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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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
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Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
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Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
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This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
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CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
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A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
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CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
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CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
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Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
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Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
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Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
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Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
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Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
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Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
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Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
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Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
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Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
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The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
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What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Minnesota average is: 70.4% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
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| Valley View Manor | NH HOS RC SNF | Lamberton | 50
Facility
50
MN AVG
87
Rank
#64 / 94 |
55.2%
Facility
55.2%
MN AVG
78.8%
Rank
#53 / 61 | -30% | 4.90
Facility
4.90
MN AVG
4.77
Rank
#29 / 66 | C- | -12% | +3% | $81.4k
Facility
$81.4k
MN AVG
$47.9k
Rank
#54 / 66 | 52
Facility
52
MN AVG
23.2
Rank
#59 / 66 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
MN AVG
3.8
Rank
#38 / 66 | 2 | 28 | - |
31
Facility
31
MN AVG
49
Rank
#77 / 104 | Shawna Dorr-Jones | $3.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility
$3.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG
$11.0M
Rank
#60 / 62 | $2.1MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility
$2.1MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG
$7.2M
Rank
#61 / 62 | 53.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility
53.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG
70.4%
Rank
#44 / 62 | 245378 | ||||
| Auburn Meadows LLC | NH AL IL MC SNF | Waconia | 75
Facility
75
MN AVG
87
Rank
#46 / 94 | - | - | 4.36
Facility
4.36
MN AVG
4.77
Rank
#42 / 66 | ? | -13% | -9% | $10.4k
Facility
$10.4k
MN AVG
$47.9k
Rank
#37 / 66 | 35
Facility
35
MN AVG
23.2
Rank
#45 / 66 | 8.8
Facility
8.8
MN AVG
3.8
Rank
#66 / 66 | 1 | 35 | - |
61
Facility
61
MN AVG
49
Rank
#35 / 104 | Amy Gohdes-Luhman | $4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
$11.0M
Rank
#50 / 62 | $3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
$7.2M
Rank
#52 / 62 | 68.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
68.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
70.4%
Rank
#18 / 62 | 245583 | ||||
| The Emeralds at Grand Rapids | NH AL MC SNF | Grand Rapids (Wagon Wheel Mobile Home Park) | 93
Facility
93
MN AVG
87
Rank
#33 / 94 |
48.7%
Facility
48.7%
MN AVG
78.8%
Rank
#58 / 61 | -38% | 3.65
Facility
3.65
MN AVG
4.77
Rank
#65 / 66 | C+ | -2% | -23% | $38.5k
Facility
$38.5k
MN AVG
$47.9k
Rank
#44 / 66 | 58
Facility
58
MN AVG
23.2
Rank
#61 / 66 | 5.3
Facility
5.3
MN AVG
3.8
Rank
#47 / 66 | 3 | 45 | - |
9
Facility
9
MN AVG
49
Rank
#94 / 104 | - | $7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
$11.0M
Rank
#39 / 62 | $3.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$3.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
$7.2M
Rank
#49 / 62 | 46.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
46.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
70.4%
Rank
#58 / 62 | 245495 | ||||
| South Shore Care Center | NH HOS MC RC SNF | Worthington | 69
Facility
69
MN AVG
87
Rank
#51 / 94 |
75.7%
Facility
75.7%
MN AVG
78.8%
Rank
#40 / 61 | -4% | 4.12
Facility
4.12
MN AVG
4.77
Rank
#49 / 66 | D | +28% | -13% | $160.7k
Facility
$160.7k
MN AVG
$47.9k
Rank
#62 / 66 | 61
Facility
61
MN AVG
23.2
Rank
#62 / 66 | 6.8
Facility
6.8
MN AVG
3.8
Rank
#59 / 66 | 5 | 52 | - |
5
Facility
5
MN AVG
49
Rank
#101 / 104 | Cbay Worthington Holdings LLC | $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
