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Overview of Eventide Catered Living

Eventide Catered Living in Moorhead, Minnesota, offers nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, nursing care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care.

Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care supports residents receiving end-of-life care, and respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels makes Eventide Catered Living a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time and who may need a different level of care without leaving the community.

Eventide Catered Living has 145 beds. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 31 minutes per resident per day, representing the amount of daily hands-on nurse staffing allocated per resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare may apply to eligible short-term skilled care, Medicaid can matter when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay allows a family to pay directly.

A salon and spa bring grooming and spa services into the community, while rehabilitation services allow a resident to receive rehab without arranging transportation elsewhere. The community also offers a wellness program, religious services, and transportation for residents who need rides to activities or errands. With a Walk Score of 44 out of 100, the area is car-dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of Catholic Eldercare

Catholic Eldercare in Minneapolis, MN, offers a full continuum of senior care that spans independent living, assisted living, memory care, adult day services, and skilled nursing. Independent living provides private apartment residences without daily care services, while assisted living supports residents with routine tasks like bathing, dressing, and managing medication. Secured memory care delivers specialized supervision for individuals living with memory loss or wandering risks.

Occupying a 164-bed facility, the campus allocates an average of 4 hours and 40 minutes of daily nurse staffing per resident. Additional specialized programs include adult day services, short-term rehabilitation, and transitional care to support recovery after a hospital stay. Respite stays are also available to give temporary relief to primary caregivers.

Financial options include private pay, Medicaid, and Medicare, which can cover qualifying short-term rehab stays. Established in 1983, the community sits in a neighborhood with a walk score of 82, allowing residents who still walk independently to accomplish most daily errands on foot.

Interested individuals seeking short-term transitional support or a long-term care arrangement in Minneapolis can reach out to Catholic Eldercare to request pricing details or schedule a campus visit.

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Overview of Viewcrest Health Center

Viewcrest Health Center offers nursing home, skilled nursing, nursing care, memory care, hospice care, and respite care in Duluth, Minnesota, in the Piedmont Heights neighborhood. The community has 88 beds, with 95% occupancy, so most of those beds are filled. Skilled nursing and nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports residents at the end of life, and respite care provides short stays when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination of memory care, nursing care, hospice care, and respite care can suit a family whose needs include supervised memory support, end of life care, or temporary coverage. Total nurse staffing is 4h 4m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. An indoor Central Park atrium includes a walking path, waterfall, and fishpond, giving residents an indoor route for walking and access to these features in every season.

Daily fitness classes and community outings provide scheduled exercise and activities beyond the living areas. Rehabilitation services and outpatient senior therapy services support therapy needs, while medication management, wound and IV therapy, and ostomy care address more specific clinical needs. Religious services are available at the community.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families multiple ways to cover care. Medicaid may help eligible residents whose savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. A Walk Score of 40 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of Aurora on France Senior Living

Aurora on France Senior Living in Edina, Minnesota, delivers a broad spectrum of care options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and respite care. Independent living accommodates adults who desire private living spaces without assistance, whereas assisted living helps with personal routines such as dressing, bathing, and medication administration. Memory care facilities feature structured, secured environments for residents with cognitive impairments, and short-term respite stays accommodate caregivers needing temporary support.

This 130-bed residence records an average daily nurse staffing rate of 7 hours and 5 minutes per resident. Life enrichment includes wellness classes, outdoor spaces, weekly coffee social hours, movie nights, and spiritual gatherings, alongside planned shopping trips and community outings.

Given its 75 walk score, the surrounding neighborhood allows residents to visit nearby pharmacies, shops, and cafes on foot. Amenities also feature flexible dining plans, local transportation services, and a pet-friendly policy. Accepted financial options include Medicare and private payment.

Interested families looking for care options in Edina can reach out to Aurora on France Senior Living to schedule a campus visit, check unit availability, or review accepted payment programs.

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Overview of Jones-Harrison Senior Living

Jones-Harrison Senior Living offers assisted living, memory care, nursing care, and skilled nursing in Minneapolis, MN. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private living space; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision; nursing care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The community has 53 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. A studio is a single private space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The combination of care levels may suit a resident whose support needs increase over time.

