Cottagewood Senior Community

Memory Care · Rochester, MN

Overview of Cottagewood Senior Community

Cottagewood Senior Community is the premier assisted living and memory care home with the opportunity to live independently. The senior living community is described as a flexible community that will adjust to the needs and wants of its residents. Management and staff provide a welcoming environment where residents feel safe and secure; residents cultivate their holistic wellness because of professional caregivers.

Residential experience provides daily living with healthy and well-balanced holistic wellness. Community services include medication management, transportation, housekeeping, delicious and nutritious dining, 24-hour availability, and wellness programs.

Bed community size
125-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 36 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
72%
Lower than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
90 / 125
Average residents per home in Minnesota 59 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyOlmsted

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Amenities & Lifestyle

Operating HoursMonday – Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm; Saturday – Sunday: by appointment

Types of Care at Cottagewood Senior Community

Memory Care

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Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Quality of Life Rating
3 / 5

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

Ranked 54th (tied) of 136 homes in Minnesota

Family Satisfaction Rating
4 / 5

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

Ranked 13th (tied) of 123 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
79.4% 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
82.8% 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
84.4% High

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

Community Activities Score
87.7% High

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

Safety & Privacy Score
90.1% High

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

Religion & Spirituality Score
90.7% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Care
78.4% 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
76.8% Moderate

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

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.

The data displayed corresponds to the last 2 years.

1 visit/inspection Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Latest inspection

Date September 11, 2025
Annual Inspection

7 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Minnesota average: 10 deficiencies

7.0 deficiencies per inspection

Inspection Report Summary for Cottagewood Senior Community

The most recent inspection on September 11, 2025, identified multiple deficiencies related to fire protection, nursing assessments, medication administration, and treatment documentation. Earlier inspections were not provided for comparison, so broader patterns cannot be determined from the available data. The main issues involved incomplete nursing assessments, improper medication handling by unlicensed staff, and missing or outdated treatment orders and plans. There were no complaint investigations or enforcement actions listed in the available reports. Without prior inspection data, it is unclear whether these findings represent a new or ongoing trend.

Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Minnesota

Cottagewood Senior Community is located in Rochester, 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
MN

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
MN

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.
MN

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).
MN

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).
MN

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
MN

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).
MN

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
MN

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)

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Address 6.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Rochester's city center to Cottagewood Senior Community's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.88 miles to nearest hospital (Hy-Vee Pharmacy)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cottagewood Senior Community

Is Cottagewood Senior Community in a walkable area?

Cottagewood Senior Community has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How many beds does Cottagewood Senior Community have?

Cottagewood Senior Community has 125 beds.

Are there photos of Cottagewood Senior Community?

Yes — there are 2 photos of Cottagewood Senior Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Cottagewood Senior Community?

(507) 286-8528 will put you in contact with the team at Cottagewood Senior Community.

What county is Cottagewood Senior Community located in?

Cottagewood Senior Community is in Olmsted County.

Is Cottagewood Senior Community Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Cottagewood Senior Community is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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