Bayside Manor Assisted Living.
Bayside Manor Assisted Living is Grade C−, ranked in the bottom 47% of Minnesota memory care with 1 MDH citation on record; last inspected Jul 2025.
A large home, reviewed on public record.
Ranked against 142 Minnesota facilities.
ALF memory care · 36-month window. Higher percentile = better. Source: Minnesota Dept. of Health · Health Regulation Division.
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Bayside Manor Assisted Living has 1 citation on record. Know the moment anything changes.
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1 deficiencie on record. Each bar is a month with a citation.
Finding distribution
1 total · 36 monthsScope × Severity (CMS A–L)
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Minnesota MDH records show 2 complaints on file through July 2025 — were either of those complaints substantiated, and can you share the written corrective action plans or remediation steps the facility took in response?
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The facility holds an Assisted Living Facility with Dementia Care license under Minn. Stat. ch. 144G — can you provide families with a copy of your written dementia care program and explain how it meets the statutory requirements for memory care services?
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MDH conducted an inspection on July 29, 2025, with zero deficiencies cited — can you walk us through the documentation you maintain to demonstrate compliance with Minnesota's dementia care regulations, including activity logs and individualized care plans?
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3 inspections in the public record, most recent first. Click any row to expand — cited rows open automatically.
2025-07-29Annual Compliance VisitNo findings
Plain-language summary
On July 28-29, 2025, Minnesota Department of Health conducted a standard inspection of Bayside Manor Assisted Living in Gaylord and issued state correction orders for violations of Minnesota statutes governing assisted living facilities with dementia care, including deficiencies related to food services and minimum requirements. No immediate fines were assessed, and the facility must document actions taken to correct the violations within the timeframe specified on the state form. The facility may request reconsideration of the correction orders in writing within 15 calendar days of receiving this notice.
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 CORRECTION ORDERS 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 the violations; h owever, 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 An equal opportunity employer. Letter ID: IS7N REVISED 09/13/2021 Bayside Manor Assisted Living September 11, 2025 Page 2 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). 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 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 convenience at this link: h ttps://forms.office.com/g/Bm5uQEpHVa. Your input is important 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, Jodi Johnson, Supervisor State Evaluation Team Email: Jodi.Johnson@state.mn.us Telephone: 507-344-2730 Fax: 1-866-890-9290 AH PRINTED: 09/11/2025 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 _____________________________ 22115 07/29/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE 638 3RD STREET BAYSIDE MANOR ASSISTED LIVING GAYLORD, MN 55334 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 144G.08 to 144G.95, these correction orders are far-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. SL22115016 PLEASE DISREGARD THE HEADING OF THE FOURTH COLUMN WHICH On July 28, 2025, through July 29, 2025, 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 53 residents; 38 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 FG3W11 If continuation sheet 1 of 10 PRINTED: 09/11/2025 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 _____________________________ 22115 07/29/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE 638 3RD STREET BAYSIDE MANOR ASSISTED LIVING GAYLORD, MN 55334 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 FG3W11 If continuation sheet 2 of 10 PRINTED: 09/11/2025 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 _____________________________ 22115 07/29/2025 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE 638 3RD STREET BAYSIDE MANOR ASSISTED LIVING GAYLORD, MN 55334 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 2 0 480 allowed provided the facility keeps them clean and in good condition; (6) notwithstanding Minnesota Rules, part 4626.
2024-12-23Complaint Investigation1 · Substantiated Finding
Plain-language summary
On December 12, 2024, the Minnesota Department of Health conducted a complaint investigation at Bayside Manor Assisted Living and issued a correction order for fire safety violations affecting the entire facility. Inspectors found that fire doors, including resident room doors and laundry room doors, were being propped open instead of closing and latching on their own, an exit light on the second floor was not lit, and the dementia care area lacked a proper egress control locking system connected to the fire alarm system. The facility was given a correction period to address these deficiencies.
