.

Situated in Rochester, Minnesota, Samaritan Bethany offers an extensive array of living and care choices tailored for senior residents. Rooted in a philosophy of empowerment, the Household Model amplifies autonomy and decision-making for residents across the spectrum of Assisted Living, Memory Care Assisted Living, Short-Term Rehabilitation, and Long-Term Care accommodations.
Samaritan Bethany is a beacon of compassionate care, embracing diverse living options and fostering a vibrant atmosphere for seniors. This assisted living community’s selection comprises budget-friendly independent-living apartments and the innovative Household Model.

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Brookdale West St. Paul

305 East Thompson Avenue, West Saint Paul, MN 55118
Overview of Brookdale West St. Paul

Brookdale West St. Paul, located in an exclusive residential neighborhood in West Saint Paul, MN, offers both assisted living and memory care services. This community is conveniently situated near shopping centers, banks, hospitals, and physicians’ offices, making it an ideal choice for seniors seeking a vibrant, supportive environment. Residents can enjoy a variety of activities, from lively meals and fun excursions to fitness classes, all designed to promote an active and fulfilling lifestyle.

In the assisted living program, caregivers provide assistance with daily tasks such as medication management, coordination with healthcare providers, and everyday activities, ensuring residents can focus on what they love. The memory care program features a person-centered approach, offering a daily path of engagement tailored to each resident’s abilities, enabling those with Alzheimer’s or dementia to thrive in a nurturing and secure environment. With the convenience of private, pet-friendly apartments and 24/7 availability of caregivers for emergencies, Brookdale West St. Paul ensures peace of mind for residents and their families.

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Overview of Brookdale Inver Grove Heights

Nestled in the serene neighborhood of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, Brookdale Inver Grove Heights offers exceptional assisted living services in the vibrant Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area. Residents enjoy the privacy of their own apartment homes complemented by various social areas designed for entertainment and interaction. The community excels in providing personalized care, including assistance with daily tasks such as dressing, medication management, and mobility support, ensuring a comfortable and secure environment around the clock.

With a robust calendar of events and activities, residents can engage in everything from sports viewing parties to arts and crafts sessions, fostering meaningful connections and shared experiences. Meals are a highlight, served restaurant-style with fresh, seasonal ingredients, encouraging lively conversations and culinary enjoyment among peers. Whether relaxing on the patio with lemonade or participating in trivia nights, Brookdale Inver Grove Heights offers a fulfilling lifestyle tailored to every resident’s needs and preferences.

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Overview of Redeemer Health Care Center

Located in the charming Lyn-Lake neighborhood lies the Redeemer Health Care Center, serving the community since 1946. Its enviable location places it within easy reach of local restaurants, places of worship, and medical professionals, making it an ideal choice for those seeking skilled nursing, transitional care, long-term care, hospice care, respite care, and spiritual guidance.
As a testament to its unwavering devotion to the Almighty, the center stands as a symbol of hope and comfort for those who are in need. Redeemer Health Care Center promotes the spiritual and emotional well-being of all residents through bible studies and chapel services. What sets Redeemer Health Care Center apart is the unique and meaningful interactions between residents and the children of Grandma’s House Children’s Center. This intergenerational connection brings joy and vitality to both groups and creates an extraordinary bond that transcends age.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Minnesota

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Minnesota?

Assisted living in Minnesota is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Minnesota Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Minnesota Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 90 nursing homes in Minnesota. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Minnesota?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Minnesota, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Minnesota?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.