Assisted Living and Memory Care
Diamond Willow Assisted Living
949 Sw 11th Avenue, Grand Rapids, MN 55744 · Map
Licensed for 26 residents · DIAMOND WILLOW ASSISTED LIVING
Diamond Willow Assisted Living is a state-licensed assisted living, memory care community in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. It is licensed for 26 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, 26 residents
Assisted Living Facility Dementia Care 423832, current license dated Jan 1, 2026. Licensee DIAMOND WILLOW ASSISTED LIVING.
Nearest emergency room
0.7 miles
Grand Itasca Clinic And Hospital, rated 4 of 5 stars by CMS.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Willow Assisted Living this community | 26 | Not published | Active | 0 substantiated | |
| Majestic Pines | 0.7 mi | 101 | Not published | Active | 2 substantiated |
| River Grand Senior Living | 1.1 mi | 78 | Not published | Active | 1 substantiated |
| Brookstone Manor | 1.1 mi | 55 | Not published | Active | 1 substantiated |
| The Emeralds at Grand Rapids A | 1.8 mi | 55 | Not published | Active | 0 substantiated |
State inspection record0 substantiated
- Last evaluation
- January 8, 2025
- Evaluations on record
- 2
- Investigations substantiated
- 0 kept 7 years
- Inconclusive
- 0 kept 4 years
- Unsubstantiated
- 0 kept 3 years
Most recent evaluation (January 8, 2025, state report T5JB11)
MDH: “On January 6, 2025, through January 8, 2025, the Minnesota Department of Health conducted a full survey at the above provider.”
Survey completed January 8, 2025: 18 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 485: 144G.41 Subdivision 1.a (a) Minimum requirements; required food services 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 ensure weekly menus were made available to the residents.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure weekly menus were made available to the residents. This had the potential to affect all 25 residents. [...]”
Rule cited: “All assisted living facilities must offer to provide or make available at least three nutritious meals daily with snacks available seven days per week, according to the recommended dietary allowances in the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) [...]”
- Tag 510: 144G.41 Subd. 3 Infection control program Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure infection control standards were followed for personal care products for the residents.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure infection control standards were followed for personal care products for the residents. In addition, the licensee failed to ensure reusable equipment was cleaned in-between resident use. Further, the licensee failed to ensure infection control standards were followed by one of two unlicensed personnel (ULP-E) while providing assistance to residents. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) All assisted living facilities must establish and maintain an infection control program that complies with accepted health care, medical, and nursing standards for infection control. [...]”
- Tag 780: 144G.45 Subd. 2 (a) (1) 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 comply with the requirements of the Minnesota State Fire Code.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to comply with the requirements of the Minnesota State Fire Code. This had the potential to directly affect all residents, staff, and visitors. [...]”
Rule cited: “for dwellings or sleeping units, as defined in the State Fire Code: (i) provide smoke alarms in each room used for sleeping purposes; (ii) provide smoke alarms outside each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of bedrooms; (iii) provide smoke [...]”
- 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 the fire safety and evacuation plan with required content and provide required training and drills.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to develop the fire safety and evacuation plan with required content and provide required training and drills. This had the potential to directly affect all residents, staff, and visitors. [...]”
Rule cited: “(b) Each assisted living facility shall develop and maintain fire safety and evacuation plans. [...]”
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- Tag 1420: 144G.62 Subd. 2 Delegation of assisted living services 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 registered nurse (RN) provided written instructions in the resident's record for the delegated tasks provided by the unlicensed personnel (ULP) for two of two residents (R5, R9) whose delegated tasks included floor/fall mats and personal alarms.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure the registered nurse (RN) provided written instructions in the resident's record for the delegated tasks provided by the unlicensed personnel (ULP) for two of two residents (R5, R9) whose delegated tasks included floor/fall mats and personal alarms. [...]”
Rule cited: “(b) When the registered nurse or licensed health professional delegates tasks to unlicensed personnel, that person must ensure that prior to the delegation the unlicensed personnel is trained in the proper methods to perform the tasks or procedures for each [...]”
