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

Brookdale Willmar

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

Overview of Brookdale Willmar

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.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
17
Bed community size
20-bed community Rank #354 / 529Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 354th out of 529 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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: 57 / 100 Rank #207 / 614Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 207th out of 614 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
85%
Rank #91 / 270Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 91st out of 270 homes we track in Minnesota for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 270. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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
CountyKandiyohi

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Courtyard
Garden
Community Kitchen
Piano
Activities
Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$5,500 per month

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Staffing Rating
4 / 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 72nd (tied) of 158 homes in Minnesota See full Minnesota ranking
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

Resident Health Rating
3 / 5

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

Ranked 92nd (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Safety Rating
4 / 5

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

Ranked 16th (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
62.5% Moderate

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

Minnesota average: 72.4%

Food Quality Score
48.2% Low

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

Community Activities Score
59.4% Low

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

Safety & Privacy Score
85.8% High

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

Religion & Spirituality Score
82.4% High

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 These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 10 deficiencies 1 inspection

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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Minnesota average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (1% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (9% 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. 1011 This facility has 9% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota nursing home (10 vs. MN avg 11).↓ 9% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 10.09.91 This facility has 1% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota nursing home (10 vs. MN avg 9.91).↑ 1% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMN Averagevs. MN Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 11 This facility has total inspections in line with the Minnesota average (1 vs. MN avg 1).— At avg

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 165 / 220 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

Suite
Suite
1 / 4
Suite
1
165 - 220 sq. ft

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Willmar

Floor plan 2

Places of interest near Brookdale Willmar

Address 0.5 miles from city center Info 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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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the MN Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Minnesota average is: 70.4% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Folkestone
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Wayzata
90
Facility 90
MN AVG 61
Rank #142 / 529
32.2%
Facility 32.2%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #267 / 270
-57%
5.38
Facility 5.38
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #13 / 66
-24%+13%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 66
9
Facility 9
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #8 / 66
3.0
Facility 3.0
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #14 / 66
-29-
53
Facility 53
MN AVG 45
Rank #235 / 614
Mark Specht
$4.1MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $4.1MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $11.0M
Rank #55 / 62
$7.7MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $7.7MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $7.2M
Rank #22 / 62
185.2%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 185.2%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG 70.4%
Rank #3 / 62
245621
Annandale Care Center
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
East Annandale
120
Facility 120
MN AVG 61
Rank #71 / 529
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4.64
Facility 4.64
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #37 / 66
-41%-3%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 66
8
Facility 8
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #6 / 66
1.6
Facility 1.6
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #2 / 66
239-
62
Facility 62
MN AVG 45
Rank #154 / 614
Richard Feeney
$5.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $5.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $11.0M
Rank #43 / 62
$7.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $7.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG $7.2M
Rank #27 / 62
120.4%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 120.4%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
MN AVG 70.4%
Rank #4 / 62
245364
Boundary Waters Care Center
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Ely
42
Facility 42
MN AVG 61
Rank #281 / 529
67.9%
Facility 67.9%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #192 / 270
-10%
4.97
Facility 4.97
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #26 / 66
+4%+4%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 66
21
Facility 21
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #25 / 66
7.0
Facility 7.0
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #62 / 66
129-
61
Facility 61
MN AVG 45
Rank #160 / 614
Michael Forsman
$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG $11.0M
Rank #52 / 62
$3.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG $7.2M
Rank #51 / 62
74.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 74.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG 70.4%
Rank #14 / 62
245138
Ecumen North Branch
NH
AL
IL
MC
North Branch
85
Facility 85
MN AVG 61
Rank #158 / 529
51.8%
Facility 51.8%
MN AVG 75.7%
Rank #230 / 270
-32%
4.97
Facility 4.97
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #26 / 66
+8%+4%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 66
14
Facility 14
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #12 / 66
3.5
Facility 3.5
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #22 / 66
-44-
54
Facility 54
MN AVG 45
Rank #228 / 614
Scott Bjerketvedt
$4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG $11.0M
Rank #47 / 62
$5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG $7.2M
Rank #38 / 62
101.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 101.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MN AVG 70.4%
Rank #6 / 62
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Willmar

Is Brookdale Willmar in a walkable area?

Brookdale Willmar has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Willmar?

Brookdale Willmar's occupancy is 85%.

Does Brookdale Willmar have different floorplan options?

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

Are pets allowed at Brookdale Willmar?

Yes, Brookdale Willmar allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Brookdale Willmar have?

Brookdale Willmar has 20 beds.

Has Brookdale Willmar had any deficiencies?

Brookdale Willmar has had 10 reported deficiencies since 2025 according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).

Are there photos of Brookdale Willmar?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Brookdale Willmar in the photo gallery on this page.

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