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Assisted Living in St. Paul

Family Choice Assisted Living

Assisted Living in St. Paul

Family Choice Assisted Living

272 Arlington Ave W, St Paul, MN 55117 View map
Overview of Family Choice Assisted Living

Focusing on the comfort and satisfaction of seniors, Family Choice Assisted Living located in Arlington Avenue, St. Paul, MN is a premier senior living community that provides a variety of care services. These include Medication Management, 24-hour Care, ADT Security, Meal Preparation, Private Rooms, Nurses, Housekeeping, and Activities of Daily Living. The community features five bedrooms and two bathrooms, all inclusive of Wi-Fi and cable.

With over a decade of experience in senior care, Family Choice Assisted Living focuses on delivering the needs of its residents. Promoting a healthy relationship among its residents, the community conducts recreational activities for seniors to engage and enjoy their environment. Family Choice Assisted Living serves hearty and nutritious meals three times daily, ensuring the satisfaction of its residents.

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 5

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Minnesota average
Occupancy rate 60%
Residents per day 3
Occupancy rate
60%
Residents per day
3
Bed community size
5-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 45 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
60%
In line with Minnesota average
Occupied beds
3 / 5
Average residents 59 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved
CountyRamsey

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesADT Security, state-of-the-art security systems for ultimate protection.

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Nursing Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

0 amenities
Specific ProgramsServices, Amenities, Photo Gallery, Careers, Contact Us

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDelightful, nutritious meals catered to your specific needs.

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Staffing Rating
5 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring staffing levels, including hours of care provided per resident per day.

Ranked 1st (tied) of 158 homes in Minnesota

Resident Health Rating
4 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring health outcomes and care quality for residents.

Ranked 65th (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Safety Rating
4 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring how well the facility maintains a safe environment for residents.

Ranked 16th (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

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.

1 visit/inspection

Results

1 with issues

0 without issues

Latest inspection

Date May 15, 2025
Annual Inspection

5 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Minnesota average: 10 deficiencies

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Address 2.4 miles from city center — 1.72 miles to nearest hospital (Planned Parenthood - Little Canada Health Center)

Address 272 Arlington Ave W, St Paul, MN 55117

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Financial Aid for Minnesota Seniors

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Elderly Waiver

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$3,000 (individual, higher than most states).

Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Minnesota ECS

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.

~$1,732/month (individual, varies).

$3,000 (individual).

Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.

~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.

$3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.

CDCS option; statewide via counties.

Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)

Minnesota Senior Health Options

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.

~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.

$3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).

7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus

Age 65+, Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.

~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.

$3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).

Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.

Consumer Support Grant (CSG)

Minnesota Consumer Support Grant

Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.

~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.

$3,000 (individual).

Can hire family; statewide via counties.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Minnesota resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

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

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

Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Minnesota resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

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