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Minnesota · Alexandria

Grand Arbor.

Grand Arbor is Grade A, ranked in the top 1% of Minnesota memory care with no MDH citations on record; last inspected Mar 2026.

ALF · Memory Care295 licensed beds · largeDementia-trained staff
4403 Pioneer Road SE · Alexandria, MN 56308LIC# ALRC:752
Limited Inspection History · fewer than 4 records in 3 years
Facility · Alexandria
Grand Arbor
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A 295-bed ALF · Memory Care with no citations on file.
Last inspection · Mar 2026 · cleanSource · MDH
Licensed beds
295
Memory care
✓ Yes
Last inspection
Mar 2026
Last citation
None on record
Operated by
Phone
§ 01 · Snapshot

A large home, reviewed on public record.

§ 02 · Peer Comparison

Ranked against 138 Minnesota facilities.

ALF memory care · 36-month window. Higher percentile = better. Source: Minnesota Dept. of Health · Health Regulation Division.

Severity rank
100th
Weighted citations per bed.
peer median
0
100
Repeat rank
100th
Repeat deficiencies as share of total.
peer median
0
100
Frequency rank
100th
Deficiencies per inspection.
peer median
0
100

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§ 03 · The Record

Citation history, plotted month by month.

No citations in the last 36 months.

0weighted score · 24 mo
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peer median
Jun 2024May 2026

Finding distribution

none · 36 months

Scope × Severity (CMS A–L)

No findings in the last 36 months.
§ 05 · Tour Prep

Questions to ask before you visit.

A short pre-tour checklist tailored to Grand Arbor's record and state requirements.

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The most recent Minnesota Department of Health inspection on March 25, 2026 found zero deficiencies across 295 licensed beds — can you walk me through how your quality assurance process works and what internal audits or checklists you use to maintain compliance between state visits?

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Minnesota Statutes chapter 144G requires assisted living facilities with dementia care to have specific policies and staff training — can you show me your written dementia care program and explain how you document that all staff have completed the required dementia-specific training?

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With 295 licensed beds and a dementia care designation, how do you ensure that residents with memory loss receive individualized support — can you describe your assessment process and show me a sample care plan that demonstrates how you tailor interventions to each person's cognitive abilities?

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§ 06 · Full Inspection Record

Every MDH visit, verbatim.

2 inspections in the public record, most recent first. Click any row to expand — cited rows open automatically.

2
reports on file
0
total deficiencies
2026-03-25
Annual Compliance Visit
No findings

Plain-language summary

A routine inspection of Grand Arbor was conducted March 23-25, 2026, at a facility serving 265 residents, including 78 receiving dementia care services. The inspection resulted in state correction orders for violations of Minnesota statutes; no immediate fines were assessed. The facility is required to document actions taken to correct the violations, though specific deficiency details are not fully legible in this document excerpt.

