Assisted Living and Memory Care
The Waters of Edina
6300 Colonial Way, Edina, MN 55436 · Map
Licensed for 142 residents · THE WATERS OF EDINA
The Waters of Edina is a state-licensed assisted living, memory care community in Edina, Minnesota. It is licensed for 142 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, 142 residents
Assisted Living Facility Dementia Care 425154, current license dated May 15, 2026. Licensee THE WATERS OF EDINA.
Nearest emergency room
2.0 miles
M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, rated 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Waters of Edina this community | 142 | Not published | Active | 3 substantiated | |
| Spes Residential Care | 0.8 mi | 5 | Not published | Active | 0 substantiated |
| Median Care | 0.8 mi | 5 | Not published | Active | 0 substantiated |
| Comfort Living Services | 0.9 mi | 3 | Not published | Active | No record |
| Golden Heart Home | 0.9 mi | 5 | Not published | Active | 0 substantiated |
State inspection record3 substantiated
- Last evaluation
- October 10, 2024
- Evaluations on record
- 2
- Investigations substantiated
- 3 kept 7 years
- Inconclusive
- 1 kept 4 years
- Unsubstantiated
- 3 kept 3 years
Most recent evaluation (October 10, 2024, state report 7IX511)
MDH: “On October 7, 2024, through October 10, 2024, the Minnesota Department of Health conducted a full survey at the above provider.”
Survey completed October 10, 2024: 12 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 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 widespread scope (when problems are pervasive or represent a systemic failure that has [...]”
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, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Seven (7) days · fine: $500.00 assessed
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to establish and maintain an infection control program to comply with accepted health care, medical, and nursing standards for infection control for two of two employees (unlicensed personnel/ULP-G and ULP-D) observed to provide personal cares.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to establish and maintain an infection control program to comply with accepted health care, medical, and nursing standards for infection control for two of two employees (unlicensed personnel/ULP-G and ULP-D) observed to provide personal cares. This had the potential to affect all residents, visitors and staff. [...]”
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 550: 144G.41 Subd. 7 Resident grievances; reporting maltreatment Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-One
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to post in a conspicuous place, the name, telephone number, and email contact information for the individuals responsible for handling resident grievances.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to post in a conspicuous place, the name, telephone number, and email contact information for the individuals responsible for handling resident grievances. This had the potential to affect the licensee's current residents, staff, and visitors. [...]”
Rule cited: “All facilities must post in a conspicuous place information about the facilities' grievance procedure, and the name, telephone number, and email contact information for the individuals who are responsible for handling resident grievances. [...]”
- Tag 620: 144G.42 Subd. 6 (a) / 626.557, Subd. 3 Compliance with requirements for reporting ma Level 2, pattern scope, scope/level letter E · correction period: Seven (7) days
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to immediately report an incident of suspected maltreatment to the Minnesota Adult Abuse Reporting Center (MAARC) for three of five residents (R9, R8, R10).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to immediately report an incident of suspected maltreatment to the Minnesota Adult Abuse Reporting Center (MAARC) for three of five residents (R9, R8, R10). [...]”
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 640: 144G.42 Subd. 7 Posting information for reporting suspected c Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to support protection and safety by not posting the 911 emergency number in common areas and near telephones provided by the facility as required.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to support protection and safety by not posting the 911 emergency number in common areas and near telephones provided by the facility as required. This had the potential to affect all residents, staff, and visitors. [...]”
Rule cited: “The facility shall support protection and safety through access to the state's systems for reporting suspected criminal activity and suspected vulnerable adult maltreatment by: (1) posting the 911 emergency number in common areas and near telephones provided [...]”
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- Tag 970: 144G.50 Subd. 5 Waivers of liability prohibited Level 1, widespread scope, scope/level letter C · correction period: Twenty-One (21) days
Details
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure the assisted living contract 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 current 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 1470: 144G.63 Subd. 2 Content of required orientation Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
Details
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-D).
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-D). [...]”
