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New Richland Care Center in New Richland, MN

New Richland Care Center is a nursing home community in New Richland, MN.

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New Richland Care Center in New Richland, MN

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312 Northeast 1St Street, New Richland, MN 56072

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4 from 39 reviews
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Overall Review of New Richland Care Center

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Warm, small-town feel stands out

Residents and families describe a warm, small-town atmosphere.

Multiple reviewers point to an overall feel that is welcoming and home-like, often described as “small town.” One resident also highlights a community event, noting an annual Easter egg hunt that brings residents and children together. Others mention that the facility’s atmosphere creates a positive environment for both residents and visitors.

common 4 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and odor control

Residents mention the facility is consistently clean.

Several reviewers specifically call out cleanliness and no noticeable odors. Others repeat that the building is kept clean, including in descriptions that also mention care needs. Overall, cleanliness is a steady theme across positive experiences.

common 16 reviews mention this

Staff friendliness and caring

Staff courtesy and caring support come up often.

Many reviews emphasize that staff are welcoming, friendly, and genuinely caring toward residents and families. Several reviewers describe residents as well cared for, with staff who are cheerful and kind. A few comments also portray strong medical professionalism and effective day-to-day operation from the family’s perspective.

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Short staffing affects care reliability

Some reviews raise concerns about staffing and follow-through.

A recurring concern is that the facility can be short on help, including one review that says it is “always” short on employees. Another reviewer notes they could use more staff, though they also describe staff pulling together during difficult periods. In addition, one review mentions problems with family communication and basic hand hygiene, framing these as care-compromise risks.

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Features

Housing

  • 50 resident community capacity 50 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Hospitals

  • New Richland Clinic (0 miles)
  • Waseca Medical Center (13.1 miles)
  • Wells Clinic (15.4 miles)
  • Almc (17.7 miles)
  • Albert Lea Eye Clinic (17.7 miles)
  • Naeve Hospital-Mayo Health System (17.8 miles)
  • Albert Lea Medical Center (17.8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Mary Parish (0 miles)
  • First Congregational Church (0.1 miles)
  • Good Samaritan Ministries (0.5 miles)
  • Vista Evangelical Covenant Church (4.6 miles)
  • Vista Lutheran Church (4.7 miles)
  • Hartland Ev Lutheran Church (6.3 miles)
  • West Freeborn Church (10 miles)

Pharmacies

  • New Richland Drug (0.2 miles)
  • Thrifty White Pharmacy (12.8 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (14.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • The Willows (0.5 miles)
  • RJ'S on 5th Ave Bar & Grill (9.8 miles)
  • Mis Tres Flores (12.3 miles)
  • The Pour House (12.4 miles)
  • Starfire Grill (12.7 miles)
  • Boxcar Bar (12.8 miles)
  • Wildcats Bar & Grill (15.3 miles)

Parks

  • Ellendale Park (9.8 miles)
  • Arrowhead Point County Park (11.1 miles)
  • SMMAC Air Field (11.8 miles)
  • University Park (12.3 miles)
  • Waseca Parks Department (12.6 miles)
  • Kanne State Wildlife Management Area (12.6 miles)
  • Memorial Park (12.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Ellendale Cafe (9.9 miles)
  • Jonnie Beans (12.7 miles)
  • Trio Wine Cafe (12.8 miles)
  • Trio Coffee, Wine & Ale House (12.8 miles)
  • You Betcha Cafe and Ice Cream Shoppe (15.8 miles)

Transportation

  • Flying Time Taxi (12.7 miles)
  • Waseca Municipal Airport (12.7 miles)
  • I C & E Railroad (15.3 miles)
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (17.9 miles)

Theaters

  • Wells Minnesota (15.3 miles)
  • Flame Theatre (15.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Douglas J Edwards DR (15.9 miles)
  • Mekala Praveen Mayo Clinic Health System Southeast Minnesota Region (17.7 miles)

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