Full inspector notes

correction orders and document the actions taken to comply in the facility's records. The Department reserves the right to return to the facility at any time should the Department receive a complaint or deem it necessary to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of residents in your care. STATE CORRECTIO NORDERS The enclosed State Form documents the state correction orders. MDH documents state licensing correction orders using federal software. Tag numbers are assigned to Minnesota state statutes for Assisted Living Facilities. The assigned tag number appears in the far left column entitled "ID Prefix Tag." The state statute number and the corresponding text of the state statute out of compliance are listed in the "Summary Statement of Deficiencies" column. This column also includes the findings that are in violation of the state statute after the statement, "This MN Requirement is not met as evidenced by . . ." In accordance with Minn. Stat. § 144G.31 Subd. 4, MDH may assess fines based on the level and scope of t he violati ons ; however, no immediate fines are assessed for this survey of your facility. DOCUMENTATIO ONF ACTION TO COMPLY In accorda nce with Min n. Stat. § 144G.30, Sub d. 5(c), th e lic ens ee mus t docum ent ac tions taken t o comply with the correction orders within the time period outlined on the state form; however, plans of correction are not required to be submitted for approval. The correction order documentation should include the following: An equal opportunity employer. Letter ID: IS7N REVISE D09/13/2021 Grand Arbor April 17, 2026 Page 2 Identify how the area( s) of noncompliance was corrected related to the · resident( s)/ employee( s) identified in the correction order. Identify how the area( s) of noncompliance was corrected for all of the provider’s · resident( s)/ employees that may be affected by the noncompliance. Identify what changes to your systems and practices were made to ensure compliance with · the specific statute( s). CORRECTIO NORDER RECONSIDERATIO PNROCESS In accordance with Minn. Stat. § 144G.32, Subd. 2, you may challenge the correction order( s) issued, including the level and scope, and any fine assessed through the correction order reconsideration process. The request for reconsideration must be in writing and received by MDH within 15 calendar days of the correction order receipt date. To submit a reconsideration request, please visit: https: / / forms. web. health. state. mn.us/ form/ HRDAppealsForm The MDH Health Regulation Division (HRD )values your feedback about your experience during the survey and/ or investigation process. Please fill out this anonymous provider feedback questionnaire at your conv enien ce at thi s link: https: / / forms. office.com/ g/ Bm5uQEpHVa. Your inpu t is import ant to us and will enable MDH to improve its processes and communication with providers. If you have any questions regarding the questionnaire, please contact Susan Winkelmann at susan. winkelmann@state. mn.us or call 651-201-5952. You are encouraged to retain this document for your records. It is your responsibility to share the information contained in the letter and state form with your organization’s Governing Body. If you have any questions, please contact me. Sincerely, Kelly Thorson, Supervisor State Evaluation Team Email: KellyT. horson@state. mn.us Telephone: 320-223-7336 Fax: 1-866-890-9290 CLN PRINTED: 04/ 17/ 2026 FORM APPROVED STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (X1) PROVIDER/ SUPPLIER/ CLIA (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION (X3) DATE SURVEY AND PLAN OF CORRECTION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: COMPLETED A. BUILDING: ______________________ B. WING _____________________________ 30805 03/ 25/ 2026 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE 4403 PIONEER ROAD SE GRAND ARBOR ALEXANDRIA, MN 56308 SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES PROVIDER' S PLAN OF CORRECTION (X4) ID ID (X5) PREFIX (EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL PREFIX (EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE COMPLETE REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION) CROSS- REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE DATE TAG TAG DEFICIENCY) 0 000 Initial Comments 0 000 *****ATTENTION***** Minnesota Department of Health is documenting the State Correction Orders ASSISTED LIVING PROVIDER LICENSING using federal software. Tag numbers have CORRECTION ORDER( S) been assigned to Minnesota State Statutes for Assisted Living Facilities. The In accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section assigned tag