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HomeMinnesotaEcumen Lakeshore

Ecumen Lakeshore

4002 London Road, Duluth, MN 558042186257100WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.3on Google(18 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
60
certified

How Ecumen Lakeshore Compares in Minnesota

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Minnesota. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
MN average
3.2/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
MN average
2.9/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
MN average
4.2/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
5.29 hrs/day
MN average
4.19 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.71 hrs/day
MN average
1.06 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
46.3%
MN average
42.2%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Minnesota average of 3.2/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Minnesota average of 2.9/5.
Reported nursing time is 5.29 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 4.19.
Reported RN time is 1.71 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 1.06.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected Aug 7, 2025
Most recent cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected May 21, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 1 fewer deficiency citation than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$11,019/mo
Minnesota median
Private Room
$13,109/mo
Minnesota median
St. Louis County 65+
40,686
20.3% of county
County Population
200,122
St. Louis County

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

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Ecumen Lakeshore is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Duluth, Minnesota with 60 certified beds. It has been operating since 1977. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
60
Avg Residents/Day
49.3
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jul 1, 1977
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
St. Louis
Last Inspection
May 21, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0
Weighted Score
1.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (2)

F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Aug 7, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Jun 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

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

Nurse Aide2.99 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.59 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.71 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.29 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.74 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.44 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
46.3%
RN Turnover
25.0%
Administrators Left
1

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (12)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
ECUMEN5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jun 14, 1994
KENDRICK, SHELLEYW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 18, 2012
ALAM, MORSHEDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 30, 2019
DADY, JAMESCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 1, 2019
KENDRICK, SHELLEYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 18, 2012
KRO, LISACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 1, 2019
ULVESTAD, NANCYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 1, 2019
ALAM, MORSHEDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 30, 2019
CERVENKA, DEBBIECORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 1, 2015
KENDRICK, SHELLEYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 18, 2012
ALAM, MORSHEDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ASep 30, 2019
KENDRICK, SHELLEYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 18, 2012

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Ecumen Lakeshore and nearby alternatives.

All Minnesota facilities
Ecumen Lakeshore
Duluth, MNCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Aftenro Home
Duluth, MN2.4 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Benedictine Health Center
Duluth, MN2.8 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Hilltop Healthcare Rehabilitation and Skilled Nurs
Duluth, MN4.0 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $168,221
Bayshore Residence and Rehabilitation Center
Duluth, MN4.3 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $132,398
Franciscan Health Center
Duluth, MN5.6 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Viewcrest Health Center
Duluth, MN6.2 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $51,441
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Ecumen Lakeshore
Duluth, MN · Current facility
—5/55/55/5None recorded
Aftenro Home
Duluth, MN
2.4 mi1/51/55/5None recorded
Benedictine Health Center
Duluth, MN
2.8 mi1/51/54/5None recorded
Hilltop Healthcare Rehabilitation and Skilled Nurs
Duluth, MN
4.0 mi2/52/54/5$168,221
Bayshore Residence and Rehabilitation Center
Duluth, MN
4.3 mi1/51/54/5$132,398
Franciscan Health Center
Duluth, MN
5.6 mi1/52/54/5None recorded
Viewcrest Health Center
Duluth, MN
6.2 mi4/54/54/5$51,441

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Ecumen Lakeshore?▾
Ecumen Lakeshore has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Ecumen Lakeshore 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). Ecumen Lakeshore participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Ecumen Lakeshore had any health inspection violations?▾
Ecumen Lakeshore had 0 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 21, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Ecumen Lakeshore?▾
Ecumen Lakeshore provides 5.29 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.71 RN hours, 0.59 LPN hours, and 2.99 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 46.3%.
How many beds does Ecumen Lakeshore have?▾
Ecumen Lakeshore has 60 certified beds with an average of 49.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 82% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Ecumen chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Ecumen Lakeshore?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Minnesota, including 6 in Duluth. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Ecumen Lakeshore?▾
On Google Maps, Ecumen Lakeshore has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 18 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

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