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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 Lifecare Medical Center
LifeCare Medical Center delivers compassionate care and trusted health services to families across northern Minnesota. The center is committed to improving the health and well-being of the community through various wellness programs and support services. With over 45 years of experience, it focuses on providing quality healthcare to its patients.

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Overview of Thorne Crest Retirement Center

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.

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Overview of The Emeralds at Grand Rapids

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.

Contact The Emeralds at Grand Rapids

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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Overview of Hopkins Restorative Care Center

Hopkins Restorative Care Center is a nursing home in Hopkins, MN, offering long-term care, memory care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and hospice care. Combining excellent services with a home-like environment, the community ensures older adults are treated well throughout their stay. Freshly-prepared meals, daily housekeeping, laundry, and transportation assistance are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community also works closely with residents to understand their needs and habits, providing personalized care plans for quick recovery.

Social events, exercises, and recreational activities help residents maintain their holistic wellness and live happily. Residents can also rest and move around safely in the spacious courtyards and peaceful walking paths. Set along Highway 169 in the quiet neighborhood of Hopkins, the community ensures accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is dedicated to helping older adults thrive in retirement, making it one of the best options for senior living in Minnesota.

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Overview of The Estates at Excelsior

The Estates at Excelsior is a nursing home in Excelsior, MN, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Promoting a nurturing and inviting environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for during their stay. Residents also receive high-quality services, including 24-hour care, housekeeping, laundry, and nutritious meals, ensuring a worry-free living. Focusing on residents’ holistic well-being, the community strives to provide the best possible care tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Arts and crafts, music therapy, and sensory activities are among the many activities that residents can participate in to make friends and create unforgettable memories. A beauty and barbershop and thoughtfully curated amenities are also available, so residents can rest comfortably. Situated near Highway 7 in the tree-lined neighborhood of Excelsior, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is one of the trusted choices for senior living in Minnesota, especially with its top-tier services.

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Grand Village

923 Hale Lake Pointe, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Overview of Grand Village

Grand Village is a nursing home in Grand Rapids, MN, offering long-term care and rehabilitation. Featuring upscale amenities in a nurturing setting, the community ensures older adults live comfortably and safely in retirement. 24-hour RN care, therapies, and dietitian-approved meals are also offered to improve residents’ quality of life. Through an innovative and personalized approach to care, residents receive the utmost attention and care tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Light exercises, social gatherings, and recreational opportunities provide residents with more opportunities to interact with friends and live actively. Cozy common areas and well-lit spaces are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Residents also experience a stress-free retirement, as it is peacefully nestled in the tree-lined neighborhood of Grand Rapids. This nursing home provides exceptional services dedicated to older adults’ welfare, making it one of the best options for senior living in Minnesota.

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Overview of Centennial Gardens for Nursing and Rehabilitation

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.

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Overview of Interim Healthcare Vent Care R

Interim Healthcare Vent Care R is a memory care and nursing home community in Duluth, Minnesota, serving residents aged 55 and older. Located specifically on Venture Avenue in the Airpark neighborhood, the community is operated by Interim HealthCare, a healthcare staffing organization. It houses a pool of trained healthcare professionals to support residents with memory care and skilled nursing needs.

The surrounding area has a Walk Score of 16, so it’s car-dependent. Families will need a car for most errands, and nearby walkable options are limited. Families and visitors should drive to access the facility, nearby appointments, or services.

Interim Healthcare Vent Care R offers memory care services as a core part of its programming, making it an option for residents with memory-related conditions. Residents are supported by skilled professionals with experience in delivering memory care.

Current residents and those considering the community can contact the facility directly to inquire about pricing, specific amenities, room options, daily activities, dining services, and staffing levels.

Contact Interim Healthcare Vent Care R

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.