Golden Nest Assisted Living

Assisted Living in Minneapolis

Overview of Golden Nest Assisted Living

Serving the serene neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN, Golden Nest Assisted Living is a trusted senior living community, offering top-notch assisted living services. The community designed their environment to cater to a diverse population, offering care team members that speak various languages. Here, residents enjoy comprehensive care services with the help of a round the clock care team, a registered nurse, and a well-trained home health aide that offers services, such as support with daily routine, personal care assistance, medication management, and more.

Various activities and programs are offered to ensure residents have plenty of opportunities to stay active and connected, complemented with scheduled transportation services, so residents can freely explore the neighborhood’s amenities or get to their appointments safely. Three delicious meals and nourishing snacks are offered to give residents their daily energy and nourishment. Therapy services are also available through the community’s trusted partnership with a third-party agency, giving residents more peace of mind.

Managed by Hongjoo Lee

Executive Director

Hongjoo Lee serves as the Executive Director of Golden Nest Assisted Living, a family-owned community dedicated to treating residents like family. Under Lee's leadership, the community focuses on creating a home-like atmosphere that positively impacts residents' lives while providing quality care, including support for those needing financial assistance.

Bed community size
24-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
20 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 76 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
92%
Higher than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
22 / 24
Average residents 59 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved
CountyHennepin

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactHong Joo Lee, Principal

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsArranging for medical service, Arranging for health-related service, Arranging transportation for medical or social service appointments, Assisting with personal funds of residents, Provide daily housekeeping and weekly laundry service, Facility is staffed 24/7 to respond to any health and safety needs, Registered nurse on-site and available on-call, Trained home health aide on-site 24/7, Therapy services are available from outside agency (physical, occupational), Personal hygiene and grooming assistance, Showering, bathing, and dressing assistance, Socialization and activities, Mobility and transferring assistance, Continence management, Administration of medication, Performing routine delegated medical or nursing care, Medication reminder, Provide 3 meals a day with snacks, Dining table set up and clean up.
Operating HoursM-F, 8am-4:30pm

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionProvides 3 meals a day with snacks.
Meals IncludedYes
Meals Per Day3

What does this home offer?

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Total Residents: 6

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Golden Nest Assisted Living

Assisted Living

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Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Quality of Life Rating
4 / 5

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

Ranked 13th (tied) of 136 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
69.3% 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
98.5% High

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

Safety & Privacy Score
99.2% High

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

Religion & Spirituality Score
91.7% High

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

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.

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.

Results

1 with issues

0 without issues

Latest inspection

Date August 15, 2025
Annual Inspection

30 deficiencies

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

Minnesota average: 10 deficiencies

30.0 deficiencies per inspection

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Financial Assistance for
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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
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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
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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 4.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Minneapolis's city center to Golden Nest Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.82 miles to nearest hospital (M Health Fairview Masonic Children's Hospital)

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