Assisted Living and Memory Care
Babbit Carefree Living by Oxfo
1 Central Boulevard, Babbitt, MN 55706 · Map
Licensed for 38 residents · BABBIT CAREFREE LIVING BY OXFORD LIVING
Babbit Carefree Living by Oxfo is a state-licensed assisted living, memory care community in Babbitt, Minnesota. It is licensed for 38 residents. Lilisity publishes no score or ranking for this community; the details below come from the state licensing record.
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License
Active, 38 residents
Assisted Living Facility Dementia Care 425407, current license dated Apr 29, 2026. Licensee BABBIT CAREFREE LIVING BY OXFORD LIVING.
Nearest emergency room
13.5 miles
Ely - Bloomenson Community Hospital.
Side by side with nearby communities
The 4 nearest communities that offer assisted living, by straight-line distance. Prices are starting prices each community publishes; we never show estimates.
| Community | Distance | Licensed capacity | Published starting price | License | Inspection citations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Babbit Carefree Living by Oxfo this community | 38 | Not published | Active | 1 substantiated | |
| Ely Carefree Living by Oxford | 13.5 mi | 48 | Not published | Active | 1 substantiated |
| Vermilion Senior Living | 16.6 mi | 24 | Not published | Active | 1 substantiated |
| Aurora Carefree Living by Oxfo | 18.4 mi | 52 | Not published | Active | 0 substantiated |
| Edgewood Virginia I Senior Liv | 30.1 mi | 212 | Not published | Active | 1 substantiated |
State inspection record1 substantiated
- Last evaluation
- December 10, 2025
- Evaluations on record
- 2
- Investigations substantiated
- 1 kept 7 years
- Inconclusive
- 0 kept 4 years
- Unsubstantiated
- 1 kept 3 years
Most recent evaluation (December 10, 2025, state report V1NY11)
MDH: “On December 8, 2025, through December 10, 2025, the Minnesota Department of Health conducted a change of ownership (CHOW) survey at the above provider.”
Survey completed December 10, 2025: 15 correction orders
- Tag 480: 144G.41 Subdivision 1 Subd. 1a (a-b) Minimum requirements; required food services Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Please refer to the FBEIR for any compliance dates
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure food was prepared and served according to the Minnesota Food Code.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure food was prepared and served according to the Minnesota Food Code. This practice resulted in a level two violation (a violation that did not harm a resident's health or safety but had the potential to have harmed a resident's health or safety, but was not likely to cause serious injury, impairment, or death), and is issued at a widespread scope (when problems are pervasive or represent a systemic failure that has [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) Except as provided in paragraph (b), food must be prepared and served according to the Minnesota Food Code, Minnesota Rules, chapter 4626. [...]”
- Tag 620: 144G.42 Subd. 6 (a) / 626.557, Subd. 3 Compliance with requirements for reporting ma Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Two (2) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to submit a report to the Minnesota Adult Abuse Reporting Center (MAARC) for one of one resident (R4) who eloped from the facility.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to submit a report to the Minnesota Adult Abuse Reporting Center (MAARC) for one of one resident (R4) who eloped from the facility. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) The assisted living facility must comply with the requirements for the reporting of maltreatment of vulnerable adults in section 626.557. [...]”
- Tag 680: 144G.42 Subd. 10 Disaster planning and emergency preparedness Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-One (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to develop a written emergency preparedness plan (EPP) with all the required content.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to develop a written emergency preparedness plan (EPP) with all the required content. This had the potential to affect all residents, staff, and visitors of the facility. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) The facility must meet the following requirements: (1) have a written emergency disaster plan that contains a plan for evacuation, addresses elements of sheltering in place, identifies temporary relocation sites, and details staff assignments in the event [...]”
- Tag 775: 144G.45 Subd. 2. (a) Fire protection and physical environment Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Seven (7) days · fine: $500.00 assessed
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure the physical environment of the facility was maintained in compliance with the requirements of Minnesota Statute 144G.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure the physical environment of the facility was maintained in compliance with the requirements of Minnesota Statute 144G. [...]”
Rule cited: “Each assisted living facility must comply with the State Fire Code in Minnesota Rules, chapter 7511, and:”
- Tag 810: 144G.45 Subd. 2 (b-f) Fire protection and physical environment Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-One (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure the physical environment of the facility was maintained in compliance with the requirements of Minnesota Statute 144G.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure the physical environment of the facility was maintained in compliance with the requirements of Minnesota Statute 144G. [...]”
