Occupancy rate
75%
Lower than the Minnesota average: 79.7%Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Crosslake, MN
Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Crosslake, MN
Overview of Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living
Spend your golden years with the eminent senior living community of Whitefish at the Lakes situated in the quiet neighborhood of Ostlund Avenue, Crosslake, MN, providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features vibrant and welcoming residences, ensuring relaxation and security like no other. With top-tier care and assistance from a team of compassionate and highly skilled professionals, seniors let go of their worries and enjoy their freedom wholly.
Rekindle past interests and discover new hobbies with exciting activities and engaging programs, carefully curated to highlight seniors’ strengths and interests. Dedicated to enhancing seniors’ well-being, the community serves healthy and tasty meals that satisfy dietary needs and preferences. With its friendly community and fabulous amenities, Whitefish at the Lakes strives to provide a safe place for seniors to experience a glorious retirement.
112-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 41 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the Minnesota average: 79.7%Occupied beds
84 / 112
Average residents per home in Minnesota
59 per day
Awards2024 Bronze National Quality Award from the AHCA/NCAL
Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyCrow Wing
Rehabilitation Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Fitness Center
Salon
Outdoor Patio
Emergency Response Systems
Housekeeping Services
Wellness Programs
Specific ProgramsIndependent Senior Living, Visiting Physicians, Dementia Certifications, Enhanced Care Services
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
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 2025 · 1 year of data
14 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
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Minnesota average:
• Total deficiencies (40% above)
• Deficiencies per year (40% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (40% above)
• Deficiencies per year (40% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
March 12, 2025
Routine
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MN Average | vs. MN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 14 | 10 | This facility has 40% more total deficiencies than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (14 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 40% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2025.
| 14 | 10 | This facility has 40% more deficiencies per year than a typical Minnesota assisted living residence (14 vs. MN avg 10).↑ 40% 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 March 12, 2025, identified multiple deficiencies related to infection control, medication management, fire safety, and physical environment maintenance. Earlier inspections were not provided for comparison, so broader patterns cannot be determined from the available data. Inspectors cited issues such as unauthorized use of facility space, incomplete service plans, and lack of individualized activity plans for residents with dementia. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions, including fines or license suspensions, were listed in the available reports. Without prior inspection data, it is unclear whether these findings represent a new or ongoing pattern.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsLawsuit overview for Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living
Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.
Source: State court e-filing records
Total Cases
Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure.
3
Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure.
3
Lawsuits
Total lawsuits on record, broken down by case type. Distinguishes lawsuits from other court filings such as probate documents.
0
No legal actions found
Total lawsuits on record, broken down by case type. Distinguishes lawsuits from other court filings such as probate documents.
0
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3.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Crosslake's city center to Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Minnesota
Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living is located in Crosslake, Minnesota.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living
Is Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living in a walkable area?
Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the occupancy rate at Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living?
Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living's occupancy is 75%.
How many beds does Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living have?
Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living has 112 beds.
Are there photos of Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living?
Yes — there are 6 photos of Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the phone number of Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living?
(218) 210-0770 will put you in contact with the team at Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living.
What county is Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living located in?
Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living is in Crow Wing County.
Is Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.
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