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 1530: 144G.64 TRAINING IN DEMENTIA CARE REQUIRED Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Twenty-One (21) days
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure one of one employees (registered nurse/RN)-E 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 one of one employees (registered nurse/RN)-E received the required amount of dementia care training in the required time frame. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) All assisted living facilities must meet the following training requirements: (1) supervisors of direct-care staff must have at least eight hours of initial training on topics specified under paragraph (b) within 120 working hours of the employment start [...]”
- Tag 1540: 144G.64 (a) TRAINING IN DEMENTIA CARE REQUIRED Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Twenty-One
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure one of one employee (unlicensed personnel/ULP)-D received the required amount of dementia care training in the required time frame.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure one of one employee (unlicensed personnel/ULP)-D 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 1750: 144G.71 Subd. 7 Delegation of medication administration Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) days
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure as needed (PRN) medications included parameters for administration for one of six residents (R6).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure as needed (PRN) medications included parameters for administration for one of six residents (R6). 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 [...]”
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 1910: 144G.71 Subd. 22 Disposition of medications Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) days
Details
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 (R7) 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 (R7) 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 2110: 144G.82 Subd. 3 Policies Level 1, widespread scope, scope/level letter C · correction period: Twenty-One (21) days
Details
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, licensee failed to ensure policies and procedures required in the licensing of assisted living facilities with dementia care were provided to each resident and/or the residents legal/designated representative at the time of move-in. This had the potential to affect all residents with dementia care. [...]”
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 [...]”
From MDH’s letter: the letter says the facility is in substantial compliance.
Fines assessed by MDH
- Tag 510 (144g.41 Subd. 3 - Infection Control Program): $500.00
Total fines assessed, as printed in the letter: $500.00.
Earlier evaluations (1)
- April 4, 2024: report 6CUQ11 · 11 correction orders
Details
Survey completed April 4, 2024: 11 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 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 630: 144G.42 Subd. 6 (b) 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 identify all areas of vulnerability on the individual abuse prevention plan (IAPP), including statements of the specific measures to be taken by staff to minimize the risk of abuse for two of five residents (R3, R5).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to identify all areas of vulnerability on the individual abuse prevention plan (IAPP), including statements of the specific measures to be taken by staff to minimize the risk of abuse for two of five residents (R3, R5). [...]”
Rule cited: “(b) The facility must develop and implement an individual abuse prevention plan for each vulnerable adult. [...]”
- Tag 730: 144G.43 Subd. 3 Contents of resident record 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 resident record included accurate documentation that services had been provided as identified in the service plan for two of five residents (R3, R5).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure the resident record included accurate documentation that services had been provided as identified in the service plan for two of five residents (R3, R5). [...]”
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 1620: 144G.70 Subd. 2 (c-e) Initial reviews, assessments, and monitoring 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 a registered nurse (RN) conducted ongoing resident monitoring and reassessment 14 calendar days from the initial assessment for four of five residents (R2, R3, R4, R5).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure a registered nurse (RN) conducted ongoing resident monitoring and reassessment 14 calendar days from the initial assessment for four of five residents (R2, R3, R4, R5). [...]”
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, pattern scope, scope/level letter E · correction period: Twenty-One (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to finalize a current written service plan within 14 calendar days for one of five residents (R2).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to finalize a current written service plan within 14 calendar days for one of five residents (R2). In addition, the licensee failed to ensure a current written service plan was revised to reflect the current services provided for two of five residents (R3, R4). [...]”
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. [...]”
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- Tag 1830: 144G.71 Subd. 14 Renewal of prescriptions 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 prescriptions were renewed at least every 12 months for one of five residents (R4).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure prescriptions were renewed at least every 12 months for one of five residents (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 an 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 [...]”
Rule cited: “Prescriptions must be renewed at least every 12 months or more frequently as indicated by the assessment in subdivision 2. Prescriptions for controlled substances must comply with chapter 152.”
