Overview of Best Care

Best Care is a home care agency at 2562 7th Ave E Suite 201 in North St Paul, serving the Twin Cities and surrounding area with skilled nursing, therapy, personal care, and homemaker services. Chief Strategy Officer: Leann Lindahl. 20 years in operation; over 150 nurses, therapists, and caregivers. BBB A+ (accredited). Regulated by the Minnesota Department of Health.

Located 15.7 miles from downtown with a walk score of 77 (very walkable), Best Care serves the broader Twin Cities region rather than being concentrated in a single neighborhood. As a home care provider, Best Care enables clients to receive skilled nursing and rehabilitation services in their own homes.

The agency describes caregivers as carefully screened, insured, and bonded, with care supervised by the client’s doctor. Services include skilled nursing, physical and occupational therapy, assistance with daily living activities, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and 24/7 care. The agency serves clients needing short-term assistance (post-hospitalization or acute care) or ongoing support for chronic conditions and rehabilitation. Specific programs include Personal Care Aide services, Financial Management Services, 245D Waivered Services (serving people with developmental disabilities), Community First Choice Services, and support for various payment and assistance options. Both hourly and live-in arrangements are available.

As a home care agency, Best Care operates under different regulatory frameworks than facility-based assisted living or nursing homes. State licensing and inspection protocols for home care agencies differ significantly from residential facilities. No inspection history or regulatory compliance records are publicly disclosed.

Families should confirm licensing status, and ask about background checks, staff qualifications, insurance, and emergency protocols and on-call availability.

Years in operation
20 years in operation Rank #41 / 137Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 41st out of 137 homes in Minnesota. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Minnesota facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 77 / 100 Rank #63 / 632Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 63rd out of 632 homes in Minnesota. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Minnesota facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactLeann Lindahl, Chief Strategy Officer

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsPCA Services, Financial Management Services, 245D Waivered Services, CFSS, Paying for Services

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Address 15.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from North St Paul's city center to Best Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.58 miles to nearest hospital (Planned Parenthood - Little Canada Health Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Home Care in Minnesota

Best Care is located in North St Paul, Minnesota.
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Elderly Waiver

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $3,000 individual, higher than most states
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Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Home aides

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Minnesota ECS

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
MN

Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.

Benefits
In-home support (2-4 hours/week) Respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.
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CDCS option; statewide via counties.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~5 days/year) Home health Meals Home mods

Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)

Minnesota Senior Health Options

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
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7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Respite Adult day care Home mods $900/year groceries (some plans)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
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Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite Adult day care Home mods Limited nursing home care

Consumer Support Grant (CSG)

Minnesota Consumer Support Grant

Age 65+ or disabled
General Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
MN

Can hire family; statewide via counties.

Benefits
Cash (~$500-$1,500/month) for personal care Respite Home mods Assistive tech

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Minnesota resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
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Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Minnesota resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
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High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Best Care

Is Best Care in a walkable area?

Best Care has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are there photos of Best Care?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Best Care in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Best Care?

(651) 330-2550 will put you in contact with the team at Best Care.

Is Best Care Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Best Care is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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