Brookdale North Oaks

Overview of Brookdale North Oaks

Offering exceptional retirement experience, Brookdale North Oaks, based in North Oaks, Minnesota, specializes in memory care for individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. With a commitment to providing dignified and meaningful experiences, Brookdale North Oaks offers a structured environment that supports residents at every stage of their journey. The community ensures familiarity and consistency by assigning the same care partners whenever possible. Their team is well-trained in the latest dementia care techniques, providing attentive support with daily activities such as meals, medication management, and personal care.

Brookdale North Oaks features a secure setting with 24/7 trained team, secured entries and exits, and an enclosed courtyard and garden, designed for residents’ safety and freedom to explore. The Clare Bridge Daily Path program includes six planned activities each day, fostering a sense of security and accomplishment. The community’s Town Square, an indoor replica of a small town center, and memory care environments with areas for safe engagement in household tasks, offer a stimulating and supportive atmosphere. With easy-to-navigate floor plans and soothing wall colors, residents enjoy a cozy environment where they can feel comfortable and at ease.

Facility Direct Line (651) 482-8111

52-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 8 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

71%

Lower than the Minnesota average: 79.7%

Occupied beds

37 / 52

Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes 59 beds

Facility TypeAssisted Living

StatusApproved For Dementia Care

CountyRamsey

Pet Friendly

Fitness Center/ Therapy Room

Transportation

Library

Concierge Service

Outings

Café/Bistro

Beauty/Barber Shop

Courtyard And Garden

Gardening/Greenhouse

Game Room

Private Dining Room

Arts & Crafts

Walking Paths

Pool

Theater

Housekeeping

Laundry

Ratings

Quality of Life Rating

2 / 5

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

Ranked 110th (tied) of 136 homes in Minnesota

Family Satisfaction Rating

3 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring surveys of residents' family members.

Ranked 52nd (tied) of 123 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction

75.0% Moderate

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

Minnesota average: 72.4%

Family Overall Satisfaction

80.8% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring surveys of residents' family members.

Minnesota average: 83.7%

Food Quality Score

73.8% Moderate

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

Community Activities Score

84.1% High

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

Safety & Privacy Score

82.5% High

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

Religion & Spirituality Score

75.0% Moderate

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

Family Satisfaction - Care

77.1% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with overall care experience.

Family Satisfaction - Cost

73.3% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with value and cost of care.

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping

77.4% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with cleanliness and housekeeping.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 14 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard 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 2022 vs. Minnesota state average

Overall vs. MN average

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	MN Average	vs. MN Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	14	10	This facility has 40% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota nursing home (14 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 40% worse

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

May 6, 2022 inspection found 14 deficiencies including food safety violations, medication errors, incomplete employee records, missing fire safety measures, and lack of dementia care policies.
Medication administration errors involved nearly giving the wrong drug and omitting medication despite supply being available, with no expiration dates on multiuse containers.
Fire safety lapses included missing smoke alarms in resident rooms, non-working emergency lights, and lack of documented employee fire safety training and evacuation plans.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 315 / 625 sq. ft

Housing Options: Suite

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

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2.2 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from North Oaks's city center to Brookdale North Oaks's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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