Opened in 1888, Jones-Harrison Senior Living is in the Calhoun Isles neighborhood. A Walk Score of 56 is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still manage select errands independently.

The Transitional Care program and rehabilitation services support a temporary period of care and recovery, while respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Total nurse staffing is 5h 25m per resident/day, representing the daily nursing time allocated per resident. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay; Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means the resident or family pays directly.

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Overview of Southview Acres

Southview Acres, located in West St. Paul, MN is a 220-bed healthcare facility that offers transitional care services, long-term care, and memory care services. At Southview Acres, residents and patients are provided with personalized care programs in a comfortable and quiet environment. Their care program includes skilled nursing care, oversight, medication management, and wound and pain management if needed.

Additionally, the community offers therapy services and therapeutic programs designed to foster social, intellectual, spiritual, physical, creative, and musical interests. Meals are also provided to residents through family-style dining. The facility also offers social services, spiritual services, and end-of-life care.

Southview Acres is a VA-certified facility. 

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Overview of Benedictine Living Community-Rochester

An ethereal senior living community located at 19th Avenue NW, Rochester, MN, Benedictine Living Community offers a spectrum of living options. These include assisted living, independent living, skilled nursing, memory care, rehabilitation, and respite care. The community ensures relaxing and secure residences with spacious floor plans such as suites, one-bedrooms with balconies, and two-bedroom. Combining comfort and professionalism, Benedictine Living Community ensures a vibrant life for seniors to enjoy.

The community values the independence and wellness of its residents, providing them with top-notch care and assistance to enjoy a maintenance and worry-free lifestyle. Furthermore, Benedictine Living Community serves nutritious and delicious meals that satisfy the dietary needs and cravings of the seniors. For the residents’ comfort and leisure, community amenities include raised garden beds, several courtyards, a pool table, an aesthetic view from apartment homes, and 12 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds.

$262/Day Info Pricing updated on October 13th, 2026

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Overview of St Anthony Park Home

St Anthony Park Home provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in St Paul, MN. Skilled nursing means licensed nurses are on site around the clock, while nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing help and supervision.

Hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care. Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief during serious illness, while respite care is available for short stays that can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover.

The home has 84 beds, with private and semi private rooms. A private room gives one resident an individual room, while a semi private room is shared with another resident.

Short term rehabilitation is available through a therapy gym and treatment areas within the community. Respiratory therapy addresses residents’ respiratory care needs, and daily activities and recreation offer ways to participate beyond clinical care. Total nurse staffing is 5h 17m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time available to each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help with eligible longer stays, and private pay means paying directly.

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Overview of Ecumen North Branch

Ecumen North Branch delivers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home services in North Branch, Minnesota. Independent living offers private residential units alongside community amenities, while assisted living aids residents with daily activities like medication administration, bathing, and dressing. Dedicated memory care units feature a secured layout to ensure safety for individuals with dementia, and temporary respite stays offer relief to primary caregivers.

Established in 2007, the 85-bed center provides on-site rehabilitation through its dedicated therapy center. Overall nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 58 minutes per resident daily. Local transit options include Arrowhead Transportation for medical visits and shopping, while outdoor patios give residents space to relax outside. Carrying a 54 walk score, the campus sits within walking distance of select local errands.

Interested individuals can contact Ecumen North Branch to check current room availability, inquire about specific care levels, or schedule a visit. Daily memory support utilizes the Ecumen Awakenings™ program, and accepted financial plans encompass Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.

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Overview of The Estates at Roseville

Established in the serene neighborhood of Roseville, MN, The Estates at Roseville is a respected senior care provider that offers a full continuum of care. The community offers quality long-term care services and short-term rehabilitation to those who are recovering from an illness, injury, surgery, or living any forms of memory loss. Residents here delight in comfortable accommodations and round-the-clock care from a team of highly-competent care experts.

Focused on offering its residents an enriching environment that allows them to thrive, The Estates at Roseville also offers a wide array of social engagement activities and thoughtful amenities. Residents are also provided the relief and convenience of on-site housekeeping and laundry services that give them more time for enjoying their retirement life. Added support and comfort are provided by an on-site physician and access to specialty services, making residents’ lives more comfortable and convenient.

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Nursing Homes in Minnesota at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.1/ 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: 4.0/ 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