nursing home in Grand Forks, ND
Valley Senior Living on Columbia
2900 14th Ave S, Grand Forks, ND 58201 · (701) 787-7900
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Valley Senior Living on Columbia at a glance
Valley Senior Living on Columbia is a 196-bed non-profit nursing home in Grand Forks, North Dakota (Grand Forks County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the North Dakota average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 5.3 hours of nursing care per day (1.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 19, 2025) found 4 health citations. The North Dakota average is 5.6.
Federal regulators fined it 3 times in the past three years, totaling $31,594.
Nursing staff turnover is 32.6% per year (state average 48.8%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Church Related
- Beds
- 196
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1978
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Grand Forks County
- CMS Certification Number
- 355067
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.32 hrs | 4.42 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.30 hrs | 0.93 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.39 hrs | 2.97 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.23 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 32.6% | 48.8% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 11.9% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 4 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 34 | 54.1 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $31,594 | $27,629 | $30,972 | Average |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 196 | 68 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 187 | 63 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.5% | 91.9% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 6.6% | 5.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.2% | 4.9% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 17.4% | 22.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1% | 1.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 18.1% | 19.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.6% | 17.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.6% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.8% | 4.4% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 16.5% | 17.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.8% | 24.9% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | North Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 88.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.3% | 92.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 13 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 26, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 19, 2025 |
| June 19, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 3, 2025 |
| June 19, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 18, 2025 |
| June 19, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 18, 2025 |
| May 16, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Complaint | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| May 16, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2024 |
| June 8, 2023 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 13, 2023 |
| June 8, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 13, 2023 |
| June 8, 2023 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 13, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $31,594 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 6, 2026 | Fine | $11,482 |
| June 19, 2025 | Fine | $7,008 |
| May 16, 2024 | Fine | $13,104 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALTRU HEALTH SYSTEM Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/21/2025 |
| ANDERSON, MEGAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2014 |
| BAUMGARTEN, JESSICA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2015 |
| BERGE, SCOTT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/25/2023 |
| BOTT, LORILEE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/29/2004 |
| BROWN, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/28/2020 |
| COLENSO, THOMAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/30/2024 |
| EDWARDS, ADAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/05/2021 |
| HATHAWAY, SONJA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2023 |
| HENDERSON, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2018 |
| HOEGER, NANNETTE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/03/2023 |
| LIEN, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/17/2005 |
| LITSEY, JOE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/02/2023 |
| MOLMEN, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2019 |
| MOORE, PATRICK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/25/2017 |
| REED, MARGARET Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/25/2017 |
| RERICK, LEE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/10/2021 |
| RYDLAND, GARTH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/11/2014 |
| SAFRANSKI, TINA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| STETHEM, RENITA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/13/2013 |
| SVENDSON, CAROL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/25/2023 |
| THOMPSON, DWIGHT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/26/2022 |
| VALLEY SENIOR LIVING Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/07/2025 |
| BERGE, SCOTT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/25/2023 |
| BROWN, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/28/2020 |
| COLENSO, THOMAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/30/2024 |
| MOLMEN, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2019 |
| MOORE, PATRICK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/25/2017 |
| REED, MARGARET Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/25/2017 |
| RYDLAND, GARTH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/11/2014 |
| SVENDSON, CAROL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/25/2023 |
| THOMPSON, DWIGHT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/26/2022 |
| MOLMEN, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/26/2022 |
| REED, MARGARET Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2019 |
| RYDLAND, GARTH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/11/2014 |
| SVENDSON, CAROL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/25/2023 |
| THOMPSON, DWIGHT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/25/2023 |
| VALLEY SENIOR LIVING Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/12/1997 |
| BERGE, SCOTT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/25/2023 |
| BROWN, MICHAEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/28/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Valley Senior Living on Columbia's rating?
Valley Senior Living on Columbia has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for North Dakota nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Valley Senior Living on Columbia receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a North Dakota average of 5.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Valley Senior Living on Columbia accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Valley Senior Living on Columbia?
It is non profit - church related. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Valley Senior Living on Columbia and how do I contact it?
Valley Senior Living on Columbia is at 2900 14th Ave S, Grand Forks, ND 58201. Phone: (701) 787-7900.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.