Knife River Care Center
Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.
based on 37 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
Knife River Care Center is praised for its clean environment and friendly staff, making it a welcoming place for visitors. However, families should ensure they have a clear plan for regular check-ins, as some reviewers have noted that staff may need reminders to visit residents more frequently.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
37 reviews analyzed“Knife River Care Center generally receives positive feedback for its clean, well-maintained environment and friendly staff. While many visitors express satisfaction with the facility's atmosphere and community events, some reviewers have noted a need for more frequent check-ins on residents.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Clean, well-maintained facility
- Friendly and helpful staff
- Welcoming atmosphere for visitors
- Active community engagement
Concerns
- Need for more frequent resident check-ins (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Inconsistent staff demeanor (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
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Questions for Your Tour
- 1With a 5-star staffing rating, how does your team ensure that each resident receives consistent, personalized attention throughout the day?
- 2I noticed some feedback regarding the frequency of resident check-ins; what is your standard process for monitoring residents to ensure their needs are met promptly?
- 3Given the recent health inspection findings, what specific steps has the facility taken to address those areas and improve the overall care experience?
- 4How do you foster a consistent, positive environment among your staff to ensure that every resident feels supported and valued at all times?
- 5Could you walk me through how your team manages medical emergencies or sudden changes in a resident's health status during the night or on weekends?
- 6The facility has a great reputation for community engagement; what are some of the favorite daily activities or social events that residents here look forward to most?
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Key Review Excerpts
“Always a delight to visit our friend here. Well maintained inside and out. Especially enjoy sitting outside in the summer when we visit. Staff is always friendly and helpful.”
“This is such a nice place, very friendly staff beautiful clean place. I am glad to see their advanced temp screening, mask and sanitizer station at the door. Makes u feel good about having ur elderly family members here.”
“Good nice place, just have to check on people more often”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 16 measures
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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents with depression symptoms
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Families have filed multiple complaints triggering inspections, revealing concerning patterns in accident prevention, abuse protection, and care planning that persist across surveys. The facility has repeatedly struggled with preventing accidents and hazards, protecting residents from abuse and neglect, and developing proper care plans. While the facility corrects most deficiencies when cited, the recurring nature of safety and protection issues suggests ongoing systemic challenges that warrant careful consideration during any visit.
Dec 10, 2025Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Feb 26, 2025Complaint2
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Feb 26, 2025Routine1
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Nov 26, 2024Complaint2
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Aug 14, 2024Complaint2
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Jul 10, 2024Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Jul 10, 2024
$35,890
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Knife River Care Center
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