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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

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

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

Trillium Woods
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
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
$3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #13 / 89
$8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #30 / 89
223.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 223.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #84 / 89
245627
Pelican Valley Senior Living
NH
AL
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
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
$4.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $4.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #66 / 89
$4.6MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $4.6MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #63 / 89
110.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 110.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #50 / 89
245373
Redeemer Health Care Center
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Minneapolis (Powderhorn)
119
Facility 119
MN AVG 61
Rank #78 / 532
93.9%
Facility 93.9%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #47 / 331
+18%
5.23
Facility 5.23
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #20 / 89
-28%+10%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 90
25
Facility 25
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #45 / 90
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #67 / 90
-112-
95
Facility 95
MN AVG 43
Rank #3 / 632
Danny Colgan
$15.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #31 / 89
$9.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #21 / 89
63.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 63.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #29 / 89
245520
Interlude Restorative Suites
NH
SNF
Plymouth (Campus Drive)
50
Facility 50
MN AVG 61
Rank #259 / 532
83.1%
Facility 83.1%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #132 / 331
+4%
5.01
Facility 5.01
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #29 / 89
+45%+5%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 90
19
Facility 19
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #34 / 90
3.2
Facility 3.2
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #31 / 90
248-
34
Facility 34
MN AVG 43
Rank #376 / 632
Allina Health System
$12.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #36 / 89
$7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #32 / 89
64.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 64.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #34 / 89
245624
Truman Manor
NH
AL
MC
SNF
Truman
30
Facility 30
MN AVG 61
Rank #336 / 532
60.9%
Facility 60.9%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #245 / 331
-24%
4.80
Facility 4.80
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #36 / 89
-26%+1%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 90
18
Facility 18
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #28 / 90
3.6
Facility 3.6
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #39 / 90
-24-
21
Facility 21
MN AVG 43
Rank #487 / 632
Kathy Blair
$3.3MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $3.3MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #88 / 89
$2.3MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $2.3MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #87 / 89
69.8%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 69.8%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #4 / 89
245346
Boundary Waters Care Center
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Ely
42
Facility 42
MN AVG 61
Rank #283 / 532
77.0%
Facility 77.0%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #179 / 331
-3%
4.50
Facility 4.50
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #54 / 89
+4%-6%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 90
21
Facility 21
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #36 / 90
7.0
Facility 7.0
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #86 / 90
129-
61
Facility 61
MN AVG 43
Rank #159 / 632
Michael Forsman
$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #78 / 89
$3.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #76 / 89
74.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 74.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #7 / 89
245138
Lifecare Medical Center
NH
AL
HOS
PC
SNF
Roseau
45
Facility 45
MN AVG 61
Rank #273 / 532
75.3%
Facility 75.3%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #186 / 331
-6%
5.95
Facility 5.95
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #10 / 89
+1%+25%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 90
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #9 / 90
2.0
Facility 2.0
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #7 / 90
-33-
58
Facility 58
MN AVG 43
Rank #191 / 632
Megan Comstock---245616
Grand Village
NH
SNF
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
$11.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $11.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #38 / 89
$7.6MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $7.6MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #34 / 89
68.4%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 68.4%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #41 / 89
245368
Haven Homes Assisted Living
NH
AL
HOS
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Maple Plain
106
Facility 106
MN AVG 61
Rank #111 / 532
91.6%
Facility 91.6%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #63 / 331
+15%
4.56
Facility 4.56
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #50 / 89
-27%-4%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 90
8
Facility 8
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #12 / 90
2.7
Facility 2.7
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #19 / 90
-63-
45
Facility 45
MN AVG 43
Rank #295 / 632
Kathryn Novotny
$10.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #50 / 89
$5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #53 / 89
49.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #64 / 89
245497
Folkestone
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Wayzata (South Wayzata Boulevard)
90
Facility 90
MN AVG 61
Rank #143 / 532
32.2%
Facility 32.2%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #314 / 331
-60%
5.60
Facility 5.60
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #12 / 89
-24%+18%
$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
-27-
53
Facility 53
MN AVG 43
Rank #233 / 632
Mark Specht
$4.1MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $4.1MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #30 / 89
$7.7MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $7.7MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #37 / 89
185.2%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 185.2%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #82 / 89
245621
Chosen Valley Assisted Living
NH
AL
HOS
IL
SNF
Chatfield
40
Facility 40
MN AVG 61
Rank #296 / 532
90.5%
Facility 90.5%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #71 / 331
+14%
4.74
Facility 4.74
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #42 / 89
-53%-1%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 90
18
Facility 18
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #28 / 90
3.0
Facility 3.0
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #26 / 90
172-
43
Facility 43
MN AVG 43
Rank #308 / 632
Mary Allen
$9.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $9.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #54 / 89
$6.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $6.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #46 / 89
67.4%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 67.4%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #31 / 89
245423
Jones-Harrison Senior Living
NH
AL
MC
SNF
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
$13.5MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $13.5MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #26 / 89
$12.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $12.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #15 / 89
90.4%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 90.4%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #14 / 89
245460
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
$29.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $29.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #3 / 89
$15.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #6 / 89
53.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 53.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #66 / 89
245229
Benedictine Living Community-Rochester
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
SNF
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
$9.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $9.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #23 / 89
$4.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.9MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #48 / 89
50.4%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 50.4%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #88 / 89
245153
Eventide Catered Living
NH
AL
HOS
IL
MC
RC
SNF
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
$25.3MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $25.3MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #10 / 89
$14.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $14.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #9 / 89
56%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 56%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #51 / 89
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Overview of The Waterview Shores Assisted
The Waterview Shores Assisted offers a variety of services to ensure residents have enjoyable and fulfilling lives. The facility provides 24/7 nursing care, rehabilitation, and assisted living services in a comfortable environment. Residents can participate in various activities and enjoy amenities that promote wellness and social engagement.

