Thorne Crest Retirement Center
Nursing Home & Assisted Living · Minnesota, MN
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Thorne Crest Retirement Center

Nursing Home & Assisted Living · Minnesota, MN
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Thorne Crest Retirement Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

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 39 deficiencies 8 inspections

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 3 Worse Metrics worse than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (290% above)
• Deficiencies per year (294% above)
• Total inspections (700% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Minnesota average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (51% below)
Latest Inspection October 17, 2025

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. 3910 This facility has 290% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota nursing home (39 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 290% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 133.3 This facility has 294% more deficiencies per year than a typical Minnesota nursing home (13 vs. MN avg 3.3).↑ 294% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.910 This facility has 51% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Minnesota nursing home (4.9 vs. MN avg 10).↓ 51% better

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

This FacilityMN Averagevs. MN Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 81 This facility has 700% more total inspections than a typical Minnesota nursing home (8 vs. MN avg 1).↑ 700% worse

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2022
Total health inspections 7

Minnesota average 6


Last Health inspection on Sep 2025

Total health citations
26 Rank #44 / 86Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 44th out of 86 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Minnesota State average, with a ranking across all 86 MN facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Minnesota average 23.2

Citations per inspection
3.71 Rank #39 / 86Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 39th out of 86 homes in Minnesota. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Minnesota mean across 86 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Minnesota average 3.76


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

17 of 26 citations resulted from standard inspections; 8 of 26 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 26 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical health citations
2
186% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 0.7


Serious health citations
0
100% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 0.5

2 critical citations Minnesota average: 0.7

0 serious citations Minnesota average: 0.5

24 moderate citations Minnesota average: 21.2

0 minor citations Minnesota average: 0.8
Citations history (last 4 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Sep 18, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Sep 18, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Sep 18, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Sep 18, 2025
Corrected

Lawsuit overview for Thorne Crest Retirement Center

Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.

Source: State court e-filing records

Total Cases Info Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure. 1
Lawsuits Info Total lawsuits on record, broken down by case type. Distinguishes lawsuits from other court filings such as probate documents. 0 No legal actions found

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 142
Employees 36
Contractors 106
Staff to resident ratio 3.55 : 1
62% more staff per resident than Minnesota average
Minnesota average ratio: 2.19 : 1 Minnesota average ratio: 2.19 : 1See full Minnesota ranking
Avg staff/day 25
Average shift 7.3 hours
0% compared with Minnesota average
Minnesota average: 7.5 hours Minnesota average shift: 7.5 hoursSee full Minnesota ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 16,846

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info 15 total: 3 full-time employees and 12 contractors. 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.2 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info 14 total: 7 full-time employees and 7 contractors. 14
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.9 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info 94 total: 18 full-time employees and 76 contractors. 94
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

41.8%

7,048 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 76 Registered Nurse: 12 Licensed Practical Nurse: 7 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 1 Medical Director: 1 Administrator: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant1876949,29592100%7.7
Licensed Practical Nurse77141,7469199%7.9
Registered Nurse312151,70992100%8.2
Other Dietary Services Staff3038198795%6.5
Dietitian1015576975%8.1
Nurse Practitioner1014966267%8
Administrator1124806065%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014685964%7.9
Speech Language Pathologist0114626267%7.5
Mental Health Service Worker1014165257%8
Physical Therapy Assistant0221745459%3.2
Respiratory Therapy Technician022943841%2.1
Occupational Therapy Aide01161910%6.8
Occupational Therapy Assistant011342426%1.4
Physical Therapy Aide011322123%1.5
Medical Director011333%1
Qualified Social Worker011144%0.2
94 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
14 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 99%
15 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 95%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 75%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 67%
2 Administrator
% of Days 65%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 64%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 67%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 57%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 59%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 41%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 10%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 26%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 23%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 4%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2024

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 (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $43K Rank #68 / 86Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 86 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Minnesota average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 86 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
In line with Minnesota average

Minnesota average: $44K

Number of fines 1
50% fewer fines than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 2.0

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 0.4

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $43K
Minnesota average $44K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Oct 15, 2024 · $43K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Oct 15, 2024
$43K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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. 14.8
33% worse 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. 29.8
32% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 22.6

Long-stay resident measures
Below average Minnesota avg: 2.6 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 20.6%
9% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 18.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 38.5%
62% 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 30.4%
21% 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 3.8%
In line with Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 3.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 8.9%
64% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 6.2%
126% 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%
48% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 4.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 4.8%
9% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 4.4%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 15.2%
12% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 17.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.7%
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 97.2%
In line with Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 96.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Minnesota avg: 3.1 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.7%
9% better 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%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 85.4%
In line with Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 82.6%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 12.7%
45% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 23.1%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 27.9%
99% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 14.0%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 4.2%
442% worse than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 56.4%
5% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 57.6%
14% better than Minnesota average

Minnesota average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

41% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

55% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 4 months

Medicaid

4% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 - 4 years

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 40
Medicare
3
7.5% of residents
Medicaid
21
52.5% of residents
Private pay or other
16
40% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

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

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.

Active Resident Council

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

Finances and operations

Based on the 2024 CMS SNF Cost Report.

Governmental community
Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Home revenue
$9.2M
Operating deficit
-$818.8K
Governmental community Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Home revenue
$9.2M Rank #59 / 85Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 59th out of 85 homes in Minnesota. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Minnesota average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating deficit
-$818.8K
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 #51 / 85Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 51st out of 85 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$5.8M
62.7% of revenue Rank #24 / 85Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th out of 85 homes in Minnesota. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Minnesota average. Well-run Minnesota facilities typically land around 61–68% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.2M
Total costs $10.0M

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.

