Assisted Living
Ultimate Care Assisted Living
3609 78th Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 · Map
Licensed for 8 residents · ULTIMATE CARE ASSISTED LIVING BROOKDALE HOUSE
Ultimate Care Assisted Living is a state-licensed assisted living community in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. It is licensed for 8 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, 8 residents
Assisted Living Facility 423865, current license dated Feb 1, 2026. Licensee ULTIMATE CARE ASSISTED LIVING BROOKDALE HOUSE.
Nearest emergency room
6.1 miles
North Memorial Health Hospital, rated 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultimate Care Assisted Living this community | 8 | Not published | Active | 1 substantiated | |
| Aao Premium Healthcare | 0.1 mi | 5 | Not published | Active | No record |
| Adna Homes | 0.2 mi | 5 | Not published | Active | 0 substantiated |
| Carenest Living | 0.2 mi | 5 | Not published | Active | No record |
| Ace Homes | 0.2 mi | 4 | Not published | Active | 0 substantiated |
State inspection record1 substantiated
- Last evaluation
- October 23, 2025
- Evaluations on record
- 2
- Investigations substantiated
- 1 kept 7 years
- Inconclusive
- 0 kept 4 years
- Unsubstantiated
- 0 kept 3 years
Most recent evaluation (October 23, 2025, state report E7O511)
MDH: “On October 20, 2025, through October 23, 2025, the Minnesota Department of Health conducted a full survey at the above provider and the following correction orders are issued.”
Survey completed October 23, 2025: 19 correction orders
- Tag 470: 144G.41 Subdivision 1 Minimum requirements Level 3, widespread scope, scope/level letter I · correction period: Immediate · fine: $1,000.00 assessed
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to develop and implement a staffing plan to meet the scheduled and reasonably foreseeable unscheduled needs of the residents.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to develop and implement a staffing plan to meet the scheduled and reasonably foreseeable unscheduled needs of the residents. This had the potential to affect all residents. [...]”
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 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 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
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to establish and maintain an effective infection control program that complied with accepted health care, medical and nursing standards for infection control related to gloving and hand hygiene for one of three unlicensed personnel ((ULP)-C).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to establish and maintain an effective infection control program that complied with accepted health care, medical and nursing standards for infection control related to gloving and hand hygiene for one of three unlicensed personnel ((ULP)-C). [...]”
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 570: 144G.42 Subdivision 1 Display of license 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 display the original current license at the main entrance of the assisted living facility as required.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to display the original current license at the main entrance of the assisted living facility as required. This practice resulted in a level one violation (a violation that has no potential to cause more than a minimal impact on the resident and does not affect health or safety), and was issued at a widespread scope (when problems are pervasive or represent a systemic failure that has affected or has potential to affect a large portion or [...]”
Rule cited: “The original current license must be displayed at the main entrance of each assisted living facility. The facility must provide a copy of the license to any person who requests it.”
- Tag 650: 144G.42 Subd. 8 (a) Staff records 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 record of competency evaluations for one of two unlicensed personnel ((ULP)-C).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to maintain record of competency evaluations for one of two unlicensed personnel ((ULP)-C). This practice resulted in a level two violation (a violation that did not harm a resident's health or safety but had the potential to have harmed a resident's health or safety, but was not likely to cause serious injury, impairment, or death), and was issued at an isolated scope (when one or a limited number of residents are affected [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) The facility must maintain current records of each paid staff member, each regularly scheduled volunteer providing services, and each individual contractor providing services. [...]”
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- 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), which included a two-step tuberculin skin test (TST) or other evidence of TB screening such as a blood test for one of three employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-C).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on 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), which included a two-step tuberculin skin test (TST) or other evidence of TB screening such as a blood test for one of three employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-C). [...]”
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 700: 144G.43 Subdivision 1 Resident record 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 resident's personal health and medical information was kept private.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to ensure resident's personal health and medical information was kept private. This had the potential to affect all residents residing within the facility. [...]”
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 790: 144G.45 Subd. 2 (a) (2-3) Fire protection and physical environment Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to maintain the portable fire extinguishers.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to maintain the portable fire extinguishers. This deficient condition had the potential to affect all staff, residents, and visitors. [...]”
