Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Little Falls, Minnesota
1 of 2 nursing homes in Little Falls (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Minnesota statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
155
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 This One?
The nursing home market in Little Falls, Minnesota, is adequate, with two total facilities and one highly recommended option. Families can take comfort in the top-rated ST OTTOS CARE CENTER, which boasts a 5-star rating and no fines, indicating a reliable choice for care.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 ST OTTOS CARE CENTER (90) — St. Otto's Care Center stands out with an impressive 5-star CMS rating and an A grade, showcasing their commitment to quality care. With a high Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines reported, this for-profit facility prioritizes the well-being of its residents across 91 beds, making it a recommended choice for families seeking reliable nursing care.
The other 1 Little Falls facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
St. Otto's Care Center stands out with an impressive 5-star CMS rating and an A grade, showcasing their commitment to quality care. With a high Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines reported, this for-profit facility prioritizes the well-being of its residents across 91 beds, making it a recommended choice for families seeking reliable nursing care.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Little Falls Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Little Falls 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?"
Little Falls's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Little Falls facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Little Falls avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Little Falls 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 Little Falls, MN are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Little Falls (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Little Falls "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 Little Falls?
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.