Fairview University Trans Serv
Scout 100Minneapolis, MN · 28 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Minneapolis's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,280–$16,450/mo
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Elim Wellspring Health Care Center
701 First Street, Princeton, MN 55371 · Mille Lacs County
Welcome to Elim Wellspring, a continuing care community. A full life today, peace of mind for tomorrow Elim Wellspring is a wellness-focused, amenity-rich senior living community that combines warmth and hospitality with the expertise of…
100
ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 92% full (80 of 86 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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.
One of Princeton's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Elim Wellspring Health Care Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Princeton, MN, with 86 certified beds and an average of about 80 residents per day. It operates as part of the Cassia network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.74 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.98 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 1 health deficiency at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.74 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Princeton for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 86
- Avg. residents/day
- 80
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Cassia
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 245494
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| 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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.74
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.98
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 46%
- 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)
- 1
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-18
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (2 citations on record — showing the latest 2). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-18Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-11-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
701 First Street, Princeton, MN
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Elim Wellspring Health Care Center
How much does Elim Wellspring Health Care Center cost?
Elim Wellspring Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Princeton, 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 Elim Wellspring Health Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Elim Wellspring Health Care Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Elim Wellspring Health Care Center?
Staff provide about 4.74 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Elim Wellspring Health Care Center?
Elim Wellspring Health Care Center has 2 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Elim Wellspring Health Care Center have availability?
Typically 92% full (80 of 86 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Elim Wellspring Health Care Center offer?
Elim Wellspring Health Care Center in Princeton, MN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 86 beds.
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Your next steps — this week
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- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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