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HomeMinnesotaWhispering Creek

Whispering Creek

102 East North Street, Janesville, MN 560485072315113WebsiteGoogle Maps
5.0on Google(3 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
35
certified

How Whispering Creek 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
4.11 hrs/day
MN average
4.19 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
1.07 hrs/day
MN average
1.06 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
38.5%
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.

Health Inspection Trend

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

Previous cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 6, 2025
Most recent cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected May 27, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 2 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
Waseca County 65+
3,435
18.1% of county
County Population
18,953
Waseca County

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

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Whispering Creek is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Janesville, Minnesota with 35 certified beds. It has been operating since 1987. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
35
Avg Residents/Day
30.5
Ownership
Government - City
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Feb 1, 1987
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Waseca
Last Inspection
May 27, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1
Weighted Score
9.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (5)

F0851Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 27, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0851Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Aug 6, 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: Aug 6, 2025Corrected: 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: Jul 16, 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 Aide2.44 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.61 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.07 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.11 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.33 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
38.5%
RN Turnover
33.3%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Government - City
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (8)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
CITY OF JANESVILLE5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Oct 1, 1966
KING, KATHERINECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 11, 2010
MILOW, LARRYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 10, 2011
SACK, BERNDETTECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AAug 9, 2010
SANTO, MICHAELCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 26, 2011
WESTPAHL, ROBERTCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 11, 2011
LSI CONSULTINGOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ADec 23, 2000
MADEL, RAYMONDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 23, 2000

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Whispering Creek and nearby alternatives.

All Minnesota facilities
Whispering Creek
Janesville, MNCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Lakeshore Rehabilitation Center LLC
Waseca, MN9.9 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Oaklawn Care & Rehabilitation Center
Mankato, MN14.1 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $59,001
Laurels Peak Care & Rehabilitation Center
Mankato, MN14.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Pathstone Living
Mankato, MN16.1 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $120,546
Hillcrest Care & Rehabilitation Center
Mankato, MN16.9 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $17,345
Mapleton Community Home
Mapleton, MN18.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Whispering Creek
Janesville, MN · Current facility
—5/55/55/5None recorded
Lakeshore Rehabilitation Center LLC
Waseca, MN
9.9 mi4/54/54/5None recorded
Oaklawn Care & Rehabilitation Center
Mankato, MN
14.1 mi2/52/54/5$59,001
Laurels Peak Care & Rehabilitation Center
Mankato, MN
14.9 mi3/52/55/5None recorded
Pathstone Living
Mankato, MN
16.1 mi2/51/55/5$120,546
Hillcrest Care & Rehabilitation Center
Mankato, MN
16.9 mi2/52/53/5$17,345
Mapleton Community Home
Mapleton, MN
18.6 mi5/54/54/5None 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 Whispering Creek?▾
Whispering Creek 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 Whispering Creek 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). Whispering Creek participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Whispering Creek had any health inspection violations?▾
Whispering Creek had 1 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 27, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Whispering Creek?▾
Whispering Creek provides 4.11 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.07 RN hours, 0.61 LPN hours, and 2.44 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 38.5%.
How many beds does Whispering Creek have?▾
Whispering Creek has 35 certified beds with an average of 30.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 87% occupancy. The facility is Government - City owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Whispering Creek?▾
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 Whispering Creek?▾
On Google Maps, Whispering Creek has a rating of 5.0 out of 5 based on 3 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.