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Assisted Living in Minnesota

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Folkestone

Assisted Living in Minnesota

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Folkestone

100 Promenade Avenue, Wayzata, MN 55391 View map
Overview of Folkestone
Folkestone is a senior living community located in Wayzata, MN. It offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and long-term care apartments. Residents can enjoy various amenities and activities, including fitness classes, a heated saltwater pool, and community events.
(952) 249-2400

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
5/5
Minnesota average: 3.6/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
4/5
Minnesota average: 3.0/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
5/5
Minnesota average: 3.8/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
4/5
Minnesota average: 3.4/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
5h 36m per day

This home provides 10% more nursing time per resident than the Minnesota average.

Minnesota average: 5h 7m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 90

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Minnesota average
Occupancy rate 93%
Residents per day (avg) 27
Occupancy rate
93%
Residents per day (avg)
27

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

53% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 20 days

Private pay

47% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$18.3M
Operating deficit
-$1.7M
Voluntary non-profit community Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$18,347,375.00
Operating deficit
$-1,706,611.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.8M
37.2% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$13.2M
Total costs $20.1M
Bed community size
90-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyHennepin

Additional Licensing Details

CMS Certification Number245621

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Nursing Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Services

3 services
Enhanced Assisted Living
Long Term Care
Transitional Care/Short Term Rehab

Amenities & Lifestyle

22 amenities
Artistic/Creative Space
Billiards
Basic Cable Tv
Electric
Fitness Center
Library
Movie Theater
Swimming Pool
Wireless Internet Access
Wood Shop
Bike Storage
Business Office Services
Car Wash Bay
Dining Services - Additional Options
Garage Parking
Guest Dining Services
Guest Suite
On-Site Maintenance
Housekeeping
Rehabilitative Services
Salon
Storage Locker
Specific ProgramsAssisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living, Independent Living, Long Term Care, Memory Care, Transitional Care/Short Term Rehab, Activities & Events, Newsletter, Resident Documents
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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.

Latest inspection

Date October 17, 2025

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

State average 6


Last Health inspection on Nov 2025

Total health citations 9

State average 23.2

Citations per inspection
3

State average 3.76


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 9 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than State average

State average: 0.7


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than State average

State average: 0.5

0 critical citations More info State average: 0.7

0 serious citations More info State average: 0.5

8 moderate citations More info State average: 21.2

1 minor citation More info State average: 0.8
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Nov 20, 2025

Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Nov 20, 2025

Nursing Services minor citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. Oct 17, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Oct 17, 2024
Corrected

Compare Assisted Living around Minnesota The information below is reported by the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division.

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Folkestone
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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.

Wayzata
30
No
-
-
93.0%
-
-
-
-
0
Brookdale West St. Paul
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.

West Saint Paul
20
No
41
-
55.0%
-
1
-
8
Brookdale Winona
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.

Winona
20
Yes
67
11
95.0%
A+
3
90.1%
19
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
-
85.0%
-
1
48.2%
10
Brookdale Faribault
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.

Faribault
20
No
19
-
55.0%
-
1
87.6%
1

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 109
Employees 107
Contractors 2
Staff to resident ratio 3.76:1
69% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average ratio: 2.22:1

Avg staff/day 28
Average shift 7.3 hours
0% compared with Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 7.5 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 18,592
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 5
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.6 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 33
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0.2%

36 contractor hours this quarter

Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant330337,55091100%7.7
Registered Nurse130132,77291100%8.5
Dietitian4041,7847987%7.7
Administrator3031,2966369%8
Other Dietary Services Staff8081,1116369%6.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician6061,0806571%6.8
Medication Aide/Technician6061,00091100%8.3
Clinical Nurse Specialist1013844853%8
Physical Therapy Assistant9093764954%5.8
Nurse Practitioner1013444347%8
Licensed Practical Nurse5053314549%6.6
Speech Language Pathologist5052175055%3.8
Physical Therapy Aide6061142730%4.2
Qualified Social Worker6061034044%2.5
Occupational Therapy Aide101961213%8
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111933%6.2
Medical Director011181314%1.4
33 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Dietitian
% of Days 87%
3 Administrator
% of Days 69%
8 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 69%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 71%
6 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 53%
9 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 54%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 47%
5 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 49%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 55%
6 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 30%
6 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 44%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 13%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 14%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
29 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
5 residents (17.2%)
Private pay or other
24 residents (82.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 14.2
28% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 11.1

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 27.1
20% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 22.6

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 20.0%
6% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 18.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 31.6%
33% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 23.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 29.7%
19% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 25.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 6.7%
80% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 3.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 7.4%
36% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.0%
65% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 2.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.3%
29% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 4.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 4.0%
7% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 4.4%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 12.5%
27% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 17.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.1%
In line with Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 97.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 76.9%
20% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 96.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 95.2%
7% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 88.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 1.9%

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Financial Aid for Minnesota Seniors

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Elderly Waiver

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$3,000 (individual, higher than most states).

Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Minnesota ECS

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.

~$1,732/month (individual, varies).

$3,000 (individual).

Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.

~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.

$3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.

CDCS option; statewide via counties.

Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)

Minnesota Senior Health Options

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.

~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.

$3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).

7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.

~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.

$3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).

Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.

Consumer Support Grant (CSG)

Minnesota Consumer Support Grant

Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.

~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.

$3,000 (individual).

Can hire family; statewide via counties.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Minnesota resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

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