- Tag 1550: 144G.64 (a) TRAINING IN DEMENTIA CARE REQUIRED 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 that did not provide direct care received at least two hours of annual dementia training for one of one employee (maintenance (M)-G).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure employees that did not provide direct care received at least two hours of annual dementia training for one of one employee (maintenance (M)-G). [...]”
Rule cited: “(4) staff who do not provide direct care, including maintenance, housekeeping, and food service staff, must have at least four hours of initial training on topics specified under paragraph (b) within 160 working hours of the employment start date, and must [...]”
- Tag 1620: 144G.70 Subd. 2 (c-e) Initial reviews, assessments, and monitoring 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 the registered nurse (RN) completed a fall matt assessment for one of two residents, (R9).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure the registered nurse (RN) completed a fall matt assessment for one of two residents, (R9). [...]”
Rule cited: “(c) Resident reassessment and monitoring must be conducted no more than 14 calendar days after initiation of services. [...]”
- Tag 1640: 144G.70 Subd. 4 (a-e) 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 were revised to include provided services for three of three residents (R5, R9, R10).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure service plans were revised to include provided services for three of three residents (R5, R9, R10). [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) No later than 14 calendar days after the date that services are first provided, an assisted living facility shall finalize a current written service plan. [...]”
- Tag 1760: 144G.71 Subd. 8 Documentation of administration of medication Level 2, pattern scope, scope/level letter E · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure one of two unlicensed personnel (ULP)-J followed registered nurse (RN) written instructions for one of two residents (R6).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure one of two unlicensed personnel (ULP)-J followed registered nurse (RN) written instructions for one of two residents (R6). Additionally, the licensee failed to ensure medications were administered as ordered for one of three residents (R9). [...]”
Rule cited: “Each medication administered by the assisted living facility staff must be documented in the resident's record. The documentation must include the signature and title of the person who administered the medication. [...]”
- Tag 1880: 144G.71 Subd. 19 Storage 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 ensure medications were secure and permitted access to only authorized personnel for one of four residents (R7).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure medications were secure and permitted access to only authorized personnel for one of four residents (R7). [...]”
Rule cited: “An assisted living facility must store all prescription medications in securely locked and substantially constructed compartments according to the manufacturer's directions and permit only authorized personnel to have access.”
- Tag 1890: 144G.71 Subd. 20 Prescription drugs Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure medications were maintained bearing the original prescription label with legible information, including the expiration date, for time sensitive medications in two of two medication carts (Mississippi Suites, Eagle Pines) connected by a commons area.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure medications were maintained bearing the original prescription label with legible information, including the expiration date, for time sensitive medications in two of two medication carts (Mississippi Suites, Eagle Pines) connected by a commons area. [...]”
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 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 develop and implement a treatment or therapy management plan to include all required content for one of three residents (R10) who had treatments managed by the facility.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to develop and implement a treatment or therapy management plan to include all required content for one of three residents (R10) who had treatments managed by the facility. [...]”
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 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure prior to delegating nursing tasks, the registered nurse (RN) trained unlicensed personnel (ULP) and had ULP demonstrated the ability to follow the procedure to perform the tasks using warm/ice packs for two of two residents (R5, R10).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure prior to delegating nursing tasks, the registered nurse (RN) trained unlicensed personnel (ULP) and had ULP demonstrated the ability to follow the procedure to perform the tasks using warm/ice packs for two of two residents (R5, R10). [...]”
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 2310: 144G.91 Subd. 4 (a) Appropriate care and services Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · 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 storage of cleaning supplies in one of two laundry rooms (Eagle Pines,) in two of two public bathrooms (Eagle Pines, Mississippi Suites), and in two of two kitchens (Eagle Pines, Mississippi Suites).
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 storage of cleaning supplies in one of two laundry rooms (Eagle Pines,) in two of two public bathrooms (Eagle Pines, Mississippi Suites), and in two of two kitchens (Eagle Pines, Mississippi Suites). [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) Residents have the right to care and assisted living services that are appropriate based on the resident's needs and according to an up-to-date service plan subject to accepted health care standards.”
- Tag 2320: 144G.91 Subd. 4 (b) Appropriate care and services Level 2, pattern scope, scope/level letter E · 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 by four of eight employees, (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-J, ULP-L, and two unidentified ULPs) during
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 by four of eight employees, (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-J, ULP-L, and two unidentified ULPs) during personal cares for R9. [...]”
