Pelican Valley Senior Living

Assisted Living in Otter Tail County

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.
Pelican Valley Senior Living

Assisted Living in Otter Tail County

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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Pelican Valley Senior Living accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Pelican Valley Senior Living

Pelican Valley Senior Living is a not-for-profit senior care provider in Pelican Rapids, MN, that has three distinct homes that offer comprehensive care options, including assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and long-term care. As a Medicare-certified community with a five-star CMS rating, the community fosters a supportive and nurturing environment to ensure older adults are well-cared for. Weekly housekeeping, 24/7 care, and nutritious meals are also provided in all of its homes to help maintain residents’ living experiences. With its high standards of care, the community strives to meet residents’ unique needs, ensuring they can live comfortably during their stay.

Exercise classes, exciting outings, and arts and crafts are just some of the activities that residents can participate in to prevent isolation and loneliness. Activity spaces, serene outdoors, and patios overlooking the Pelican River also allow residents to rest and interact freely with their surroundings. In partnership with World Architects & Engineers, the community has also begun the modernization of its care centers and living spaces to further improve residents’ quality of life. This senior care provider has three distinct homes across Pelican Rapids, namely the Riverfront Manor, Riverfront on Main, and Pelican Valley Care Center, making it one of the best options for senior living in Minnesota.

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.
5/5 ▲ 1.8 Minnesota average: 3.2/5
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.
4/5 ▲ 1.2 Minnesota average: 2.8/5
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 ▲ 0.9 Minnesota average: 4.1/5
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 ▼ 0.1 Minnesota average: 3.1/5

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 13th 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.
5h 22m per day
Rank #13 / 59Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th 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 (4h 46m per day)
vs Minnesota avg
+12%
Staff typeHours / dayvs 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 40m per day

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.

Higher occupancy than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupancy rate 83.8% Rank #28 / 60Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th 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.
Avg. Length of Stay 215 days
Occupancy rate
83.8% Rank #28 / 60Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th 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.
Avg. Length of Stay
215 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

43% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 29 days

Private pay

55% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Medicaid

2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 18 years

Finances and operations

Governmental community
Operated by state authorities.
Home revenue
$8.3M
Surplus of revenue
$504.0K
Governmental community Operated by state authorities.
Home revenue
$8.3M Rank #53 / 59Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 53rd 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
$504.0K
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 #43 / 59Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 43rd 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.
$4.1M
48.6% of revenue Rank #5 / 59Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th 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.
$3.7M
Total costs $7.8M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 58 / 100 Rank #19 / 43Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 19th out of 43 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Accreditations5 out of 5 stars by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsRehab / Post-Acute Care, Dining

What does this home offer?

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Accept Medicaid: Yes

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: 2-story

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Dining Services

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Beauty Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

Types of Care at Pelican Valley Senior Living

Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Minnesota average 6


Last Health inspection on Jan 2025

Total health citations
9 Rank #9 / 59Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 59 homes in Minnesota.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Minnesota state average, with a ranking across all 59 MN SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Minnesota average 23.2

Citations per inspection
3 Rank #15 / 59Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th out of 59 homes in Minnesota.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Minnesota mean across 59 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.

Minnesota average 3.76


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 9 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info
0
100% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 0.7


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 0.5

0 critical citations More info Minnesota average: 0.7

0 serious citations More info Minnesota average: 0.5

9 moderate citations More info Minnesota average: 21.2

0 minor citations More info Minnesota average: 0.8
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Jan 08, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Jan 08, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Nov 08, 2023
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Nov 08, 2023
Corrected

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota

Pelican Valley Senior Living is located in Pelican Rapids, 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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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 81
Employees 71
Contractors 10
Staff to resident ratio 2.53:1
14% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average ratio: 2.22:1

Avg staff/day 23
Average shift 6.5 hours
13% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 7.5 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 13,537
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 7
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 41
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

6%

813 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Clinical Nurse Specialist: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1 Administrator: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant410417,07491100%7.1
Registered Nurse110112,34691100%7
Licensed Practical Nurse7071,77991100%7.8
Other Dietary Services Staff8087167582%4
Nurse Practitioner1014565864%7.9
Administrator0114525864%7.8
Mental Health Service Worker1013164853%6.6
Physical Therapy Assistant0331086571%1.4
Clinical Nurse Specialist022985560%1.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician011945560%1.7
Medication Aide/Technician2023855%6.3
Medical Director0112433%8
Occupational Therapy Aide011211011%2.1
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111633%5.3
41 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
7 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
8 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 82%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 64%
1 Administrator
% of Days 64%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 53%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 71%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 60%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 60%
2 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 5%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 11%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 32
Medicare
2
6.3% of residents
Medicaid
15
46.9% of residents
Private pay or other
15
46.9% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 10.5
6% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 11.1

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 27.0
19% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 22.6

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 17.6%
7% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 18.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 30.2%
27% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 23.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 33.2%
33% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 25.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.6%
30% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 3.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 0.0%
100% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 5.3%
95% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 2.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.1%
50% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 4.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.9%
55% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 4.4%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 8.3%
52% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 17.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 97.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 96.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 72.3%
19% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 88.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 1.9%

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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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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