Good Samaritan Society Albert

Assisted Living in Minnesota

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Good Samaritan Society Albert

Assisted Living in Minnesota

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
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Good Samaritan Society Albert accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Good Samaritan Society Albert

Good Samaritan Society – Albert Lea is committed to providing an unprecedented level of quality service and compassionate care. It offers a range of senior living options including assisted living and rehabilitation therapy. The community is dedicated to ensuring residents enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle tailored to their needs.
(507) 379-2737

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.
3/5 ▼ 0.6 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.
2/5 ▼ 1.0 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 ▲ 1.2 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.
3/5 ▼ 0.4 Minnesota average: 3.4/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Minnesota state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 28th out of 59 homes in Minnesota.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 46m per day
Rank #28 / 59Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th out of 59 homes in Minnesota.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Minnesota average, with a ranking across 59 Minnesota SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility Minnesota avg (5h 7m per day)
vs Minnesota avg
-7%
Staff type Hours / day vs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 57m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
101 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

33% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 22 days

Private pay

45% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Medicaid

23% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 - 8 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$18.0M
Surplus of revenue
$2.1M
Voluntary non-profit community Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$18.0M Rank #14 / 59Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 59 homes in Minnesota.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Minnesota SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Surplus of revenue
$2.1M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #29 / 59Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th out of 59 homes in Minnesota.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Minnesota average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$6.3M
35.3% of revenue Rank #53 / 59Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 53rd out of 59 homes in Minnesota.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Minnesota average. Well-run SNFs often land around 55–65%. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$9.2M
Total costs $15.5M
Bed community size
86-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
95%
Rank #4 / 60Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 60 homes in Minnesota.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its statewide rank out of 60. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Higher than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
81 / 86
Average residents 59 per day

Awards

AwardsBronze National Quality Award Recipient 2024

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved
CountyFreeborn

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Private Apartment With Lockable Door
Furnished Appliances
Basic Utilities
Washer/Dryer In Select Units
Community Laundry Room
Building And Grounds Maintenance
Uncovered Parking
Access To Library
Private Dining Room
Lounges
Exercise Room
Salon Services
Scheduled Transportation
Specific ProgramsSenior Living, Rehabilitation Therapy, Home-based Services, Caregiver Support

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$2,173 per month
Starting Price$2,577 per month

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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

Living Spaces & Floor Plans

Bancroft Creek Floor Plan
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Hidden Creek Floor Plan
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

Good Samaritan Society Albert is located in Albert Lea, 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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Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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