Assisted Living
Oaks
2201 7th Avenue North, Anoka, MN 55303 · Map
Licensed for 10 residents · OAKS
Oaks is a state-licensed assisted living community in Anoka, Minnesota. It is licensed for 10 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, 10 residents
Assisted Living Facility 423695, current license dated Dec 1, 2025. Licensee OAKS.
Nearest emergency room
1.1 miles
Mercy Hospital, rated 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaks this community | 10 | Not published | Active | 3 substantiated | |
| The Elms | 0.0 mi | 10 | Not published | Active | 2 substantiated |
| The Pines | 0.1 mi | 10 | Not published | Active | 1 substantiated |
| The Cedars | 0.2 mi | 10 | Not published | Active | 3 substantiated |
| Accessible Hearts Care | 0.5 mi | 5 | Not published | Active | 0 substantiated |
State inspection record3 substantiated
- Last evaluation
- July 15, 2026
- Evaluations on record
- 2
- Investigations substantiated
- 3 kept 7 years
- Inconclusive
- 0 kept 4 years
- Unsubstantiated
- 1 kept 3 years
Most recent evaluation (July 15, 2026, state report 2QWX11)
MDH: “On July 13, 2026, through July, 15, 2026, the Minnesota Department of Health conducted a full survey at the above provider and the following correction orders are issued.”
Survey completed July 17, 2026: 7 correction orders
- 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
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to develop a written emergency preparedness (EP) plan with all the required contents.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to develop a written emergency preparedness (EP) plan with all the required contents. This had the potential to affect all five residents, staff and visitors to 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 700: 144G.43 Subdivision 1 Resident record Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure resident's personal health and medical information was kept private for one of five residents (R5).
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 for one of five residents (R5). [...]”
Rule cited: “(b) Resident records, whether written or electronic, must be protected against loss, tampering, or unauthorized disclosure in compliance with chapter 13 and other applicable relevant federal and state laws. [...]”
- 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
Details
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 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
Details
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: “(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
Details
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. [...]”
- Tag 1880: 144G.71 Subd. 19 Storage of medications Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) days
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure all medications were securely locked in substantially constructed compartments and permitted only authorized personnel to have access.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure all medications were securely locked in substantially constructed compartments and permitted only authorized personnel to have access. [...]”
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 2290: 144G.91 Subd. 2 Legislative intent Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-One (21) days
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee established a facility Client Handbook that used language which limited the rights for one of one resident (R2).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee established a facility Client Handbook that used language which limited the rights for one of one resident (R2). This had the potential to affect all residents residing within the facility. [...]”
Rule cited: “The rights established under this section for the benefit of residents do not limit any other rights available under law. [...]”
From MDH’s letter: the letter says the facility is in substantial compliance.
Food and beverage inspection (included in this report): No orders were issued for this inspection report.
Total fines assessed, as printed in the letter: $1,000.00.
Earlier evaluations (1)
- June 18, 2024: report JZ5Z11 · 6 correction orders
Details
Survey completed June 18, 2024: 6 correction orders
- Tag 480: 144G.41 Subd 1 (13) (i) (B) Minimum requirements Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Please refer to the FBEIR for any compliance dates
Details
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 had the potential to affect all residents of the assisted living facility. [...]”
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 510: 144G.41 Subd. 3 Infection control program Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) days
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to establish and maintain an infection control program that complied with acceptable food contamination code when licensed assisted living director (LALD)-D shared their partially eaten food with a resident (R4).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to establish and maintain an infection control program that complied with acceptable food contamination code when licensed assisted living director (LALD)-D shared their partially eaten food with a resident (R4). [...]”
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 650: 144G.42 Subd. 8 Employee records Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure required orientation training documentation was included
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure required orientation training documentation was included in employee records for one of two employees (clinical nurse supervisor (CNS)-A). [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) The facility must maintain current records of each paid employee, each regularly scheduled volunteer providing services, and each individual contractor providing services. [...]”
- 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
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to maintain the facility's physical environment in a continuous state of good repair and operation regarding the health, safety, and well-being of the residents.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to maintain the facility's physical environment in a continuous state of good repair and operation regarding the health, safety, and well-being of the residents. This had the potential to directly affect all residents, staff, 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 820: 144G.45 Subd. 2 (g) Fire protection and physical environment Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Two (2) days
Details
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, visitors, 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 1880: 144G.71 Subd. 19 Storage of medications Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Seven (7) days
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to monitor the temperature of their medication storage refrigerator to ensure medications were stored according to manufacturer directions for five of five resident (R2, R3, R4, R5, R6) with refrigerated medications.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to monitor the temperature of their medication storage refrigerator to ensure medications were stored according to manufacturer directions for five of five resident (R2, R3, R4, R5, R6) with refrigerated medications. [...]”
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.”
From MDH’s letter: the letter says the facility is in substantial compliance; no immediate fines.
- Tag 480: 144G.41 Subd 1 (13) (i) (B) Minimum requirements Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Please refer to the FBEIR for any compliance dates
Substantiated investigations (state reports)
- June 16, 2025 · report HL205343188C
Details
Survey completed March 5, 2026: 1 correction order
- Tag 590: 144G.42 Subd. 3 Facility restrictions (re-issued) Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D
Details
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review the licensee failed to ensure staff did not serve as a resident's legal, designated, or other representative when the licensee allowed a staff member/administrative assistant (ADM)-C (former vice president) to serve as guardian (legal right and duty to care for another and make decisions related to medical, health and residential) for one of six resident (R1) reviewed. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) This subdivision does not apply to licensees that are Minnesota counties or other units of government. [...]”