Rule cited: “(b) Each assisted living facility shall develop and maintain fire safety and evacuation plans. [...]”
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- Tag 1370: 144G.61 Subd. 2 (a) Training and evaluation of unlicensed personn Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure training and competency evaluations included all the required training for one of two unlicensed personnel, (ULP)-F.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure training and competency evaluations included all the required training for one of two unlicensed personnel, (ULP)-F. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) Training and competency evaluations for all unlicensed personnel must include the following: (1) documentation requirements for all services provided; (2) reports of changes in the resident's condition to the supervisor designated by the facility; (3) [...]”
- Tag 1380: 144G.61 Subd. 2 (b) Training and evaluation of unlicensed personn Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure training and competency evaluations included all the required training for one of two unlicensed personnel, (ULP)-F.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure training and competency evaluations included all the required training for one of two unlicensed personnel, (ULP)-F. [...]”
Rule cited: “(b) In addition to paragraph (a), training and competency evaluation for unlicensed personnel providing assisted living services must include: (1) observing, reporting, and documenting resident status; (2) basic knowledge of body functioning and changes in [...]”
- Tag 1440: 144G.62 Subd. 4 Supervision of staff providing delegated nurs Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Twenty-One (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure direct supervision of staff performing delegated tasks was provided within 30 calendar days after the date on which the individual had begun working for the licensee for one of one unlicensed personnel (ULP)-F.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure direct supervision of staff performing delegated tasks was provided within 30 calendar days after the date on which the individual had begun working for the licensee for one of one unlicensed personnel (ULP)-F. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) Staff who perform delegated nursing or therapy tasks must be supervised by an appropriate licensed health professional or a registered nurse according to the assisted living facility's policy where the services are being provided to verify that the work [...]”
- Tag 1470: 144G.63 Subd. 2 Content of required orientation Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure employees received orientation to assisted living requirements and regulations prior to providing services for one of three employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-F).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure employees received orientation to assisted living requirements and regulations prior to providing services for one of three employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-F). [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) The orientation must contain the following topics: (1) an overview of this chapter; (2) an introduction and review of the facility's policies and procedures related to the provision of assisted living services by the individual staff person; (3) handling [...]”
- Tag 1540: 144G.64 (a) (3) Training in Dementia, Mental Illness, and De- Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure staff received dementia training in the required areas and time frame in accordance with 144G.64 for one of two employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP-F).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure staff received dementia training in the required areas and time frame in accordance with 144G.64 for one of two employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP-F). [...]”
Rule cited: “(3) for assisted living facilities with dementia care, direct-care staff must have completed at least eight hours of initial training on topics specified under paragraph (b) within 80 working hours of the employment start date. [...]”
- Tag 1620: 144G.70 Subd. 2 (c-e) Initial reviews, assessments, and monitoring Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Two-day (2) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure the registered nurse (RN) completed a comprehensive reassessment for one of one resident (R4) who eloped from the facility.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure the registered nurse (RN) completed a comprehensive reassessment for one of one resident (R4) who eloped from the facility. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) Residents who are not receiving any assisted living services shall not be required to undergo an initial nursing assessment. [...]”
- Tag 2040: 144G.81 Subdivision 1 Fire protection and physical environment Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure the physical environment of the facility was maintained in compliance with the requirements of Minnesota Statute 144G.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure the physical environment of the facility was maintained in compliance with the requirements of Minnesota Statute 144G. [...]”
Rule cited: “An assisted living facility with dementia care must meet the requirements of section 144G.45 and the following additional requirements: (1) an assessment of safety risks must be performed on and around the property. [...]”
- Tag 2180: 144G.84 SERVICES FOR RESIDENTS WITH DEMENTIA Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure behavioral symptoms identified were addressed on the service plan for one of one resident (R2).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure behavioral symptoms identified were addressed on the service plan for one of one resident (R2). This practice resulted in a level two violation (a violation that did not harm a resident's health or safety but had the potential to have harmed a resident's health or safety, but was not likely to cause serious injury, impairment, or death), and was issued at an isolated scope (when one or a limited number of residents are affected [...]”
Rule cited: “(e) Behavioral symptoms that negatively impact the resident and others in the assisted living facility with dementia care must be evaluated and included on the service or care plan. [...]”
- Tag 2320: 144G.91 Subd. 4 (b) Appropriate care and services Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to provide care and services according to acceptable health care medical or nursing standards for medication administration by one of three employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-F) not following the medication administration procedure.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to provide care and services according to acceptable health care medical or nursing standards for medication administration by one of three employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-F) not following the medication administration procedure. [...]”
