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Burrowed in the picturesque town of Willmar, Minnesota, Brookdale Willmar offers a welcoming assisted living lifestyle for seniors seeking to redefine their independence. Nestled in a serene, secure setting, the community offers a carefree environment where residents can engage in their favorite activities, from leisurely walks to spirited card games, without the hassle of home maintenance, lawn care, or grocery shopping. The apartment-style community combines the comforts of home with the convenience of having everything taken care of, allowing residents to focus on enjoying life to the fullest.
Assisted living at Brookdale Willmar is designed to provide the perfect balance of support and independence for seniors. Residents receive personalized care tailored to their needs, whether it’s assistance with dressing, bathing, or daily tasks like housekeeping, laundry, and meals. With compassionate care available 24/7, residents and their families can have peace of mind knowing help is always at hand. The vibrant community features an exciting calendar of activities, restaurant-style dining, and excellent amenities, including an on-site beauty salon, piano, and beautiful courtyard gardens.
Higher than the Minnesota average: 79.7%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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 10 | 10 | This facility has total deficiencies in line with the Minnesota average (10 vs. MN avg 10).— At avg |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2025.
| 10 | 10 | This facility has deficiencies per year in line with the Minnesota average (10 vs. MN avg 10).— At avg |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on May 23, 2025, identified multiple deficiencies related to food safety, tuberculosis prevention, emergency preparedness, fire safety, staff training, and resident care documentation. Earlier inspections were not provided for comparison, so broader inspection patterns cannot be determined from the available information. The main issues involved compliance with the Minnesota Food Code, incomplete tuberculosis screening, lack of comprehensive emergency and fire safety plans, delayed supervision and training of staff, and incomplete resident service and treatment plans. No fines, enforcement actions, or complaint investigations were listed in the available reports. Without prior data, it is unclear whether these findings represent a new or ongoing pattern.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Room Sizes: 165 / 220 sq. ft
Housing Options: Suite
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
2.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Willmar's city center to Brookdale Willmar's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.44 miles to nearest hospital (CentraCare - Rice Memorial Hospital)
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Brookdale Willmar is located in Willmar, Minnesota.
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| Sunrise of Golden Valley |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Golden Valley | 92 | Yes | 21 | Suite | - | 54.3% | - | 2 | 85.3% | 1 | 18 | 18.0 | |
| Sunrise of Roseville |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Roseville (Snelling Avenue North) | 91 | Yes | 58 | Suite | - | 68.1% | - | 2 | 87.2% | 1 | 13 | 13.0 | |
| The Waters of Highland Park |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | St Paul (Highland Park) | 87 | No | 73 | Suite | - | 90.8% | - | 3 | 86.4% | 1 | 10 | 10.0 | |
| New Perspective Columbia Heights |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Columbia Heights | 85 | Yes | 60 | Suite | 18 | 85.9% | A+ | 3 | 85% | 1 | 6 | 6.0 | |
| Brookdale Willmar |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Willmar | 20 | No | 57 | Suite | - | 85.0% | - | 1 | 48.2% | 1 | 10 | 10.0 |
Brookdale Willmar has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Brookdale Willmar's occupancy is 85%.
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Willmar on this page.
Brookdale Willmar has 20 beds.
Brookdale Willmar is located at 1501 19th Avenue South West, Willmar, MN 56201.
(320) 235-1024 will put you in contact with the team at Brookdale Willmar.
Brookdale Willmar is in Kandiyohi County.
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