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 2350: 144G.91 Subd. 7 Courteous treatment 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 residents are treated with dignity and respect for one of three residents (R4) observed wearing a gait belt (a device put on a person who has mobility issues which allows a caregiver a secure place to hold onto to transfer a person to different position safely) while in the common's area.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure residents are treated with dignity and respect for one of three residents (R4) observed wearing a gait belt (a device put on a person who has mobility issues which allows a caregiver a secure place to hold onto to transfer a person to different position safely) while in the common's area. [...]”
Rule cited: “Residents have the right to be treated with courtesy and respect, and to have the resident's property treated with respect”
- Tag 2430: 144G.91 Subd. 15 Confidentiality of records 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 resident's personal health and medical information was kept private.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure resident's personal health and medical information was kept private. This had the potential to affect all residents residing at the assisted living facility. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) Residents have the right to have personal, financial, health, and medical information kept private, to approve or refuse release of information to any outside party, and to be advised of the assisted living facility's policies and procedures regarding [...]”
From MDH’s letter: the letter says the facility is in substantial compliance; no immediate fines.
Earlier evaluations (1)
- February 8, 2022: report O3US11 · 26 correction orders
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Survey completed April 5, 2022: 8 correction orders
- Tag 800: 144G.45 Subd. 2 (a) (4) Fire protection and physical environment (re-issued) scope/level letter F
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MDH’s finding, as written: “No further action required.”
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 (re-issued) scope/level letter F
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MDH’s finding, as written: “No further action required.”
Rule cited: “(b) Each assisted living facility shall develop and maintain fire safety and evacuation plans. [...]”
- Tag 970: 144.50 Subd. 5 Waivers of liability prohibited Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure the assisted living agreement did not include language waiving the facility's liability for health, safety, or personal property of a resident.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure the assisted living agreement did not include language waiving the facility's liability for health, safety, or personal property of a resident. This had the potential to affect all residents. [...]”
Rule cited: “The contract must not include a waiver of facility liability for the health and safety or personal property of a resident. [...]”
- Tag 1650: 144G.70 Subd. 4 (f) Service plan, implementation and revisions to (re-issued) Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure the service plan included all required content for three of three residents (R1, R2, R3) with records reviewed.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure the service plan included all required content for three of three residents (R1, R2, R3) with records reviewed. [...]”
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 1730: 144G.71 Subd. 5 Individualized medication management plan (re-issued) Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to develop and maintain a current
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to develop and maintain a current individualized medication management record for each resident to include all required content for one of three residents (R2) with records reviewed. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) For each resident receiving medication management services, the assisted living facility must prepare and include in the service plan a written statement of the medication management services that will be provided to the resident. [...]”
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- Tag 1940: 144G.72 Subd. 3 Individualized treatment or therapy managemen (re-issued) Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to develop an individualized treatment management plan with all required content for one of three residents (R1) who received ordered treatments.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to develop an individualized treatment management plan with all required content for one of three residents (R1) who received ordered treatments. [...]”
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 2040: 144G.81 Subdivision 1 Fire protection and physical environment (re-issued) scope/level letter F
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MDH’s finding, as written: “No further action required.”
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 2310: 144G.91 Subd. 4 Appropriate care and services (re-issued) Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to provide care and services
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to provide care and services according to acceptable health care standards, medical or nursing standards for one of two residents (R2) who utilized a tab alarm with records reviewed. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) Residents have the right to care and assisted living services that are appropriate based on the resident's needs and according to an up-to-date service plan subject to accepted health care standards.”
Survey completed February 8, 2022: 18 correction orders
- Tag 470: 144G.41 Subdivision 1 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 develop and implement a staffing plan.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to develop and implement a staffing plan. This had the potential to affect all twelve (12) residents and staff. [...]”
Rule cited: “(11) develop and implement a staffing plan for determining its staffing level that: (i) includes an evaluation, to be conducted at least twice a year, of the appropriateness of staffing levels in the facility; (ii) ensures sufficient staffing at all times to [...]”
