Sandstone Health Care Center
Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.
based on 22 Google reviews
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (10 vs median 6.5)
Below average in MN · Meets national RN staffing standard · Above recommended total nurse staffing · No penalties on record
What this means for your family
Sandstone Health Care Center is highly regarded for its cleanliness and engaging activity programs, making it a comfortable environment for many residents. However, because there are reports of delays in medication and staff assistance, we recommend asking specifically about current nurse-to-patient ratios and the process for escalating concerns when response times are slow.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
22 reviews on Google“Sandstone Health Care Center receives high praise from many families for its clean environment, compassionate staff, and engaging activities. While some long-term families report excellent care and support, there are critical concerns regarding medication administration and responsiveness to basic needs that potential residents should investigate.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Compassionate and friendly nursing staff
- Engaging activities for residents
- Helpful administrative support for billing issues
Concerns
- Delays in medication administration and staff assistance
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 23 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given that medication management is a high priority for our family, could you walk us through your current process for ensuring timely administration and how you track potential delays?
- 2I noticed the facility has a 3-star staffing rating; how do you ensure that residents receive prompt assistance when they use their call lights, especially during shift changes?
- 3With 10 state violations noted in the last year, what specific steps has the leadership team taken to address these concerns and improve the overall quality of care?
- 4I’ve read wonderful things about your activities program—what are some of the most popular ways residents stay engaged and social throughout the week?
- 5How does your nursing team coordinate with outside physicians to manage complex medical needs, and what is your protocol for handling urgent medical changes during the night?
- 6We appreciate how helpful your administrative team is with billing; how do you keep families updated on any changes in a resident’s health status or care plan?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The facility has always been very clean everytime we went to see my Dad. The staff, the case manager, nurses, nurse's aids and cafeteria workers were always very helpful and polite.”
“My elderly mother has stayed here twice for transition care after hospital stays for about 5 weeks. My mother and our family were very please with the care of the staff. The place is clean and she liked the meals.”
“My mom was a resident here for 4 years and she loved doing activities, she always said that was the best time of her day and anytime myself or my 2 sisters and brother could we would have the fun of participating in these many activities and mom loved it.”
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 · 17 measures
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Residents who got a urinary tract infection
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Short-stay 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
Sandstone Health Care Center has recurring deficiencies across multiple surveys, with families filing complaints about safety hazards and care issues. The facility consistently struggles with infection control, safety systems (fire suppression and emergency power), and quality of care including wound care and medication management. While the facility corrects identified issues, problems persist across different areas over time, suggesting ongoing operational challenges that families should carefully consider.
Apr 8, 2026Routine8
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Apr 8, 2026Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Mar 5, 2026Complaint2
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Dec 4, 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 13, 2025Routine11
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Jan 5, 2024Complaint1
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Dec 4, 2025
$26,685
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Sandstone Health Care Center
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Cura
9 facilities nationwide
Ownership & Management
Owners
Opatz, Tom
Owner
Struzyk, Fred
Owner
Key personnel
Contact
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References & Resources
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