number appears in the far 144G. 08 to 144G. 95, these correction orders are left column entitled "ID Prefix Tag." The issued pursuant to a survey. state Statute number and the corresponding text of the state Statute out Determination of whether violations are corrected of compliance is listed in the "Summary requires compliance with all requirements Statement of Deficiencies" column. This provided at the Statute number indicated below. column also includes the findings which When Minnesota Statute contains several items, are in violation of the state requirement failure to comply with any of the items will be after the statement, "This Minnesota considered lack of compliance. requirement is not met as evidenced by." Following the evaluators ' findings is the INITIAL COMMENTS: Time Period for Correction. SL30805016- 0 PLEASE DISREGARD THE HEADING OF THE FOURTH COLUMN WHICH On March 23, 2026, through March 25, 2026, the STATES, "PROVIDER' S PLAN OF survey at the above provider and the following FEDERAL DEFICIENCIES ONLY. THIS correction orders are issued. At the time of the WILL APPEAR ON EACH PAGE. survey, there were 265 residents; 78 receiving services under the Assisted Living Facility with THERE IS NO REQUIREMENT TO Dementia Care license. SUBMIT A PLAN OF CORRECTION FOR VIOLATIONS OF MINNESOTA STATE STATUTES. THE LETTER IN THE LEFT COLUMN IS USED FOR TRACKING PURPOSES AND REFLECTS THE SCOPE AND LEVEL ISSUED PURSUANT TO 144G. 31 SUBDIVISION 1-3. 0 480 144G. 41 Subdivision 1 Subd. 1a (a-b) Minimum 0 480 SS= F requirements; required food services LABORATORY DIRECTOR' S OR PROVIDER/ SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE' S SIGNATURE TITLE (X6) DATE STATE FORM 6899 S7ZY11 If continuation sheet 1 of 5 PRINTED: 04/ 17/ 2026 FORM APPROVED STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (X1) PROVIDER/ SUPPLIER/ CLIA (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION (X3) DATE SURVEY AND PLAN OF CORRECTION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: COMPLETED A. BUILDING: ______________________ B. WING _____________________________ 30805 03/ 25/ 2026 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE 4403 PIONEER ROAD SE GRAND ARBOR ALEXANDRIA, MN 56308 SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES PROVIDER' S PLAN OF CORRECTION (X4) ID ID (X5) PREFIX (EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL PREFIX (EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE COMPLETE REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION) CROSS- REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE DATE TAG TAG DEFICIENCY) 0 480 Continued From page 1 0 480 (a) Except as provided in paragraph (b), food must be prepared and served according to the Minnesota Food Code, Minnesota Rules, chapter 4626. (b) For an assisted living facility with a licensed capacity of ten or fewer residents: (1) notwithstanding Minnesota Rules, part 4626. 0033, item A, the facility may share a certified food protection manager (CFPM) with one other facility located within a 60- mile radius and under common management provided the CFPM is present at each facility frequently enough to effectively administer, manage, and supervise each facility's food service operation; (2) notwithstanding Minnesota Rules, part 4626. 0545, item A, kick plates that are not removable or cannot be rotated open are allowed unless the facility has been issued repeated correction orders for violations of Minnesota Rules, part 4626. 1565 or 4626. 1570; (3) notwithstanding Minnesota Rules, part 4626. 0685, item A, the facility is not required to provide integral drainboards, utensil racks, or tables large enough to accommodate soiled and clean items that may accumulate during hours of operation provided soiled items do not contaminate clean items, surfaces, or food, and clean equipment and dishes are air dried in a manner that prevents contamination before storage; (4) notwithstanding Minnesota Rules, part 4626. 1070, item A, the facility is not required to install a dedicated handwashing sink in its existing kitchen provided it designates one well of a two-compartment sink for use only as a handwashing sink; (5) notwithstanding Minnesota Rules, parts 4626. 1325, 4626. 1335, and 4626. 1360, item A, existing floor, wall, and ceiling finishes are STATE FORM 6899 S7ZY11 If continuation sheet 2 of 5 PRINTED: 04/ 17/ 2026 FORM APPROVED STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (X1) PROVIDER/ SUPPLIER/ CLIA (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION (X3) DATE SURVEY AND PLAN OF CORRECTION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: COMPLETED A. BUILDING: ______________________ B.