Rule cited: “(2) install and maintain portable fire extinguishers in accordance with the State Fire Code; (3) install portable fire extinguishers having a minimum 2-A:10-B:C rating within Group R-3 occupancies, as defined by the State Fire Code, located so that the travel [...]”
- Tag 800: 144G.45 Subd. 2 (a) (4) Fire protection and physical environment Level 1, pattern scope, scope/level letter B · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to maintain the physical environment, including walls, floors, ceiling, all furnishings, grounds, systems, and equipment in a continuous state of good repair and operation with regard to the health, safety, comfort, and well-being of the residents.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to maintain the physical environment, including walls, floors, ceiling, all furnishings, grounds, systems, and equipment in a continuous state of good repair and operation with regard to the health, safety, comfort, and well-being of the residents. This deficient condition had the potential to affect all staff, residents, and visitors. [...]”
Rule cited: “(4) keep the physical environment, including walls, floors, ceiling, all furnishings, grounds, systems, and equipment in a continuous state of good repair and operation with regard to the health, safety, comfort, and well-being of the residents in accordance [...]”
- Tag 810: 144G.45 Subd. 2 (b-f) Fire protection and physical environment Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to develop the fire safety and evacuation plan with the required content and provide the required training.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview, and record review, the licensee failed to develop the fire safety and evacuation plan with the required content and provide the required training. 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. [...]”
- Tag 1440: 144G.62 Subd. 4 Supervision of staff providing delegated nurs 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 direct supervision of staff performing a
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure a registered nurse (RN) conducted direct supervision of staff performing a delegated task within 30 days of providing services for one of two unlicensed personnel ((ULP)-C). [...]”
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 staff providing services completed an orientation to assisted living facility licensing requirements and regulations before providing services for one of
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure staff providing services completed an orientation to assisted living facility licensing requirements and regulations before providing services for one of three employees (clinical nurse supervisor (CNS) -B). [...]”
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 (a) (1-2) Training in Dementia, Mental Illness, and De- 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 complete two hours of initial training on mental illness and de-escalation for employees hired prior to July 1, 2025, for three of three employees (clinical nurse supervisor (CNS) -B, (unlicensed personnel) ULP-C, and ULP-D).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to complete two hours of initial training on mental illness and de-escalation for employees hired prior to July 1, 2025, for three of three employees (clinical nurse supervisor (CNS) -B, (unlicensed personnel) ULP-C, and ULP-D). [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) All assisted living facilities must meet the following dementia care, mental illness, and de-escalation training requirements: (1) supervisors of direct-care staff must have at least eight hours of initial training on dementia topics specified under [...]”
- Tag 1640: 144G.70 Subd. 4 (a-e) Service plan, implementation and revisions to 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 a written service plan which included a signature or other authentication by the resident or resident's designated representative to document agreement on the services to be provided for one of three residents (R2).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to develop a written service plan which included a signature or other authentication by the resident or resident's designated representative to document agreement on the services to be provided for one of three residents (R2). [...]”
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 1880: 144G.71 Subd. 19 Storage of medications 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 prescription medications were securely locked in a substantially constructed compartment 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 prescription medications were securely locked in a substantially constructed compartment and permitted only authorized personnel to have access. This had the potential to affect all residents residing within the facility. [...]”
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 and failed to ensure time sensitive medications were labeled with the date opened.
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 and failed to ensure time sensitive medications were labeled with the date opened. [...]”
Rule cited: “A prescription drug, prior to being set up for immediate or later administration, must be kept in the original container in which it was dispensed by the pharmacy bearing the original prescription label with legible information including the expiration or [...]”
- Tag 1910: 144G.71 Subd. 22 Disposition of medications Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to provide documentation in the resident's record regarding the disposition of medication to include the date of disposition and names of staff and other individuals involved in the disposition for one of one discharged resident (R1).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to provide documentation in the resident's record regarding the disposition of medication to include the date of disposition and names of staff and other individuals involved in the disposition for one of one discharged resident (R1). [...]”
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 2310: 144G.91 Subd. 4 (a) Appropriate care and services Level 3, widespread scope, scope/level letter I · correction period: Immediate · fine: $1,000.00 assessed
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure the care and services were provided according to acceptable health care and medical, or nursing standards for one of two residents (R4) with bed rails.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure the care and services were provided according to acceptable health care and medical, or nursing standards for one of two residents (R4) with bed rails. [...]”
