Tammy Lallier
Nov 2021
best facility to put your loved ones in. they take such good care of the residents. Also a great place to work with health benefits retirement plan great wages.
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 54
- Medicare rating
- 5 of 5
- Ownership
- Government, Federal
- Certified beds
- 54
- Inspections
- View history (20 citations)
- Facility type
- State-operated Minnesota veterans home
- Care structure
- Four households with shared kitchens and living areas
- Rehab services
- On-site gym for PT, OT, and speech therapy
- Family involvement
- Formal monthly Family Council meetings
- Location perk
- Direct Lake Superior access for boating and fishing
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
This is a Minnesota state-run veterans' home combining skilled nursing and memory care on the shores of Lake Superior. No family reviews with detailed comments are available yet, though the facility holds a perfect 5-star Google rating from a small number of reviewers. Information here comes from the community's own description rather than firsthand family accounts.
The Good
- Dedicated memory care coordinators for engagement
- On-site physical, occupational, and speech rehab
- Lake Superior access for fishing and boating
- Monthly family council for resident concerns
- Dietitian-planned menus with special requests honored
The Bad
- Speech therapy described as limited in scope
- No detailed family reviews available to verify care quality
- No published pricing information
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Minnesota Veterans Home is a senior living community in Silver Bay, Minnesota offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gardening Club. Families rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 9 reviews.
About Minnesota Veterans Home
Minnesota Veterans Home - Silver Bay is a state-operated veterans facility providing assisted living and memory care services located on the shores of Lake Superior in Silver Bay, Minnesota. The home is organized into four households, each with common living areas, kitchens, and dining spaces designed to foster a neighborhood atmosphere among residents.
The facility offers comprehensive care services including rehabilitation therapies such as physical, occupational, and limited speech therapy delivered in a large rehabilitation gym. Staff members receive specialized training in engaging residents at their highest mental, social, and emotional levels. Life Enrichment Coordinators work specifically with memory care residents to provide meaningful activities including music therapy, small group therapy, and special programming.
Residents enjoy a robust calendar of activities both on-site and throughout the Arrowhead Region. On-site recreation includes concerts, special dinners, happy hours, outdoor campfires, and crafts in a dedicated craft room. The property features outdoor patios with gardening space and abundant access to Lake Superior for fishing and pontoon boat opportunities. Residents also participate in community events such as theatre, parades, festivals, and dining at local restaurants.
The Minnesota Veterans Home Family Council provides a formal structure for communication and collaboration between administration, families, staff, and residents. The council meets monthly to discuss concerns, share ideas, and develop projects aimed at improving quality of life and resident well-being. The dietary menu is developed by registered dietitians to provide balanced, nutritious meals with menu options and special requests available to accommodate individual preferences.
Types of Care at Minnesota Veterans Home
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- 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)
- Outdoor Patio
Activities
- Arts and Crafts
- Birthday / Holiday Parties
- Day Trips and Outings
- Games
- Gardening Club
- Religious Services
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Minnesota Veterans Home
5overall · 9 ratings combined
5★ on Google (9)
JAM MAC
Jul 2021
Visiting my great uncle there was a pleasure and a facility seemed quite wonderful that's coming from my healthcare professional who's working long-term care before
jeremiah lahr
Dec 2019
Amazing home! The place, people and environment are great! I think it's the best we could have found for my grandfather.
Matt Cournoyer
Dec 2017
My dad was here... And the place, the people working here and the residents are truly amazing. My family and I were very grateful for all the love support and strength given here. I would recommend this place time and time again!!💞
Caroline Holmes
Nov 2017
Beautiful place! Great atmosphere! Great food! Great staff!!!
Government Inspection History
4 inspection visits in the last three years, 20 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Apr 16, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard9 citations
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 28, 2026
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 15, 2026
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 May 19, 2026
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 May 19, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 19, 2026
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 19, 2026
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 Apr 15, 2026
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 15, 2026
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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 19, 2026
Mar 20, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 30, 2025
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 Mar 19, 2025
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 19, 2025
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 Apr 16, 2025
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 19, 2025
Jan 15, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 10, 2025
Apr 11, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 30, 2024
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 10, 2024
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2024
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 20, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 20, 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 Minnesota Veterans Home offer?
Minnesota Veterans Home offers Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Minnesota Veterans Home located?
Minnesota Veterans Home is located at 56 Outer Drive in Silver Bay, Minnesota.
What do families say about Minnesota Veterans Home?
This is a Minnesota state-run veterans' home combining skilled nursing and memory care on the shores of Lake Superior. No family reviews with detailed comments are available yet, though the facility holds a perfect 5-star Google rating from a small number of reviewers. Information here comes from the community's own description rather than firsthand family accounts.
How did Minnesota Veterans Home do on recent health and safety inspections?
Minnesota Veterans Home had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 20 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.
How can families visit Minnesota Veterans Home?
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