The Pillars of Prospect Park
The Pillars of Prospect Park operates as a large-scale community with a capacity of 283 beds. Located in the Prospect Park district of Minneapolis, the site sits approximately 3 miles from the urban center. The area boasts a Walk Score of 77, which indicates that residents can meet most daily needs without relying on a car. The architecture consists of a mid-rise structure containing a mix of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residential units. Current utilization stands at 73 percent, with a total of 206 of the 283 available units occupied.
The operational model integrates independent living, assisted living, and memory care services within a single facility. State designation confirms that the dementia care program functions as a licensed and regulated component rather than merely informal programming. This architecture allows residents to transition between distinct levels of care without the necessity of relocation, a feature that provides structural benefits for families engaged in long-term strategic planning.
Confirmed amenities include beauty services, housekeeping, social and recreational programming, and dedicated exercise facilities. The community maintains a pet-friendly policy. Further offerings encompass restaurant-style dining, outdoor gardens, a private movie theater, and organized transportation services.
For families navigating the Minneapolis senior living landscape, The Pillars of Prospect Park presents as a large-format institution offering multiple levels of care within a highly walkable urban context. The presence of licensed memory care and a lifestyle-oriented amenity profile defines the facility. It remains a community actively building toward full occupancy, possessing established infrastructure that spans the entire continuum of care levels.
About this community
Occupancy
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.
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 2023 vs. Minnesota state average• Total deficiencies (60% above)
• Deficiencies per year (61% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 16 | 10 | This facility has 60% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (16 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 60% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 5.3 | 3.3 | This facility has 61% more deficiencies per year than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (5.3 vs. MN avg 3.3).↑ 61% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- July 13, 2023 inspection found 16 deficiencies including infection control failures, incomplete tuberculosis testing, unsecured medication storage, and missing fire safety training for employees.
- Deficiencies included failure to obtain accurate licensure for student housing innovation variance and incomplete background studies for 11 student residents.
- Medication management, resident reassessments, and documentation of services were repeatedly incomplete or missing, showing widespread care and safety lapses.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Beauty Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
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3.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Minneapolis's city center to The Pillars of Prospect Park's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.37 miles to nearest hospital (M Health Fairview Masonic Children's Hospital)
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota
The Pillars of Prospect Park is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Minnesota.
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The information below is reported by the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division.
| The Pillars of Prospect Park |
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.
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. | Minneapolis (Prospect Park) | 283
Facility
283
MN AVG
61
Rank
#4 / 532 | Yes |
77
Facility
77
MN AVG
43
Rank
#63 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
72.8%
Facility
72.8%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#207 / 302 | - | 4 | 84.4%
Facility
84.4%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#53 / 149 | 1 | 16
Facility
16
MN AVG
10
Rank
#220 / 276 | 16.0
Facility
16.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#230 / 276 | |
| New Perspective Arden Hills |
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.
NH 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).
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.
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. | Arden Hills | 160
Facility
160
MN AVG
61
Rank
#29 / 532 | Yes |
33
Facility
33
MN AVG
43
Rank
#388 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MN AVG
18
Rank
#50 / 137 |
61.3%
Facility
61.3%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#234 / 302 | A+ | 2 | 63.7%
Facility
63.7%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#141 / 149 | 1 | 10
Facility
10
MN AVG
10
Rank
#141 / 276 | 10.0
Facility
10.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#154 / 276 | |
| Walker Methodist Walker Place |
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.
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.
NH 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).
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.
NH 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). | Minneapolis (Southwest Minneapolis) | 120
Facility
120
MN AVG
61
Rank
#72 / 532 | No |
74
Facility
74
MN AVG
43
Rank
#86 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 20
Facility
20
MN AVG
18
Rank
#41 / 137 |
96.7%
Facility
96.7%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#37 / 302 | A+ | 3 | 91.3%
Facility
91.3%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#14 / 149 | 1 | 9
Facility
9
MN AVG
10
Rank
#124 / 276 | 9.0
Facility
9.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#139 / 276 | |
| Abiitan Mill City |
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.
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. | Minneapolis (Central Minneapolis) | 110
Facility
110
MN AVG
61
Rank
#99 / 532 | No |
92
Facility
92
MN AVG
43
Rank
#6 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11
Facility
11
MN AVG
18
Rank
#90 / 137 |
89.1%
Facility
89.1%
MN AVG
76.6%
Rank
#79 / 302 | - | 4 | 73.3%
Facility
73.3%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#115 / 149 | 1 | 8
Facility
8
MN AVG
10
Rank
#102 / 276 | 8.0
Facility
8.0
MN AVG
10.0
Rank
#117 / 276 | |
| York Gardens 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. | Edina (Parklawn Avenue) | 94
Facility
94
MN AVG
61
Rank
#136 / 532 | Yes |
74
Facility
74
MN AVG
43
Rank
#86 / 632 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 16
Facility
16
MN AVG
18
Rank
#71 / 137 | - | - | 4 | 79.2%
Facility
79.2%
MN AVG
80.3
Rank
#87 / 149 | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about The Pillars of Prospect Park
What neighborhood is The Pillars of Prospect Park in?
The Pillars of Prospect Park is in the Prospect Park neighborhood of Minneapolis.
Is The Pillars of Prospect Park in a walkable area?
The Pillars of Prospect Park has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the occupancy rate at The Pillars of Prospect Park?
The Pillars of Prospect Park's occupancy is 73%.
How many beds does The Pillars of Prospect Park have?
The Pillars of Prospect Park has 283 beds.
Are there photos of The Pillars of Prospect Park?
Yes — there are 7 photos of The Pillars of Prospect Park in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the phone number of The Pillars of Prospect Park?
(612) 623-7000 will put you in contact with the team at The Pillars of Prospect Park.
What county is The Pillars of Prospect Park located in?
The Pillars of Prospect Park is in Hennepin County.
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