Valley Senior Living on 42nd
Nursing Home & Memory Care · Grand Forks, ND
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Valley Senior Living on 42nd

Nursing Home & Memory Care · Grand Forks, ND
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Valley Senior Living on 42nd accepts Medicare and private pay.

Overview of Valley Senior Living on 42nd

Situated in Grand Forks, North Dakota, Valley Senior Living on 42nd is a retirement community that offers a perfect balance of independence and care. Ideal for couples, siblings, and friends, this community provides multiple services tailored to individual needs, allowing loved ones to stay close to each other while receiving personalized attention.

Discover the freedom of apartment living and the convenience of being near healthcare specialists at Valley Senior Living on 42nd. Immerse yourself in a friendly and social atmosphere, fostering new friendships and connections with neighbors. Embrace a vibrant retirement lifestyle in the heart of Grand Forks at Valley Senior Living on 42nd.

(701) 787-7621

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 28.6% Above ND avg. ▲ 28.6% Above ND avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 6.4% Above ND avg. ▲ 6.4% Above ND avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 15.4% Above ND avg. ▲ 15.4% Above ND avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 11.3% Above ND avg. ▲ 11.3% Above ND avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to North Dakota state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 10th out of 25 homes in North Dakota. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
5h 21m per day
Rank #10 / 25Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 25 homes in North Dakota. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the North Dakota average, with a ranking across 25 North Dakota SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility North Dakota avg (5h 10m per day)
vs North Dakota avg
+4%

5 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Total Nursing (Weekend) is +7% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 36m per day ▼ 35% State avg: 55m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 27m per day ▼ 10% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 30m per day ▼ 17% State avg: 3h 0m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 4h 2m per day ▲ 7% State avg: 3h 46m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 1m per day ▼ 50% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 21m per day ▼ 40% State avg: 35m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Types of Care at Valley Senior Living on 42nd

Memory Care Nursing Home

Capacity and availability

This home is often near full

Occupancy higher than 95% suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.

Higher occupancy than the North Dakota average: 87.8%
Occupancy rate 95% Rank #12 / 23Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th out of 23 homes in North Dakota. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the North Dakota average, with its Statewide rank out of 23. 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.
Avg. Length of Stay 210 days
Occupancy rate
95% Rank #12 / 23Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th out of 23 homes in North Dakota. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the North Dakota average, with its Statewide rank out of 23. 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.
Avg. Length of Stay
210 days
Walk Score
Walk Score: 16 / 100 Rank #23 / 26Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 23rd out of 26 homes in North Dakota. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across North Dakota SNFs. 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Additional Services

2 services
Basic Care
Transitional Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Myra Café
Full-Service Hair Salon
Auditorium
Religious Services
Library
Group Activities
Concerts
Game Room
Exercise Room
Outdoor Living Areas
Social Areas
Specific ProgramsIndependent Apartments
Religious ServicesYes

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Staffing Data

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

Total staff 405
Employees 387
Contractors 18
Staff to resident ratio 2.23:1
13% better than North Dakota average
North Dakota average ratio: 1.97:1 North Dakota average ratio: 1.97:1See full North Dakota ranking
Avg staff/day 153
Average shift 7.3 hours
8% worse than North Dakota average
North Dakota average: 7.9 hours North Dakota average shift: 7.9 hoursSee full North Dakota ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 102,388

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.

Total count 42
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 29
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 244
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

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

2.4%

2,443 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 5 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4 Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 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 Assistant244024457,46492100%6.8
Registered Nurse4204215,26092100%9.2
Licensed Practical Nurse290299,24092100%7.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist180187,4676571%7.7
Other Dietary Services Staff150153,47192100%7.6
Mental Health Service Worker6062,5176470%7.7
Occupational Therapy Aide3031,3646470%8.2
Nurse Aide in Training210219765661%7.3
Physical Therapy Assistant0559587278%7.6
Dietitian2026486065%7.2
RN Director of Nursing2025066267%7.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician0444946470%6.7
Administrator1014645863%8
Speech Language Pathologist0444396368%6.5
Nurse Practitioner1014045257%7.8
Physical Therapy Aide0221904246%4.3
Qualified Social Worker0111783841%4.7
Medication Aide/Technician3031652123%7.9
Medical Director0111046166%1.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant01180910%8.8
244 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
42 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
29 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
18 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 71%
15 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
6 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 70%
3 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 70%
21 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 61%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 78%
2 Dietitian
% of Days 65%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 67%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 70%
1 Administrator
% of Days 63%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 57%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 46%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 41%
3 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 23%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 66%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 10%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2024-2025

