Field Crest Care Center

Field Crest Care Center, located at 318 Second Street Northeast in Hayfield, Minnesota, is a city-operated skilled nursing facility serving the residents of Dodge County and the surrounding rural communities of southeastern Minnesota. As a Government - City managed community, Field Crest is directly accountable to the residents it serves, reflecting a deep civic commitment to quality elder care that has been woven into the fabric of Hayfield for generations. Hayfield is a welcoming small town with a strong sense of community pride, situated in the heart of Minnesota's agricultural heartland. Families choosing Field Crest often appreciate the peaceful, unhurried atmosphere that allows residents to settle in comfortably without the noise and congestion of larger urban centers. The town's Memorial Park and local green spaces offer pleasant outdoor settings for family visits and supervised fresh-air outings during warmer months. The nearby Hayfield Community School complex anchors the town's identity, and residents frequently benefit from intergenerational programming that connects them with local youth. For specialized medical needs, Field Crest is ideally positioned roughly 35 miles from Rochester, Minnesota—home to the world-renowned Mayo Clinic. This proximity gives families tremendous peace of mind, knowing that advanced diagnostics, specialty consultations, and hospital-level care are accessible when needed. Saint Marys Hospital and Rochester Methodist Hospital, both part of the Mayo system, stand as pillars of regional healthcare that complement the skilled nursing services offered at Field Crest. The Hayfield area also offers convenient access to everyday amenities including local dining, pharmacies, and retail along Main Street, keeping residents connected to community life. Family members traveling from the Rochester metro or from neighboring communities in Mower and Olmsted counties find the drive to Hayfield straightforward via U.S. Highway 218. At Field Crest Care Center, skilled nursing staff provide around-the-clock medical oversight, rehabilitation therapy, and compassionate personal care—delivering the standard of care that families in Dodge County have trusted for years.