Minnehaha Senior Living

Memory Care in Minneapolis

Overview of Minnehaha Senior Living

Minnehaha Senior Living, located in Minneapolis, MN, is a memory care community dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for residents living with memory challenges such as dementia. As a specialized memory care community, Minnehaha is committed to seamlessly balance quality care and comfort, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere that fosters a strong sense of belonging.
Minnehaha ensures that residents in memory care receive personalized attention and care. Beyond the specialized memory care features, the community provides general amenities such as social spaces, and gardens, enhancing the overall living experience. Essential services like housekeeping, transportation, and scheduled activities contribute to a worry-free, and engaging environment, enabling residents to build an active social life and cherish meaningful moments within a supportive senior living community.

(612) 238-0010

Managed by Clayton Dahly

Executive Director

Clayton Dahly serves as the Executive Director at Minnehaha Senior Living, leading the community with dedication and care. He oversees daily operations and ensures a warm, welcoming environment for all residents and their families.

Bed community size
84-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
14 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 73 / 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
94%
Higher than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
79 / 84
Average residents 59 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyHennepin

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactKatie Keogh, Executive Director

Types of Care at Minnehaha Senior Living

Assisted Living Memory Care

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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

Quality of Life Rating
1 / 5

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

Ranked 132nd (tied) of 136 homes in Minnesota

Family Satisfaction Rating
1 / 5

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

Ranked 118th (tied) of 123 homes in Minnesota

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
5 / 5

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

Ranked 1st (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
54.9% Low

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

Minnesota average: 72.4%

Family Overall Satisfaction
65.3% Moderate

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

Minnesota average: 83.7%

Food Quality Score
61.7% Moderate

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

Safety & Privacy Score
81.9% High

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

Religion & Spirituality Score
75.6% Moderate

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

Family Satisfaction - Care
68.7% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with overall care experience.

Family Satisfaction - Cost
66.6% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with value and cost of care.

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping
68.5% 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.

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 March 18, 2025
Annual Inspection

3 deficiencies

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

Minnesota average: 10 deficiencies

3.0 deficiencies per inspection

Inspection Report Summary for Minnehaha Senior Living

The most recent inspection on March 18, 2025, found the facility in substantial compliance but noted several deficiencies related to resident assessments, service plan signatures, and medication prescriptions. Earlier inspections showed a similar pattern of issues with documentation and resident care processes. Inspectors cited failures in conducting timely comprehensive assessments, obtaining proper signatures on service plans, and maintaining current medication orders. There were no complaint investigations or enforcement actions listed in the available reports. The record suggests ongoing challenges with documentation requirements, with no clear indication of improvement or worsening over time.

Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Minnesota

Minnehaha Senior Living is located in Minneapolis, 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)

Places of interest near Minnehaha Senior Living

Address 4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Minneapolis's city center to Minnehaha Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.71 miles to nearest hospital (Abbott Northwestern's Joint Replacement Center)

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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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