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Overview of Walker Methodist – Westwood Ridge

Residents enjoy an ultimately relaxing stay at Walker Methodist – Westwood Ridge, nestled in the serene neighborhood of West St. Paul, MN, where independent living, assisted living, and memory care come together in harmony. Here, seniors can select from a variety of accommodations, including cozy studios and spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments, all within a community known for its exceptional care services and consistently high ratings.

This community offers a fulfilling lifestyle, where comfort and convenience blend seamlessly with a wealth of amenities. The friendly, well-trained team ensures each resident enjoys a healthy, active life, with a vibrant schedule of social, educational, and entertaining activities. Here, seniors thrive in an enriching community that fosters connections and enhances quality of life. Choose Walker Methodist – Westwood Ridge for an active and rewarding lifestyle today.

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Overview of Lakehouse Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Surrounded by delightful local amenities in Minneapolis, MN, Lakehouse Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is a distinct community that offers short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. With the community’s comprehensive care, including transitional care, memory care, respite care, and hospice care, residents can rest assured of receiving the utmost care for their ever-changing needs. Focus on the things you truly enjoy with a compassionate and highly trained team helping with your daily living activities and household responsibilities.

Meet new friends and gain meaningful experiences with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness. Mealtimes are also something to anticipate, with delightful and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Receive the highest quality of care with the community’s different levels of care and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Valley View Manor

Valley View Manor, is a medium sized skilled nursing facility found in Lamberton, MN. They offer short-term care, respite care, rehabilitation services, long term care, and hospice care. This nursing facility takes pride in the quality of care they provide their residents, from 24/7 nursing care to medication management, and assistance with daily living activities.
Additionally, Valley View Manor also provides its residents regular meals and snacks, prepared in a way that it is both delicious and nutritious. Furthermore, housekeeping and laundry services are also provided, so that the residents may be able to use their time and energy in exploring the community and taking advantage of their well thought amenities.

