Overview of The Waters of Oakdale

The Waters of Oakdale is more than just a residential community; it offers a range of exceptional living options tailored to individual needs. From their inviting assisted living facilities to their comfortable and well-appointed assisted living apartments, they provide a warm and supportive environment for seniors to thrive. The community is designed to foster a sense of belonging and independence, allowing residents to maintain their desired level of autonomy while receiving the personalized care they require.
In the residential setting, seniors can enjoy the privacy and comfort of their apartments, surrounded by a welcoming community of peers. The assisted living facilities go a step further by offering additional support and assistance with daily activities, ensuring that residents can navigate their days with ease and peace of mind. With a dedicated team of compassionate caregivers, it’s a place where seniors can embrace a fulfilling and enriching lifestyle, knowing that their well-being and comfort are the top priorities.

 

Bed community size
100-bed community Rank #119 / 532Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 119th out of 532 homes in Minnesota. 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 59 / 100 Rank #185 / 632Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 185th out of 632 homes in Minnesota. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Minnesota facilities. 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
51%
Rank #274 / 328Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 274th 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.
Lower than the Minnesota average: 79.7%
Occupied beds
51 / 100
Average occupied beds in Minnesota homes 59 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyWashington

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency Systems24-hour emergency response available.

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Does not accept Medicaid

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

In-Apartment Washer/Dryer
Pet Friendly
Chapel
Pub
Café
Nurse On-Site/On-Call 24/7
On-Site Ot/Pt Services
Chef-Created Dining
Transportation For Community Outings
Housekeeping & Laundry
Library
Art Studio
Activity Great Room
Garden Patio
Signature Dining Room
Therapy Gym
ActivitiesDaily activities including gardening, happy hour, and games.
Religious ServicesYes

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$3,250/Month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionChef-created dining with fresh ingredients made from scratch daily.
Meal ScheduleBreakfast 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM; Lunch 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM; Dinner 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM.

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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 5 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (50% below)
• Deficiencies per year (48% below)
Latest Inspection June 14, 2023 Follow Up

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. 510 This facility has 50% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (5 vs. MN avg 10).↓ 50% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 1.73.3 This facility has 48% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (1.7 vs. MN avg 3.3).↓ 48% better

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

  • June 14, 2023 follow-up survey found five deficiencies including missing emergency preparedness plan elements and incomplete employee fire safety training.
  • Deficiencies also included failure to submit a background study for one employee and lack of RN-developed training for unlicensed medication personnel.
  • The facility was found in substantial compliance with correction orders from the April 28, 2023 survey during the June 14 follow-up.

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Quality of Life Rating
5 / 5

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

Ranked 1st (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
84.9% High

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

Minnesota average: 72.4%

Family Overall Satisfaction
89.3% 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
89.1% High

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

Community Activities Score
91.9% High

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

Safety & Privacy Score
92.5% 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
88.8% High

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

Family Satisfaction - Cost
78.6% Moderate

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

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping
89.9% High

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

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Minnesota

The Waters of Oakdale is located in Oakdale, 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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Frequently Asked Questions about The Waters of Oakdale

What neighborhood is The Waters of Oakdale in?

The Waters of Oakdale is in the Oakdale neighborhood of Oakdale.

Is The Waters of Oakdale in a walkable area?

The Waters of Oakdale has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at The Waters of Oakdale?

The Waters of Oakdale's occupancy is 51%.

How many beds does The Waters of Oakdale have?

The Waters of Oakdale has 100 beds.

Are there photos of The Waters of Oakdale?

Yes — there are 23 photos of The Waters of Oakdale in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of The Waters of Oakdale?

(651) 739-1400 will put you in contact with the team at The Waters of Oakdale.

What county is The Waters of Oakdale located in?

The Waters of Oakdale is in Washington County.

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