Brookdale Mankato
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Mankato, MN

Brookdale Mankato

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Mankato, MN

Overview of Brookdale Mankato

Located in Mankato, Minnesota, Brookdale Mankato offers a dynamic assisted living community nestled in a serene residential area adjacent to Lake Dorothy. Residents enjoy a bustling social calendar filled with card games, fitness sessions, creative arts, and regular outings. The community provides personalized care assessments and 24/7 emergency assistance, ensuring peace of mind for residents and their families. Dining at Brookdale Mankato is a delightful experience with restaurant-style meals tailored to individual dietary needs.

At Brookdale Mankato, assisted living means more than just support—it’s about enabling residents to maintain their independence while receiving personalized care as needed. Caregivers assist with daily activities such as grooming and medication management, allowing residents to focus on enjoying life in a supportive and enriching environment.

Bed community size
20-bed community Rank #357 / 532Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 357th out of 532 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Minnesota facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 49 / 100 Rank #257 / 632Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 257th 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
85%
Rank #106 / 331Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 106th out of 331 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 331. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in Minnesota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
17 / 20
Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes 59 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved
CountyBlue Earth

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Walking Paths
Landscaped Grounds
Activitiesarts and crafts, fitness classes, movie nights
Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$4,510 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining is served restaurant-style with a variety of flavorful meals prepared by chefs.
Brookdale Mankato – Menu
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Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Staffing Rating
5 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring staffing levels, including hours of care provided per resident per day.

Ranked 1st (tied) of 158 homes in Minnesota See full Minnesota ranking
Quality of Life Rating
1 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring resident well-being and satisfaction.

Ranked 132nd (tied) of 136 homes in Minnesota

Resident Health Rating
5 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring health outcomes and care quality for residents.

Ranked 1st (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Safety Rating
3 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring how well the facility maintains a safe environment for residents.

Ranked 55th (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
50.0% Low

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring resident well-being and satisfaction.

Minnesota average: 72.4%

Food Quality Score
59.6% Low

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring satisfaction with food quality and meal service.

Community Activities Score
63.4% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring meaningful activities and engagement opportunities.

Safety & Privacy Score
84.6% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring safety and privacy conditions for residents.

Religion & Spirituality Score
77.8% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring support for religious and spiritual needs.

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Inspection History

In Minnesota, the Department of Health, Health Regulation Division is the primary authority for conducting onsite inspections and reporting on the quality of care in residential facilities.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data 14 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Minnesota state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2025 vs. Minnesota state average
Overall vs. MN average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (40% above)
• Deficiencies per year (40% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection January 22, 2025 Follow Up

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMN Averagevs. MN Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1410 This facility has 40% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (14 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 40% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2025. 1410 This facility has 40% more deficiencies per year than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (14 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 40% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • January 22, 2025 follow-up found 14 deficiencies including infection control, medication management, emergency relocation notification, and bed rail safety issues.
  • Prior November 7, 2024 survey identified multiple deficiencies in background studies, fire safety, contract language, and resident care documentation.
  • Follow-up survey verified substantial compliance with correction orders from the November 7, 2024 survey.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 242 / 400 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 2.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Mankato's city center to Brookdale Mankato's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

Brookdale Mankato is located in Mankato, Minnesota.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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
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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
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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 Brookdale Mankato

Is Brookdale Mankato in a walkable area?

Brookdale Mankato has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Mankato?

Brookdale Mankato's occupancy is 85%.

Does Brookdale Mankato have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Mankato on this page.

How many beds does Brookdale Mankato have?

Brookdale Mankato has 20 beds.

Are there photos of Brookdale Mankato?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Brookdale Mankato in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Brookdale Mankato?

Brookdale Mankato is located at 100 Teton Lane, Mankato, MN 56001.

What is the phone number of Brookdale Mankato?

(507) 386-1779 will put you in contact with the team at Brookdale Mankato.

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