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Guardian Angels Care Center

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400 Evans Avenue, Elk River, MN 55330

(763) 635-5475

Care Types

Skilled Nursing
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About Guardian Angels Care Center

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Nestled in the heart of Elk River, Minnesota, Guardian Angels Care Center at 400 Evans Avenue provides dedicated skilled nursing care to seniors in Sherburne County and the surrounding communities. As a nonprofit corporation, Guardian Angels is guided by a mission-driven philosophy that places residents' dignity, comfort, and clinical outcomes above all else — a commitment that families in the region have trusted for years. Elk River offers a genuinely appealing setting for seniors and their families. The city sits along the scenic Mississippi River corridor, and the nearby Oliver Kelley Farm — a National Historic Site managed by the Minnesota Historical Society — provides a meaningful connection to the region's rich agricultural heritage. Residents' families can enjoy strolling through Lions Park or Richard Land Park during visits, taking advantage of the natural beauty that defines this part of greater Minnesota. For medical continuity, Guardian Angels Care Center benefits from its proximity to Mercy Hospital (Allina Health) in Coon Rapids, one of the region's leading acute care facilities, as well as convenient access to CentraCare's Monticello campus. This proximity ensures smooth care transitions and peace of mind for families navigating post-acute or long-term care needs. Day-to-day conveniences are equally accessible. The Elk River Marketplace and nearby retail corridors along Highway 10 provide families with shopping, dining, and errand options close at hand during visits. Local restaurants along Main Street and the broader Elk River commercial district round out the community's connectivity to everyday life. As a skilled nursing facility, Guardian Angels Care Center specializes in complex medical care, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term residential support. The care team works closely with residents, families, and physicians to develop individualized care plans that address each person's clinical needs and personal preferences. The nonprofit structure means that resources are continuously reinvested into staffing, programs, and facility quality — not shareholder returns. For families in Elk River, Otsego, Rogers, Big Lake, and across Sherburne and Wright Counties seeking skilled nursing care delivered with genuine compassion, Guardian Angels Care Center stands as a trusted local resource.

Care Types at Guardian Angels Care Center

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Skilled Nursing

Round-the-clock medical care and rehabilitation services provided by licensed nurses and therapists for seniors with complex health needs requiring professional oversight.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What level of medical care does Guardian Angels Care Center provide? +

Guardian Angels Care Center is a licensed skilled nursing facility, meaning it provides a higher level of medical care than assisted living. Services typically include 24-hour nursing supervision, post-surgical or post-hospitalization rehabilitation, wound care, medication management, physical and occupational therapy, and long-term residential care for individuals with complex or chronic health conditions.

What hospitals are near Guardian Angels Care Center in Elk River? +

Families can take comfort knowing that Mercy Hospital (Allina Health) in Coon Rapids is one of the closest major acute care hospitals, offering a wide range of specialty and emergency services. CentraCare's Monticello hospital campus is also accessible to the northwest. These hospital relationships support smooth care transitions between acute and post-acute settings.

What is Elk River, MN like as a place for seniors to live? +

Elk River is a welcoming mid-sized city in Sherburne County along the Mississippi River, roughly 35 miles northwest of Minneapolis. It offers a quieter, more nature-oriented lifestyle compared to the metro, with parks, river access, and a strong sense of community. Seniors benefit from local shopping along Highway 10, accessible healthcare options, and a less congested environment while still being close enough to Twin Cities specialists and amenities.

Is Guardian Angels Care Center a nonprofit, and does that affect the quality of care? +

Yes, Guardian Angels Care Center is operated as a nonprofit corporation. Nonprofit status typically means the organization's financial resources are directed back into staffing, resident programs, and facility improvements rather than toward investor profits. Many families find this structure aligns well with mission-driven, person-centered care values.

How can families stay involved with a loved one's care at Guardian Angels? +

Skilled nursing facilities like Guardian Angels Care Center typically involve families through regular care plan meetings, open visitation policies, and communication with the nursing and social work team. Families are encouraged to ask about care conferences, how to reach the charge nurse or social worker, and what the facility's visitor guidelines are. Being an active participant in your loved one's care plan is one of the most important things a family can do.

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