Rule cited: “(b) Residents have the right to receive health care and other assisted living services with continuity from people who are properly trained and competent to perform their duties and in sufficient numbers to adequately provide the services agreed to in the [...]”
- Tag 2410: 144G.91 Subd. 13 Personal and treatment privacy Level 2, pattern scope, scope/level letter E · correction period: Seven (7) day
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure privacy was maintained for two of two residents (R6, R5) during medication and treatment administration services.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure privacy was maintained for two of two residents (R6, R5) during medication and treatment administration services. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) Residents have the right to consideration of their privacy, individuality, and cultural identity as related to their social, religious, and psychological well-being. [...]”
From MDH’s letter: the letter says the facility is in substantial compliance.
Food and beverage inspection (included in this report): Food and beverage inspection report included
Fines assessed by MDH
- Tag 775 (144g.45 Subd. 2. (a) - Fire Protection And Physical Environment): $500.00
Total fines assessed, as printed in the letter: $500.00.
Earlier evaluations (1)
- February 2, 2023: report P73S11 · 22 correction orders
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Survey completed February 2, 2023: 22 correction orders
- Tag 480: 144G.41 Subd 1 (13) (i) (B) Minimum requirements Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure food was prepared and served according to the Minnesota Food Code.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure food was prepared and served according to the Minnesota Food Code. This practice resulted in a level two violation (a violation that did not harm a resident's health or safety but had the potential to have harmed a resident's health or safety) and was issued at a widespread scope (when problems are pervasive or represent a systemic failure that has affected or has the potential to affect a large portion or all the [...]”
Rule cited: “(13) offer to provide or make available at least the following services to residents: (B) food must be prepared and served according to the Minnesota Food Code, Minnesota Rules, chapter 4626; and”
- Tag 680: 144G.42 Subd. 10 Disaster planning and emergency preparedness Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-One (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to develop a written emergency preparedness plan (EPP) with all the required content.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to develop a written emergency preparedness plan (EPP) with all the required content. This had the potential to affect all residents, staff, and visitors of the facility. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) The facility must meet the following requirements: (1) have a written emergency disaster plan that contains a plan for evacuation, addresses elements of sheltering in place, identifies temporary relocation sites, and details staff assignments in the event [...]”
- Tag 730: 144G.43 Subd. 3 Contents of resident record Level 2, pattern scope, scope/level letter E · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure documentation of services were maintained for three of three residents (R2, R3, R4).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure documentation of services were maintained for three of three residents (R2, R3, R4). This practice resulted in a level two violation (a violation that did not harm a resident's health or safety but had the potential to have harmed a resident's health or safety, but was not likely to cause serious injury, impairment, or death) and was issued at a pattern scope (when more than a limited number of residents are [...]”
Rule cited: “Contents of a resident record include the following for each resident: (1) identifying information, including the resident's name, date of birth, address, and telephone number; (2) the name, address, and telephone number of the resident's emergency contact, [...]”
- Tag 800: 144G.45 Subd. 2 (a) (4) Fire protection and physical environment Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to maintain the physical environment, including walls, floors, ceiling, all furnishings, grounds, systems, and equipment in a continuous state of good repair and operation with regard to the health, safety, comfort, and well-being of the residents.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to maintain the physical environment, including walls, floors, ceiling, all furnishings, grounds, systems, and equipment in a continuous state of good repair and operation with regard to the health, safety, comfort, and well-being of the residents. This deficient condition had the potential to affect all staff, residents, and visitors. [...]”
Rule cited: “(4) keep the physical environment, including walls, floors, ceiling, all furnishings, grounds, systems, and equipment in a continuous state of good repair and operation with regard to the health, safety, comfort, and well-being of the residents in accordance [...]”
- Tag 810: 144G.45 Subd. 2 (b)-(f) Fire protection and physical environment Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to develop a fire safety and evacuation plan with required elements, failed to provide required employee and resident training on fire safety and evacuation, and failed to conduct the required evacuation drills.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on a record review and interview, the licensee failed to develop a fire safety and evacuation plan with required elements, failed to provide required employee and resident training on fire safety and evacuation, and failed to conduct the required evacuation drills. This had the potential to affect all staff, residents, and visitors. [...]”
Rule cited: “(b) Each assisted living facility shall develop and maintain fire safety and evacuation plans. [...]”
