Best Skilled Nursing in Albert Lea, Minnesota
6 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 6 skilled nursing communities in Albert Lea. Families rate them 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 108 public reviews.
- 6communities
- 4.2average rating, 5 rated
- 108family reviews read
Thorne Crest Senior Living Community
ALBERT LEA, Minnesota
4.5(34)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
St. John's Lutheran Community on Fountain Lake
Albert Lea, Minnesota
4.4(45)
Independent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Good Samaritan - Albert Lea - Bancroft Creek
Albert Lea, Minnesota
4.6(5)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Good Samaritan Society - Albert Lea
Albert Lea, Minnesota
4.2(12)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Good Samaritan - Albert Lea - Hidden Creek
Albert Lea, Minnesota
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
St. John's of Albert Lea
Albert Lea, Minnesota
3.3(12)
Independent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Albert Lea
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Thorne Crest Senior Living Community
4.5 (34 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe Thorne Crest as a warm, well-run continuum-of-care community where staff are attentive and responsive, especially during move-in and end-of-life transitions. Most reviewers praise the cleanliness,…
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St. John's Lutheran Community on Fountain Lake
4.4 (45 reviews)· Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Most reviewers describe St. John's Lutheran Community as a beautiful, lake-adjacent campus with warm, caring staff across independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. A few reviewers raise serious concerns about…
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Good Samaritan - Albert Lea - Bancroft Creek
4.6 (5 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The handful of available reviews are brief but consistently positive, with families praising the campus and staff. Beyond these short comments, the community offers 24-hour skilled nursing support and a direct connection…
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Good Samaritan Society - Albert Lea
4.2 (12 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe Good Samaritan Society - Albert Lea as a caring, clean campus where staff and therapists go out of their way to help residents recover and feel at home. Several reviewers highlight strong rehab and…
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3.3 (12 reviews)· Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviews for St. John's of Albert Lea are sharply mixed: some families praise attentive, caring staff and well-maintained facilities, while others report serious health and safety concerns and management problems. The…
What families say about skilled nursing in Albert Lea
Counted across the review summaries of 6 Albert Lea communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 83%
- Building and grounds 67%
- Medical and nursing care 50%
- Activities and social life 33%
- Cleanliness 33%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 50%
- Management 50%
- Cost and billing 50%
- Communication with families 33%
“Was a warm and friendly environment. He gave my father in law the care that he needed. If we had questions they were able to answer. My father in law seemed very comfortable there and he had no complaints.”
“The staff here is amazing. There is always something for your loved one to do and participate in if they would like. The food is very good according to my family member who lives here. This is all in all a beautiful place.”
Skilled Nursing in Albert Lea: the figures
- •3 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.7 out of 5: 1 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: on-site nurse (rn) (6), private rooms (6), 24-hour staff (6), gathering / activity spaces (6), housekeeping (6), medication management (6).
Skilled Nursing near Albert Lea
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
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About these figures
Computed on October 8, 2026 from the 6 communities listed in Albert Lea, 108 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Skilled Nursing in Albert Lea: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Albert Lea, Minnesota?
MyLivingChoice lists 6 skilled nursing long term care communities in Albert Lea, Minnesota, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Albert Lea are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Good Samaritan - Albert Lea - Bancroft Creek (4.6★, 5 ratings), Thorne Crest Senior Living Community (4.5★, 34 ratings), St. John's Lutheran Community on Fountain Lake (4.4★, 45 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Albert Lea?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Albert Lea has assisted living (8 communities), independent living (8 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (6 communities), home health (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Albert Lea?
Families rate Albert Lea skilled nursing long term care communities 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 108 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Albert Lea skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 6 Albert Lea communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 83%), building and grounds (mentioned for 67%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 50%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (50%), management (50%), cost and billing (50%).
How do Albert Lea nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Albert Lea carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.7 out of 5. 1 is rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Albert Lea bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