- Tag 1870: 144G.71 Subd. 18 Medications provided by resident or family me 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 security and accountability for the overall management, control, and disposition of prescribed and over
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure security and accountability for the overall management, control, and disposition of prescribed and over the counter medications for two of six residents (R3, R7). [...]”
Rule cited: “When the assisted living facility is aware of any medications or dietary supplements that are being used by the resident and are not included in the assessment for medication management services, the staff must advise the registered nurse and document that in [...]”
- 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 four residents (R1).
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 four residents (R1). [...]”
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 1970: 144G.72 Subd. 6 Treatment and therapy orders Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to obtain prescriber orders for all treatments and therapies, including the frequency, duration and other information needed to administer the treatment or therapy for one of five residents (R3).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to obtain prescriber orders for all treatments and therapies, including the frequency, duration and other information needed to administer the treatment or therapy for one of five residents (R3). [...]”
Rule cited: “There must be an up-to-date written or electronically recorded order from an authorized prescriber for all treatments and therapies. [...]”
- Tag 2310: 144G.91 Subd. 4 (a) Appropriate care and services 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 care and services according to acceptable health care, medical, or nursing standards for secure storage of chemical liquids.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to provide care and services according to acceptable health care, medical, or nursing standards for secure storage of chemical liquids. This had the potential to affect all residents. [...]”
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, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure the steps of the medication administration process were followed for one of five residents (R6).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure the steps of the medication administration process were followed for one of five residents (R6). [...]”
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 [...]”
From MDH’s letter: 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)
- April 30, 2025 · report HL296479082M · MDH finding: Substantiated, facility responsibility
Details
Allegation, as written: “The facility neglected the resident when staff failed to complete the residents daily, "I'm ok" check. Staff found the resident deceased in her apartment after not having been seen in the community for two days.”
“The Minnesota Department of Health determined neglect was substantiated.”
“The facility was responsible for the maltreatment.”
Summary: MDH looked into an allegation and found: neglect substantiated (facility responsibility).
MDH’s conclusion, as written: “The Minnesota Department of Health determined neglect was substantiated. The facility was responsible for the maltreatment. Staff were directed to complete an "I'm Okay" check daily. The facility did not have a process in place to double-check in case staff missed a resident's checks. This created a domino-effect of missed opportunities in which staff missed the resident's "I'm Okay" check, did not notice newspapers piling up outside her door, nor the fact that the resident missed several meal pick-ups. Staff failed to complete the residents check on Sunday, and staff last saw the resident around dinnertime on Saturday. When staff checked on the resident Monday the resident was found deceased in her apartment.”
Action taken by facility: “Staff were re-educated on the "I'm Okay" check process. The housekeeping team was educated on the notification process when newspapers were not taken into a resident's apartment daily.”
Action taken by MDH: “The responsible party will be notified of their right to appeal the maltreatment finding. The facility was found to be in noncompliance.”
Survey completed April 11, 2025: 1 correction order
- Tag 2360: 144G.91 Subd. 8 Freedom from maltreatment
Details
Summary: MDH found the facility failed to ensure one of one resident reviewed (R1) was free from maltreatment.
MDH’s finding, as written: “The facility failed to ensure one of one resident reviewed (R1) was free from maltreatment. Findings include: The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) issued a determination maltreatment occurred, and the facility was responsible for the maltreatment, in connection with incidents which occurred at the facility. Please refer to the public maltreatment report for details.”
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 2360: 144G.91 Subd. 8 Freedom from maltreatment
- December 31, 2024 · report HL296475282M · MDH finding: Substantiated, facility responsibility
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Allegation, as written: “The facility neglected the resident when staff failed to administer the resident's oral respiratory inhaler medication for 68 days. The resident developed audible wheezing, pallor, weakness, and increased difficulty in breathing. The resident required hospitalization to manage her symptoms.”
“The Minnesota Department of Health determined neglect was substantiated.”
“The facility was responsible for the maltreatment.”
Summary: MDH looked into an allegation and found: neglect substantiated (facility responsibility).
