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Cerenity Care Center on Humboldt

512 Humboldt Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55107 · Ramsey County

Explore personalized, faith-based senior living at Cerenity-Humboldt. Our community offers a range of care options to enhance seniors’ quality of life.

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Fair

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 81% full — openings are usually available.

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 Saint Paul

Cerenity Care Center on Humboldt is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Saint Paul, MN, with 93 certified beds and an average of about 75 residents per day.

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, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.89 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.88 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.8%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $96,721 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.89 hrs/resident/day)
•$96,721 in federal fines

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Saint Paul options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 93
Avg. residents/day: 75
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 245255

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 care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$12,280–$16,450/mo (median $13,940)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Minneapolis 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: 3.89; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.88; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 52.8%; 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): 9
Federal fines: 2 ($96,721)
Total penalties: 3
Last standard survey: 2026-03-05
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (42 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmResident 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.

2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmFreedom 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.

2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality 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.

2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2026-03-05Severity 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.

2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-05-15	Fine	$79,920
2024-12-05	Fine	$16,801
2024-05-22	Payment denial	—

Services & amenities

✓ 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
✓ Chapel / worship services
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

512 Humboldt Avenue, Saint Paul, MN

Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Google

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Common questions about Cerenity Care Center on Humboldt

How much does Cerenity Care Center on Humboldt cost?

Cerenity Care Center on Humboldt does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Saint Paul, MN area typically runs $12,280–$16,450 per month (median $13,940, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Cerenity Care Center on Humboldt's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Cerenity Care Center on Humboldt 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Cerenity Care Center on Humboldt?

Staff provide about 3.89 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Cerenity Care Center on Humboldt?

Cerenity Care Center on Humboldt has 42 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Cerenity Care Center on Humboldt have availability?

Typically 81% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Cerenity Care Center on Humboldt offer?

Cerenity Care Center on Humboldt in Saint Paul, MN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 93 beds.

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