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Benedictine Living Community | Mother of Mercy

230 Church Avenue, Box 676, Albany, MN 56307 · Stearns County

Faith-based senior living in Albany, MN. Mother of Mercy offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and rehab. Schedule a tour today.

2.0CMS overall rating(320) 845-2195Visit website ↗
45
Fair
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 68% full — availability is generally good.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Albany

Benedictine Living Community | Mother of Mercy is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Albany, MN, with 76 certified beds and an average of about 52 residents per day. It operates as part of the Benedictine Health System network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.98 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.78 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 55.2%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $69,449 in the recent record.

Strengths

  • Above-average nurse staffing (4.98 hrs/resident/day)
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • $69,449 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Albany options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
76
Avg. residents/day
52
Ownership
Non profit - Church related
Part of a chain
Benedictine Health System
Continuing care
Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #
245339

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$10,270–$13,750/mo (median $11,660)Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)$2,120–$7,700/mo (median $5,180)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local St. Cloud prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
4.98
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.78
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
55.2%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey)
5
Federal fines
1 ($69,449)
Total penalties
2
Last standard survey
2026-02-26
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (28 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-26Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2026-02-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

2026-02-26Severity D — potential for harmResident 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.

2026-02-26Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

2026-02-26Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-12-20Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2024-12-20Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

2024-12-20Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

DateTypeAmount
2024-12-20Fine$69,449
2024-12-20Payment denial

Services & amenities

  • Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Memory care
  • Respite / short-term stays
  • Scheduled transportation
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Wellness programs
  • Daily activities & events

Location

230 Church Avenue, Box 676, Albany, MN

  • Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

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Common questions about Benedictine Living Community | Mother of Mercy

How much does Benedictine Living Community | Mother of Mercy cost?

Benedictine Living Community | Mother of Mercy does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Albany, MN area typically runs $10,270–$13,750 per month (median $11,660, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Benedictine Living Community | Mother of Mercy's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Benedictine Living Community | Mother of Mercy 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Benedictine Living Community | Mother of Mercy?

Staff provide about 4.98 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 55.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Benedictine Living Community | Mother of Mercy?

Benedictine Living Community | Mother of Mercy has 28 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Benedictine Living Community | Mother of Mercy have availability?

Typically 68% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Benedictine Living Community | Mother of Mercy offer?

Benedictine Living Community | Mother of Mercy in Albany, MN offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 76 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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