$11.0M
Rank
#53 / 62 | $1.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$1.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
$7.2M
Rank
#62 / 62 | 42.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
42.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
70.4%
Rank
#61 / 62 | 245596 | ||||
| Thorne Crest Retirement Center | NH AL IL MC RC SNF | Albert Lea | 105
Facility
105
MN AVG
87
Rank
#28 / 94 |
44.8%
Facility
44.8%
MN AVG
78.8%
Rank
#59 / 61 | -43% | 4.03
Facility
4.03
MN AVG
4.77
Rank
#54 / 66 | ? | -25% | -15% | $43.1k
Facility
$43.1k
MN AVG
$47.9k
Rank
#47 / 66 | 36
Facility
36
MN AVG
23.2
Rank
#46 / 66 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
MN AVG
3.8
Rank
#27 / 66 | 3 | 47 | - |
84
Facility
84
MN AVG
49
Rank
#6 / 104 | Jennifer Wood | $8.3MFiscal year ending 08/2024
Facility
$8.3MFiscal year ending 08/2024
MN AVG
$11.0M
Rank
#36 / 62 | $5.4MFiscal year ending 08/2024
Facility
$5.4MFiscal year ending 08/2024
MN AVG
$7.2M
Rank
#34 / 62 | 64.1%Fiscal year ending 08/2024
Facility
64.1%Fiscal year ending 08/2024
MN AVG
70.4%
Rank
#25 / 62 | 245425 | ||||
| Lincoln Lane Villa | NH AL HC HOS SNF | Hendricks | 16
Facility
16
MN AVG
87
Rank
#91 / 94 |
93.8%
Facility
93.8%
MN AVG
78.8%
Rank
#12 / 61 | +19% | 4.47
Facility
4.47
MN AVG
4.77
Rank
#39 / 66 | ? | -58% | -6% | $0
Facility
$0
MN AVG
$47.9k
Rank
#1 / 66 | 22
Facility
22
MN AVG
23.2
Rank
#25 / 66 | 7.3
Facility
7.3
MN AVG
3.8
Rank
#61 / 66 | - | 15 | - |
23
Facility
23
MN AVG
49
Rank
#84 / 104 | - | - | - | - | 245467 | ||||
| Highland Chateau Health + Rehabilitation Clinic | - | NH HOS MC RC SNF | St Paul (Highland Park) | 64
Facility
64
MN AVG
87
Rank
#53 / 94 |
84.4%
Facility
84.4%
MN AVG
78.8%
Rank
#28 / 61 | +7% | 5.18
Facility
5.18
MN AVG
4.77
Rank
#20 / 66 | D- | - | - | - | +74% | +9% | $67.6k
Facility
$67.6k
MN AVG
$47.9k
Rank
#53 / 66 | 98
Facility
98
MN AVG
23.2
Rank
#65 / 66 | 6.1
Facility
6.1
MN AVG
3.8
Rank
#55 / 66 | 5 | 54 | A+ |
59
Facility
59
MN AVG
49
Rank
#41 / 104 | Marcus Parence | $7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
$11.0M
Rank
#40 / 62 | $4.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$4.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
$7.2M
Rank
#47 / 62 | 58.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
58.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
70.4%
Rank
#35 / 62 | 245028 |
| Centennial Gardens for Nursing and Rehabilitation | - | NH | N Minneapolis (Bassett Creek) | 85
Facility
85
MN AVG
87
Rank
#38 / 94 |
80.4%
Facility
80.4%
MN AVG
78.8%
Rank
#34 / 61 | +2% | 4.79
Facility
4.79
MN AVG
4.77
Rank
#32 / 66 | F | - | - | - | -40% | +1% | $174.0k
Facility
$174.0k
MN AVG
$47.9k
Rank
#63 / 66 | 159
Facility
159
MN AVG
23.2
Rank
#66 / 66 | 5.1
Facility
5.1
MN AVG
3.8
Rank
#46 / 66 | 12 | 68 | - |
32
Facility
32
MN AVG
49
Rank
#76 / 104 | George Katz | $8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
$11.0M
Rank
#35 / 62 | $7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
$7.2M
Rank
#24 / 62 | 85.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
85.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
70.4%
Rank
#10 / 62 | 245289 |
| Crossroads Care Center | - | NH AL IL MC PC RC SNF | Worthington | 52
Facility
52
MN AVG
87
Rank
#58 / 94 | - | - | - | ? | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
66
Facility
66
MN AVG
49
Rank
#27 / 104 | $3.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$3.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
$11.0M
Rank
#62 / 62 | $2.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$2.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
$7.2M
Rank
#59 / 62 | 59.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
59.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
70.4%
Rank
#34 / 62 | 245395 | |
| Hopkins Restorative Care Center | - | NH HOS MC PC SNF | Hopkins | 52
Facility
52
MN AVG
87
Rank
#58 / 94 | - | - | - | ? | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
34
Facility
34
MN AVG
49
Rank
#71 / 104 | $5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
$11.0M
Rank
#44 / 62 | $3.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$3.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
$7.2M
Rank
#48 / 62 | 64%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
64%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG
70.4%
Rank
#26 / 62 | 245052 |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other MN nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 104 on this page. See how we rank facilities
The Emeralds at Grand Rapids is a nursing home in Grand Rapids, MN, offering a wide range of care options, including assisted living, long-term care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Here, older adults can keep their peace of mind, especially with a nurturing and welcoming environment. Excellent services, including 24-hour care, housekeeping, laundry, well-balanced meals, and transportation, are also provided, so residents can focus on recovery. Alongside a continuum of care, personalized care plans are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.