- Tag 630: 144G.42 Subd. 6 Compliance with requirements for reporting ma Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to develop an individual abuse prevention plan with the required content for one of two residents (R2) with records reviewed.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to develop an individual abuse prevention plan with the required content for one of two residents (R2) with records reviewed. [...]”
Rule cited: “(b) The facility must develop and implement an individual abuse prevention plan for each vulnerable adult. [...]”
- Tag 660: 144G.42 Subd. 9 Tuberculosis prevention and control 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 maintain a tuberculosis (TB) prevention and control program, based on the most current guidelines issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to maintain a tuberculosis (TB) prevention and control program, based on the most current guidelines issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) The facility must establish and maintain a comprehensive tuberculosis infection control program according to the most current tuberculosis infection control guidelines issued by the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Division [...]”
- Tag 800: 144G.45 Subd. 2 (a) (4) 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 the physical environment in a continuous state of good repair and operation with regard to the health, safety, and well-being of the residents.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to provide the physical environment in a continuous state of good repair and operation with regard to the health, safety, and well-being of the residents. This had the potential to directly affect all residents and staff. [...]”
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 provide the required training, evacuation drill frequency, and accurate plans for fire safety and evacuation.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on document review and interview, the licensee failed to provide the required training, evacuation drill frequency, and accurate plans for fire safety and evacuation. This had the potential to affect all residents and staff. [...]”
Rule cited: “(b) Each assisted living facility shall develop and maintain fire safety and evacuation plans. [...]”
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- Tag 900: 144G.50 Subdivision 1 Contract required 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 develop and execute a written contract, prior to the start of services, with the required content to provided assisted living services for one of two residents (R1) with records reviewed.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to develop and execute a written contract, prior to the start of services, with the required content to provided assisted living services for one of two residents (R1) with records reviewed. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) An assisted living facility may not offer or provide housing or assisted living services to any individual unless it has executed a written contract with the resident. [...]”
- Tag 1370: 144G.61 Subd. 2 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 was completed in all required areas for one of two employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-C) with records reviewed.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure training was completed in all required areas for one of two employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-C) with records reviewed. [...]”
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 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 was completed for one of two employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-C) to include all required content with records reviewed.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure training and competency was completed for one of two employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-C) to include all required content with records reviewed. [...]”
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 a registered nurse (RN) conducted direct supervision of staff
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure a registered nurse (RN) conducted direct supervision of staff carrying out a delegated task within 30 days of providing nursing services for one of two employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-C) with records reviewed. [...]”
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, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure employees received orientation to 144G licensing requirements for three of three employees
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure employees received orientation to 144G licensing requirements for three of three employees (clinical nurse supervisor (CNS)-B, unlicensed personnel (ULP)-C and ULP-D) with employee records reviewed. This had potential to affect all twelve (12) residents. [...]”
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 1650: 144G.70 Subd. 4 Service plan, implementation, and revisions t 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 the service plan included all required content for two of two residents (R1, R2) with records reviewed.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure the service plan included all required content for two of two residents (R1, R2) with records reviewed. [...]”
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 1730: 144G.71 Subd. 5 Individualized medication management plan Level 2, pattern scope, scope/level letter E · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to develop and maintain a current individualized medication management record for each resident to include all required content for two of two residents (R1, R2) with records reviewed.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to develop and maintain a current individualized medication management record for each resident to include all required content for two of two residents (R1, R2) with records reviewed. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) For each resident receiving medication management services, the assisted living facility must prepare and include in the service plan a written statement of the medication management services that will be provided to the resident. [...]”
- Tag 1750: 144G.71 Subd. 7 Delegation of medication administration 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 prior to delegating the nursing task of medication administration, the unlicensed personnel (ULP) were trained in the proper methods to perform the
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure prior to delegating the nursing task of medication administration, the unlicensed personnel (ULP) were trained in the proper methods to perform the task or procedure for each resident, and were able to demonstrate the ability to competently follow the procedure for one of two employees (ULP)-C with records reviewed. [...]”
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 1760: 144G.71 Subd. 8 Documentation of administration of medication 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 staff administered medications as ordered for one of
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure staff administered medications as ordered for one of two residents (R1) with records reviewed. [...]”
