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HomeMinnesotaCura of Sandstone

Cura of Sandstone

109 Court Avenue South, Sandstone, MN 550723202453150WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.2on Google(22 reviews)
1/5Much Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
1/5
Beds
50
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $17,345

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 1/5 stars (below average)

• Google users rate it 4.2/5 based on 22 reviews

• Has 50 certified beds with an average of 36.2 residents per day (72% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 10 deficiencies (inspected Apr 8, 2026)

• Has been fined a total of $17,345 across 1 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 5.18 hours per resident per day

• Part of the Cura chain (9 facilities)

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$11,019/mo
Minnesota median
Private Room
$13,109/mo
Minnesota median
Pine County 65+
6,187
21.3% of county
County Population
29,090
Pine County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Cura of Sandstone is a 1-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Sandstone, Minnesota with 50 certified beds. It has been operating since 1987. The facility scored below average compared to Minnesota facilities.

Beds
50
Avg Residents/Day
36.2
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Apr 1, 1987
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Pine
Last Inspection
Apr 8, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
10
Weighted Score
74.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (26)

F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 8, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Apr 8, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Apr 8, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Apr 8, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0688Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Survey: Apr 8, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0693Potential for Harm

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Survey: Apr 8, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0881Potential for Harm

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Survey: Apr 8, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Mar 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Mar 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Dec 4, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0576Potential for Harm

Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.

Survey: Feb 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0570Potential for Harm

Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.

Survey: Feb 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Feb 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Feb 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Feb 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Feb 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0758Potential for Harm

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Survey: Feb 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0919Potential for Harm

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Survey: Feb 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Jan 5, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0583Potential for Harm

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Survey: Nov 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Nov 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Nov 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Nov 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0791Potential for Harm

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Survey: Nov 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Nov 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$17,345
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineDec 4, 2025
$17,345

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide3.06 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.80 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.32 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.18 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.52 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.03 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
0.0%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (19)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
OPATZ, TOM5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual50%May 12, 2017
STRUZYK, FRED5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual50%May 12, 2017
OPATZ, TOMMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AMay 17, 2017
OPATZ, TOMCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 17, 2012
STRUZYK, FREDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 17, 2012
TF MANAGEMENT LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AMay 1, 2017
COLBY, JENNIFEROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ASep 1, 1996
ERVIN, DEREKOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 28, 2022
JOHNSON, JENNIFEROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 6, 2024
LINDBERG, KALLIEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 3, 2024
LUDWIG, CYNTHIAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 24, 2023
MEYER, LUNAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 10, 2024
STRATE, LAWRENCEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 1, 2017
SANDSTONE HEALTH CARE CENTER LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AMay 1, 2017
TF MANAGEMENT LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJul 15, 2025
LINDBERG, KALLIEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AApr 5, 2024
OPATZ, TOMADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMay 1, 2017
STRATE, LAWRENCEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMay 1, 2017
STRUZYK, FREDADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMay 1, 2017

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Cura of Sandstone?▾
Cura of Sandstone has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 1/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Cura of Sandstone cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Minnesota is $11,019/month for a semi-private room and $13,109/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Cura of Sandstone participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Cura of Sandstone had any health inspection violations?▾
Cura of Sandstone had 10 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 8, 2026). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $17,345.
What are the staffing levels at Cura of Sandstone?▾
Cura of Sandstone provides 5.18 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.32 RN hours, 0.80 LPN hours, and 3.06 nurse aide hours.
How many beds does Cura of Sandstone have?▾
Cura of Sandstone has 50 certified beds with an average of 36.2 residents per day, resulting in approximately 72% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Cura chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Cura of Sandstone?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Minnesota. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Cura of Sandstone?▾
On Google Maps, Cura of Sandstone has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 based on 22 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 1/5.

Part of Cura

This chain operates 9 facilities. View all →