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- Tag 820: 144G.45 Subd. 2 (g) Fire protection and physical environment Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Two (2) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to provide facilities that were not a distinct hazard to life.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to provide facilities that were not a distinct hazard to life. This had the potential to directly affect all residents and staff. [...]”
Rule cited: “(g) Existing construction or elements, including assisted living facilities that were registered as housing with services establishments under chapter 144D prior to August 1, 2021, shall be permitted to continue in use provided such use does not constitute a [...]”
- Tag 930: 144G.50 Subd. 2 (d-e; 1-4) Contract information Level 1, widespread scope, scope/level letter C · correction period: Twenty-One (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to execute a written assisted living contract with the required content for three of three residents (R2, R3, R4).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to execute a written assisted living contract with the required content for three of three residents (R2, R3, R4). This had the potential to affect all 31 residents. [...]”
Rule cited: “(d) The contract must include a description of the facility's complaint resolution process available to residents, including the name and contact information of the person representing the facility who is designated to handle and resolve complaints. [...]”
- Tag 1370: 144G.61 Subd. 2 (a) Training and evaluation of unlicensed personn Level 2, pattern scope, scope/level letter E · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure training and competency was completed for two of two unlicensed personnel (ULP-F, ULP-H) to include all required content.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure training and competency was completed for two of two unlicensed personnel (ULP-F, ULP-H) to include all required content. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) Training and competency evaluations for all unlicensed personnel must include the following: (1) documentation requirements for all services provided; (2) reports of changes in the resident's condition to the supervisor designated by the facility; (3) [...]”
- Tag 1500: 144G.63 Subd. 5 Required annual training Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure employees received at least eight hours of annual training for each 12 months of employment, including required content, for one of one employee (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-F).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure employees received at least eight hours of annual training for each 12 months of employment, including required content, for one of one employee (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-F). [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) All staff that perform direct services must complete at least eight hours of annual training for each 12 months of employment. [...]”
- Tag 1540: 144G.64 (a) TRAINING IN DEMENTIA CARE REQUIRED Level 2, pattern scope, scope/level letter E · correction period: Twenty-One (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure two of three employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-F, ULP-H) received the required amount of dementia care training in the required time frame.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure two of three employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-F, ULP-H) received the required amount of dementia care training in the required time frame. [...]”
Rule cited: “(3) for assisted living facilities with dementia care, direct-care employees must have completed at least eight hours of initial training on topics specified under paragraph (b) within 80 working hours of the employment start date. [...]”
- Tag 1650: 144G.70 Subd. 4 (f) Service plan, implementation and revisions to Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure service plans included the required content for three of three residents (R2, R3, R4).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure service plans included the required content for three of three residents (R2, R3, R4). This practice resulted in a level two violation (a violation that did not harm a resident's health or safety but had the potential to have harmed a resident's health or safety) and was issued at a widespread scope (when problems are pervasive or represent a systemic failure that has affected or has the potential to affect a large [...]”
Rule cited: “(f) The service plan must include: (1) a description of the services to be provided, the fees for services, and the frequency of each service, according to the resident's current assessment and resident preferences; (2) the identification of staff or [...]”
- Tag 1750: 144G.71 Subd. 7 Delegation of medication administration Level 3, pattern scope, scope/level letter H · correction period: Immediate
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure prior to delegating the nursing task of medication administration, for two of three unlicensed personnel (ULP-F, ULP-I) demonstrated competency for administering medications.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure prior to delegating the nursing task of medication administration, for two of three unlicensed personnel (ULP-F, ULP-I) demonstrated competency for administering medications. This had the potential to affect all 31 residents receiving assisted living services. [...]”
Rule cited: “When administration of medications is delegated to unlicensed personnel, the assisted living facility must ensure that the registered nurse has: (1) instructed the unlicensed personnel in the proper methods to administer the medications, and the unlicensed [...]”
- Tag 1790: 144G.71 Subd. 10 Medication management for residents who will Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure one of two employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-F) were trained and had demonstrated competency to prepare and give medications for residents having unplanned time away.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure one of two employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-F) were trained and had demonstrated competency to prepare and give medications for residents having unplanned time away. This had the potential to affect all 31 residents. [...]”
Rule cited: “(2) for unplanned time away, when the pharmacy is not able to provide the medications, a licensed nurse or unlicensed personnel shall provide medications in amounts and dosages needed for the length of the anticipated absence, not to exceed seven calendar [...]”
