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HomeMinnesotaSunnyside Care Center

Sunnyside Care Center

16561 Us Highway 10, Lake Park, MN 565542182385944WebsiteGoogle Maps
2.6on Google(5 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
30
certified

How Sunnyside 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
5/5
MN average
3.2/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
MN average
2.9/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
MN average
4.2/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
5.07 hrs/day
MN average
4.19 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.93 hrs/day
MN average
1.06 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
28.9%
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 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Minnesota average of 2.9/5.
Reported nursing time is 5.07 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 4.19.
Reported RN time is 0.93 hours per resident per day, below 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
5
deficiency citations
Inspected Jun 11, 2025
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Jun 9, 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
Becker County 65+
7,539
21.4% of county
County Population
35,202
Becker County

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

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Sunnyside Care Center is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Lake Park, Minnesota with 30 certified beds. It has been operating since 1992. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
30
Avg Residents/Day
27
Ownership
Government - County
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Feb 1, 1992
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Becker
Last Inspection
Jun 9, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
23.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (12)

F0689Actual Harm

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

Survey: Apr 17, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 17, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0552Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

Survey: Jun 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0604Potential for Harm

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Survey: Jun 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Jun 11, 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: Jun 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0700Potential for Harm

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

Survey: Jun 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Mar 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Mar 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0554Potential for Harm

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Survey: Mar 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Mar 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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: Mar 6, 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 Aide3.55 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.60 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.93 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.07 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.47 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
28.9%
RN Turnover
22.2%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Government - County
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (16)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
KNOLL, CHRISTOPHERCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AAug 1, 2023
NELSON, BARRYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2005
AMUNDSON, SAMANTHACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ADec 11, 2019
BOMAN, PRISCILLACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AOct 22, 2019
CHRISTENSEN, JOHANNACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ADec 11, 2019
GRIMSLEY, BENJAMINCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2010
HEIDE, KENNETHCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 22, 2016
HENDREN, CAROLINECORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AAug 1, 2023
MEYER, DAVIDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 24, 2023
MINNEWASKA LUTHERAN HOMEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AAug 1, 2023
LARSON, JULIEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 1, 2023
MCNALLY, ASHLEYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 19, 2019
BECKER COUNTYADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AAug 1, 2023
MINNEWASKA LUTHERAN HOMEADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 30, 2026
LARSON, JULIEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ASep 19, 2025
MCNALLY, ASHLEYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 9, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Sunnyside Care Center and nearby alternatives.

All Minnesota facilities
Sunnyside Care Center
Lake Park, MNCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Essentia Health Oak Crossing
Detroit Lakes, MN10.8 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $7,446
Emmanuel Nursing Home
Detroit Lakes, MN11.3 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $82,840
Viking Manor Nursing Home
Ulen, MN17.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Frazee Care Center
Frazee, MN19.5 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Pelican Valley Health Center
Pelican Rapids, MN21.3 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Valley Care And Rehab Llc
Barnesville, MN21.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $7,446
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Sunnyside Care Center
Lake Park, MN · Current facility
—5/54/55/5None recorded
Essentia Health Oak Crossing
Detroit Lakes, MN
10.8 mi5/54/55/5$7,446
Emmanuel Nursing Home
Detroit Lakes, MN
11.3 mi3/52/55/5$82,840
Viking Manor Nursing Home
Ulen, MN
17.2 mi5/55/54/5None recorded
Frazee Care Center
Frazee, MN
19.5 mi5/54/54/5None recorded
Pelican Valley Health Center
Pelican Rapids, MN
21.3 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Valley Care And Rehab Llc
Barnesville, MN
21.6 mi5/55/55/5$7,446

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 Sunnyside Care Center?▾
Sunnyside Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Sunnyside 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). Sunnyside Care Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Sunnyside Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Sunnyside Care Center had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jun 9, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Sunnyside Care Center?▾
Sunnyside Care Center provides 5.07 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.93 RN hours, 0.60 LPN hours, and 3.55 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 28.9%.
How many beds does Sunnyside Care Center have?▾
Sunnyside Care Center has 30 certified beds with an average of 27 residents per day, resulting in approximately 90% occupancy. The facility is Government - County owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Sunnyside 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 Sunnyside Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, Sunnyside Care Center has a rating of 2.6 out of 5 based on 5 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.