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Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Overview of Boundary Waters Care Center

Boundary Waters Care Center (BWCC) is a vibrant nonprofit, 503(c)(3), skilled care and rehabilitative community in Ely, Minnesota where values-driven team members are focused on upholding the well-being, dignity, and individual capabilities of each resident. The community serves older adults and their families with short-term rehabilitation services and long-term care designed to ensure residents may safely lead a lifestyle with as much independence as
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Home Information BOUNDARY WATERS CARE CENTER

Occupancy trails most facilities in the state, suggesting excess open capacity. The property runs a smaller bed inventory than most peers, focusing on a more intimate census. Residents tend to stay here longer than similar facilities across the state.
Home revenue sits below most peers, indicating modest billing throughput. Payroll costs fall below most facilities, hinting at lean staffing budgets. Total income trails most communities, suggesting tighter operating margins.
Medicare nights lag behind other facilities, revealing limited Medicare demand. Medicaid nights are roughly in line with the state middle third, maintaining a balanced safety-net share. Private pay nights hover around the statewide average, supporting a diversified mix.

Occupancy

Beds

Occupancy

78.3%

Total Bed Days Available

15330

Avg. Length of Stay

186 days

Finance

Home Revenue

$3,721,654.00

Payroll Costs

$2,457,296.00

Profit

$-734,808.00

Total Costs

$349,075.00

House Specifics:

CCN

245138

Owner Name

FORSMAN, MICHAEL

Rural vs. Urban

Urban

County

ST. LOUIS

Type of Control

Voluntary Nonprofit — Other

Operations

Total Admissions

Total Discharges

% Medicaid Admissions

% Medicare Admissions

51%

% Private Pay Admissions

44%

% Medicaid Discharges

11%

% Medicare Discharges

38%

% Private Pay Discharges

51%

Medicaid, Medicare & Private

Medicare Nights

4792

Medicaid Nights

1338

Free Market Nights

5190

Community Stability & Environment

Walk Score Walk Score in senior living communities measures how easy it is for residents to access essential services and amenities—like grocery stores, parks, pharmacies, and transit—without needing a car. 61
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be done on foot. Walkable to several amenities, but not all. Sidewalks usually available but may be inconsistent. Car often needed for larger errands or longer distances.

Facility & Licensing Details

Primary Contact Main representative or administrator responsible for the community, as listed in Minnesota licensing records. Adam Masloski, Admissions Director
Business ID Internal identifier assigned to the licensed business operating in Minnesota. 96379045
BBB ID Better Business Bureau identifier for this business. 0704

200 W Conan St, Ely, MN 55731

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +1 218-365-8705

Email:
[email protected]

Phone:
+1 218-365-8705

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FORSMAN, MICHAEL

245138

78.3%

$3,721,654.00

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Boundary Waters Care Center

Type of care: AL

Community: Ely

Bed Options: N/A

Bed Count: 42

Pets Allowed: No

Home Owner: FORSMAN, MICHAEL

CCN: 245138

Occupancy: 78.3%

Home Revenue: $3,721,654.00

Little Sisters of the Poor Holy Family Residence

Type of care: AL

Community: St. Paul

Bed Options: N/A

Bed Count: N/A

Pets Allowed: No

Home Owner: N/A

CCN: N/A

Occupancy: N/A

Home Revenue: N/A

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Program

State Program Name

Eligibility

Benefits

Elderly Waiver

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Official government program page

General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$70/day), home aides.

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Minnesota ECS

Official government program page

General: Age 65+, Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, varies).
Asset Limits: $3,000 (individual).
MN Specifics: Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.

Services: 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

Official government program page

General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: CDCS option; statewide via counties.

Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~5 days/year), home health, meals, home mods.

Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)

Minnesota Senior Health Options

Official government program page

General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: 7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.

Services: 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

Official government program page

General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite, adult day care, home mods, limited nursing home care.

Consumer Support Grant (CSG)

Minnesota Consumer Support Grant

Official government program page

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Can hire family; statewide via counties.

Services: Cash (~$500-$1,500/month) for personal care, respite, home mods, assistive tech.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Official government program page

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Services: 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

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

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

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Minnesota Medicaid EW

Elderly Waiver

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+, 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 Specifics:
Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$70/day), home aides.

Official Program Page

Minnesota ECS

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+, Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
Income Limits:
~$1,732/month (individual, varies).
Asset Limits:
$3,000 (individual).
MN Specifics:
Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: In-home support (2-4 hours/week), respite (up to 5 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).

Official Program Page

Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+, 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 Specifics:
CDCS option; statewide via counties.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~5 days/year), home health, meals, home mods.

Official Program Page

Minnesota Senior Health Options

Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+, 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 Specifics:
7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, respite, adult day care, home mods, $900/year groceries (some plans).

Official Program Page

Minnesota Senior Care Plus

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+, 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 Specifics:
Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite, adult day care, home mods, limited nursing home care.

Official Program Page

Minnesota Consumer Support Grant

Consumer Support Grant (CSG)

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
Can hire family; statewide via counties.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Cash (~$500-$1,500/month) for personal care, respite, home mods, assistive tech.

Official Program Page

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).

Official Program Page

Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:
High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.