Guardian Care Homes Inc
Assisted Living · Hennepin County, MN

Guardian Care Homes Inc

Assisted Living · Hennepin County, MN

Overview of Guardian Care Homes INC

Enjoy high-quality living at Guardian Care Homes INC., an idyllic community in Richfield, MN, that offers assisted living. Residents here receive top-tier care for their daily living activities, like grooming and transferring, 24/7. Specially designed and accessible accommodations in a cozy and nurturing environment are also provided, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Encouraging residents to live actively and remain socially engaged, a jam-packed calendar of recreational activities and enriching programs is conducted based on their interests and capabilities. Delicious and well-balanced dining options are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community is ideal for those looking to live a blissful retirement amidst its supportive and welcoming environment.

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Types of Care at Guardian Care Homes Inc

Assisted Living
Bed community size
5-bed community Rank #404 / 536Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 404th out of 536 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Minnesota SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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: 42 / 100 Rank #316 / 633Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 316th out of 633 homes in Minnesota. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Minnesota SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
40%
Rank #299 / 328Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 299th out of 328 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 328. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
2 / 5
Average residents per home in Minnesota 59 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved
CountyHennepin

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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 10 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 At Avg Metrics at Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (at MN avg)
• Deficiencies per year (at MN avg)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection May 15, 2025 Annual Inspection

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. 1010 This facility has total deficiencies in line with the Minnesota average (10 vs. MN avg 10).— At avg
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2025. 1010 This facility has deficiencies per year in line with the Minnesota average (10 vs. MN avg 10).— At avg

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on May 15, 2025, found several deficiencies related to personnel records, infection control, emergency preparedness, physical environment maintenance, resident reassessments, and medication labeling. Earlier inspections were not provided for comparison, so the broader inspection pattern is unclear. Inspectors cited issues mainly with infection control programs, emergency and fire safety planning, and facility maintenance. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were listed in the available reports. Without prior data, it is not possible to determine a clear trend in the facility’s compliance.

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Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Staffing Rating
5 / 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 1st (tied) of 158 homes in Minnesota See full Minnesota ranking
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
3 / 5

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

Ranked 55th (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 1.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Richfield's city center to Guardian Care Homes Inc's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

Guardian Care Homes Inc is located in Richfield, 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
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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.
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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).
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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).
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Guardian Care Homes Inc

Is Guardian Care Homes Inc in a walkable area?

Guardian Care Homes Inc has a walk score of 42. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Guardian Care Homes Inc?

Guardian Care Homes Inc's occupancy is 40%.

How many beds does Guardian Care Homes Inc have?

Guardian Care Homes Inc has 5 beds.

What is the address of Guardian Care Homes Inc?

Guardian Care Homes Inc is located at 7221 1st Avenue South, Richfield, MN 55423.

What is the phone number of Guardian Care Homes Inc?

(952) 288-8164 will put you in contact with the team at Guardian Care Homes Inc.

What county is Guardian Care Homes Inc located in?

Guardian Care Homes Inc is in Hennepin County.

Is Guardian Care Homes Inc Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Guardian Care Homes Inc is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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