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 $27K Rank #18 / 25Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 18th out of 25 homes in North Dakota. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the North Dakota average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 25 skilled nursing 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.
30% lower than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: $39K

Number of fines 2
30% more fines than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 1.5

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 North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 0.0

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $27K
North Dakota average $39K
Penalty History

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

2 penalties in the past 3 years

Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jun 19, 2025
$14K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. May 16, 2024
$13K

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. 12.8
12% worse than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 11.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 25.8
17% worse than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 22.0

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average North Dakota avg: 3.0 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 22.8%
12% worse than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 20.4%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 25.3%
23% worse than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 20.6%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 29.4%
18% worse than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 25.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 7.9%
59% worse than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 5.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.3%
5% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 5.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.2%
5% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 3.4%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.7%
53% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 5.7%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.6%
63% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 4.4%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 15.9%
26% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 21.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 98.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 98.8%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.86
42% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 1.48

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.51
73% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 1.90

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
6% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 94.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.7%
20% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 2.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
13% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 88.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

45% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

55% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 11 - 12 months

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 182
Medicare
19
10.4% of residents
Medicaid
120
65.9% of residents
Private pay or other
43
23.6% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

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

Active Resident Council

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

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$36.1M
Surplus of revenue
$2.0M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$36.1M Rank #2 / 22Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 22 homes in North Dakota. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the North Dakota SNF 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.
Surplus of revenue
$2.0M
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 #3 / 22Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd out of 22 homes in North Dakota. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the North Dakota 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.
$20.7M
57.5% of revenue Rank #15 / 22Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th out of 22 homes in North Dakota. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the North Dakota average. Well-run North Dakota SNFs typically land around 67–77% — 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.
$13.3M
Total costs $34.1M

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

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.

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Address 4.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Grand Forks's city center to Valley Senior Living on 42nd's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.06 miles to nearest hospital (ChiroRx Chiropractic and Wellness)

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in North Dakota

Valley Senior Living on 42nd is located in Grand Forks, North Dakota.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in North Dakota.

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

ND Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General North Dakota 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
ND

Higher asset limit; sparse population aids rural access.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Service Payments for Elderly and Disabled (SPED)

ND SPED

Age 65+ or disabled
General North Dakota resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $50,000 individual, higher limit
ND

Higher asset limit; rural focus.

Benefits
In-home care (2-4 hours/week) Respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Basic Care Assistance Program (BCAP)

North Dakota Basic Care Assistance Program

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General ND resident, in licensed basic care facility, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (individual, after facility costs); varies by facility rate.
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
ND

Supplements SSI; covers ~50 facilities statewide.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,000-$1,500/month) for room/board/care in basic care facilities

Family Home Care Program

North Dakota Family Home Care Program

Age 60+
General ND resident, need help with 1+ ADL, family caregiver available.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
ND

Caregiver must be family; payment varies by hours/service.

Benefits
Family caregiver payment (~$10-$15/hour, up to 20 hours/week) Respite support

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

North Dakota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General ND 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).
ND

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

North Dakota Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; ND resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
ND

8 regions; rural/low-income priority.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($50/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

North Dakota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General ND 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
ND

High veteran demand in rural areas; ND Veterans Home option.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Property Tax Homestead Credit for Seniors

North Dakota Homestead Property Tax Credit

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General ND resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$22,500/year (individual), ~$29,500/year (couple).
Asset Limits Home value < $500,000; other assets not assessed.
ND

Credit up to $500-$1,000; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Tax reduction (~$500-$1,000/year) on property taxes

Medicaid Personal Care Option (PCO)

North Dakota Medicaid Personal Care Option

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General ND resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 1+ ADL.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL, individual); QIT optional for excess income.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $713,000, car).
ND

Self-directed option (hire family); part of Medicaid State Plan, not a waiver.

Benefits
Personal care (5-20 hours/week) Homemaker services Respite (~5 days/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Valley Senior Living on 42nd

Is Valley Senior Living on 42nd in a walkable area?

Valley Senior Living on 42nd has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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What is the phone number of Valley Senior Living on 42nd?

(701) 787-7621 will put you in contact with the team at Valley Senior Living on 42nd.

Is Valley Senior Living on 42nd Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Valley Senior Living on 42nd is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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