- Tag 1890: 144G.71 Subd. 20 Prescription drugs Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to date time-sensitive medications with an opened or expiration date for one of two residents (R5) observed during medication administration.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to date time-sensitive medications with an opened or expiration date for one of two residents (R5) observed during medication administration. Additionally, the licensee failed to ensure expired medications were not available for use. [...]”
Rule cited: “A prescription drug, prior to being set up for immediate or later administration, must be kept in the original container in which it was dispensed by the pharmacy bearing the original prescription label with legible information including the expiration or [...]”
- Tag 1910: 144G.71 Subd. 22 Disposition of medications Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to document in the resident's record the disposition of the medications as required for one of one resident (R1) upon discharge.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to document in the resident's record the disposition of the medications as required for one of one resident (R1) upon discharge. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) Any current medications being managed by the assisted living facility must be provided to the resident when the resident's service plan ends or medication management services are no longer part of the service plan. [...]”
- Tag 1940: 144G.72 Subd. 3 Individualized treatment or therapy managemen Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to include a written statement of the treatment or therapy services to be provided on the service plan for one of two residents (R3).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to include a written statement of the treatment or therapy services to be provided on the service plan for one of two residents (R3). In addition, the licensee failed to develop a treatment management plan to include all required content for one of two residents (R4) receiving treatment management services. [...]”
Rule cited: “For each resident receiving management of ordered or prescribed treatments or therapy services, the assisted living facility must prepare and include in the service plan a written statement of the treatment or therapy services that will be provided to the [...]”
- Tag 1950: 144G.72 Subd. 4 Administration of treatments and therapy Level 3, pattern scope, scope/level letter H · correction period: Immediate
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure prior to delegating the nursing task of blood glucose and oxygen saturation monitoring, unlicensed personnel (ULP) demonstrated competency to perform the tasks or procedure to the registered nurse (RN) for two of three employees ULP-F and ULP-I. This had the potential to affect all 31 residents receiving assisted living services.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure prior to delegating the nursing task of blood glucose and oxygen saturation monitoring, unlicensed personnel (ULP) demonstrated competency to perform the tasks or procedure to the registered nurse (RN) for two of three employees ULP-F and ULP-I. This had the potential to affect all 31 residents receiving assisted living services. [...]”
Rule cited: “Ordered or prescribed treatments or therapies must be administered by a nurse, physician, or other licensed health professional authorized to perform the treatment or therapy, or may be delegated or assigned to unlicensed personnel by the licensed health [...]”
- Tag 1960: 144G.72 Subd. 5 Documentation of administration of treatments Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure treatment procedures were followed as directed to meet the resident's needs for one of one resident (R2) receiving blood pressure (BP) monitoring.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure treatment procedures were followed as directed to meet the resident's needs for one of one resident (R2) receiving blood pressure (BP) monitoring. [...]”
Rule cited: “Each treatment or therapy administered by an assisted living facility must be in the resident record. [...]”
- Tag 2040: 144G.81 Subdivision 1 Fire protection and physical environment Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to provide hazard vulnerability assessment or safety risk assessment of the physical environment on and around the property for the facility.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on record review and interview, the licensee failed to provide hazard vulnerability assessment or safety risk assessment of the physical environment on and around the property for the facility. This deficient practice had the ability to affect all staff, residents, and visitors. [...]”
Rule cited: “An assisted living facility with dementia care that has a secured dementia care unit must meet the requirements of section 144G.45 and the following additional requirements: (1) a hazard vulnerability assessment or safety risk must be performed on and around [...]”
- Tag 2110: 144G.82 Subd. 3 Policies Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-One (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure the required dementia care policies and procedures were provided to each resident and/or the resident's legal and designated representatives for three of three residents (R2, R3, R4).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure the required dementia care policies and procedures were provided to each resident and/or the resident's legal and designated representatives for three of three residents (R2, R3, R4). [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) In addition to the policies and procedures required in the licensing of all facilities, the assisted living facility with dementia care licensee must develop and implement policies and procedures that address the: (1) philosophy of how services are [...]”
- Tag 2140: 144G.83 Subd. 3 Supervising staff training Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-One (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure the designated person overseeing staff training in the care of individuals with dementia [resident assisted living director (RALD)-A or director of nursing/registered nurse (DON/RN-C)], had documented evidence of competency or knowledge test required by the commissioner.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure the designated person overseeing staff training in the care of individuals with dementia [resident assisted living director (RALD)-A or director of nursing/registered nurse (DON/RN-C)], had documented evidence of competency or knowledge test required by the commissioner. This had the potential to affect all residents and staff of the facility. [...]”
