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The Villas at the Park

Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.

4415 West 36 1/2 Street, Wolfe Park · Saint Louis Park, MN 5541652 bedsLicensed & Active
2/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.3/5

based on 35 Google reviews

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3/ 10
moderate Risk

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 (8 vs median 6.5)

Below average in MN · Below recommended RN staffing · $105,301 in fines

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

The facility is highly regarded for its physical maintenance and independent living environment, making it a strong choice for active seniors. However, families considering memory care should exercise caution and ask direct questions about staff turnover rates and communication protocols, as these are recurring pain points for families in that unit.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

35 reviews on Google
The Villas at the Park (often referred to as Parkshore in reviews) is a senior living community that receives high praise for its well-maintained facilities, attractive grounds, and responsive maintenance team. However, families have reported significant concerns regarding inconsistent communication, high staff turnover in memory care, and the sudden discontinuation of promised services. While independent living residents often report a positive experience, those seeking higher levels of care have encountered frustration with operational reliability.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details
Food8.0Staff6.0Clean9.0Activities5.0MedsN/AMemory2.0Comms3.0Value7.0

Strengths

  • Well-maintained, clean, and beautiful facility
  • Responsive and efficient maintenance staff
  • Professional and caring independent living staff
  • Attractive amenities including patio, atrium, and bistro

Concerns

  • Poor communication and lack of responsiveness to family inquiries (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Inconsistent care and high staff turnover in memory care units (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Discontinuation of services after move-in (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

234'17(7)'19(1)'22(2)'24(1)'26(1)

Distribution · 40 analyzed

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26
4
7
3
4
2
1
1
2

How They Respond to Reviews

17%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given that memory care is a specialized area of focus here, what specific training or consistency measures do you have in place for the staff working in that unit?
  • 2I noticed the facility has a beautiful atrium and bistro; how do you encourage residents to utilize these spaces for daily social activities?
  • 3What is your standard protocol for keeping families updated on a resident's status, and who is the primary point of contact for addressing our questions or concerns?
  • 4With the recent focus on staffing levels, how do you ensure that the quality of care remains consistent for residents throughout the week?
  • 5Can you walk me through your process for handling medical emergencies or urgent health changes, especially during evening or weekend hours?
  • 6We want to ensure a smooth transition; how do you manage the continuity of services and care plans once a resident has fully moved in?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

My parents have been in Parkwood (Memory Care Unit at Parkshore) since June. The experience has been very disappointing. We thought we had vetted the facility thoroughly. They talk a good talk but the experience hasn’t matched.

Memory care family member · 2022☆☆☆☆

Management here is 110% dedicated to high quality and professionalism in delivery of services and meeting residents' needs. There are no corners cut, staff is incredibly great, and the facility is wonderfully maintained.

Long-term resident's family · 2022★★★★★

Friendly, excellent staff, well managed, good facility such as patio, atrium, dining room etc., well maintained, quick and excellent maintenance staff.

Resident · 2025★★★★★
Source: 35 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.65hrs
86%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.26hrs
80%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
43%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
0%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
4/ 5
Better Than Avg

7

measures

Worse Than Avg

6

measures

Mixed Results

4

measures

Long-Stay Residents
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility8.0%
Better than Avg
Here
8.0%
US
15.3%
MN
21.4%
Hennepin
18.2%
💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility85.4%
Worse than Avg
Here
85.4%
US
95.5%
MN
96.1%
Hennepin
94.3%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility8.6%
Better than Avg
Here
8.6%
US
14.4%
MN
18.6%
Hennepin
16.2%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility16.5%
Better than Avg
Here
16.5%
US
19.4%
MN
24.5%
Hennepin
20.2%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility9.5%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
9.5%
US
12.1%
MN
4.3%
Hennepin
5.7%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility17.1%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
17.1%
US
19.5%
MN
12.5%
Hennepin
12.9%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility52.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
52.2%
US
79.7%
MN
82.7%
Hennepin
81.0%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility66.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
66.9%
US
81.8%
MN
88.3%
Hennepin
86.3%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
1.6%
MN
1.8%
Hennepin
2.2%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

8deficiencies
19penalties
Near state avg (8.0)
6 complaint-triggered
$105,301 in fines

The Villas at the Park has a concerning pattern of 42 deficiencies across 4 surveys, including families filing complaints about medication management and care planning. Recurring issues include medication errors, infection control problems, fire safety violations, and resident care quality concerns. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the facility continues having problems with fire safety systems and medication management across multiple surveys, suggesting persistent operational challenges families should carefully consider.

Nov 20, 2025Routine
11
0688Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0583Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

0321Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0353Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0920Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0552Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

0605Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

0679Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

0811Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are assessed for appropriateness for a feeding assistant program, receive services as per their plan of care, and feeding assistants are trained and supervised.

0847Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.

Oct 24, 2024Routine
12
0686Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0225Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0363Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0554Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

0604Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

0688Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0909Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

Nov 9, 2023Routine
13
0901Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Electrical Deficiencies

Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0211Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0345Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0554Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

0677Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0758Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0791Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

0808Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.

0041Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

0908Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Nov 9, 2023Complaint
5
0759Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0755Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0760Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

0770Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

May 5, 2023Complaint
1
0655Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Federal Penalties

Fine

Oct 24, 2024

$17,989

Fine

Oct 30, 2023

$4,587

Fine

Oct 23, 2023

$4,587

Fine

Oct 17, 2023

$4,587

Fine

Oct 10, 2023

$4,587

Fine

Oct 2, 2023

$4,587

Fine

Sep 25, 2023

$4,587

Fine

Sep 18, 2023

$4,587

Fine

Sep 11, 2023

$4,587

Fine

Sep 5, 2023

$4,587

Fine

Aug 28, 2023

$4,587

Fine

Aug 21, 2023

$4,587

Fine

Aug 14, 2023

$4,235

Fine

Aug 7, 2023

$3,882

Fine

Jul 17, 2023

$9,527

Fine

Jun 26, 2023

$2,470

Fine

Jun 20, 2023

$2,117

Fine

Jun 12, 2023

$1,764

Fine

May 23, 2023

$3,174

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

The Villas at the Park

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Monarch Healthcare Management

Chain Size

45 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 2.3/5 · Rank 20 of 45

Ownership & Management

Owners

Nij LLC

Owner · Organization

16%

Spartan Healthcare LLC

Owner · Organization

32%

Wbs Holdings LLC

Owner · Organization

26%

Yazoma Holdings, LLC

Owner · Organization

26%

Halpert, Marc

Owner (parent company)

32%

Jaffa, Noam

Owner (parent company)

16%

Legum, Joshua

Owner (parent company)

26%

Stern, William

Owner (parent company)

26%

Key personnel

Legum, JoshuaContracted Managing EmployeeJaffa, NoamOfficer / DirectorHalpert, MarcOfficer / DirectorStern, WilliamOfficer / DirectorMonarch Healthcare Operating Xii LLCManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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