MDH’s conclusion, as written: “The Minnesota Department of Health determined neglect was substantiated. The facility was responsible for the maltreatment. The facility had no system in place to review medications transcribed onto resident medical administration records (MARs). As a result, when the resident's scheduled daily inhaler (Breo Ellipta) was incorrectly transcribed and removed from the MAR, staff did not notice the error and the resident did not receive her inhaler for 65 days. The resident developed difficulty breathing and was sent to the hospital.”
Action taken by facility: “The facility provided education to the nurse team regarding medication order processing and review to ensure the accuracy of orders. The facility established regular MAR audits to ensure accuracy of medication transcriptions and proper medication administration.”
Action taken by MDH: “The responsible party will be notified of their right to appeal the maltreatment finding. The facility was found to be in noncompliance.”
Survey completed December 3, 2024: 1 correction order
- Tag 2360: 144G.91 Subd. 8 Freedom from maltreatment
Details
Summary: MDH found the facility failed to ensure one of one resident(s) reviewed (R1) was free from maltreatment.
MDH’s finding, as written: “The facility failed to ensure one of one resident(s) reviewed (R1) was free from maltreatment. Findings include: The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) issued a determination maltreatment occurred, and the facility was responsible for the maltreatment, in connection with incidents which occurred at the facility. Please refer to the public maltreatment report for details.”
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 2360: 144G.91 Subd. 8 Freedom from maltreatment
- April 27, 2022 · report HL29647001M
Inconclusive investigations (1)
- April 26, 2023 · report HL296474683M · MDH finding: Inconclusive
Details
Allegation, as written: “The alleged perpetrator (AP), a facility nurse, financially exploited Resident #1, Resident #2, Resident #3, Resident #4, Resident #5, and Resident #6 when the AP took the residents' narcotic medications for personal use.”
“The Minnesota Department of Health determined financial exploitation was inconclusive.”
Summary: MDH looked into an allegation and found: financial exploitation inconclusive.
MDH’s conclusion, as written: “The Minnesota Department of Health determined financial exploitation was inconclusive. Due to conflicting information and lack of orientation provided by the facility, it is unable to be determined if the AP destroyed the narcotic medications or if the AP took the narcotics for personal use. There were no witnesses to the incidents.”
Action taken by facility: “The facility completed an internal investigation and provided re-education on the process of medication destruction to all staff. The AP is no longer employed at the facility.”
Action taken by MDH: “The facility was found to be in noncompliance.”
Survey completed March 23, 2023: 1 correction order
- 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 orientation to assisted living statutes included all the required content for one of four employees (licensed practical nurse/LPN-C) with records reviewed.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure orientation to assisted living statutes included all the required content for one of four employees (licensed practical nurse/LPN-C) with records reviewed. [...]”
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 1470: 144G.63 Subd. 2 Content of required orientation Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D · correction period: Twenty-One (21) days
Unsubstantiated investigations (3)
- April 17, 2026 · report HL296479142M · MDH finding: Not Substantiated
Details
Allegation, as written: “The alleged perpetrator (AP) physically abused the resident via the use of physical restraint. The AP wheeled the resident into the community room against her wishes and positioned the resident's chair at a table, locking both sides of the chair. The resident could not unlock the brakes without staff assistance and was restrained in place.”
“The Minnesota Department of Health determined abuse was not substantiated.”
Summary: MDH looked into an allegation and found: abuse not substantiated.
MDH’s conclusion, as written: “The Minnesota Department of Health determined abuse was not substantiated. The AP's actions did not result in injury or harm to the resident and did not meet the statutory definition of abuse.”
Action taken by facility: “The facility completed an internal investigation of the incident. The AP is no longer employed by the facility.”
Action taken by MDH: “No further action taken at this time.”
Survey completed February 10, 2026: no correction orders issued.
- February 27, 2025 · report HL296471499C
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Survey completed February 19, 2025: no correction orders issued.
- December 31, 2024 · report HL296475643M · MDH finding: Not Substantiated
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Allegation, as written: “The facility neglected the resident when the resident fell and sustained a brain bleed. The resident was hospitalized and subsequently died.”
