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Minnesota Masonic Home

11501 MASONIC HOME DRIVE

4.2(40 ratings)· BLOOMINGTON average: 4.2

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Quick Facts

Medicare rating
5 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Corporation
Certified beds
194
Transitional Care
100-bed unit with therapy 7 days a week
Campus Size
83-acre continuum of care campus
Volunteer Program
Volunteers provide escorts, music, and pet visits

What Families Think

Families generally speak highly of the therapy team and long-term staff relationships at Minnesota Masonic Home, especially for those who've had a multi-year continuum-of-care experience. However, several reviews raise serious concerns about nursing care consistency and communication in the Transitional Care Unit, ranging from missed hygiene needs to a distressing discharge situation.

The Good

  • Multi-year residents report wonderful, professional, caring staff
  • Therapy (PT/OT/Speech) consistently praised as excellent
  • Better-than-acceptable food quality noted by reviewers
  • Regular activities and social events like bingo
  • On-site amenities: mini-mart, gift shop, library, grill

The Bad

  • One report of missed showers for several days at a time
  • One report of inconsistent hearing aid and monitor equipment care
  • One report of a resident found soaked in urine after outing
  • One report of nursing management being dismissive of concerns raised
  • One report of only one week's notice to find alternate housing

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Minnesota Masonic Home is a senior living community in BLOOMINGTON, Minnesota offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 40 reviews.

About Minnesota Masonic Home

Minnesota Masonic Home Care Center sits on an 83-acre campus in Bloomington, Minnesota. It is guided by the principles of its Masonic founders and informed by nearly a century of experience in senior care, with a mission to provide compassionate, quality care and services to aging adults.

The community offers assisted living apartments designed to give residents with changing healthcare needs both privacy and peace of mind. Care follows a resident-guided approach that focuses on helping each person live as independently and comfortably as possible.

For residents who require daily skilled nursing and ongoing medical attention, the campus provides long-term and memory care services. The memory care wing includes private and semi-private rooms designed with safety and comfort in mind.

A 100-bed Transitional Care Unit supports residents healing from orthopedic or cardiac events or recovering from stroke or surgery, offering therapy seven days per week.

Volunteers are an active part of daily life on campus, contributing throughout the week in roles ranging from church service escorts to nail care providers, musicians, and visits from four-legged companions, helping create a homelike atmosphere for residents.

Types of Care at Minnesota Masonic Home

Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Pet Friendly
  • Salon / Barber
  • Security

Activities

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Religious Services
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Minnesota Masonic Home

4.2overall · 40 ratings combined

4.2★ on Google (40)

Angela Chayce

Jul 2025

via Google

My mother has experienced various transitional care units (TCUs) throughout the Minneapolis area, and while many have presented challenges, she has found her time at MN Masonic to be quite positive. The level of care is commendable; she hasn’t faced the long wait times for assistance that have been an issue in other facilities. Additionally, she appreciates that the food quality is better than just acceptable. She enjoys participating in activities and social events, like bingo, which are offered regularly. The beautiful landscaping surrounding the building adds to her overall satisfaction. The mini-mart and gift shop provide a good selection of essentials, along with charming items such as purses and scarves. The grill is a nice touch, offering a pleasant space for lunch with family and friends. There’s also a small library that features a variety of books available for borrowing. Overall, MN Masonic definitely ranks among our top three facilities!

Tammy Morkassel

Dec 2023

via Google

Let me start with the positive- the therapy aspect of Masonic TCU was wonderful. We choose Masonic based on the therapy so we stuck with it. PT/OT/Group/Speech were all excellent! At the opposite end of the spectrum was the nursing care. We had issues on a daily basis with not receiving a shower or bath for several days. After coming from a 5 day hospital stay I told the staff she hadn’t had a bath for over a week & requested this asap. It was 6 days before she was bathed. The staff did not put in her hearing aids DAILY, in spite of having signs posted several places the room. She also had a halter monitor that required she have the transmitter with her & this was consistently dead or not with her at therapy. When I addressed these things with the nurse manager, she was irritated & made excuses. When we took mom out for Christmas, i called ahead & told them when we were picking her up so she’d be ready. After bringing her home, we discovered she was wet all the way thru her clothes from urine. Also, I received a call after 9pm that they couldn’t find her- they thought she had returned at 2:45. That means over 6 hours went by before they noticed this. (When we picked her up and asked about signing her out, the staff said she’s fine to go so did not have us sign her out.) During a care conference, the nurse manager told our assisted living nurse that her skin had no open areas, in spite of the fact she had sores all around her halter monitor that I had been pointing out to staff. These are only a few examples but there are MANY. As a nurse of 40 years, this was completely unacceptable. If you are looking for therapy, you will be pleased but plan that the other 20+ hours of care will be a challenge.

Lana Rodman

Apr 2022

via Google

Transitional Care Unit - I was there for 10 days of transition care for a total knee joint replacement. Love the staff! They are kind, caring, efficient, knowledgeable, etc. I am so glad that I went there. I would have never been so ahead in the recovery process if I did not go to Mn Masonic. I will be having the other knee joint replacement in the near future, and I'm not worried at all since I know where to go for transitional care. A+ :)

Nancy Andrews

Nov 2018

via Google

My parents have lived there for over 6 years. They have experienced all aspects of the home: independent living, transitional care, memory care, long term care and assisted living. Our experience has been wonderful. Very professional and caring staff who immediately respond to any concerns. I have visited daily for over six years and I have been very impressed by the loving care extended to all residents.

Megan Holroyd

Mar 2017

via Google

The Transitional Care Unit has major communication problems. They gave my family one week to find a different living situation for my Mom with barely any assistance. Our experience was nothing short of a nightmare. I've never written a review for anything. I'm doing so now, because the way we were treated was the worst experience of my life. Don't send your loved ones here.

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Government Inspection History

3 inspection visits in the last three years, 33 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Feb 12, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard11 citations
  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 30, 2026

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 30, 2026

  • Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 30, 2026

  • Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 26, 2026

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 30, 2026

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 30, 2026

  • 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 Mar 26, 2026

  • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 26, 2026

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 26, 2026

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 26, 2026

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 26, 2026

Dec 18, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard9 citations
  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 21, 2025

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 21, 2025

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 21, 2025

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 21, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 21, 2025

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 21, 2025

  • 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 Jan 21, 2025

  • 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 Jan 21, 2025

  • Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 21, 2025

Oct 19, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard13 citations
  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • 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 Nov 30, 2023

  • Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • 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 30, 2023

  • Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 30, 2023

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 Minnesota Masonic Home offer?

Minnesota Masonic Home offers Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Is Minnesota Masonic Home pet friendly?

Yes. Minnesota Masonic Home lists pet-friendly accommodations among its amenities. Ask about any size or breed policies when you visit.

Where is Minnesota Masonic Home located?

Minnesota Masonic Home is located at 11501 MASONIC HOME DRIVE in BLOOMINGTON, Minnesota.

What do families say about Minnesota Masonic Home?

Families generally speak highly of the therapy team and long-term staff relationships at Minnesota Masonic Home, especially for those who've had a multi-year continuum-of-care experience. However, several reviews raise serious concerns about nursing care consistency and communication in the Transitional Care Unit, ranging from missed hygiene needs to a distressing discharge situation.

How did Minnesota Masonic Home do on recent health and safety inspections?

Minnesota Masonic Home had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 33 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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