Rule cited: “Each medication administered by the assisted living facility staff must be documented in the resident's record. The documentation must include the signature and title of the person who administered the medication. [...]”
- 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 develop an individualized treatment management plan with all required content for one of two residents (R1) who received ordered treatments.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to develop an individualized treatment management plan with all required content for one of two residents (R1) who received ordered treatments. [...]”
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 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure a registered nurse (RN) trained and verified competency with treatments and therapies for unlicensed personnel (ULP) for one of two employees (ULP)-C with records reviewed.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure a registered nurse (RN) trained and verified competency with treatments and therapies for unlicensed personnel (ULP) for one of two employees (ULP)-C with records reviewed. [...]”
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 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 a hazard vulnerability or safety risk assessment that included hazards identified on and around the property.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on document review and interview, the licensee failed to provide a hazard vulnerability or safety risk assessment that included hazards identified on and around the property. Mitigation of hazards to protect residents from harm was not included in the plan. This had the potential to affect all dementia care residents and staff. [...]”
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 2310: 144G.91 Subd. 4 Appropriate care and services 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 provide care and services according to acceptable health care standards, medical or nursing standards for one of two residents (R2) who utilized a tab alarm with records reviewed.
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 standards, medical or nursing standards for one of two residents (R2) who utilized a tab alarm with records reviewed. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) Residents have the right to care and assisted living services that are appropriate based on the resident's needs and according to an up-to-date service plan subject to accepted health care standards.”
Total fines assessed, as printed in the letter: $500.00.
- Tag 800: 144G.45 Subd. 2 (a) (4) Fire protection and physical environment (re-issued) scope/level letter F
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”
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 26 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 DIAMOND WILLOW ASSISTED LIVING
- License type
- Assisted Living Facility Dementia Care
- License number
- 423832
- License status
- Active
- Current license dated
- 2026-01-01
- Licensed capacity
- 26
- Licensee
- DIAMOND WILLOW ASSISTED LIVING
- County
- Itasca County
- Administrator/Authorized Agent
- Dana Dallum
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.
Location and nearby careNearest hospital 0.7 mi, nursing home 1.5 mi, pharmacy 0.9 mi
- Nearest hospital with an emergency room
- Grand Itasca Clinic And Hospital, Grand Rapids. 0.7 miles away, straight line. CMS overall hospital rating: 4 of 5 stars.
- Nearest Medicare nursing home
- Grand Village, Grand Rapids. 1.5 miles away, straight line.
- Nearest home health agency office
- Grand Itasca Home Care, Grand Rapids. 0.9 miles away, straight line. Agencies travel to clients, so ask which ones serve this address.
- Nearest pharmacy
- Reed Drugs. 0.9 miles away, straight line. From OpenStreetMap, which does not list every pharmacy, so one may be closer.
- Area
- USDA classes ZIP code 55744 as micropolitan (micropolitan core).
- Dialysis within 15 miles
- Fmc Dialysis - Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, 1.1 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 2 of 5 stars)
- Hospice
- 6 Medicare hospices tell CMS they serve ZIP code 55744.
St Croix Hospice, office in Grand Rapids, 0.9 miles away, straight line (CMS family survey rating 4 of 5 stars) - Nearest geriatric medicine practice
- Polinsky Medical Rehabilitation Center, Duluth. 67.8 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 high, wildfire very low, tornado relatively low, heat wave relatively moderate, earthquake very low. 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 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?
- How long have the executive director and the head of care been here?
What we checked11 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 | Nothing on record |
| 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 very 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 |
Common questionsAnswers to 4 questions families ask
What type of care does Diamond Willow Assisted Living provide?
Diamond Willow Assisted Living is licensed by the state of Minnesota for assisted living, memory care in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. Its licensed capacity is 26 residents.
Does Lilisity rate Diamond Willow Assisted Living?
No. We publish state licensing details for Diamond Willow Assisted Living 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 Diamond Willow Assisted Living 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. Diamond Willow Assisted Living does not publish its prices.
How do I contact Diamond Willow Assisted Living?
Visit Diamond Willow Assisted Living at 949 Sw 11th Avenue, Grand Rapids, MN 55744.
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