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The Homestead At Rochester
1900 Ballington Blvd. Nw, Rochester, MN 55901
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Welcome to Homestead at Rochester
The Homestead at Rochester is a senior living community that offers a range of care options including short-term rehab and long-term care. The facility is designed to cater to the varying needs of its residents, ensuring they receive the appropriate level of care.
Accommodation and Care
For those seeking short-term rehabilitation services, the community provides a supportive environment with no current waitlist. Long-term care options are also available, with a waitlist for private rooms. The cost of care is tailored to the individual's needs, with an emphasis on providing personalized support.
Pet Policy
While residents cannot have pets living with them on the premises, the community welcomes pets to visit their owners, ensuring that the bond between pets and residents can be maintained.
Staff and Moving Assistance
The Homestead at Rochester has a compassionate and supportive nursing staff that assists new residents with moving in and getting settled. Family members are typically involved in the moving process, with staff available to provide additional support as needed.
Transportation Services
The community offers a shuttle service for specific needs such as admissions from the hospital. However, residents are responsible for arranging their own transportation for external appointments such as doctor visits.
Dining Experience
Residents enjoy meals in a dining room setting where they can select their preferred dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The service is personalized, ensuring that each resident's dietary preferences and needs are met.
Safety Measures
Safety is a top priority at the Homestead at Rochester. The community is equipped with a call light system that allows residents to alert staff when they need assistance. Additionally, there are security measures in place to monitor and prevent residents from wandering, with alarms that notify staff if a resident approaches restricted areas.
Addressing Complaints
If a resident has a complaint, they can fill out a grievance form. The complaint is then followed up by the appropriate staff member, such as the nurse manager, social worker, or director of nursing, to ensure that any concerns are resolved promptly and effectively.
Communication with Family Members
The facility maintains open lines of communication with family members through phone calls and emails. For broader communications, such as updates on events or health advisories like COVID-19, the community utilizes an automated messaging system to keep everyone informed.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Independent Living
Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.
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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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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Negative Experiences:
- Several reviews mention leaving the facility in tears due to poor treatment by staff.
- Concerns about potentially dangerous events and hostile work environments.
- Complaints about substandard care, including issues with medication management and basic hygiene.
- Reports of personal items being stolen, including sensitive financial documents.
- Issues with the quality of food, including uncooked meals and lack of variety.
- Problems with the facility's responsiveness and care, including long wait times for assistance.
- Some staff members are described as unprofessional and unhelpful.
Positive Experiences:
- Some staff members, including those in marketing and nursing, are praised for their helpfulness and care.
- One review highlights the facility as a great place to live, with exceptional service and care.
- Positive remarks about the facility's cleanliness and the cooperative nature of the staff.
- A few reviews mention the facility's good location and the presence of a supportive community.
Mixed Experiences:
- Some reviews express concerns about the facility's management and corporate decisions.
- There are mixed opinions on the quality of the facility's environment and amenities.
General Observations:
- There are significant concerns about the quality of care and staff behavior.
- However, there are also instances of positive interactions with certain staff members and aspects of the facility.
- Potential residents and their families are advised to consider these reviews carefully and possibly visit the facility for a firsthand assessment.
