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Sauer Health Care

1635 West Service Drive, Winona, MN 55987

Nursing Home Respite Care
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $7,640

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $7,638
  • Average State Price: $5,630
  • Average National Price: $7,508


  • Sauer Health Care Description

    Sauer Health Care is a community that offers nursing care and respite care and is about 2.1 miles outside the town of Winona, Minnesota. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.8 out of 10 making it the 2nd highest rated community in the city out of 5 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 4 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

    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

    8.9
    Sauer Health Care
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 40 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 2 out of 5 communities in Winona
  • Ranking in State: 226 out of 961 communities in MN


  • Review Summary

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

    The staff is very friendly and accommodating, with many reviewers highlighting the welcoming and cheerful atmosphere. The availability of a chapel adds to the comforting environment. Visitors and residents alike praise the facility, noting the great staff and helpful nurses. It's described as a great place to visit loved ones and an excellent place to live and work.

    One reviewer specifically mentions Sauer as the best healthcare facility they've experienced, emphasizing the friendliness and helpfulness of everyone involved. The rooms are noted to be cheerful and clean, making it a top choice for retirement in case of disability.

    Great care and friendly staff are consistent themes, with a particular commendation for the facility's end-of-life care. The staff's hard work to meet everyone's needs is acknowledged and appreciated.

    A personal testimonial from a family member of a resident praises the well-trained and sincerely caring staff, the humanistic and highly ethical approach, and the clean and nice rooms. The full array of supportive services and the staff's spiritual attunement are highlighted as key factors in their strong recommendation of Sauer for care.


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    Health

    Pain management

    Post-acute care

    Personalized care

    Occupational therapy

    Primary care

    Medicare certified


    Services

    Respite care

    Occupational therapy

    Social services staff

    Caregiver

    Communication with loved ones

    Registered nurses


    Activities

    Recreational programming

    Community outreach

    Social activities

    Volunteer services

    Chapel services

    Outings


    Community Amenities

    Adaptive equipment

    Community room

    Pharmacy

    Beauty shop


    Room Amenities

    Home-like environment

    Internet

    Telephone


    Pet

    Pets



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

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


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Jan. 19, 1967
    Ownership type: Non Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 71
    Total current residents: 42
    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: 3
    Number of substantiated complaints: 6
    Number of payment denials: 1
    Number of fines: 3
    Total cost of fines: $22558


    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.

    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.

    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 COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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

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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
    2022-09-27 2022-11-04 E Egress Deficiencies Have exits that are accessible at all times.
    2022-09-27 2022-11-04 F Smoke Deficiencies Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
    2022-09-27 2022-11-04 F Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2022-09-27 2022-11-04 B Smoke Deficiencies Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
    2022-09-27 2022-11-04 F Smoke Deficiencies Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
    2022-09-27 2022-11-04 C Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
    2022-09-27 2022-11-04 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2019-04-04 2019-05-14 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
    2019-04-04 2019-05-14 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Implement emergency and standby power systems.
    2019-04-02 2019-05-14 D Egress Deficiencies Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
    2019-04-02 2019-05-14 E Smoke Deficiencies Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
    2019-04-02 2019-05-14 E Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2019-04-02 2019-05-14 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2018-02-14 2018-03-27 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
    2018-02-14 2018-03-27 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
    2018-02-14 2018-03-27 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-09-29 2022-11-04 E Resident Rights Deficiencies Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
    2022-09-29 2022-11-04 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2022-09-29 2022-11-04 E Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
    2022-09-29 2022-11-04 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
    2022-09-29 2022-11-04 E Infection Control Deficiencies Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
    2021-12-10 2022-01-07 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.
    2021-10-22 2021-12-03 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2019-04-04 2019-05-14 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-01-29 2021-03-31 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2018-02-15 2018-03-27 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
    2018-02-15 2018-03-27 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.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2019-11-07 $11,278
    2020-04-21 $35,490
    2020-04-21 $15,000
    2021-10-22 $11,715
    2022-03-14 $658
    2022-03-21 $987
    2022-09-29 $20,914

    Denials

    Denial Date Payment Denial Days
    2022-09-29 3

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Winona which is 2.1 miles away and has a population of 27,094 (mid sized town).
    • The average income is $67,450, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 73
      • Low Temperature: 17
      • Average Temperature: 46.7
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 131 days of rain, 57 days of snow and 176 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.9 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 4.33 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.52 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 3.04 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.21 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.91 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Hy-Vee
    0.3 miles away
    ALDI
    0.3 miles away
    Bluff Country Coop
    2.2 miles away
    Midtown Foods
    2.3 miles away
    Target
    3.3 miles away

    Transportation

    Winona
    2.1 miles away

    Bus Stations

    WSU West Campus
    0.7 miles away
    WSU Main Campus
    1.8 miles away
    WSU East Lake
    2.4 miles away
    Fairway Woods
    4.1 miles away

    Banks

    Altra Federal Credit Union Winona Branch
    0.1 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    0.7 miles away
    Winona National Bank
    2.2 miles away
    Merchants National Bank
    2.4 miles away
    Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union Winona Branch
    2.4 miles away

    Hospitals

    Community Memorial Hospital
    3.0 miles away
    Gundersen Holmen Clinic
    21.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Hy-Vee Pharmacy
    0.3 miles away
    Gundersen Health Winona Pharmacy
    0.8 miles away
    Goltz Pharmacy
    2.6 miles away
    Walgreens
    3.2 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    3.3 miles away

    None Found

    Parks

    Bluffside Park
    0.6 miles away
    Lake Park
    1.1 miles away
    Goodview Park
    1.2 miles away
    Memorial Park
    1.2 miles away
    Wincrest Park
    1.3 miles away

    None Found

    None Found

    Culture

    Valencia Arts Center
    0.7 miles away
    Performance Center
    0.8 miles away
    Amphitheatre
    16.1 miles away
    Firebowl
    19.8 miles away
    Big River Theatre
    22.1 miles away

    Restaurants

    Pizza Hut
    0.1 miles away
    Wellington's Pub & Grill
    0.4 miles away
    Whalen's at Westfield
    0.4 miles away
    Mangos
    0.4 miles away
    Ground Round
    0.5 miles away

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