Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Aurora, Minnesota
1 of 1 nursing homes in Aurora (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Minnesota statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
33
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Aurora, Minnesota is adequate, with a total of one facility that comes highly recommended. Families can feel confident choosing Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center, which boasts a 5-star rating and has no fines, ensuring quality care for their loved ones.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center (90) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and an A grade. As a non-profit organization, Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center focuses on community well-being, providing high-quality care without any federal fines, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for its 33 residents.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and an A grade. As a non-profit organization, Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center focuses on community well-being, providing high-quality care without any federal fines, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for its 33 residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Aurora Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Aurora Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Aurora's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Aurora facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Aurora avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Aurora 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 Aurora, MN are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Aurora (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Aurora "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 Aurora?
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.