Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Alexandria, Minnesota
2 of 2 nursing homes in Alexandria (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Minnesota statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
166
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Alexandria, Minnesota, is adequate, with 2 facilities that meet recommendations. Families can feel confident choosing the top-rated KNUTE NELSON CARE CENTER (B+, 5★), as there are no facilities with fines, ensuring a reliable care environment.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 KNUTE NELSON CARE CENTER (85) — Knute Nelson Care Center stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a strong Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. As a non-profit facility, it focuses on community well-being, offering a warm environment with dedicated staff across its 83 beds. With a B+ grade and no fines, residents and families can trust in its reliable services.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 Bethany On The Lake LLC (71) — Bethany On The Lake LLC offers a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 71/100, highlighting its dedication to resident satisfaction. With a B grade and no fines, this for-profit facility provides a comfortable environment for its 83 residents, although it may not match the exceptional standards of the top-rated facilities.
Recommended
Knute Nelson Care Center stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a strong Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. As a non-profit facility, it focuses on community well-being, offering a warm environment with dedicated staff across its 83 beds. With a B+ grade and no fines, residents and families can trust in its reliable services.
Bethany On The Lake LLC offers a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 71/100, highlighting its dedication to resident satisfaction. With a B grade and no fines, this for-profit facility provides a comfortable environment for its 83 residents, although it may not match the exceptional standards of the top-rated facilities.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Alexandria Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Alexandria Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Alexandria's city average is 4.5 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Alexandria facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Alexandria avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Alexandria facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Alexandria, MN are recommended?
2 of 2 nursing homes in Alexandria (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Alexandria "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Alexandria?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.