“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 residents plan of care was being followed at the time of the fall. After the resident fell, the facility sent the resident to the emergency room where the resident had a computed tomography (CT) scan of the head. There were no negative findings from the CT and the resident was sent back to the facility. Two days later, facility staff were concerned the resident was having increased weakness and the resident was sent to the hospital. Another CT of the resident's head was completed which indicated a large subdural hematoma (bleed) had developed. The resident died at the hospital the next day.”
Action taken by facility: “The facility assessed the resident appropriately and obtained a higher level of care for the resident as needed.”
Action taken by MDH: “No further action taken at this time.”
Survey completed December 3, 2024: 1 correction order
- Tag 2360: 144G.91 Subd. 8 Freedom from maltreatment
Details
Summary: MDH found the facility failed to ensure one of one resident(s) reviewed (R1) was free from maltreatment.
MDH’s finding, as written: “The facility failed to ensure one of one resident(s) reviewed (R1) was free from maltreatment. Findings include: The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) issued a determination maltreatment occurred, and the facility was responsible for the maltreatment, in connection with incidents which occurred at the facility. Please refer to the public maltreatment report for details.”
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 2360: 144G.91 Subd. 8 Freedom from maltreatment
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 142 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 THE WATERS OF EDINA
- License type
- Assisted Living Facility Dementia Care
- License number
- 425154
- License status
- Active
- Current license dated
- 2026-05-15
- Licensed capacity
- 142
- Licensee
- THE WATERS OF EDINA
- County
- Hennepin County
- Administrator/Authorized Agent
- Heidi Elliott
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 2.0 mi, nursing home 2.0 mi, pharmacy 1.7 mi
- Nearest hospital with an emergency room
- M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Edina. 2.0 miles away, straight line. CMS overall hospital rating: 5 of 5 stars.
- Nearest Medicare nursing home
- Aurora On France, Edina. 2.0 miles away, straight line.
- Nearest home health agency office
- Almost Family, Edina. 1.7 miles away, straight line. Agencies travel to clients, so ask which ones serve this address.
- Nearest pharmacy
- Walgreens. 1.7 miles away, straight line. From OpenStreetMap, which does not list every pharmacy, so one may be closer.
- Area
- USDA classes ZIP code 55436 as metropolitan (metropolitan core).
- Dialysis within 15 miles
- Fmc - Southtown Dialysis, Bloomington, 3.2 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 3 of 5 stars)
Davita St Louis Park Dialysis Center, Saint Louis Park, 3.5 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 2 of 5 stars)
Concerto Minnesota LLC, Saint Louis Park, 3.6 miles away, straight line - Hospice
- 22 Medicare hospices tell CMS they serve ZIP code 55436.
Caretenders Hospice, office in Minneapolis, 1.9 miles away, straight line
Gentiva, office in Edina, 2.2 miles away, straight line
Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital, office in Saint Louis Park, 3.2 miles away, straight line (CMS family survey rating 4 of 5 stars) - Nearest geriatric medicine practice
- Park Nicollet Clinic, St Louis Park. 2.6 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 moderate, wildfire very low, tornado relatively high, heat wave relatively high, 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 April 2025. 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 | 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 |
| The community’s own website | Could not read the site |
Common questionsAnswers to 4 questions families ask
What type of care does The Waters of Edina provide?
The Waters of Edina is licensed by the state of Minnesota for assisted living, memory care in Edina, Minnesota. Its licensed capacity is 142 residents.
Does Lilisity rate The Waters of Edina?
No. We publish state licensing details for The Waters of Edina 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 The Waters of Edina cost?
Assisted Living in Hennepin County typically starts at $2,500 to $4,400 a month. Based on 18 communities that publish prices. These are area figures, not this community's price. The Waters of Edina does not publish its prices.
How do I contact The Waters of Edina?
Use The Waters of Edina's website, thewaters.com/locations/the-waters-of-edina, or visit at 6300 Colonial Way, Edina, MN 55436.
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