Rule cited: “Persons providing or overseeing staff training must have experience and knowledge in the care of individuals with dementia, including: (1) two years of work experience related to Alzheimer's disease or other dementias, or in health care, gerontology, or [...]”
- Tag 2170: 144G.84 SERVICES FOR RESIDENTS WITH DEMENTIA Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Twenty-One (21) days
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to develop a comprehensive evaluation for activities and an individual activity plan (IAP) for one of three residents (R3) who received services under an assisted living with dementia care license.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to develop a comprehensive evaluation for activities and an individual activity plan (IAP) for one of three residents (R3) who received services under an assisted living with dementia care license. [...]”
Rule cited: “(b) Each resident must be evaluated for activities according to the licensing rules of the facility. [...]”
From MDH’s letter: the letter says the facility is in substantial compliance.
Total fines assessed, as printed in the letter: $6,000.00.
- Tag 480: 144G.41 Subd 1 (13) (i) (B) Minimum requirements Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
Substantiated investigations (state reports)
- May 7, 2026 · report HL291032340M · MDH finding: Substantiated, individual responsibility
Details
Allegation, as written: “The alleged perpetrator (AP) abused the resident when the AP was observed intentionally slapping the resident's buttocks while providing incontinence care.”
“The Minnesota Department of Health determined abuse was substantiated.”
“The AP was responsible for the maltreatment.”
Summary: MDH looked into an allegation and found: abuse substantiated (individual responsibility).
MDH’s conclusion, as written: “The Minnesota Department of Health determined abuse was substantiated. The AP was responsible for the maltreatment. Staff observed the AP slap the resident's bare buttocks when incontinence care was provided then stated, "I could not help myself." The AP admitted intentionally "smacking" the resident's naked buttocks during cares.”
Action taken by facility: “The facility investigated the incident. The AP is no longer employed by the facility.”
Action taken by MDH: “The facility was found to be in noncompliance.”
Survey completed April 1, 2026: 2 correction orders
- Tag 630: 144G.42 Subd. 6 (b) Compliance with requirements for reporting ma Level 3, isolated scope, scope/level letter G
Details
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review the licensee failed to identify and implement specific measures to reduce residents risk for abuse and ensure resident safety for one of one resident's (R1) reviewed for maltreatment. Unlicensed personnel (ULP)-B witnessed ULP-A sexually abuse R1 and reported to management. ULP-A was allowed to have continued access to and provided cares to R1. [...]”
Rule cited: “(b) The facility must develop and implement an individual abuse prevention plan for each vulnerable adult. [...]”
- Tag 2360: 144G.91 Subd. 8 Freedom from maltreatment
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure one of one residents (R1) reviewed was free from maltreatment.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interviews and document review, the licensee failed to ensure one of one residents (R1) reviewed was free from maltreatment. Findings include: The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) issued a determination maltreatment occurred, an individual person was responsible for the maltreatment, in connection with incidents which occurred at the facility.”
Rule cited: “Residents have the right to be free from physical, sexual, and emotional abuse; neglect; financial exploitation; and all forms of maltreatment covered under the Vulnerable Adults Act.”
- Tag 630: 144G.42 Subd. 6 (b) Compliance with requirements for reporting ma Level 3, isolated scope, scope/level letter G
Unsubstantiated investigations (1)
- August 8, 2024 · report HL291031780M · MDH finding: Not Substantiated
Details
Allegation, as written: “The facility neglected the resident when staff failed to provide a Covid-19 test resulting in the resident's fall causing a fractured hip. The facility failed to provide care and services according to an updated service plan including bathing, escorts to meals and denture placement causing weight loss. The facility also failed to provide foot soaks.”
“The Minnesota Department of Health determined neglect was not substantiated.”
Summary: MDH looked into an allegation and found: neglect not substantiated.
MDH’s conclusion, as written: “The Minnesota Department of Health determined neglect was not substantiated. The facility tested the resident for Covid-19 and the results were negative. Later that day, the resident had an unwitnessed fall, was evaluated at a hospital, and tested positive for Covid-19. The cause of the fall could not be correlated with the resident testing positive for Covid-19. Records indicated the resident's weight fluctuated within three pounds. Staff provided services according to the resident's updated plan of care.”
Action taken by facility: “The facility transferred the resident to the emergency after the resident fell. Upon return, the facility added fall interventions and updated the resident's providers on changes in health status.”
