Bay View Nursing & Rehab Center, located in Red Wing, Minnesota, has long served as a residence and care facility for individuals requiring nursing and rehabilitative services. As of December 21, 2023, the facility supported a population of 62 residents and employed a staff of approximately 117 individuals. The center has provided essential care and support to its residents, adapting to their evolving medical and personal needs throughout its operation.
In December 2023, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) stepped in under an emergency temporary receivership, a move sanctioned by the Ramsey County District Court, to assume operational control of Bay View Nursing & Rehab Center. This action ensured residents continued to receive safe and consistent care despite underlying management and operational challenges at the facility. During this period, Pathway Health served as the professional management organization and managing agent, overseeing daily activities and maintaining care standards for all residents.
Despite intensive oversight and intervention, ongoing evaluations of Bay View Nursing & Rehab Center revealed persistent financial instability and significant physical facility repair needs. The challenges faced by the center proved insurmountable within the prevailing legal and regulatory framework. These factors ultimately contributed to the decision to close the facility. Notification of this closure was given on May 22, 2024, to the remaining 50 residents, their families, and the full roster of staff. Efforts have since been underway to assist residents in finding new homes that will continue to meet their healthcare and living needs. The closure’s target date is set for 60 days from the notification, though the exact timeline remains flexible to ensure all residents are successfully relocated before operations cease.
Throughout this transition, the Minnesota Department of Health, in collaboration with state and county agencies as well as ombudsman's office representatives, has prioritized the well-being and safe relocation of every resident. The closure of Bay View Nursing & Rehab Center marks the end of its role as a cornerstone in the Red Wing care community, bringing to a close its chapter of service dedicated to the health and dignity of its residents.