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Nursing homes in Benton County, Minnesota
There are 2 certified nursing homes in Benton County, Minnesota, with 224 beds between them.
50% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a larger share than the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 55 health deficiencies over three cycles, 24.6 per 100 beds against 32.8 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $9K across 1 fine.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Benton County | Minnesota | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 2 | 338 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 50% | 38% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 24.6 | 32.8 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 4.9 | 4.2 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $9K | $7.8M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Lutheran Home | Sauk Rapids | 146 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 24 | 16.4 | — | 9 Jul 2026 |
| The Gardens At Foley LLC | Foley | 78 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 31 | 39.7 | $9K | 25 Jun 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 5 |
| F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | 5 |
| F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | 4 |
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 4 |
| F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | 3 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Non profit | 1 |
| For profit | 1 |
Chains present: Monarch Healthcare Management (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Benton County, Minnesota?
2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 224 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Benton County have the highest CMS ratings?
Good Shepherd Lutheran Home (5 stars), The Gardens At Foley LLC (2 stars)
How do Benton County nursing homes compare with Minnesota?
50% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 24.6 per 100 beds against 32.8 statewide.