Action taken by MDH: “No further action taken at this time.”
Survey completed June 3, 2024: no correction orders issued.
What the levels and scopes mean (MDH’s words)
Level 1: “a violation that has no potential to cause more than a minimal impact on the resident and does not affect health or safety”
Level 2: “a violation that did not harm a resident's health or safety but had the potential to have harmed a resident's health or safety, but was not likely to cause serious injury, impairment, or death”
Level 3: “a violation that harmed a resident's health or safety, not including serious injury, impairment, or death, or a violation that has the potential to lead to serious injury, impairment, or death”
Isolated scope: “when one or a limited number of residents are affected or one or a limited number of staff are involved, or the situation has occurred only occasionally”
Pattern scope: “when more than a limited number of residents are affected, more than a limited number of staff are involved, or the situation has occurred repeatedly; but is not found to be pervasive”
Widespread scope: “when problems are pervasive or represent a systemic failure that has affected or has the potential to affect a large portion or all of the residents”
Summaries are ours and are marked “Summary”; quoted text is MDH’s own, shortened where marked [...]. Read the full reports at the links above or search every report on MDH’s site.
What these terms mean
MDH: “An evaluation is a process regulated by the division to ensure licensees comply with the laws, rules, and certifications for the type of care and services authorized under their license/certification.”
“An investigation may occur when the division is notified that care and services are not being provided by licensees as required by law. This may include allegations of abuse, neglect, or financial misuse.”
For maltreatment, Minnesota law defines substantiated as “a preponderance of the evidence shows that an act that meets the definition of maltreatment occurred” and inconclusive as “less than a preponderance of evidence to show that maltreatment did or did not occur” (Minn. Stat. 626.5572).
Correction orders, as MDH explains on each state form: “Tag numbers have been assigned to Minnesota State Statutes for Assisted Living Facilities.” “The letter in the left column is used for tracking purposes and reflects the scope and level issued pursuant to 144G.31 subd. 1, 2, and 3.” MDH adds that there is no requirement to submit a plan of correction for violations of Minnesota state statutes.
MDH keeps investigation results for seven years when allegations are substantiated, four years when inconclusive, and three years when unsubstantiated, so the counts cover different periods. This community is licensed for 38 residents; larger communities are evaluated and reported on more often, so read counts with size in mind. Source: Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division, data as of September 28, 2026. Always visit in person and ask the community about anything listed here.
License and ownershipActive license, licensee BABBIT CAREFREE LIVING BY OXFORD LIVING
- License type
- Assisted Living Facility Dementia Care
- License number
- 425407
- License status
- Active
- Current license dated
- 2026-04-29
- Licensed capacity
- 38
- Licensee
- BABBIT CAREFREE LIVING BY OXFORD LIVING
- County
- Saint Louis County
- Administrator/Authorized Agent
- Demetrius Bray
Source: Minnesota state licensing records (agency listing), retrieved 2026-09-09. Licensing status is a matter of public record; it is not a quality rating.
Administrator/Authorized Agent name from the Minnesota licensing record, as of Sep 9, 2026.
Paying with Medicaid and other programsHow Medicaid pays for care in Minnesota, and other programs
How Medicaid pays for care in Minnesota
- Elderly Waiver (EW), customized living services. Minnesota's Elderly Waiver, part of Medical Assistance (Minnesota Medicaid), can pay for "customized living" services, and a provider of those services must hold an assisted living license (or meet certain exceptions). You must qualify for Medical Assistance and need a nursing-home level of care. (state page)
Ask the community whether it accepts Medicaid.
Staff pay and workplace safety1 federal wage case with violations found
Federal records about how the employer here treats its staff.
Federal wage and hour cases
The Department of Labor checks that staff are paid minimum wage and overtime as the law requires.
- Findings for Aug 30, 2013 to Aug 29, 2015. Violations found: Overtime. Back wages: $4,990 owed to 28 employees. Employer as DOL recorded it: Carefree Living - Babbitt (Spectrum Health Companies). Case 1764861.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division enforcement data, loaded Oct 15, 2026. Concluded cases only. The dates are the period in which DOL found violations, not when the case opened or closed. Back wages are what the employer agreed to pay; penalties are what DOL assessed. DOL does not publish a page for each case, so search the dataset by case number.
Location and nearby careNearest hospital 13.5 mi, nursing home 13.6 mi, pharmacy 14.0 mi
- Nearest hospital with an emergency room
- Ely - Bloomenson Community Hospital, Ely. 13.5 miles away, straight line.