Social gatherings, light exercises, and various activities foster interactions and encourage residents to explore new hobbies. A wellness center, a beauty salon, and peaceful outdoor areas are also available, so residents can focus on their wellness. Set along major roads, near restaurants, shops, and the Judy Garland Museum, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home continuously provides excellent services for older adults’ welfare, making it a reliable choice for senior living in Minnesota.
South Shore Care Center is a community in Worthington, Minnesota, that provides transitional care, rehabilitation, long-term care, memory care, respite care, and hospice services for older adults. Owned by Cbay Worthington Holdings LLC, it is located about a mile from Sanford Worthington Medical Center and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
The community has 69 beds and operates at about 49 percent occupancy, with an average resident stay of 126 days. Registered nurses, licensed nurses, and nurse aides provide nearly four hours of nursing care per resident each day, supported by rehabilitation and other specialized clinical services.
A secured unit with exit-alert systems helps protect residents who are at risk of wandering. This added safety measure extends beyond the memory care program, providing additional security throughout the community. The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 5, making most errands and visits best completed by car.
Thorne Crest Retirement Center is a 105-bed nursing home located on Garfield Avenue in Albert Lea, Minnesota. Owned by Jennifer Wood, the facility has been operating for 12 years and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. The surrounding area is highly walkable, so visitors can handle most errands on foot.
Residents stay for an average of 127 days, a timeline that reflects a mix of short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. To manage daily medical needs, the nursing team provides about 3 hours and 45 minutes of total care per resident each day. This hands-on support is distributed across registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides working around-the-clock shifts.
The clinical setup focuses on recovery, rehabilitation, and respite care for individuals transitioning from a hospital stay or surgery. On-site features include a wellness center, structured health programs, and a 24-hour nursing presence. For daily routines, the facility provides a dining program with continental breakfast and cooked meals, transportation for appointments, a library, an emergency call system in each room, and outdoor garden spaces.
Interested individuals looking at care options will find a setup geared toward steady recovery and daily support. The front office can be contacted directly to verify current room availability, confirm insurance details, or set up a time to view the property.
Peacefully situated in Hendricks, MN, Lincoln Lane Villa is a blissful community that offers assisted living. The community is dedicated to residents’ welfare, providing high-quality support for their daily living activities 24/7. Here, residents do not have to worry about their household responsibilities with housekeeping and laundry services.
Recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted to improve residents’ living experiences and cognition. With thoughtfully planned meal options, residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation is also provided, so residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community is a good option for those seeking quality care in retirement, especially with its nurturing setting and state-of-the-art amenities.
Owned by LCS Trillium Woods JV, LLC, The Birches at Trillium Woods is a nursing home and skilled nursing facility in Plymouth, Minnesota. The community has 44 beds. It’s a smaller setting that may offer a more personal and closely managed environment than a larger facility. Families can choose from Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to cover both short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care.
Residents receive an average of 6 hours and 11 minutes of total nursing care each day. That includes about 1 hour and 19 minutes of care from registered nurses and 3 hours and 17 minutes from nurse aides, with additional support from licensed practical nurses. This level of registered nurse involvement provides consistent clinical oversight alongside the hands-on assistance residents receive daily.
Residents stay for an average of 80 days, suggesting the community serves many people recovering from a hospitalization or surgery in addition to those needing longer-term nursing care.
The area is car-dependent, so most errands and outings require a vehicle. The Birches at Trillium Woods is located a few miles from North Memorial Health’s Robbinsdale campus. Hospital care is within easy reach for residents, and it works as a convenient reference point for families coordinating hospital discharges or follow-up appointments. Families considering the home may want to ask about dining, activities, and daily amenities during a tour.
Highland Chateau Health + Rehabilitation Clinic is a private 64-bed skilled nursing facility located in St Paul, MN. This premier community offers both short-term and long-term care. Additionally, each resident is provided private accommodation where they can relax and feel at home, without having to worry about housekeeping or laundry.
The staff at Highland Chateau provides each resident with 24/7 care, rehabilitation therapies, as well as meal provisions. A barber and beauty salon is also available on-site for beauty and grooming services. Furthermore, the residents are offered wound and pain management services, in case they need specialized care after a surgery or major operation.
Centennial Gardens for Nursing and Rehabilitation is a distinct community located in the harmonious neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN, offering skilled nursing. Dedicated to residents’ wellness, the community provides the highest quality of care and assistance tailored to their unique needs and preferences. Enjoy every moment of your later years with the community helping with your day-to-day activities.
Fun activities and enriching events are also conducted for residents to remain active and socially engaged. Healthy meals are also necessary for residents’ well-being, hence, the community serves diverse dining options to cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those who need supplementary care to live comfortably in retirement, with its comprehensive care and purposely designed amenities.
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. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
Weighting overview
- 35%Care Quality
- 20%Staffing
- 20%Regulatory
- 20%Operational
- 5%Environment
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
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
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
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
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 104 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.

















