Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Albert Lea, Minnesota
0 of 3 nursing homes in Albert Lea (0%) meet our strict criteria. The Minnesota statewide average is 29%.
0 recommended · 0 caution · 3 avoid · data
City Average
2.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
216
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
3
3 Grade F
$86,215 in combined fines
Zero Fines
0
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
64 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why No Recommendations?
The nursing home market in Albert Lea, Minnesota, is currently poor, with all three facilities facing a total of $86,215 in fines. Families should be aware that there are no recommended options and the top facility, St. Johns on Fountain Lake, holds only a 2-star rating.
The other 3 Albert Lea facilities didn't qualify — 3 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $86K.
Recommended
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 3 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 3 Have fines totaling $86,215
Questions Albert Lea Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Albert Lea's city average is 2.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 3 Albert Lea facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Albert Lea avg is 64 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Albert Lea facilities average 23.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Albert Lea at a Glance
Good News
- No facilities currently meet our strict recommendation criteria
Be Aware
- 3 facilities carry Grade F — nearly half the market
- $86K in total fines across 3 facilities
- Worst facility has $43K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 22.7 (dragged down by 3 F-grades)
- 0% for-profit, 100% non-profit, 0% government
- 23.0 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Albert Lea, MN are recommended?
0 of 3 nursing homes in Albert Lea (0%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
Why are there no recommended nursing homes in Albert Lea?
Our criteria are intentionally strict. While Albert Lea has 3 nursing homes, none currently achieve both a Trust Grade of B+ or better AND zero fines. We list all facilities with honest assessments to help you make informed decisions.
What makes a nursing home in Albert Lea "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Albert Lea?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.