- Nearest Medicare nursing home
- Boundary Waters Care Center, Ely. 13.6 miles away, straight line.
- Nearest home health agency office
- Aveanna Home Health, Hibbing. 50.1 miles away, straight line. Agencies travel to clients, so ask which ones serve this address.
- Nearest pharmacy
- Essentia. 14.0 miles away, straight line. From OpenStreetMap, which does not list every pharmacy, so one may be closer.
- Area
- USDA classes ZIP code 55706 as rural (rural area).
- Hospice
- 3 Medicare hospices tell CMS they serve ZIP code 55706.
- Nearest geriatric medicine practice
- Polinsky Medical Rehabilitation Center, Duluth. 61.7 miles away, straight line. 3 geriatric medicine doctors listed there.
Distances are straight lines from the community, not driving distance. Hospitals, home health, dialysis, hospice and doctors come from CMS provider data (CMS, hospital list updated Jul 22, 2026). Star ratings are CMS’s own.
Emergency and natural hazard riskFEMA overall risk relatively moderate; outside FEMA's high-risk flood areas
Public hazard maps for this location. Ask the community about its emergency plan, its generator and where residents would go in an evacuation.
- Flood zone
- Outside the high and moderate risk flood areas on FEMA's flood map (Zone X, minimal flood hazard, or not studied). (FEMA flood map)
- FEMA National Risk Index
- Overall: relatively moderate. By hazard: inland flooding relatively low, wildfire relatively low, tornado very low, heat wave relatively moderate. These are FEMA’s ratings for the census tract, compared with tracts nationwide. (FEMA, December 2025)
A flood zone describes the map at this point, not the building's elevation. In an emergency, follow the local emergency management agency.
Questions to ask on a tour10 questions picked for this community from its record
Picked for this community from its record. Ask them in person and write down the answers.
- The state recorded a finding in May 2026. What was it, and how was it fixed?
- The current license dates from 2026. Has the owner or operator changed recently?
- What does the base rate include, and when did rates last go up?
- How many caregivers work in memory care during the day, the evening and overnight, and for how many residents?
- What dementia training does each caregiver get before working alone, and every year after?
- How do staff respond when a resident is agitated, frightened or tries to leave?
- How many caregivers are on duty during the day and at night?
- What happens if care needs increase? When would someone need to move?
- What fees are charged at move-in?
- How do you tell families about falls, illness or changes?
What we checked12 public sources we searched, with dates
Every public source we searched for this community. “Nothing on record” means we found no record that matched it. A record can be missed when a name or address differs.
| Source | Data as of | What we found |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division inspection records | Sep 28, 2026 | See above |
| U.S. Department of Labor wage and hour cases | Oct 15, 2026 | See above |
| OSHA workplace safety inspections since 2016 | Oct 15, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| FEMA flood map | See above | |
| USDA wildfire risk | Apr 15, 2026 | Not shown: FEMA rates wildfire risk here relatively low |
| FEMA National Risk Index | See above | |
| CMS hospitals, home health, dialysis, hospice and doctors; OpenStreetMap pharmacies | See above | |
| HUD Multifamily Properties - Assisted | Jul 6, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| State Veterans Homes (NASVH directory) | Sep 20, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| CMS Hospice - General Information | Aug 19, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| CMS Home Health Care Agencies | May 27, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| The community’s own website | Could not read the site |
Common questionsAnswers to 4 questions families ask
What type of care does Babbit Carefree Living by Oxfo provide?
Babbit Carefree Living by Oxfo is licensed by the state of Minnesota for assisted living, memory care in Babbitt, Minnesota. Its licensed capacity is 38 residents.
Does Lilisity rate Babbit Carefree Living by Oxfo?
No. We publish state licensing details for Babbit Carefree Living by Oxfo but no score, rating, or ranking. Only communities on the Top Communities list or with a Senior Living Alliance Excellence Award, both based on phone-verified resident and family interviews, are ranked.
How much does Babbit Carefree Living by Oxfo cost?
Assisted Living in Minnesota typically starts at $2,200 to $4,800 a month. Based on 74 communities that publish prices. These are area figures, not this community's price. Babbit Carefree Living by Oxfo does not publish its prices.
How do I contact Babbit Carefree Living by Oxfo?
Use Babbit Carefree Living by Oxfo's website, carefreeliving.com, or visit at 1 Central Boulevard, Babbitt, MN 55706.
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