2023-06-22
Annual Compliance Visit
No findings

Plain-language summary

A routine inspection of this facility was conducted from June 20–22, 2023, and one correction order was issued under Minnesota state statute 144G.41 Subd. 1(13)(i)(B) regarding minimum requirements. The facility was not assessed an immediate fine and has a set time period to document and implement corrections to address the noncompliance.

Full inspector notes

CORRECTION ORDERS The enclosed State Form documents the state correction orders. The MDH documents state licensing correction orders using federal software. Tag numbers are assigned to Minnesota state statutes for Assisted Living Facilities. The assigned tag number appears in the far left column entitled "ID Prefix Tag." The state statute number and the corresponding text of the state statute out of compliance are listed in the "Summary Statement of Deficiencies" column. This column also includes the findings that are in violation of the state statute after the statement, "This MN Requirement is not met as evidenced by . . ." In accordance with Minn. Stat. § 144G.31 Subd. 4, MDH may assess fines and enforcement actions based on the level and scope of the violations; however, no immediate fines are assessed for this survey of your facility. DOCUMENTATION OF ACTION TO COMPLY In accordance with Minn. Stat. § 144G.30, Subd. 5(c), the licensee must document actions taken to comply with the correction orders within the time period outlined on the state form; however, plans of correction are not required to be submitted for approval. The correction order documentation should include the following: · Identify how the area(s) of noncompliance was corrected related to the resident(s)/employee(s) identified in the correction order. · Identify how the area(s) of noncompliance was corrected for all of the provider’s resident(s)/employees that may be affected by the noncompliance. · Identify what changes to your systems and practices were made to ensure compliance with the specific statute(s). An equal opportunity employer. Letter ID: IS7N REVISED 09/13/2021 Grand Arbor July 7, 2023 Page 2 CORRECTION ORDER RECONSIDERATION PROCESS In accordance with Minn. Stat. § 144G.32, Subd. 2, you may challenge the correction order(s) issued, including the level and scope, and any fine assessed through the correction order reconsideration process. The request for reconsideration must be in writing and received by the MDH within 15 calendar days of the correction order receipt date. A state correction order under Minn. Stat. § 144G.91, Subd. 8, Free from Maltreatment is associated with a maltreatment determination by the Office of Health Facility Complaints. If maltreatment is substantiated, you will receive a separate letter with the reconsideration process under Minn. Stat. § 626.557. Please email reconsideration requests to: Health.HRD.Appeals@state.mn.us. Please attach this letter as part of your reconsideration request. Please clearly indicate which tag(s) you are contesting and submit information supporting your position(s). Please address your cover letter for reconsideration requests to: Reconsideration Unit 85 East Seventh Place St. Paul, MN 55164-0970 You are encouraged to retain this document for your records. It is your responsibility to share the information contained in the letter and state form with your organization’s Governing Body. If you have any questions, please contact me. Sincerely, Jessie Chenze, Supervisor State Evaluation Team Email: jess.chenze@state.mn.us Telephone: 218-332-5175 Fax: 651-281-9796 PMB Grand Arbor July 7, 2023 Page 3 PRINTED: 07/07/2023 FORM APPROVED STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION (X3) DATE SURVEY AND PLAN OF CORRECTION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: COMPLETED A. BUILDING: ______________________ 30805 B. WING _____________________________ 06/22/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE 4403 PIONEER ROAD SE GRAND ARBOR ALEXANDRIA, MN 56308 (X4) ID SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES ID PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION (X5) PREFIX (EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL PREFIX (EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE COMPLETE TAG REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION) TAG CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE DATE DEFICIENCY) 0 000 Initial Comments 0 000 ******ATTENTION****** Minnesota Department of Health is documenting the State Correction Orders ASSISTED LIVING PROVIDER LICENSING using federal software. Tag numbers have CORRECTION ORDER(S) been assigned to Minnesota State Statutes for Assisted Living License In accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section Providers. The assigned tag number 144G.08 to 144G.95, these correction orders are appears in the far left column entitled "ID issued pursuant to a survey. Prefix Tag." The state Statute number and the corresponding text of the state Statute Determination of whether violations are corrected out of compliance is listed in the requires compliance with all requirements "Summary Statement of Deficiencies" provided at the Statute number indicated below. column. This column also includes the When Minnesota Statute contains several items, findings which are in violation of the state failure to comply with any of the items will be requirement after the statement, "This considered lack of compliance. Minnesota requirement is not met as evidenced by." Following the surveyors' INITIAL COMMENTS: findings is the Time Period for Correction. SL30805015-0 PLEASE DISREGARD THE HEADING OF On June 20, 2023, through June 22, 2023, the THE FOURTH COLUMN WHICH survey at the above provider, and the following CORRECTION." THIS APPLIES TO correction orders are issued. At the time of the FEDERAL DEFICIENCIES ONLY. THIS survey, there were 83 active residents whom WILL APPEAR ON EACH PAGE. were receiving services under the Assisted Living with Dementia Care license. THERE IS NO REQUIREMENT TO SUBMIT A PLAN OF CORRECTION FOR VIOLATIONS OF MINNESOTA STATE STATUTES. The letter in the left column is used for tracking purposes and reflects the scope and level issued pursuant to 144G.31 subd. 1, 2, and 3. 0 480 144G.41 Subd 1 (13) (i) (B) Minimum 0 480 SS=F requirements (13) offer to provide or make available at least the LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE TITLE (X6) DATE STATE FORM 6899 U5V711 If continuation sheet 1 of 18 PRINTED: 07/07/2023 FORM APPROVED STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION (X3) DATE SURVEY AND PLAN OF CORRECTION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: COMPLETED A. BUILDING: ______________________ 30805 B. WING _____________________________ 06/22/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE 4403 PIONEER ROAD SE GRAND ARBOR ALEXANDRIA, MN 56308 (X4) ID SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES ID PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION (X5) PREFIX (EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL PREFIX (EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE COMPLETE TAG REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION) TAG CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE DATE DEFICIENCY) 0 480 Continued From page 1 0 480 following services to residents: (B) food must be prepared and served according to the Minnesota Food Code, Minnesota Rules, chapter 4626; and This MN Requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure food was prepared and served according to the Minnesota Food Code. This practice resulted in a level two violation (a violation that did not harm a resident's health or safety but had the potential to have harmed a resident's health or safety) and was issued at a widespread scope (when problems are pervasive or represent a systemic failure that has affected or has the potential to affect a large portion or all the residents). The findings include: Please refer to the included document titled, Food and Beverage Establishment Inspection Report dated June 20, 2023, for the specific Minnesota Food Code deficiencies. TIME PERIOD FOR CORRECTION: Twenty-one (21) days 0 800 144G.45 Subd. 2 (a) (4) Fire protection and 0 800 SS=F physical environment (4) keep the physical environment, including walls, floors, ceiling, all furnishings, grounds, systems, and equipment in a continuous state of good repair and operation with regard to the health, safety, comfort, and well-being of the STATE FORM 6899 U5V711 If continuation sheet 2 of 18 PRINTED: 07/07/2023 FORM APPROVED STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION (X3) DATE SURVEY AND PLAN OF CORRECTION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: COMPLETED A. BUILDING: ______________________ 30805 B. WING _____________________________ 06/22/2023 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE 4403 PIONEER ROAD SE GRAND ARBOR ALEXANDRIA, MN 56308 (X4) ID SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES ID PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION (X5) PREFIX (EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL PREFIX (EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE COMPLETE TAG REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION) TAG CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE DATE DEFICIENCY) 0 800 Continued From page 2 0 800 residents in accordance with a maintenance and repair program. This MN Requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to maintain the facility physical environment in a continuous state of good repair and operation regarding the health, safety, and well-being of the residents. This had the potential to directly affect all residents, staff, and visitors.

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