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HomeMinnesotaPerham Living

Perham Living

735 Third Street Southwest, Perham, MN 565732183471800WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.3on Google(6 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
96
certified

How Perham Living 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
5.45 hrs/day
MN average
4.19 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.37 hrs/day
MN average
1.06 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
30.0%
MN average
42.2%
Lower 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 5.45 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 4.19.
Reported RN time is 1.37 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
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 30, 2025
Most recent cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 24, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 3 more 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
Otter Tail County 65+
14,651
24.4% of county
County Population
60,072
Otter Tail County

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

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Perham Living is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Perham, Minnesota with 96 certified beds. It has been operating since 1987. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
96
Avg Residents/Day
86.3
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jul 1, 1987
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Otter Tail
Last Inspection
Mar 24, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
9.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (6)

F0605Potential for Harm

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Survey: Mar 24, 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: Mar 24, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0756Potential for Harm

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Survey: Mar 24, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jun 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0584Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Survey: Jun 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 12, 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 Aide3.29 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.79 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.37 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.45 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.46 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.09 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
30.0%
RN Turnover
25.8%
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 (24)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
ALTSTADT, ERIKACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 21, 2018
BACHELDER, JAREDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AFeb 15, 2025
BERUBE, ALLANCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 31, 2017
BLICKENSTAFF, JEFFREYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 1982
BRASEL, MICHAELCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 27, 2018
HUEBSCH, SUECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
JAHNKE, EUGENECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2010
KEIL, ALISYNCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 29, 2007
LEE, MICHAELCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2025
MARTHALER, TERRYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2010
MEYER, THOMASCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2015
RASTEDT, CYNTHIACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 29, 2007
RICHTER, RICHARDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 29, 2007
SCHRAM, SPENCERCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ADec 1, 2017
VANWATERMULEN, ALANACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 26, 2018
WIDNESS, ARVINCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2025
HENDRICKX, TRACYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AOct 31, 2016
HOFIUS, CHARLESCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 29, 2007
STODERL, WILLIAMCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2025
ALTSTADT, ERIKAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 24, 2018
BLICKENSTAFF, JEFFREYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 1982
HENDRICKX, TRACYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 31, 2016
BLICKENSTAFF, JEFFREYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AFeb 13, 2025
HENDRICKX, TRACYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AFeb 13, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Perham Living and nearby alternatives.

All Minnesota facilities
Perham Living
Perham, MNCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Frazee Care Center
Frazee, MN10.7 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Emmanuel Nursing Home
Detroit Lakes, MN18.8 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $82,840
Essentia Health Oak Crossing
Detroit Lakes, MN19.4 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $7,446
Good Samaritan Society - Battle Lake
Battle Lake, MN22.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Pelican Valley Health Center
Pelican Rapids, MN23.5 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Fair Oaks Lodge
Wadena, MN24.8 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $10,062
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Perham Living
Perham, MN · Current facility
—5/55/55/5None recorded
Frazee Care Center
Frazee, MN
10.7 mi5/54/54/5None recorded
Emmanuel Nursing Home
Detroit Lakes, MN
18.8 mi3/52/55/5$82,840
Essentia Health Oak Crossing
Detroit Lakes, MN
19.4 mi5/54/55/5$7,446
Good Samaritan Society - Battle Lake
Battle Lake, MN
22.1 mi5/55/54/5None recorded
Pelican Valley Health Center
Pelican Rapids, MN
23.5 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Fair Oaks Lodge
Wadena, MN
24.8 mi2/52/54/5$10,062

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 Perham Living?▾
Perham Living 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 3/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Perham Living 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). Perham Living participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Perham Living had any health inspection violations?▾
Perham Living had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Mar 24, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Perham Living?▾
Perham Living provides 5.45 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.37 RN hours, 0.79 LPN hours, and 3.29 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 30.0%.
How many beds does Perham Living have?▾
Perham Living has 96 certified beds with an average of 86.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 90% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Perham Living?▾
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 Perham Living?▾
On Google Maps, Perham Living has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 6 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.