Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living

Q: What neighborhood is Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living in?

Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living is in the Duluth Heights neighborhood of Duluth.

Q: Is Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living in a walkable area?

Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living has a walk score of 23. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living?

Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living's occupancy is 89%.

Q: How many beds does Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living have?

Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living has 90 beds.

Q: What is the phone number of Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living?

(218) 724-4900 will put you in contact with the team at Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living.

Q: What county is Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living located in?

Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living is in St. Louis County.

Q: Is Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living

Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living offers an unmatched level of quality service that is all focused on promoting and improving individual wellness. The independent living and assisted senior living environment offers a stimulating atmosphere that helps residents maintain a level of independence while receiving additional support. Duluth Heights is where residents can be better versions of themselves– leading to a purposeful life experienced during their golden years.

There is a list of comprehensive amenities and services that help make the lives of its residents hassle-free such as including 24-hour licensed supervision, medication services, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, and a full-service salon available. Respite stays are allowed.

(218) 724-4900

90-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 23 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

89%

Higher than the Minnesota average: 79.7%

Occupied beds

80 / 90

Average residents per home in Minnesota 59 per day

Facility TypeAssisted Living

StatusApproved

CountySt. Louis

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Two-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living

Independent Living Assisted Living Respite Care

Ratings

Staffing Rating

2 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring staffing levels, including hours of care provided per resident per day.

Quality of Life Rating

3 / 5

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

Ranked 54th (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

Resident Health Rating

4 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring health outcomes and care quality for residents.

Ranked 65th (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Safety Rating

4 / 5

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

Ranked 16th (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction

68.4% 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

89.2% 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

78.4% Moderate

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

Community Activities Score

83.7% High

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

Safety & Privacy Score

96.8% High

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

Religion & Spirituality Score

84.2% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Care

85.1% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Cost

81.2% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping

90.9% High

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

Since 2025 · 1 year of data 12 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard 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

Latest Inspection April 17, 2025 Routine

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Metric	This Facility	MN Average	vs. MN Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	12	10	This facility has 20% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (12 vs. MN avg 10). Click this badge to view the full Minnesota ranking.↑ 20% worse
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2025.	12	10	This facility has 20% more deficiencies per year than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (12 vs. MN avg 10). Click this badge to view the full Minnesota ranking.↑ 20% worse

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

The most recent inspection on April 17, 2025, found several deficiencies related to facility operations and resident care. Earlier inspections were not provided for comparison, so broader patterns are unclear. Inspectors cited issues with third-party vendor oversight, food code compliance, missing required postings, incomplete employee training and records, and gaps in service plans and treatment documentation. There were no complaint investigations or enforcement actions listed in the available reports. Without previous data, it is not possible to determine a clear trend in compliance over time.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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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

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

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.

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).

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).

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

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).

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

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)

3.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Duluth's city center to Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.58 miles to nearest hospital (Arrowpointe Medical Center)

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Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living	SC Senior Communitie AL 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. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. 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. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Duluth (Duluth Heights)	90	Yes	23	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	88.9%		5	78.4%	1	12
Open Arms Senior Living	AL 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. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Duluth (East Duluth)	30	No	7	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	76.7%		5	91%	1	11

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What neighborhood is Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living in?

Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living is in the Duluth Heights neighborhood of Duluth.

Is Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living in a walkable area?

Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living has a walk score of 23. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living?

Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living's occupancy is 89%.

How many beds does Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living have?

Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living has 90 beds.

What is the phone number of Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living?

(218) 724-4900 will put you in contact with the team at Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living.

What county is Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living located in?

Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living is in St. Louis County.

Is Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Duluth Heights Lodge Senior Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.