SeniorCareRanked
Minnesota/DULUTH
51
Fair

The North Shore Estates Llc

7700 GRAND AVENUE, DULUTH, MN 55807
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

The North Shore Estates Llc is a 70-bed for profit - partnership nursing home located in DULUTH, Minnesota. It has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 51 out of 100, indicating average quality. Staff turnover is 33.3%. This facility has no recorded fines. 10 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the MONARCH HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score51/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating2/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.3 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.70 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover33% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies10 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

    CMS Star Ratings

    Overall
    Health Inspection
    Staffing
    Quality Measures

    Staffing

    Total nurse hours/resident/day3.3
    RN hours/resident/day0.70
    Staff turnover33.3%
    RN turnover20%

    Facility Information

    Beds70
    Avg residents64
    OwnershipFor profit - Partnership
    Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
    ChainMONARCH HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT
    Deficiencies (last inspection)10
    Resident/Family councilYes

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    What to Look for When Visiting The North Shore Estates Llc

    Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

    Is there an unpleasant smell?

    A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

    Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

    Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

    Count staff vs. residents during your visit

    The North Shore Estates Llc reports 3.3 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

    Ask about staff consistency

    Staff turnover is 33.3% — near the national average. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

    Ask about their most recent inspection

    10 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

    Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.