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, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Seven (7) days
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MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure one of two unlicensed personnel (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-C) followed appropriate medication administration procedures. [...]”
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: the letter says the facility is in substantial compliance.
Food and beverage inspection (included in this report): Food and beverage inspection report included
Fines assessed by MDH
- Tag 470 (144g.41 Subdivision1 - Minimum Requirements): $1,000.00
- Tag 510 (144g.41 Subd.3 - Infection Control Program): $500.00
- Tag 2310 (144g.91 Subd.4 (a) - Appropriate CareAnd Services): $1,000.00
Total fines assessed, as printed in the letter: $2,500.00.
Earlier evaluations (1)
- November 7, 2023: report 7OZC11 · 18 correction orders
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Survey completed December 27, 2023: 9 correction orders
- Tag 430: 144G.40 Subd. 2 Uniform checklist disclosure of services (re-issued) scope/level letter C
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MDH’s finding, as written: “No further action needed.”
Rule cited: “(a) All assisted living facilities must provide to prospective residents: (1) a disclosure of the categories of assisted living licenses available and the category of license held by the facility; (2) a written checklist listing all services permitted under [...]”
- Tag 470: 144G.41 Subdivision 1 Minimum requirements (re-issued) scope/level letter C
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MDH’s finding, as written: “No further action needed.”
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 480: 144G.41 Subd 1 (13) (i) (B) Minimum requirements (re-issued) scope/level letter F
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MDH’s finding, as written: “No further action needed.”
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 (re-issued) scope/level letter F
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MDH’s finding, as written: “No further action needed.”
Rule cited: “(b) The facility must develop and implement an individual abuse prevention plan for each vulnerable adult. [...]”
- Tag 680: 144G.42 Subd. 10 Disaster planning and emergency preparedness (re-issued) scope/level letter F
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MDH’s finding, as written: “No further action needed.”
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 [...]”
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- Tag 780: 144G.45 Subd. 2 (a) (1) Fire protection and physical environment (re-issued) scope/level letter F
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MDH’s finding, as written: “No further action needed.”
Rule cited: “(a) Each assisted living facility must comply with the State Fire Code in Minnesota Rules, chapter 7511, and: (1) for dwellings or sleeping units, as defined in the State Fire Code: (i) provide smoke alarms in each room used for sleeping purposes; (ii) [...]”
- Tag 790: 144G.45 Subd. 2 (a) (2)-(3) Fire protection and physical environment (re-issued) scope/level letter F
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MDH’s finding, as written: “No further action needed.”
Rule cited: “(2) install and maintain portable fire extinguishers in accordance with the State Fire Code; (3) install portable fire extinguishers having a minimum 2-A:10-B:C rating within Group R-3 occupancies, as defined by the State Fire Code, located so that the travel [...]”
- 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 needed.”
Rule cited: “(b) Each assisted living facility shall develop and maintain fire safety and evacuation plans. [...]”
- Tag 1290: 144G.60 Subdivision 1 Background studies required (re-issued) Level 3, widespread scope, scope/level letter I · fine: $3,000.00 assessed
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to remove clinical nurse supervisor (CNS)-B from working with residents when a Notice of Background Study Disqualification was sent by the Department of Human Services (DHS) stating CNS-B was disqualified from providing direct patient care in the DHS NETStudy 2.0 system.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to remove clinical nurse supervisor (CNS)-B from working with residents when a Notice of Background Study Disqualification was sent by the Department of Human Services (DHS) stating CNS-B was disqualified from providing direct patient care in the DHS NETStudy 2.0 system. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) Employees, contractors, and regularly scheduled volunteers of the facility are subject to the background study required by section 144.057 and may be disqualified under chapter 245C. [...]”
Survey completed November 7, 2023: 9 correction orders
- Tag 430: 144G.40 Subd. 2 Uniform checklist disclosure of 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 provide the licensee's Uniform Disclosure of Assisted Living Services and Amenities (UDALSA) to one of one resident (R1).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to provide the licensee's Uniform Disclosure of Assisted Living Services and Amenities (UDALSA) to one of one resident (R1). [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) All assisted living facilities must provide to prospective residents: (1) a disclosure of the categories of assisted living licenses available and the category of license held by the facility; (2) a written checklist listing all services permitted under [...]”
