Essentia Health Living Center is a long-term care center offering 24-hour skilled nursing care in Fosston, Minnesota. The facility provides care for both long-term and short-term residents, and serves adults through its adult day services program. Staff members include those trained in Alzheimer's and dementia care, hospice, infection control, and antibiotic stewardship.
The center offers a range of specialized services including transitional care for patients recovering from surgery or accidents who are not yet ready to return home, respite care for temporary support when primary caregivers are unavailable, and hospice care providing compassionate end-of-life care with skilled nursing support. Rehabilitation nursing is available on site.
The facility is attached to a hospital and clinic, allowing residents access to a wide range of medical care in one location. A bus is available for recreational outings, and the activities department organizes games, music, and social programs to help residents connect with one another.
Residents may choose private or double rooms and bring small personal belongings. The center provides a five-meal plan that includes a choice of continental breakfast or brunch, lunch, dinner, and two snacks daily. Originally opened in the 1960s as a 50-bed skilled nursing home, the facility underwent renovations in 2016 that updated flooring, paint, wall decor, and furniture.
