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Birchwood Health Care Center

604 - 1St Street Ne, Forest Lake, MN 55025

Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Home Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,405
One Bedroom
Estimated $3,030

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $2,405
  • Average State Price: $2,815
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Birchwood Health Care Center Description

    Birchwood Health Care Center is a community that offers assisted living, memory care, nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in the town of Forest Lake, Minnesota. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and one-bedroom room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 4.8 out of 10 making it the 3rd highest rated community in the city out of 4 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 5 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    6.4
    Birchwood Health Care Center
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 46 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 3 out of 4 communities in Forest Lake
  • Ranking in State: 819 out of 961 communities in MN
  • Care B

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Negative Reviews:

    • Some reviewers describe the care as disgraceful and a danger to residents' lives.
    • Complaints about dishonest billing practices and harassment over bills.
    • Refusal to accept CHAMP VA for a veteran's spouse criticized as unpatriotic.
    • Interns report poor training and unprofessional behavior from supervisors.
    • Incidents of neglect and unresponsiveness to emergencies reported, including a serious issue with a resident's oxygen supply.
    • Staff described as rude and unhelpful, with reports of verbal abuse.
    • Concerns about understaffing and lack of support for CNAs from nurses.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Some families and professionals report positive experiences, highlighting friendly and attentive staff.
    • Facilities praised as feeling like home, with high-quality care delivered.
    • Specific commendation for the care of residents on Hospice Care.
    • Rehabilitation services received positive feedback for being very receptive.

    Mixed Feedback:

    While some reviews praise the care and environment at Birchwood Care Center, others raise serious concerns about billing practices, staff behavior, and resident care. Potential clients may want to consider these mixed reviews carefully.


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    Health

    On-Site Access To Licensed Nursing Staff, 24/7

    24/7 Skilled Nursing Care

    Registered Nurses

    Licensed Practical Nurses

    Registered Nursing Assistants

    Trained Medication Aides


    Services

    Light Housekeeping Every Week

    Additional Personal Care Services

    24/7 Building Security

    On-Site Maintenance

    Emergency Response System

    Personal Care Services


    Activities

    Daily 'I'm Okay' Check-Ins

    Customizable Programs Based On Our 7D Wellness Model

    Structured Daily Programs

    Variety Of Structured Programs, Events, And Amenities

    Customizable Wellness Programs

    Wellness Wheel


    Community Amenities

    Dining Rooms

    Fireplace Lounges

    Music Room

    TV, Games, And Books Spaces

    Chapel For Spiritual Services

    Therapy And Wellness Room


    Room Amenities

    Kitchenette

    Bathroom With Walk-In Shower

    All Utilities Included

    Air Conditioning

    Handicap-Accessible Bathroom

    Cable TV


    Dining

    3 Delicious Home-Style Cooked Meals Each Day

    Dining Program

    Individual Dietary Needs

    Variety Of Menu Options

    Snacks

    Personalized Dining Program



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 5
    Health inspection rating: 4
    Staffing rating: 3
    Quality measure rating: 5
    Long-term quality measure rating: 5
    Short-term quality measure rating: 5


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Dec. 1, 1974
    Ownership type: Non Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 100
    Total current residents: 68
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Both


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 10
    Number of substantiated complaints: 7
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 1
    Total cost of fines: $9750


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2021-06-17 2021-07-23 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Provide primary/alternate means for communication.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-06-07 2023-06-28 J Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    2023-06-07 2023-06-28 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    2023-06-07 2023-06-28 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    2023-03-22 2023-04-21 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2022-10-07 2022-10-28 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
    2022-08-04 2022-08-25 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    2022-03-16 2022-04-08 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2021-06-17 2021-07-23 C Resident Rights Deficiencies Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
    2021-06-17 2021-07-23 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2021-06-17 2021-07-23 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2021-06-17 2021-07-23 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2021-06-17 2021-07-23 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2021-06-17 2021-07-23 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2021-06-17 2021-07-23 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-03-02 2021-04-01 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
    2020-10-01 2020-11-01 E Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    2019-04-18 2019-05-28 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2019-04-18 2019-05-28 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
    2019-04-18 2019-05-28 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
    2019-04-18 2019-05-28 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
    2019-04-18 2019-05-28 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
    2019-04-18 2019-05-28 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2019-04-18 2019-05-28 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2019-04-18 2019-05-28 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
    2019-04-18 2019-05-28 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
    2019-04-18 2019-05-28 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2021-06-17 $15,000
    2021-06-17 $9,750

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Forest Lake which is 0.5 miles away and has a population of 19,618 (small town).
    • The average income is $81,644, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 73
      • Low Temperature: 15
      • Average Temperature: 45.6
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 115 days of rain, 71 days of snow and 178 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.7 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 4.56 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.54 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 2.77 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.49 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 81.85 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 92.0, Moderate Days 12.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    ALDI
    1.0 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    1.1 miles away
    Cub Foods
    1.4 miles away
    Festival Foods
    8.5 miles away
    Dick's Fresh Market
    13.8 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    206 St N
    2.8 miles away
    Fenston Av N
    2.9 miles away
    202 St N
    3.1 miles away
    Forest Lake P&R
    3.2 miles away
    City Hall P&R
    7.9 miles away

    Banks

    Wells Fargo
    0.7 miles away
    TCF Bank
    0.9 miles away
    Postal Credit Union
    8.6 miles away
    Lake Area Bank
    8.7 miles away
    MidwestOne Bank
    8.8 miles away

    Hospitals

    Fairview Lakes Medical Center
    2.5 miles away
    Osceola Medical Center
    13.4 miles away
    Saint John's Hospital
    17.7 miles away
    HealthEast
    17.8 miles away
    Mercy Hospital - Unity Campus
    18.1 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rolseth Drugs
    0.4 miles away
    Walgreens
    0.9 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    12.3 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    16.3 miles away
    Wapiti Labs Inc.
    16.4 miles away

    Dentists

    Sorenson Dental
    8.6 miles away
    Metro Denal Care
    17.3 miles away
    Pierce Dental Care
    18.4 miles away
    Thomas Hardel Family Dentistry
    18.4 miles away
    Steven L. McCormack Family Dentistry
    18.5 miles away

    Parks

    Lakeside Park
    0.4 miles away
    Schilling Park
    0.4 miles away
    Bixby Park
    0.6 miles away
    Cedar Park
    0.6 miles away
    Tower Park
    1.0 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    North Branch Outlets
    15.1 miles away
    Shoreview Village Mall
    16.2 miles away
    Northtown Mall
    17.4 miles away
    Maplewood Mall
    17.6 miles away
    Arden Plaza
    18.3 miles away

    Culture

    Benson Great Hall
    18.1 miles away
    Festival Theater
    18.6 miles away
    Central Park Frank Rog Amphitheatre
    20.1 miles away
    Lyric Arts
    20.5 miles away

    Restaurants

    Mallards Forest Lake
    0.3 miles away
    Vannelli's By The Lake
    0.5 miles away
    Daniela's Chocolates
    0.6 miles away
    Joy Garden Inc
    0.7 miles away
    Norman Quack's Chophouse
    0.7 miles away

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