- Tag 470: 144G.41 Subdivision 1 Minimum requirements 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 the staffing plan was posted as required, potentially affecting all the licensee's current residents, staff, and visitors.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to ensure the staffing plan was posted as required, potentially affecting all the licensee's current residents, staff, and visitors. [...]”
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 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
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure food was prepared and served according to the Minnesota Food Code.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee failed to ensure food was prepared and served according to the Minnesota Food Code. This practice resulted in a level two violation (a violation that did not harm a resident's health or safety but had the potential to have harmed a resident's health or safety) and was issued at a widespread scope (when problems are pervasive or represent a systemic failure that has affected or has the potential to affect a large portion or all the [...]”
Rule cited: “(13) offer to provide or make available at least the following services to residents: (B) food must be prepared and served according to the Minnesota Food Code, Minnesota Rules, chapter 4626; and”
- Tag 630: 144G.42 Subd. 6 (b) Compliance with requirements for reporting ma Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Seven (7) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to develop an individual abuse prevention plan (IAPP) with the required content for one of one resident (R1).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to develop an individual abuse prevention plan (IAPP) with the required content for one of one resident (R1). 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 a widespread scope (when problems are pervasive or represent a systemic [...]”
Rule cited: “(b) The facility must develop and implement an individual abuse prevention plan for each vulnerable adult. [...]”
- Tag 680: 144G.42 Subd. 10 Disaster planning and emergency preparedness Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-One (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to have a written emergency preparedness plan (EPP) with all the required content.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to have a written emergency preparedness plan (EPP) with all the required content. This had the potential to affect all visitors, employees, and residents. [...]”
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 [...]”
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- 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 provide smoke alarms that are interconnected so that actuation of one alarm causes all alarms in the dwelling unit to actuate.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to provide smoke alarms that are interconnected so that actuation of one alarm causes all alarms in the dwelling unit to actuate. This deficient condition had the ability to affect all staff and residents. [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) Each assisted living facility must comply with the State Fire Code in Minnesota Rules, chapter 7511, and: (1) for dwellings or sleeping units, as defined in the State Fire Code: (i) provide smoke alarms in each room used for sleeping purposes; (ii) [...]”
- Tag 790: 144G.45 Subd. 2 (a) (2)-(3) 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 perform the required annual maintenance on fire extinguisher and failed provide adequately rated portable fire extinguishers as required for the facility.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on observation and interview, the licensee failed to perform the required annual maintenance on fire extinguisher and failed provide adequately rated portable fire extinguishers as required for the facility. This had the potential to affect all current residents, staff, and visitors. [...]”
Rule cited: “(2) install and maintain portable fire extinguishers in accordance with the State Fire Code; (3) install portable fire extinguishers having a minimum 2-A:10-B:C rating within Group R-3 occupancies, as defined by the State Fire Code, located so that the travel [...]”
- Tag 810: 144G.45 Subd. 2 (b)-(f) Fire protection and physical environment Level 2, widespread scope, scope/level letter F · correction period: Twenty-one (21) days
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to develop a fire safety and evacuation plan with the required elements.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to develop a fire safety and evacuation plan with the required elements. This had the potential to affect all staff, residents, and visitors. [...]”
Rule cited: “(b) Each assisted living facility shall develop and maintain fire safety and evacuation plans. [...]”
- Tag 1290: 144G.60 Subdivision 1 Background studies required Level 3, widespread scope, scope/level letter I · correction period: IMMEDIATE · fine: $3,000.00 assessed
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Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to ensure a background study (BGS) was submitted and a clearance received in affiliation with the assisted living licensee's current health facility identification (HFID) for seven of eight employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-D), ULP-C, ULP-E, ULP-F, ULP-G, ULP-H, ULP-I).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to ensure a background study (BGS) was submitted and a clearance received in affiliation with the assisted living licensee's current health facility identification (HFID) for seven of eight employees (unlicensed personnel (ULP)-D), ULP-C, ULP-E, ULP-F, ULP-G, ULP-H, ULP-I). [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) Employees, contractors, and regularly scheduled volunteers of the facility are subject to the background study required by section 144.057 and may be disqualified under chapter 245C. [...]”