“MDH substantiated maltreatment or licensing violation finding”
Full inspector notes
findings which When a Minnesota Statute contains several are in violation of the state requirement items, failure to comply with any of the items will after the statement, "This Minnesota be considered lack of compliance. requirement is not met as evidenced by." Following the evaluators ' findings is the INITIAL COMMENTS: Time Period for Correction. #HL221152240C PLEASE DISREGARD THE HEADING OF THE FOURTH COLUMN WHICH On December 12, 2024, the Minnesota STATES,"PROVIDER'S PLAN OF Department of Health conducted a complaint CORRECTION." THIS APPLIES TO investigation at the above provider, and the FEDERAL DEFICIENCIES ONLY. THIS following correction orders are issued. WILL APPEAR ON EACH PAGE. THERE IS NO REQUIREMENT TO The following correction orders are issued for SUBMIT A PLAN OF CORRECTION FOR #HL221152240C, tag identification 0780. 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. 0 780 144G.45 Subd. 2 (a) (1) Fire protection and 0 780 SS=F physical environment (a) Each assisted living facility must comply with the State Fire Code in Minnesota Rules, chapter LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE TITLE (X6) DATE STATE FORM 6899 XB2F11 If continuation sheet 1 of 4 PRINTED: 12/23/2024 FORM APPROVED STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION (X3) DATE SURVEY AND PLAN OF CORRECTION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: COMPLETED A. BUILDING: ______________________ C B. WING _____________________________ 22115 12/12/2024 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE 638 3RD STREET BAYSIDE MANOR ASSISTED LIVING GAYLORD, MN 55334 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) 0 780 Continued From page 1 0 780 7511, and: (1) for dwellings or sleeping units, as defined in the State Fire Code: (i) provide smoke alarms in each room used for sleeping purposes; (ii) provide smoke alarms outside each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of bedrooms; (iii) provide smoke alarms on each story within a dwelling unit, including basements, but not including crawl spaces and unoccupied attics; (iv) where more than one smoke alarm is required within an individual dwelling unit or sleeping unit, interconnect all smoke alarms so that actuation of one alarm causes all alarms in the individual dwelling unit or sleeping unit to operate; and (v) ensure the power supply for existing smoke alarms complies with the State Fire Code, except that newly introduced smoke alarms in existing buildings may be battery operated; This MN Requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to keep the facility in compliance with the Minnesota Fire Code. The deficient conditions have the ability to affect all staff and residents. 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 of the residents). STATE FORM 6899 XB2F11 If continuation sheet 2 of 4 PRINTED: 12/23/2024 FORM APPROVED STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION (X3) DATE SURVEY AND PLAN OF CORRECTION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: COMPLETED A. BUILDING: ______________________ C B. WING _____________________________ 22115 12/12/2024 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE 638 3RD STREET BAYSIDE MANOR ASSISTED LIVING GAYLORD, MN 55334 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) 0 780 Continued From page 2 0 780 The findings include: On December 12, 2024, at 11:45 a.m., the surveyor stopped at the facility and spoke with the administrator (A) and maintenance (M). FIRE DOORS: The surveyor observed that there many labeled fire doors throughout the facility being held open by various devices. The laundry room doors on 1st and 2nd level were being held open. Many resident rooms doors were propped open. The surveyor explained to A and M that all resident room doors as well as all storage/mechanical/laundry room doors to the corridors shall close and latch under their own power and remain closed all the time unless on a hold open device connected to the fire alarm system . EXIT LIGHTS: The surveyor observed the exit light by the 2nd floor stairwell was not lit. The surveyor explained to A and M that all exit lights shall be always lit. There is a generator in this facility that powers the exit lights when the building power fails. DEMENTIA CARE AREA: The surveyor observed there was not an egress control locking system having the capability of being unlocked by a signal or switch from the fire command center, a nursing station, or other approved location. The signal or switch shall directly break power to the lock. The surveyor explained to A and M that a compliant signal or switch shall be installed. STATE FORM 6899 XB2F11 If continuation sheet 3 of 4 PRINTED: 12/23/2024 FORM APPROVED STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION (X3) DATE SURVEY AND PLAN OF CORRECTION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: COMPLETED A. BUILDING: ______________________ C B. WING _____________________________ 22115 12/12/2024 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE 638 3RD STREET BAYSIDE MANOR ASSISTED LIVING GAYLORD, MN 55334 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) 0 780 Continued From page 3 0 780 DEMENTIA CARE UNIT: The surveyor observed that there were not any smoke alarms inside resident rooms A-5 through A-10. The surveyor explained to A and M that smoke alarms are required inside all resident rooms. The deficient conditions were visually verified by the A and M accompanying on the tour. TIME PERIOD FOR CORRECTION: Two (2) days. STATE FORM 6899 XB2F11 If continuation sheet 4 of 4
2024-02-29Complaint InvestigationNo findings
Plain-language summary
A complaint investigation was conducted at Bayside Manor Assisted Living on February 27, 2024. No correction orders were issued, meaning no violations of state laws or rules were found during the investigation.
Full inspector notes
STATE LICENSING COMPLIANCE REPORT Report #: HL221151124C Date Concluded: February 28, 2024 Name, Address, and County of Facility Investigated: Bayside Manor Assisted Living 640 3rd Street, Gaylord, MN 55334 Sibley County Facility Type: Assisted Living Facility with Evaluator’s Name: Brandon Martfeld, RN, BSN Dementia Care (ALFDC) Special Investigator The Minnesota Department of Health conducted a complaint investigation to determine compliance with state laws and rules governing the provision of care under Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 144G. The purpose of this complaint investigation was to review if facility policies and practices comply with applicable laws and rules. No maltreatment under Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 626 was alleged. To view a copy of the correction orders, if any, please visit: https://www.health.state.mn.us/facilities/regulation/directory/provcompselect.html, or call website, please see the attached state form. PRINTED: 02/29/2024 FORM APPROVED STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION (X3) DATE SURVEY AND PLAN OF CORRECTION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: COMPLETED A. BUILDING: ______________________ C B. WING _____________________________ 22115 02/27/2024 NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE 638 3RD STREET BAYSIDE MANOR ASSISTED LIVING GAYLORD, MN 55334 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 On February 27, 2024, the Minnesota Department of Health initiated an investigation of complaint #HL221151124C. No correction orders are issued. LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE TITLE (X6) DATE STATE FORM 6899 WXRI11 If continuation sheet 1 of 1
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