Brookdale West St. Paul
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · West Saint Paul, MN

Brookdale West St. Paul

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · West Saint Paul, MN

Overview of Brookdale West St. Paul

Brookdale West St. Paul, located in an exclusive residential neighborhood in West Saint Paul, MN, offers both assisted living and memory care services. This community is conveniently situated near shopping centers, banks, hospitals, and physicians’ offices, making it an ideal choice for seniors seeking a vibrant, supportive environment. Residents can enjoy a variety of activities, from lively meals and fun excursions to fitness classes, all designed to promote an active and fulfilling lifestyle.

In the assisted living program, caregivers provide assistance with daily tasks such as medication management, coordination with healthcare providers, and everyday activities, ensuring residents can focus on what they love. The memory care program features a person-centered approach, offering a daily path of engagement tailored to each resident’s abilities, enabling those with Alzheimer’s or dementia to thrive in a nurturing and secure environment. With the convenience of private, pet-friendly apartments and 24/7 availability of caregivers for emergencies, Brookdale West St. Paul ensures peace of mind for residents and their families.

Bed community size
20-bed community Rank #353 / 528Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 353rd out of 528 homes in Minnesota for bed count. 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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: 41 / 100 Rank #327 / 632Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 327th out of 632 homes in Minnesota for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Minnesota facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
55%
Rank #223 / 282Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 223rd out of 282 homes in Minnesota for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 282. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Lower than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
11 / 20
Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes 59 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved
CountyDakota

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Additional Services

2 services
Continuing Care Retirement Communities
At Home Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

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

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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 8 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (20% below)

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. 810 This facility has 20% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota nursing home (8 vs. MN avg 10).↓ 20% better

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

  • July 30, 2025 inspection found 8 deficiencies including food code violations, fire safety code breaches, incomplete resident records, and missing tuberculosis prevention program.
  • Deficiencies included failure to maintain required background study for staff and incomplete nursing reassessments within the 90-day timeframe.
  • Food safety violations were level two, and fire code issues involved carbon monoxide protection, fire doors, kitchen hood, and electrical safety.

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Room Sizes: 242 / 350 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 1.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from West Saint Paul's city center to Brookdale West St. Paul's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale West St. Paul

What neighborhood is Brookdale West St. Paul in?

Brookdale West St. Paul is in the Thompson Avenue East neighborhood of West Saint Paul.

Is Brookdale West St. Paul in a walkable area?

Brookdale West St. Paul has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale West St. Paul?

Brookdale West St. Paul's occupancy is 55%.

Are pets allowed at Brookdale West St. Paul?

Yes, Brookdale West St. Paul allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Brookdale West St. Paul have?

Brookdale West St. Paul has 20 beds.

Are there photos of Brookdale West St. Paul?

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

What is the address of Brookdale West St. Paul?

Brookdale West St. Paul is located at 305 East Thompson Avenue, West Saint Paul, MN 55118.

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