Fines assessed by MDH
- Tag 1290 (144g.60 Subdivision 1 - Background Studies Required): $3,000.00
Total fines assessed, as printed in the letter: $3,000.00.
- Tag 430: 144G.40 Subd. 2 Uniform checklist disclosure of services (re-issued) scope/level letter C
Substantiated investigations (state reports)
- February 14, 2024 · report HL343577004M · MDH finding: Substantiated, facility responsibility
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Allegation, as written: “The facility neglected the resident when it failed to provide adequate supervision after the resident's call light quit working. The resident fell and was unable to call for help. The resident was on the floor yelling for help for three hours until a staff member came to help. The facility neglected the resident when it failed to provide adequate supervision after the resident eloped from the facility and refused to come back, thinking someone was trying to kill her. The resident was sent to the emergency room and the facility refused to allow the resident to return. [...]”
“The Minnesota Department of Health determined neglect related to administering insulin without checking blood sugar was substantiated.”
Summary: MDH looked into an allegation and found: neglect related to administering insulin without checking blood sugar substantiated (facility responsibility).
MDH’s conclusion, as written: “The Minnesota Department of Health determined neglect related to administering insulin without checking blood sugar was substantiated. The resident ran out of test strips to check her blood sugar and missed a total of 31 scheduled blood sugar checks over eight days. The resident was still given her scheduled insulin despite staff not knowing what her blood sugar levels were. The registered nurse (RN) was aware the test strips were out and that staff were not checking a blood sugar prior to administering insulin and failed to take immediate action. Several days after being notified of the issue, the facility bought over the counter test strips to check the resident's blood sugar. The RN failed to notify the resident's provider of the issue and failed to complete medication error reports for the instances when insulin was given without checking a blood sugar first. [...]”
Action taken by facility: “No action taken.”
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 February 8, 2024: 3 correction orders
- Tag 1060: 144G.52 Subd. 9 Emergency relocation Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to provide a written notice with required content for an emergency relocation and failed to notify the Office of Ombudsman for Long-Term Care of the emergency relocation for one or one resident (R1).
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to provide a written notice with required content for an emergency relocation and failed to notify the Office of Ombudsman for Long-Term Care of the emergency relocation for one or one resident (R1). [...]”
Rule cited: “(a) A facility may remove a resident from the facility in an emergency if necessary due to a resident's urgent medical needs or an imminent risk the resident poses to the health or safety of another facility resident or facility staff member. [...]”
- Tag 2310: 144G.91 Subd. 4 (a) Appropriate care and services Level 3, isolated scope, scope/level letter G · correction period: Seven (7) days
Details
Summary: MDH found the licensee failed to provide appropriate care, services, and supervision for one of one residents (R1) with four times per day blood sugar checks and orders for insulin.
MDH’s finding, as written: “Based on interview and record review, the licensee failed to provide appropriate care, services, and supervision for one of one residents (R1) with four times per day blood sugar checks and orders for insulin. The resident ran out of test strips to check her blood sugar and missed a total of 31 scheduled blood sugar checks over eight days. The resident was still given her scheduled insulin. [...]”
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 2360: 144G.91 Subd. 8 Freedom from maltreatment
Details
Summary: MDH found the facility failed to ensure one of one residents reviewed (R1) was free from maltreatment.
MDH’s finding, as written: “The facility failed to ensure one of one residents 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 1060: 144G.52 Subd. 9 Emergency relocation Level 2, isolated scope, scope/level letter D
What the levels and scopes mean (MDH’s words)
Level 1: “a violation that has no potential to cause more than a minimal impact on the resident and does not affect health or safety”
Level 2: “a violation that did not harm a resident's health or safety but had the potential to have harmed a resident's health or safety, but was not likely to cause serious injury, impairment, or death”
Level 3: “a violation that harmed a resident's health or safety, not including serious injury, impairment, or death, or a violation that has the potential to lead to serious injury, impairment, or death”
Isolated scope: “when one or a limited number of residents are affected or one or a limited number of staff are involved, or the situation has occurred only occasionally”
Pattern scope: “when more than a limited number of residents are affected, more than a limited number of staff are involved, or the situation has occurred repeatedly; but is not found to be pervasive”
Widespread scope: “when problems are pervasive or represent a systemic failure that has affected or has the potential to affect a large portion or all of the residents”
Summaries are ours and are marked “Summary”; quoted text is MDH’s own, shortened where marked [...]. Read the full reports at the links above or search every report on MDH’s site.
