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Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Minnetonka, MN
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Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Minnetonka, MN
10955 Wayzata Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55305 View map
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Overview of Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living

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Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Minnetonka, MN. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With all three care levels available in one community, Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time because moving to a different level of care does not require leaving the community.

The community has 175 beds, bringing more residents, staff, and usually more programming. A Walk Score of 31 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Respite care is also available for a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Residents can use the fitness center, library, beauty salon, fire pit, and putting green for exercise, reading, personal grooming, and outdoor recreation. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet after moving to the community.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 175 Rank #12 / 482Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 12th out of 482 assisted living communities we track in Minnesota for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Minnesota facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #352 / 527Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 352nd out of 527 assisted living communities we track in Minnesota for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Minnesota facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
31 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand. Rank #49 / 254Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 49th out of 254 assisted living communities we track in Minnesota for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Minnesota average, with its Statewide rank out of 254. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Minnesota that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
93.1% This home usually has limited availability

Based on 163 residents and 175 beds. Source: state inspection report (Oct 2025)

Higher than the Minnesota average: 76.7%

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyHennepin

Additional Services

1 service
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Library
Beauty Salon

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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 These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 8 deficiencies 2 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (60% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (66% below)

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. 820.0 This facility has 60% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (8 vs. MN avg 20).↓ 60% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.011.8 This facility has 66% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (4 vs. MN avg 11.8).↓ 66% better
Correction orders from complaint investigations Info Correction orders issued in complaint investigations. Not included in Total deficiencies or Deficiencies per inspection, which count licensing surveys only. 1— —

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMN Averagevs. MN Avg
Total inspections Info Licensing surveys conducted by the Minnesota Department of Health. Complaint investigations are listed separately below and are not included in this count. 22.0 This facility has total inspections in line with the Minnesota average (2 vs. MN avg 2).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info Investigations the Minnesota Department of Health opened after a complaint or a report of maltreatment. Each one ends with a finding, shown below. 30.5 This facility has had 500% more complaint investigations than the Minnesota average (3 vs. MN avg 0.5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 500% more
Substantiated Info The investigation found that the allegation happened (maltreatment or the reported failure was confirmed). 1— —
Inconclusive Info There was not enough evidence to decide whether the allegation happened. 2— —
Not substantiated Info The investigation found that the allegation did not happen. 0— —
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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
3 / 5

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

Ranked 52nd (tied) of 123 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
73.1% 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
86.4% 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
90.3% High

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

Community Activities Score
85.3% High

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

Safety & Privacy Score
95.3% High

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

Religion & Spirituality Score
94.1% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Care
79.7% Moderate

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

Family Satisfaction - Cost
74.7% Moderate

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

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping
84.2% High

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

Managed by Tom Frette

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Address 3.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Minnetonka's city center to Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.55 miles to nearest hospital (North Memorial Health - Robbinsdale Hospital)

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Compare Assisted Living around Minnetonka

Info below is compiled from the MN Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Minnesota interviews residents directly — covering food, activities, staff, privacy, and sense of choice — including those with memory loss. The facility's score is compared to similarly sized facilities statewide and converted to a 1–5 star rating. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
Minnesota surveys the primary family contact for each resident, asking about meals, staff responsiveness, safety, and likelihood to recommend. Scores are compared to peer facilities and converted to a 1–5 star rating. "–" = too few responses to score; "X" = facility refused to participate. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
The percentage of residents who reported satisfaction with food variety and mealtimes in Minnesota's statewide quality-of-life survey. Food tends to score lower than other domains statewide, so scores above 85% reflect strong performance relative to peers. <em>Source: MN DHS Assisted Living Report Card</em>
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
New Perspective Carlson Parkway
AL
IL
MC
Minnetonka
115
Facility 115
MN AVG 61
Rank #78 / 482
Yes
32
Facility 32
MN AVG 45
Rank #344 / 527
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
MN AVG 16
Rank #36 / 121
88.7%
Facility 88.7%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #80 / 254
A+
80.4%
Facility 80.4%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #72 / 143
2
18
Facility 18
MN AVG 10
Rank #117 / 248
9.0
Facility 9.0
MN AVG 5.0
Rank #105 / 248
The Glenn Minnetonka
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Minnetonka (Glen Lake)
178
Facility 178
MN AVG 61
Rank #11 / 482
No
49
Facility 49
MN AVG 45
Rank #224 / 527
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
94.4%
Facility 94.4%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #40 / 254
-
90.9%
Facility 90.9%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #19 / 143
2
12
Facility 12
MN AVG 10
Rank #62 / 248
6.0
Facility 6.0
MN AVG 5.0
Rank #37 / 248
Legacy Care Home
AL
MC
RC
Minnetonka
6
Facility 6
MN AVG 61
Rank #358 / 482
No
20
Facility 20
MN AVG 45
Rank #424 / 527
Private Rooms-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #1 / 254
-
81.7%
Facility 81.7%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #65 / 143
2
33
Facility 33
MN AVG 10
Rank #218 / 248
16.5
Facility 16.5
MN AVG 5.0
Rank #209 / 248
Beacon Hill
AL
IL
Minnetonka (Glen Lake)
50
Facility 50
MN AVG 61
Rank #234 / 482
No
49
Facility 49
MN AVG 45
Rank #224 / 527
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
82.0%
Facility 82.0%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #115 / 254
-
89.4%
Facility 89.4%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #27 / 143
2
12
Facility 12
MN AVG 10
Rank #62 / 248
6.0
Facility 6.0
MN AVG 5.0
Rank #37 / 248
Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Minnetonka
175
Facility 175
MN AVG 61
Rank #12 / 482
Yes
31
Facility 31
MN AVG 45
Rank #352 / 527
--
93.1%
Facility 93.1%
MN AVG 76.7%
Rank #49 / 254
-
90.3%
Facility 90.3%
MN AVG 80.1
Rank #22 / 143
2
8
Facility 8
MN AVG 10
Rank #30 / 248
4.0
Facility 4.0
MN AVG 5.0
Rank #10 / 248