- Tag 590: 144G.42 Subd. 3 Facility restrictions (re-issued) Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D
- October 8, 2024 · report HL205345088C
Details
Survey completed August 14, 2024: 1 correction order
- Tag 2350: 144G.91 Subd. 7 Courteous treatment Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) Days
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure one of one resident (R1) was treated with courtesy and respect.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and document review, the licensee failed to ensure one of one resident (R1) was treated with courtesy and respect. This practice resulted in a level two violation (a violation that did not harm a client's health or safety but had the potential to have harmed a client'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 clients are affected or one or a limited number of staff [...]”
Rule cited: “Residents have the right to be treated with courtesy and respect, and to have the resident's property treated with respect”
- Tag 2350: 144G.91 Subd. 7 Courteous treatment Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) Days
- October 27, 2023 · report HL205342703C
Details
Survey completed October 5, 2023: 1 correction order
- Tag 590: 144G.42 Subd. 3 Facility restrictions Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) Days
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee allowed a staff member, vice president (VP)-B, to serve as guardian for one of one residents (R1).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee allowed a staff member, vice president (VP)-B, to serve as guardian for one of one residents (R1). 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 or one or a [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) This subdivision does not apply to licensees that are Minnesota counties or other units of government. [...]”
- Tag 590: 144G.42 Subd. 3 Facility restrictions Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) Days
Unsubstantiated investigations (1)
- April 20, 2026 · report HL205349862M · MDH finding: Not Substantiated
Details
Allegation, as written: “The facility neglected the resident when staff administered an overdose of pain medication, then the resident slid out of a chair onto the floor and sustained a fracture to her right humorous [upper arm bone].”
“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. Although the resident overdosed, staff attempted to clarify two orders for the resident's pain medication, [Oxycodone]. While staff attempted to clarify the resident's orders, staff administered the resident's long-standing order for pain medication, monitored the resident and when the resident had a change in condition, staff immediately treated the resident with Narcan, called 911 and was transported to the hospital for evaluation. Additionally, the resident was treated at the hospital for a fracture to her right humorous and returned to the facility at her baseline health status.”
Action taken by facility: “The facility attempted to clarify the narcotic pain medication orders and continued with previously scheduled medication. The facility monitored and assessed the resident's condition and intervened when a change in condition was observed.”
Action taken by MDH: “No further action taken at this time.”
Survey completed February 12, 2026: no correction orders issued.
What the levels and scopes mean (MDH’s words)
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 10 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 OAKS
- License type
- Assisted Living Facility
- License number
- 423695
- License status
- Active
- Current license dated
- 2025-12-01
- Licensed capacity
- 10
- Licensee
- OAKS
- County
- Anoka County
- Administrator/Authorized Agent
- Lori Nelson
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 1.1 mi, nursing home 0.7 mi, pharmacy 0.8 mi
- Nearest hospital with an emergency room
- Mercy Hospital, Coon Rapids. 1.1 miles away, straight line. CMS overall hospital rating: 3 of 5 stars.
- Nearest Medicare nursing home
- Anoka Rehabilitation and Living Center, Anoka. 0.7 miles away, straight line.
- Nearest home health agency office
- Mary T Home Health, Coon Rapids. 3.9 miles away, straight line. Agencies travel to clients, so ask which ones serve this address.
- Nearest pharmacy
- Walgreens. 0.8 miles away, straight line. From OpenStreetMap, which does not list every pharmacy, so one may be closer.
- Area
- USDA classes ZIP code 55303 as metropolitan (metropolitan core).
- Dialysis within 15 miles
- Davita Mississippi Gateway Dialysis, Coon Rapids, 1.3 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 3 of 5 stars)
Fmc - Coon Rapids, Coon Rapids, 1.6 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 3 of 5 stars)
Fresenius Medical Care - Champlin, Champlin, 1.7 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 3 of 5 stars) - Hospice
- 29 Medicare hospices tell CMS they serve ZIP code 55303.
Mary T Hospice, office in Coon Rapids, 3.9 miles away, straight line
Serenity Hospice Homes LLC, office in Brooklyn Park, 6.6 miles away, straight line
Triniti Hospice, office in Elk River, 11.3 miles away, straight line (CMS family survey rating 4 of 5 stars) - Nearest geriatric medicine practice
- Group Health Inc, Coon Rapids. 3.5 miles away, straight line. 1 geriatric medicine doctor 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, tornado relatively moderate, heat wave relatively low, 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 state recorded a finding in June 2025. What was it, and how was it fixed?
- The current license dates from 2025. Has the owner or operator changed recently?
- What does the base rate include, and when did rates last go up?
- 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?
- Who gives medications, and what training do they have?
- For what reasons can a resident be asked to leave?
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: no FEMA wildfire rating of moderate or higher here |
| 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 Oaks provide?
Oaks is licensed by the state of Minnesota for assisted living in Anoka, Minnesota. Its licensed capacity is 10 residents.
Does Lilisity rate Oaks?
No. We publish state licensing details for Oaks 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 Oaks 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. Oaks does not publish its prices.
How do I contact Oaks?
Visit Oaks at 2201 7th Avenue North, Anoka, MN 55303.
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