Nursing Homes in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota
Brooklyn Center has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 97 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above Minnesota's state average of 3.2 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+0.82 vs state
Total Beds
97
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
78 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Brooklyn Center
Maranatha Care Center
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About Nursing Home Care in Brooklyn Center
In the search for nursing home care in Brooklyn Center, MN, families should approach the market with caution. The standout is Brooklyn Center Health Care, but even this facility does not fully meet our standards. Overall, the options in Brooklyn Center are limited and fall short of the quality families deserve, despite the city’s average rating being above the state average at 4.0 stars.
While Brooklyn Center Health Care is the only nursing home in town, it does exhibit strengths, such as a clean record with no fines in the past three years. However, families looking for the best care may want to explore neighboring cities like Crystal or Robbinsdale, where additional facilities may offer better options. Unfortunately, there are no non-profit facilities in Brooklyn Center, which often provide more personal care, adding to the challenge for families.
Since there are no facilities with major red flags, families don’t necessarily need to avoid any specific places in Brooklyn Center. However, it’s essential to visit and assess the environment firsthand. When touring any facility, observe staff interactions with residents, as this can be a telling indicator of the care quality. Look for a welcoming atmosphere and genuine engagement from caregivers.
Brooklyn Center at a Glance
Good News
- • Brooklyn Center rates better than most Minnesota cities
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • Always check recent inspection reports before visiting
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Brooklyn Center is stable
Questions Brooklyn Center Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Brooklyn Center avg is 1.30 hrs (78 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Brooklyn Center facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota's Hennepin County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 97 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
Brooklyn Center vs. Minnesota: Above Average Quality
Brooklyn Center nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 4.00 stars exceeds Minnesota's statewide average of 3.18 stars by 0.8 stars—a meaningful difference that suggests stronger local standards.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better, giving families good options. While quality is generally high, the overall picture is positive for Brooklyn Center families.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Brooklyn Center, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: Meeting Standards in Brooklyn Center
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Brooklyn Center facilities average 1.30 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Brooklyn Center resident receives approximately 78 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Brooklyn Center facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Brooklyn Center has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 1 of 1 facility is chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Minnesota cities for additional options. The following Minnesota cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Minneapolis — 19 facilities
- Saint Paul — 17 facilities
- Duluth — 8 facilities
- Rochester — 7 facilities
- Bloomington — 5 facilities
- Saint Louis Park — 5 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota?
Brooklyn Center has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 97 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above Minnesota's state average of 3.2 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Brooklyn Center?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Brooklyn Center include:
- • Maranatha Care Center — Grade C, 59/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Brooklyn Center nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Brooklyn Center as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Brooklyn Center Nursing Homes
Brooklyn Center offers above-average nursing home options compared to the rest of the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.