Open Arms Senior Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Duluth, MN

Open Arms Senior Living

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Duluth, MN

Overview of Open Arms Senior Living

Tucked away in beautiful Duluth, MN, Open Arms Senior Living is a trusted senior living community offering trusted assisted living and memory care services. Live in comfort and style with the beautifully designed and accommodating residences of Open Arms Senior Living. The community boasts a team of dedicated and well-trained professionals providing top-tier care and support for seniors to thrive and live their lives to the fullest.

With its commitment to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, the community carefully crafts care plans tailored to seniors’ special needs and aspirations. Meet people from diverse backgrounds and learn new things through enjoyable activities and engaging programs. There is always something to look forward to with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Open Arms Senior Living is a great place for seniors to enjoy their golden years wholly with its fabulous amenities and serene landscapes.

(218) 275-7280

Types of Care at Open Arms Senior Living

Assisted Living Memory Care
Bed community size
30-bed community Rank #337 / 532Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 337th out of 532 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 7 / 100 Rank #575 / 632Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 575th out of 632 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
77%
Rank #182 / 328Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 182nd 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.
Similar to the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
23 / 30
Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes 59 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountySt. Louis

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

24-Hour Assistance
Wellness And Exercise Programs
Nutritious Meals And Snacks
Beauty Shops And Services
Dementia And Alzheimer's Care Services
ActivitiesDaily activities are offered.

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionNutritious meals and snacks are provided.

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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 2023 · 3 years of data 11 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 2023 vs. Minnesota state average
Overall vs. MN average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (10% above)
• Deficiencies per year (12% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection November 8, 2023 Original Licensing

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. 1110 This facility has 10% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (11 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 10% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 3.73.3 This facility has 12% more deficiencies per year than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (3.7 vs. MN avg 3.3).↑ 12% worse

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 November 8, 2023, identified several deficiencies related to emergency planning, physical environment maintenance, fire safety, medication management, and documentation of resident care. Earlier inspections were not provided for comparison, so broader inspection patterns are not available. Inspectors cited issues mainly with facility upkeep, updating and documenting service and treatment plans, and proper medication administration procedures. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were listed in the available report. Without prior inspection data, it is unclear whether these findings represent a new or ongoing pattern.

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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

Family Satisfaction Rating
5 / 5

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

Ranked 1st (tied) of 123 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
75.9% Moderate

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

Minnesota average: 72.4%

Family Overall Satisfaction
87.9% High

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

Minnesota average: 83.7%

Food Quality Score
91.0% High

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

Community Activities Score
86.4% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring meaningful activities and engagement opportunities.

Safety & Privacy Score
95.2% High

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

Religion & Spirituality Score
96.2% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Care
85.4% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Cost
80.9% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping
86.4% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with cleanliness and housekeeping.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 7.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Duluth's city center to Open Arms Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

Open Arms Senior Living is located in Duluth, 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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MC

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Frequently Asked Questions about Open Arms Senior Living

What neighborhood is Open Arms Senior Living in?

Open Arms Senior Living is in the East Duluth neighborhood of Duluth.

Is Open Arms Senior Living in a walkable area?

Open Arms Senior Living has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Open Arms Senior Living?

Open Arms Senior Living's occupancy is 77%.

How many beds does Open Arms Senior Living have?

Open Arms Senior Living has 30 beds.

Are there photos of Open Arms Senior Living?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Open Arms Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Open Arms Senior Living?

(218) 275-7280 will put you in contact with the team at Open Arms Senior Living.

What county is Open Arms Senior Living located in?

Open Arms Senior Living is in St. Louis County.

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