What these terms mean
MDH: “An evaluation is a process regulated by the division to ensure licensees comply with the laws, rules, and certifications for the type of care and services authorized under their license/certification.”
“An investigation may occur when the division is notified that care and services are not being provided by licensees as required by law. This may include allegations of abuse, neglect, or financial misuse.”
For maltreatment, Minnesota law defines substantiated as “a preponderance of the evidence shows that an act that meets the definition of maltreatment occurred” and inconclusive as “less than a preponderance of evidence to show that maltreatment did or did not occur” (Minn. Stat. 626.5572).
Correction orders, as MDH explains on each state form: “Tag numbers have been assigned to Minnesota State Statutes for Assisted Living Facilities.” “The letter in the left column is used for tracking purposes and reflects the scope and level issued pursuant to 144G.31 subd. 1, 2, and 3.” MDH adds that there is no requirement to submit a plan of correction for violations of Minnesota state statutes.
MDH keeps investigation results for seven years when allegations are substantiated, four years when inconclusive, and three years when unsubstantiated, so the counts cover different periods. This community is licensed for 8 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 ULTIMATE CARE ASSISTED LIVING BROOKDALE HOUSE
- License type
- Assisted Living Facility
- License number
- 423865
- License status
- Active
- Current license dated
- 2026-02-01
- Licensed capacity
- 8
- Licensee
- ULTIMATE CARE ASSISTED LIVING BROOKDALE HOUSE
- County
- Hennepin County
- Administrator/Authorized Agent
- Alfred Apata
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 6.1 mi, nursing home 1.3 mi, pharmacy 1.2 mi
- Nearest hospital with an emergency room
- North Memorial Health Hospital, Robbinsdale. 6.1 miles away, straight line. CMS overall hospital rating: 1 of 5 stars. Location approximate.
- Nearest Medicare nursing home
- Saint Therese at Oxbow Lake, Brooklyn Park. 1.3 miles away, straight line.
- Nearest home health agency office
- Sefertt Health Care LLC, Brooklyn Park. 0.8 miles away, straight line. Agencies travel to clients, so ask which ones serve this address.
- Nearest pharmacy
- Walgreens. 1.2 miles away, straight line. From OpenStreetMap, which does not list every pharmacy, so one may be closer.
- Area
- USDA classes ZIP code 55443 as metropolitan (metropolitan core).
- Dialysis within 15 miles
- Fresenius Kidney Care Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Center, 2.4 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 3 of 5 stars)
Davita East River Road Dialysis, Fridley, 3.2 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 2 of 5 stars)
Davita New Hope Dialysis Center, New Hope, 3.6 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 3 of 5 stars) - Hospice
- 28 Medicare hospices tell CMS they serve ZIP code 55443.
Serenity Hospice Homes LLC, office in Brooklyn Park, 1.6 miles away, straight line
North Memorial Home Hlth Hospc, office in Robbinsdale, 5.5 miles away, straight line (CMS family survey rating 4 of 5 stars)
Mary T Hospice, office in Coon Rapids, 6.1 miles away, straight line - Nearest geriatric medicine practice
- Hennepin Healthcare System Inc, Brooklyn Park. 1.4 miles away, straight line. 2 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 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 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?
- Who is here at night? Are they awake, or asleep and on call?
- Who covers when the owner is sick, on vacation, or away for the day? Can we meet them?
- Is it one flat rate, or does it rise with care needs?
- Can you help someone who needs two people to move, or a mechanical lift?
- 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 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 Ultimate Care Assisted Living provide?
Ultimate Care Assisted Living is licensed by the state of Minnesota for assisted living in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. Its licensed capacity is 8 residents.
Does Lilisity rate Ultimate Care Assisted Living?
No. We publish state licensing details for Ultimate Care 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 Ultimate Care Assisted Living 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. Ultimate Care Assisted Living does not publish its prices.
How do I contact Ultimate Care Assisted Living?
Visit Ultimate Care Assisted Living at 3609 78th Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443.
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