Nursing Homes in La Crescent, Minnesota
La Crescent has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 42 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above Minnesota's state average of 3.2 stars. 1 facility earns a B grade or better and is recommended for family consideration.
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
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Total Beds
42
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
68 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
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exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
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About Nursing Home Care in La Crescent
When it comes to nursing home care in La Crescent, MN, families will find a relatively good option, but the choices are limited. The standout is La Crescent Health Services, which boasts a Grade B and a solid 4-star CMS rating. Overall, this facility provides a decent standard of care without any major red flags, making it a viable choice in a market that only offers one nursing home.
For families considering their options, La Crescent Health Services is worth a visit. Its notable strength is the clean record with zero fines over the past three years, which reflects a commitment to quality care. While there are no additional facilities in La Crescent to compare, families might want to explore nearby cities like Winona or Rochester, which have more nursing home options to assess.
There are currently no facilities in La Crescent that families should avoid, as La Crescent Health Services is the only option and has no major issues. When visiting any nursing home, including this one, make sure to ask about staff-to-resident ratios and observe the interactions between staff and residents to get a true sense of the environment.
La Crescent at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • La Crescent rates better than most Minnesota cities
- • 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: La Crescent is stable
Questions La Crescent 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; La Crescent avg is 1.14 hrs (68 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 1 La Crescent facility has 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 La Crescent, Minnesota
La Crescent, Minnesota's Houston County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 42 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
La Crescent vs. Minnesota: Above Average Quality
La Crescent 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.
1 of 1 facility earns a B grade or better, giving families good options. While quality is generally high, the overall picture is positive for La Crescent 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 La Crescent, 1 facility scores 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 La Crescent
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.
La Crescent facilities average 1.14 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical La Crescent resident receives approximately 68 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 La Crescent 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: An All For-Profit Market
La Crescent has no non-profit nursing homes—all 1 facility with reported ownership data are for-profit operations. 1 of 1 facility is chain-owned, meaning these facilities are part of larger corporate systems rather than independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average. The absence of non-profit options in La Crescent may be worth noting. Families seeking non-profit care should consider facilities in surrounding areas.
Ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Several for-profit facilities in La Crescent perform well. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports rather than ownership type alone.
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 La Crescent, Minnesota?
La Crescent has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 42 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 La Crescent?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in La Crescent include:
- • La Crescent Health Services — Grade B, 75/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which La Crescent nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in La Crescent 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 La Crescent Nursing Homes
La Crescent offers above-average nursing home options compared to the rest of the state. Focus your search on the 1 facility graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.