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Lake Minnetonka Shores

4527 Shoreline Drive, Spring Park, MN 55384 · Hennepin County

Enjoy lakeside senior living in Spring Park, Minnesota, at Lake Minnetonka Shores. This community offers assisted living, memory care and more!

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Exceptional

Haven 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 (55 of 60 beds occupied on an average day).

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

Our evaluation

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One of Spring Park's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Lake Minnetonka Shores is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Spring Park, MN, with 60 certified beds and an average of about 55 residents per day. It operates as part of the Presbyterian Homes & Services network.

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

Staff provide about 4.30 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.31 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 27.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,827 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.30 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Spring Park for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 60
Avg. residents/day: 55
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Presbyterian Homes & Services
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 245210

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: 4.30; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.31; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 27.1%; 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): 0
Federal fines: 1 ($8,827)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-04-03
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (9 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-04-25Severity J — immediate jeopardyResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

2024-04-25Severity 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.

2024-04-25Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy 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, compar…

2024-04-25Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-04-25Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

2024-04-25Severity C — minimalNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

2023-08-24Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

2023-08-24Severity 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.

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
2024-04-25	Fine	$8,827

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Memory care
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Fitness center
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Library
✓ Studio apartments
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

4527 Shoreline Drive, Spring Park, 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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Google

3.7

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Common questions about Lake Minnetonka Shores

How much does Lake Minnetonka Shores cost?

Lake Minnetonka Shores does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Spring Park, 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 Lake Minnetonka Shores's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Lake Minnetonka Shores 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Lake Minnetonka Shores?

Staff provide about 4.30 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 27.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Lake Minnetonka Shores?

Lake Minnetonka Shores has 9 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-03). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Lake Minnetonka Shores have availability?

Typically 92% full (55 of 60 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Lake Minnetonka Shores offer?

Lake Minnetonka Shores in Spring Park, MN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 60 beds.

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