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MN assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial assistance

Programs that may help with care and living costs in Minnesota

Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living is in Minnetonka, Minnesota. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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Cash support · veterans

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

VA Pension Aid and Attendance and Housebound Benefits (Federal)

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
No single monthly income cutoff. VA compares countable annual income, after permitted deductions, with the applicable Maximum Annual Pension Rate for the household and benefit category.
Asset limit
Net-worth limit is $163,699 from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026. Net worth includes countable assets plus annual income; exclusions and transfer rules apply.

Eligibility

General
Veterans or eligible survivors who qualify for VA Pension or Survivors Pension and meet the additional Aid and Attendance or Housebound criteria. Service, discharge, family status and pension eligibility rules also apply.
MN specifics
A federal VA pension benefit; Aid and Attendance and Housebound enhancements cannot be received together.

What it provides

  • A higher pension ceiling for eligible Aid and Attendance or Housebound recipients. Actual pension equals the applicable annual maximum minus countable income; the two enhancements cannot be paid together.
Housing and residential support

Housing Support (formerly Group Residential Housing)

Minnesota Housing Support (formerly Group Residential Housing)

Eligibility

General
Low-income adults age 65 or older, or younger adults with qualifying conditions limiting self-sufficiency, who meet the program’s SSI/General Assistance-related eligibility and financial rules.

What it provides

  • Payments to a participating housing provider for room and board and necessities; some qualifying settings can receive supplemental supportive-service funding.
In-home & community support

Elderly Waiver

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Eligibility

General
Age 65 or older, eligible for Medical Assistance, nursing-home level of care established by MnCHOICES, and services cost less than nursing-facility care.
MN specifics
County, tribal or managed-care assessment determines the individual plan; eligibility does not entitle everyone to all listed services.

What it provides

  • Authorized adult day/companion services; case management; homemaker; meals; respite; accessibility changes; personal care/CFSS and other Elderly Waiver supports.
In-home & community support

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Minnesota ECS

Income limit
Must meet Alternative Care financial eligibility criteria.
Asset limit
Alternative Care financial criteria evaluate income and assets together.

Eligibility

General
Age 65 or older, not eligible for Medical Assistance, assessed as needing community supports but not nursing-facility level of care, and meeting the other statutory criteria.
MN specifics
Community assessment must identify an approved support needed to maintain community residence. Reassessment is required at least annually.

What it provides

  • Approved community supports up to $400 per person per month; separate service coordination up to $600 per 12-month authorization period. Categories include adult day services; caregiver support; homemaker or chore help; emergency-response systems; meals and community living assistance.
In-home & community support

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Income limit
Income and assets must be insufficient to pay for more than 135 days of nursing-facility care.

Eligibility

General
Age 65 or older, nursing-facility level of care on MnCHOICES, not enough income/assets to fund more than 135 days of nursing-facility care, and no other means of paying for needed services.
MN specifics
Needed AC services must cost less than 75% of the comparable Medical Assistance cost; AC is for people not yet eligible for Medical Assistance.

What it provides

  • Approved home/community supports similar to many Elderly Waiver services; subject to Alternative Care cost rules.
In-home support

Community First Services and Supports (CFSS)

Minnesota Community First Services and Supports (CFSS)

Eligibility

General
People assessed as eligible who live in the community, can direct care or have someone do so, and have qualifying MA, waiver, Alternative Care or certain MinnesotaCare coverage. Family Support Grant users are excluded.

What it provides

  • Authorized support workers; eligible goods and services; emergency response systems and worker training under agency or budget options.
Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing

Eligibility

General
Medicare beneficiaries meeting the applicable state Medicare Savings Program eligibility rules.
MN specifics
Applications are administered by the state Medicaid program.

What it provides

  • Assistance with Medicare premiums and; for qualified QMB beneficiaries; Medicare-covered deductibles and coinsurance. The qualifying category determines which costs are paid.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Is Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living in a walkable area?
Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living has a walk score of 31. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
02 What is the occupancy rate at Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living?
Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living's occupancy is 93.1%.
03 Are pets allowed at Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living?
Yes, Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.
04 How many beds does Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living have?
Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living has 175 beds.
05 Has Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living had any deficiencies?
Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living has had 8 reported deficiencies according to records from Minnesota Dept. of Human Services (DHS).
06 Are there photos of Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living?
Yes — there are 10 photos of Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.
07 What levels of care does Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living provide?
Orchards of Minnetonka Senior Living offers Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care.
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