Lakewood Health System

Nestled in the heart of central Minnesota, Lakewood Health System in Staples offers comprehensive skilled nursing care for seniors who need professional medical support in a compassionate, community-centered environment. Located at 401 Prairie Avenue Northeast, this facility is an integral part of the broader Lakewood Health System — a respected regional healthcare organization that has served Todd County and the surrounding lakes country for decades. Staples sits along the Crow Wing River corridor, a peaceful stretch of central Minnesota known for its clean air, natural beauty, and tight-knit community spirit. Residents and visiting families can enjoy easy access to Crow Wing State Park, roughly 15 miles to the east near Brainerd, where scenic river bluffs and wooded trails offer a restorative backdrop for outdoor visits. The Brainerd Lakes area, one of Minnesota's most beloved resort destinations, is just a short drive away and offers dining, shopping, and entertainment options for families traveling in to visit loved ones. In Staples itself, amenities such as the local Staples Food Pride grocery store and a variety of Main Street businesses keep daily life convenient. The Staples-Motley school community gives the area a warm, family-oriented character that extends to how residents and staff interact at Lakewood. As a for-profit corporation, Lakewood Health System operates with a commitment to reinvesting in clinical quality and staffing. The skilled nursing team provides around-the-clock care, including post-acute rehabilitation, wound care, medication management, and chronic disease support — allowing seniors to recover from illness, surgery, or injury in a professionally supervised setting close to home. Families appreciate that skilled nursing at Lakewood means their loved one stays connected to the same regional health system they've trusted for primary and hospital care. The coordination between inpatient, outpatient, and long-term care services makes transitions smoother and reduces the stress of navigating complex medical situations. For seniors in Todd County and the greater central Minnesota region, Lakewood Health System represents a trusted anchor of care.