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Knute Nelson

420 12Th Avenue East, Alexandria, MN 56308

Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Home Respite Care Rehabilitation
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(800) 780-8101

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(320) 763-6653

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,734

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $2,733
  • Average State Price: $2,815
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Knute Nelson Description

    Knute Nelson is a community that offers assisted living, memory care, nursing care, respite care and rehabilitation and is located in the town of Alexandria, Minnesota. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.3 out of 10. You can explore reviews in depth here.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 3 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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    Community Reviews

    7.3
    Knute Nelson
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    Health

    Personal Emergency-Call-System Pendant

    Nurses

    Memory Care Assisted Living

    Care Coordination

    Hospice

    Telehealth


    Services

    Laundry

    Light Housekeeping

    Home Health Care

    Long-Term Care

    Grooming

    Shower Assistance


    Activities

    Social Programs And Events

    Wellness Membership

    Engaging Activities

    Spiritual Care

    Manicures

    Yoga


    Community Amenities

    Lawn Care And Snow Removal

    Movie Theater

    Utilities (Heat, Electric, Air-Conditioning, Garbage)

    Wellness Center

    Home-Like Environment

    Gift Shop


    Room Amenities

    Basic Cable TV And Installation

    Local Telephone Service (Landline)

    High-Speed Internet

    Private Studio And One-Bedroom Apartments

    Additional Storage


    Dining

    Delicious, Nutritious Meals

    Continental Breakfast

    Snacks

    Catering

    Restaurant Dining

    Bistro


    Transportation

    Transportation To And From Appointments

    Parking


    Pet

    Pets



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

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


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Feb. 1, 1987
    Ownership type: Non Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 83
    Total current residents: 64
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 1
    Number of substantiated complaints: 0
    Number of payment denials: 1
    Number of fines: 2
    Total cost of fines: $21500


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

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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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.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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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
    2023-04-19 2023-06-16 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Implement emergency and standby power systems.
    2023-04-17 2023-06-16 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2023-04-17 2023-04-21 F Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2023-04-17 2023-06-16 F Smoke Deficiencies Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
    2023-04-17 2023-06-16 C Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2023-04-17 2023-06-16 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2021-09-14 2021-10-20 F Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2021-09-14 2021-10-20 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2021-09-14 2021-10-20 E Smoke Deficiencies Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
    2021-09-14 2021-10-20 F Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2021-09-14 2021-10-20 F Smoke Deficiencies Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
    2021-09-14 2021-10-20 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2021-09-14 2021-10-20 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2019-11-19 2020-01-10 E Construction Deficiencies Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
    2019-11-19 2019-12-06 D Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2019-11-19 2019-11-22 D Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2019-11-19 2019-12-06 F Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-04-19 2023-06-01 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2023-04-19 2023-06-01 E Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
    2023-04-19 2023-06-01 E Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
    2022-01-11 2022-01-20 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.
    2021-09-08 2021-10-01 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2021-09-16 2021-10-20 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2021-09-16 2021-10-20 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    2021-09-16 2021-10-20 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2021-09-16 2021-10-20 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2021-09-16 2021-10-20 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
    2021-09-16 2021-10-20 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-01-21 2021-02-17 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2020-10-08 2020-10-28 F Infection Control Deficiencies Report COVID19 data to residents and families.
    2019-11-21 2019-12-31 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2019-11-21 2019-12-31 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    2019-11-21 2019-12-31 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2019-11-21 2019-12-31 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2019-11-21 2019-12-31 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.
    2019-11-21 2019-12-31 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.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2021-01-21 $15,000
    2021-09-08 $10,000
    2021-09-08 $6,500

    Denials

    Denial Date Payment Denial Days
    2021-09-08 6

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Alexandria which is 0.6 miles away and has a population of 11,843 (small town).
    • The average income is $80,780, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 72
      • Low Temperature: 11
      • Average Temperature: 43.7
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 100 days of rain, 71 days of snow and 193 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.4 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 4.24 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.88 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 2.09 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.78 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 81.73 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Elden's Fresh Foods
    0.9 miles away
    Cub Foods
    1.0 miles away
    Casey's
    1.2 miles away
    The Grain Bin
    2.1 miles away
    ALDI
    2.3 miles away

    None Found

    None Found

    Banks

    Bell Bank
    0.4 miles away
    Bremer Bank
    0.5 miles away
    U.S. Bank
    0.6 miles away
    Glenwood State Bank
    0.8 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    0.8 miles away

    Hospitals

    Douglas County Hopsital
    0.2 miles away
    Sanford Clinic
    0.3 miles away
    Alexandria Clinic
    1.3 miles away
    Glacial Ridge Hospital
    15.9 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.5 miles away
    Trumm Drug
    1.3 miles away

    Dentists

    Gentle Dentistry
    1.2 miles away

    Parks

    Noonan Park
    0.3 miles away
    Fillmore Park
    0.4 miles away
    Legion Park
    0.5 miles away
    Saint Mary's Playground
    0.7 miles away
    Goose Park
    0.8 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Viking Plaza
    1.2 miles away

    Culture

    Andria Theatre
    0.6 miles away
    Alexandria Area Arts Association
    0.6 miles away
    Brandon Auditorium
    12.4 miles away

    Restaurants

    Pizza Hut
    0.4 miles away
    Pizza Ranch
    0.4 miles away
    The Garden Bar on 6th
    0.6 miles away
    Common Grounds Coffee House
    0.7 miles away
    Fajitas Place
    0.7 miles away

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