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HomeMinnesotaLakeside Generations Health Care Center

Lakeside Generations Health Care Center

439 William Avenue East, Dassel, MN 553253202753308WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.5on Google(2 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
55
certified

How Lakeside Generations Health Care Center 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
4/5
MN average
3.2/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
MN average
2.9/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
MN average
4.2/5
Close to state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.03 hrs/day
MN average
4.19 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
1.21 hrs/day
MN average
1.06 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
53.1%
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 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Minnesota average of 3.2/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Minnesota average of 2.9/5.
Reported RN time is 1.21 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 1.06.
Staff turnover is 53.1%, higher than the Minnesota average of 42.2%.

Health Inspection Trend

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

Previous cycle
4
deficiency citations
Inspected Dec 6, 2024
Most recent cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected Jan 8, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 3 fewer deficiency citations 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
Meeker County 65+
4,704
20.1% of county
County Population
23,352
Meeker County

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

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Lakeside Generations Health Care Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Dassel, Minnesota with 55 certified beds. It has been operating since 1989. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
55
Avg Residents/Day
43.9
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 24, 1989
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Meeker
Last Inspection
Jan 8, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1
Weighted Score
22.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (8)

F0760Actual Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Feb 12, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Dec 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Dec 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0851Potential for Harm

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

Survey: Feb 28, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0757Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Survey: Feb 28, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0577Minimal Harm

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

Survey: Feb 28, 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 Aide2.47 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.34 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.21 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.03 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.44 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.05 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
53.1%
RN Turnover
57.1%
Administrators Left
3

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (13)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
AUGUSTANA CARE5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jan 1, 2018
WOLTERS, BRIANNEW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018
ELLINGSON, ERIKCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018
NYE, GERALDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018
PARKS, CHARLESCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018
RAMSDALE, SCOTTCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018
WILKERSON, GARYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2017
DAHL, ROBERTCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018
KERN, MATTHEWCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AOct 1, 2017
STADTHERR, SEELOCHANICORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018
YOUNGQUIST, KATHRYNCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018
CASSIAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2018
WOLTERS, BRIANNEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Lakeside Generations Health Care Center and nearby alternatives.

All Minnesota facilities
Lakeside Generations Health Care Center
Dassel, MNCurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Cokato Manor
Cokato, MN5.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Meeker Manor Rehabilitation Center, LLC
Litchfield, MN10.8 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $14,696
Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake
Howard Lake, MN11.0 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
The Gardens at Winsted LLC
Winsted, MN14.6 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $8,021
Harmony River Living Center
Hutchinson, MN15.4 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $13,520
Annandale Care Center INC
Annandale, MN15.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Lakeside Generations Health Care Center
Dassel, MN · Current facility
—4/54/54/5None recorded
Cokato Manor
Cokato, MN
5.1 mi5/54/54/5None recorded
Meeker Manor Rehabilitation Center, LLC
Litchfield, MN
10.8 mi3/53/52/5$14,696
Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake
Howard Lake, MN
11.0 mi4/53/55/5None recorded
The Gardens at Winsted LLC
Winsted, MN
14.6 mi2/52/53/5$8,021
Harmony River Living Center
Hutchinson, MN
15.4 mi4/53/55/5$13,520
Annandale Care Center INC
Annandale, MN
15.6 mi5/55/54/5None recorded

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 Lakeside Generations Health Care Center?▾
Lakeside Generations Health Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Lakeside Generations Health Care Center 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). Lakeside Generations Health Care Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Lakeside Generations Health Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Lakeside Generations Health Care Center had 1 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jan 8, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Lakeside Generations Health Care Center?▾
Lakeside Generations Health Care Center provides 4.03 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.21 RN hours, 0.34 LPN hours, and 2.47 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 53.1%.
How many beds does Lakeside Generations Health Care Center have?▾
Lakeside Generations Health Care Center has 55 certified beds with an average of 43.9 residents per day, resulting in approximately 80% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Cassia chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Lakeside Generations Health Care Center?▾
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 Lakeside Generations Health Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, Lakeside Generations Health Care Center has a rating of 3.5 out of 5 based on 2 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.

Part of Cassia

This chain operates 16 facilities. View all →