Boundary Waters Care Center
200 West Conan Street
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 42
- Medicare rating
- 5 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 42
- Inspections
- View history (27 citations)
- Rehabilitation focus
- Post-operative and orthopedic surgery recovery care
- Therapy services
- On-site occupational and physical therapy staff
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
The Good
- Short-term rehabilitation with dedicated occupational and physical therapy staff
- Post-operative and orthopedic recovery care available
- Onsite barber and beauty salon
- Housekeeping and laundry service included
- Scheduled transportation for residents
The Bad
- No reviews available to gauge family experiences
- No published pricing information provided
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Boundary Waters Care Center is a senior living community in Ely, Minnesota offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Transportation Services, Salon / Barber and Housekeeping.
About Boundary Waters Care Center
Boundary Waters Care Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Ely, Minnesota, providing around-the-clock care for residents who require professional nursing services or are unable to live independently.
The facility offers short-term rehabilitation services with occupational and physical therapy delivered by a dedicated rehabilitation staff. Post-operative care and rehabilitative therapy are available for residents recovering from orthopedic surgery and other major medical procedures.
The community is guided by a program called Caring Above and Beyond, which emphasizes quality care and customer service anchored in values of hospitality, stewardship, integrity, respect, and humor. Staff are committed to helping each resident experience dignity, pride, and personal satisfaction of achievement during what the facility recognizes as a challenging time in their lives.
Amenities at Boundary Waters Care Center include an onsite barber and beauty salon, housekeeping, laundry service, and scheduled transportation to support resident comfort and independence.
Types of Care at Boundary Waters Care Center
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Wheelchair Accessible
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Salon / Barber
- Transportation Services
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Government Inspection History
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 27 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Dec 11, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard2 citations
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 13, 2026
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 29, 2025
Oct 16, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard11 citations
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 18, 2024
Have horizontal exits used in accordance with safety requirements.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 18, 2024
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 18, 2024
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 18, 2024
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 18, 2024
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 18, 2024
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 18, 2024
Install noncombustible or limited-combustible interior walls.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 18, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 18, 2024
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 18, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 18, 2024
Jan 25, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard14 citations
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 24, 2024
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 24, 2024
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 24, 2024
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 24, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 24, 2024
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 24, 2024
Have horizontal exits used in accordance with safety requirements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 24, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 24, 2024
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2024
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2024
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2024
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Boundary Waters Care Center offer?
Boundary Waters Care Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Boundary Waters Care Center located?
Boundary Waters Care Center is located at 200 West Conan Street in Ely, Minnesota.
How did Boundary Waters Care Center do on recent health and safety inspections?
Boundary Waters Care Center had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 27 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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