Best Skilled Nursing in Rochester, Minnesota
5 communities found
Rochester offers 6 skilled nursing communities, all residential in scale, with 5 of them rated and an average rating of 4 out of 5 across 368 reviews read. Medicare star ratings average 2.8 across the 5 rated communities, with one at 5 stars and two others at 4 stars or higher. The mix leans toward mid to large communities, with 2 mid-sized and 3 large options among the 5 with known sizes.
- 5communities
- 3.8average rating, 4 rated
- 254family reviews read
Rochester Rehabilitation & Living Center
Rochester, Minnesota
5(2)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Samaritan Bethany Inc
Rochester, Minnesota
4.3(135)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Benedictine Living Community-Rochester Madonna Towers
Rochester, Minnesota
4.3(48)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
Rochester Restorative Care Center
Rochester, Minnesota
3.4(43)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Homestead at Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota
3.2(26)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Rochester
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.3 (135 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 128 units
- 2
Benedictine Living Community-Rochester Madonna Towers
4.3 (48 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 62 units
- 3
Rochester Restorative Care Center
3.4 (43 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 85 units
- 4
3.2 (26 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Homestead at Rochester provides assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing or long-term care, with a 3.1 out of 5 rating from 27 Google reviews.
What families say about skilled nursing in Rochester
Counted across the review summaries of 5 Rochester communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often point to medical and nursing care, noted by 50% of the 6 communities, and caring, attentive staff, mentioned by 33%. At the same time, cost and billing concerns come up across 100% of communities, and communication with families is flagged as a concern in 83% of them.
Praised most
- Medical and nursing care 60%
- Caring, attentive staff 40%
- Cleanliness 20%
- Building and grounds 20%
- Memory care 20%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 100%
- Cost and billing 100%
- Building and upkeep 40%
“Mallory was great to work with at MT. Was thrilled they were able to accommodate two loved one’s simultaneously needing varying levels of care. Overall, smooth and timely process.”
“I did clinicals here for my nursing assistant class and the staff and nurses I dealt with on the 4th floor were so friendly and caring. Everyone was really good at their job and I’m glad I got the opportunity to meet some of the residents. Thank you Samaritan Bethany for showing me so many things and teaching us!”
Skilled Nursing in Rochester: the figures
- •4 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2 out of 5: 0 rated four stars or better, 2 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: private rooms (5), on-site nurse (rn) (5), 24-hour staff (5), housekeeping (5), medication management (5), emergency call system (5).
How families pay for skilled nursing in Minnesota
Most Minnesota families start by paying privately, drawing on savings, retirement income, and often the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent or spouse has a policy, can also help cover the monthly cost of assisted living, memory care, or independent living. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that adds a monthly payment on top of a regular VA pension for those who need help with daily activities. It is worth checking early, since VA claims can take time to process.
The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in Minnesota. Prices by city and the programs that help: what senior living costs in Minnesota.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 5 communities listed in Rochester, 254 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; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Rochester ask about.
- Home Care in Minnesota: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Rochester: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Rochester, Minnesota?
MyLivingChoice lists 5 skilled nursing long term care communities in Rochester, Minnesota, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Rochester are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Samaritan Bethany Inc (4.3★, 135 ratings), Benedictine Living Community-Rochester Madonna Towers (4.3★, 48 ratings), Rochester Restorative Care Center (3.4★, 43 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Rochester?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Rochester has assisted living (12 communities), independent living (10 communities), home health (5 communities), memory care (5 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (5 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Rochester?
Families rate Rochester skilled nursing long term care communities 3.8 out of 5 on average, across 254 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Rochester skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 5 Rochester communities, the most common praise is medical and nursing care (mentioned for 60%), caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 40%), cleanliness (mentioned for 20%). The most common concerns are communication with families (100%), cost and billing (100%), building and upkeep (40%).
How do Rochester nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
4 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Rochester carry an overall star rating, averaging 2 out of 5. 0 are rated four stars or better and 2 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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Home care agencies serving Rochester bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