Most new residents arrive under private pay (55% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 4 months.

Admissions
101 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 41%
Private pay 55%
Medicaid 4%
Discharges
102 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 32%
Private pay 61%
Medicaid 7%

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Thorne Crest Retirement Center

640 Sq Ft – Standard One Bedroom
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702 Sq Ft – Deluxe One Bedroom
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923 Sq Ft – Standard Two Bedroom
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1,009 Sq Ft – Deluxe Two Bedroom
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Nursing Home in Minnesota

Thorne Crest Retirement Center is located in Albert Lea, 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)

Compare Nursing Home around Minnesota

The information below is reported by the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division.

5 facilities compared · CMS & MN Dept. of Health data

Friendship Village of Bloomington
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).

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.

Bloomington (West Bloomington)
85
Facility 85
MN AVG 61
Rank #159 / 532
84.7%
Facility 84.7%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #112 / 328
+6%
4.76
Facility 4.76
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #34 / 85
+2%0%
$99.5k
Facility $99.5k
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #78 / 86
18
Facility 18
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #26 / 86
6.0
Facility 6.0
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #76 / 86
163-
16
Facility 16
MN AVG 43
Rank #525 / 632
Jennifer Bever
$33.8M
Facility $33.8M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #3 / 85
$16.5M
Facility $16.5M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #6 / 85
48.8%
Facility 48.8%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #63 / 85
245229
Jones-Harrison Senior Living
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).

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 (Calhoun Isles)
53
Facility 53
MN AVG 61
Rank #249 / 532
92.5%
Facility 92.5%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #59 / 328
+16%
5.11
Facility 5.11
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #24 / 85
+38%+7%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 86
35
Facility 35
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #61 / 86
4.4
Facility 4.4
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #54 / 86
-49-
56
Facility 56
MN AVG 43
Rank #212 / 632
Marcia Diracles
$18.9M
Facility $18.9M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #25 / 85
$12.4M
Facility $12.4M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #15 / 85
65.9%
Facility 65.9%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #14 / 85
245460
Walker Methodist – Westwood Ridge
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).

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.

West St Paul (West Saint Paul)
140
Facility 140
MN AVG 61
Rank #44 / 532
82.9%
Facility 82.9%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #131 / 328
+4%
6.74
Facility 6.74
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #4 / 85
-3%+41%
$15.6k
Facility $15.6k
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #58 / 86
30
Facility 30
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #53 / 86
5.0
Facility 5.0
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #63 / 86
1116-
63
Facility 63
MN AVG 43
Rank #145 / 632
Walker Methodist
$12.3M
Facility $12.3M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #44 / 85
$7.1M
Facility $7.1M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #42 / 85
57.6%
Facility 57.6%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #43 / 85
245618
Benedictine Living Community-Duluth
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).

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.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

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.

Duluth (Kenwood)
96
Facility 96
MN AVG 61
Rank #131 / 532
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #1 / 328
+25%
3.85
Facility 3.85
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #67 / 85
-27%-19%
$0
Facility $0
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #1 / 86
16
Facility 16
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #19 / 86
3.2
Facility 3.2
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #29 / 86
-89-
9
Facility 9
MN AVG 43
Rank #560 / 632
Tia Bowe
$32.6M
Facility $32.6M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #4 / 85
$11.3M
Facility $11.3M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #20 / 85
34.8%
Facility 34.8%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #83 / 85
245236
Thorne Crest Retirement Center
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).

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.

Albert Lea
105
Facility 105
MN AVG 61
Rank #112 / 532
44.8%
Facility 44.8%
MN AVG 79.7%
Rank #296 / 328
-44%
3.74
Facility 3.74
MN AVG 4.77
Rank #78 / 85
-25%-21%
$43.1k
Facility $43.1k
MN AVG $47.9k
Rank #68 / 86
26
Facility 26
MN AVG 23.2
Rank #44 / 86
3.7
Facility 3.7
MN AVG 3.8
Rank #39 / 86
245-
84
Facility 84
MN AVG 43
Rank #27 / 632
Jennifer Wood
$9.2M
Facility $9.2M
MN AVG $9.9M
Rank #59 / 85
$5.8M
Facility $5.8M
MN AVG $4.9M
Rank #51 / 85
62.7%
Facility 62.7%
MN AVG 50.7%
Rank #24 / 85
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Frequently Asked Questions about Thorne Crest Retirement Center

Is Thorne Crest Retirement Center in a walkable area?

Thorne Crest Retirement Center has a walk score of 84. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Thorne Crest Retirement Center?

Thorne Crest Retirement Center's occupancy is 45%.

Does Thorne Crest Retirement Center have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Thorne Crest Retirement Center on this page.

How many beds does Thorne Crest Retirement Center have?

Thorne Crest Retirement Center has 105 beds.

What is the address of Thorne Crest Retirement Center?

Thorne Crest Retirement Center is located at 1201 Garfield Avenue.

What is the phone number of Thorne Crest Retirement Center?

(507) 373-2311 will put you in contact with the team at Thorne Crest Retirement Center.

What county is Thorne Crest Retirement Center located in?

Thorne Crest Retirement Center is in Freeborn County.

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