Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Cook, Minnesota
1 of 1 nursing homes in Cook (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
28
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 Cook, Minnesota, is adequate, with one recommended facility that has a strong rating of B+ and 5 stars. Families can feel confident in choosing Cook Community Hospital C&NC, as there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers and no fines reported.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 Cook Community Hospital C&NC (80) — Cook Community Hospital C&NC is a stellar 5★ facility with a Trust Score of 80/100 and a solid Grade B+. With no fines and a community-focused approach, this government hospital district provides excellent care in a cozy environment with just 28 beds, ensuring personalized attention for residents.
Recommended
Cook Community Hospital C&NC is a stellar 5★ facility with a Trust Score of 80/100 and a solid Grade B+. With no fines and a community-focused approach, this government hospital district provides excellent care in a cozy environment with just 28 beds, ensuring personalized attention for residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Cook 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 Cook 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?"
Cook's city average is 5.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Cook facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Cook avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Cook 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 Cook, MN are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Cook (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Cook "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 Cook?
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.