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Overview of Cerenity Humboldt

As the name suggests, Cerenity Humboldt houses assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation living options in St. Paul, MN. All living options are provided with personalized care where each resident is able to   receive assistance and care that is based on their needs. The services and programs they provide are fitting to the holistic wellness of each resident who needs assistance with mental and physical aspects; their wellness programs and enriching activities allow for an innovative approach to a healthy mental, physical, and emotional aspects of their bodies to be nurtured. Cerenity Humboldt celebrates individuality which is where residents are encouraged to still live freely within the community with the help of the staff who are assured to provide care and service with compassion and respect. 
Residency at Cerenity Humboldt is a good place to spend your golden years, especially because there’s a lot of features that the community has to offer– 117 affordable apartments for seniors who want to live independently yet still prefer having additional support with everyday living. All residents receive essential services such as concierge, scheduled transportation, housekeeping and linen services, housekeeping; while every resident that is outside of independent living care receives most ADLs (i.e. medication management, bathing, grooming, eating, walking). 

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Overview of Woodbury Senior Living

Woodbury Senior Living stands as a true gem within Minnesota, offering a comprehensive range of services, from assisted living to memory care. This community also extends its offerings to skilled nursing and transitional care, providing seniors with a harmonious blend of support and independence. The community’s dedication to residents’ overall happiness is further evidenced by its round-the-clock nursing staff, ensuring continuous care and support. A range of services, including housekeeping, freshly cooked meals, and social engagement opportunities, contribute to the vibrant lifestyle offered.
The interior boasts a timeless atmosphere, creating a sense of comfort and belonging. Residents can also avail themselves of a wellness and fitness room, a tranquil chapel, an on-site beauty salon and barbershop, and various dedicated areas for art and music. The well-appointed apartments are equipped with modern conveniences such as an emergency response system, private balconies, and individually controlled temperature settings. With its array of offerings and commitment to creating a reliable and trustworthy home, Woodbury Senior Living is a haven that families can wholeheartedly rely on.

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Overview of Providence Place

Start your healing journey with the trusted senior living community of Providence Place in 23rd Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, specializing in memory care, transitional care, and skilled nursing. With a wide array of therapy services including physical, occupational, speech, and cognitive therapy, the community ensures seniors get better every day. A team of experienced and highly trained professionals lends extra hands for seniors to thrive and live to their potential.

The community fosters a bright and welcoming environment, empowering residents to enjoy every moment of their best years. Focusing on residents’ preferences, the community works hard to provide care and assistance tailored to their every need. Providence Place is a safe place for relaxation and security with its top-notch services and specially designed amenities.

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Overview of Rochester East Health Services

Situated in Rochester, Minnesota, Rochester East Health Services is an assisted living community comprising a devoted assembly of healthcare experts. Their private accommodations mirror the familiar comforts of home, accentuated by daily access to a variety of enriching life activities.
Rochester East Health Services’ mission centers on furnishing superlative care to those who have entrusted them. Guided by a compassionate philosophy, they guarantee the seamless delivery of clinical care, dietary services, social engagements, and rehabilitation, each carried out with unwavering empathy. Upon touring the facility, residents are greeted by a substantial rehabilitation area housing cutting-edge Nautilus equipment, designed to aid in swift recuperation.

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Overview of South Shore Care Center

South Shore Care Center is a health care center located in Worthington, MN, offering a variety of services from transitional care, memory care, respite care, rehabilitations, long term care, and hospice care. As part of their care services, each residents are provided personalized care programs aimed to ensure that their specific care needs are met. Their team of highly trained, and certified professionals, along with their state of the art facilities ensure both residents and their loved ones that they take quality seriously, when providing care.
As one community, even non-memory care residents benefit from the kind of security South Shore Center provides. Their secured community are locked, with exit systems in place to ensure that residents who tend to wander can safely roam aroubnd the premises, without worry that they might suddenly go out get lost.

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Overview of The Estates at Twin Rivers

The Estates at Twin Rivers is a nursing home in Anoka, MN, offering long-term care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Promoting a supportive and inviting environment, the community ensures older adults can live comfortably in retirement. 24-hour care, healthy meals, and therapies are among the exceptional services provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Through a holistic approach to care, residents receive high-quality care to help them recover and return to their routines with ease.

Games, recreational activities, and exercises provide residents with more opportunities to try out new hobbies and make friends. Residents can also rest comfortably, with thoughtfully furnished, private, and semi-private rooms. Situated near bus stops, leisure sites, and parks in Anoka, the community ensures residents have easy access to their necessities and leisure. This nursing home has exceptional standards of care, making it a good option for senior living in Minnesota.

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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.