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Health
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Community Amenities
Room Amenities
Dining
Transportation
Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 1
Health inspection rating: 1
Staffing rating: 4
Quality measure rating: 3
Long-term quality measure rating:
4
Short-term quality measure rating:
2
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: July 7, 2015
Ownership type: Non Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 56
Total current residents: 48
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: 14
Number of
substantiated complaints: 7
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 0
Total cost of fines: $0
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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-05-04 | 2023-05-31 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). |
| 2023-05-04 | 2023-05-31 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. |
| 2023-05-04 | 2023-05-31 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Implement emergency and standby power systems. |
| 2023-05-02 | 2023-05-31 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2023-05-02 | 2023-05-31 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2023-05-02 | 2023-05-31 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2023-05-02 | 2023-05-31 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk. |
| 2022-01-21 | 2022-02-14 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. |
| 2022-01-21 | 2022-02-14 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. |
| 2022-01-21 | 2022-02-14 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Implement emergency and standby power systems. |
| 2022-01-20 | 2022-02-14 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2022-01-20 | 2022-02-14 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2022-01-20 | 2022-02-14 | C | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2022-01-20 | 2022-02-14 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2022-01-20 | 2022-02-14 | F | 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. |
| 2022-01-20 | 2022-02-14 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2022-01-20 | 2022-02-14 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk. |
| 2019-05-03 | 2019-06-12 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. |
| 2019-05-03 | 2019-06-12 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Provide emergency officials' contact information. |
| 2019-05-03 | 2019-06-12 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Provide family notifications of emergency plan. |
| 2019-05-03 | 2019-06-12 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Implement emergency and standby power systems. |
| 2019-05-01 | 2019-06-12 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Have exits that are accessible at all times. |
| 2019-05-01 | 2019-06-12 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. |
| 2019-05-01 | 2019-06-12 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2019-05-01 | 2019-06-12 | F | Services Deficiencies | Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. |
| 2019-05-01 | 2019-06-12 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2019-05-01 | 2019-06-12 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Rochester which is 4.3 miles away and has a population of 112,225 (small city).
- The average income is $71,003, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 72
- Low Temperature: 16
- Average Temperature: 46.2
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 128 days of rain, 70 days of snow and 165 days of sun
- Precipitation: 2.1 inches a year
- The median age is 35.0 years old, average compared to other cities.
- 6.14% of the population are Veterans which is a high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
- 15.83% of the population are Foreign-born which is a average percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
- The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 8% Asian, 7% Black or African-American, 5% Hispanic or Latino, and 77% White.
- The crime rate is 4.35 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 0.75 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 2.45 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.48 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 81.3 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 161.0, Moderate Days 19.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 1.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Walmart Supercenter
1.0 miles awaySam's Club
1.2 miles awaySuper Target
1.5 miles awayHy-Vee
1.8 miles awayCostco
2.7 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
NW / TH 52 North Park-n-Ride
1.2 miles away41st St NW w-bound @ West River Pkwy NW
1.4 miles awayFairway Dr NW n-bound @ Huntington Ln NW
1.6 miles awayNE / Hwy 63 N Park-n-Ride
2.6 miles awayRocky Creek Dr NE & Viola Heights Dr NE
3.4 miles awayBanks
Bremer Bank
0.9 miles awayOne Main Financial
1.1 miles awayWells Fargo
1.2 miles awayAffinity Plus
1.3 miles awayPremier Bank
1.3 miles awayHospitals
Olmsted Medical Center - Northwest Clinic
2.4 miles awayMayo Family Clinic Northeast
3.2 miles awayMayo Clinic Hospital Methodist Campus
4.1 miles awayMayo Clinic Saint Marys Campus
4.2 miles awayMayo Eugenio Litta Children's Hospital
4.2 miles awayPharmacies
CVS Pharmacy
1.5 miles awayHy-Vee Pharmacy
1.8 miles awayOMC NW Pharmacy
2.5 miles awayHunt Drug
3.3 miles awayWalgreens
3.7 miles awayDentists
Main Street Dental
2.6 miles awayLakewood Dental
2.6 miles awayCircle Drive Dental
2.7 miles awayNorth Broadway Dental Care
2.9 miles awayGentling Dental Care
3.0 miles awayParks
Kings Run Park
0.3 miles awaySchmidt Park
0.4 miles awayEssex Park
0.4 miles awayCimarron Park
0.6 miles awayCommunity Gardens
0.7 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Cedarwood Plaza
1.0 miles awayFormer Target
1.2 miles awayAndy's Liquor
1.4 miles awayMarketplace Plaza (East Bldg)
1.4 miles away3456
2.5 miles awayCulture
Rochester Civic Theatre
4.3 miles awayRochester Art Center
4.4 miles awayOxbow Amphitheatre
7.9 miles awayRestaurants
Newt's Hamburgers
0.8 miles awayCarlos O'Kelly's
1.0 miles awayWong's Cafe
1.0 miles awayPanchero's Mexican Grill
1.2 miles awayBroadway Bar & Pizza
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