An elderly woman with short gray hair sits in a wheelchair indoors, wearing a light blue shirt and blue pants, with a potted plant visible nearby.
An elderly woman with short gray hair sits in a wheelchair indoors, wearing a light blue shirt and blue pants, with a potted plant visible nearby.

Thief River Care Center

Faith-based Skilled Nursing in Thief River Falls, Minnesota

Experience a Comprehensive Suite of Skilled Care at Thief River Care Center

Personalized care services in a warm, homelike environment

At Pennington Health Services (dba Thief River Care Center), located in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, we specialize in providing skilled nursing care, including end of life care, and short and long-term rehabilitation services. Our unique community goes beyond traditional nursing home care, offering a warm, welcoming environment where residents can experience the comfort of homelike accommodations, receive personalized attention from our highly trained staff, and connect with others and build lasting relationships. 

Providing individualized care plans and access to quality amenities and services, our compassionate care center in Thief River Falls is a place where you can rest, recover, and rise again feeling refreshed. Whether you’re here for short-term or long-term care, you’ll find the comfort, dignity, and personal consideration you deserve. 

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Thief River Care Center

Today, as part of the St. Francis Health Services family of senior living communities, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of care for each resident. Since our opening in 2012, we’ve maintained a focus on creating a friendly, welcoming environment that ensures every resident receives the quality care they deserve. Thief River Care Center offers a suite of short-term and long-term care services that includes: 

Thief River Care Center Services and Amenities 

At Thief River Care Center, happiness and healing are at your fingertips

At Thief River Care Center, our mission is not just to provide care, but to help you restore your health and recover your joy! With support from our friendly, professionally trained staff and access to amenities and services that nurture the body, mind, and spirit, you’ll have everything you need to find your peace of mind.  

  • Restorative programs and help with the activities of daily living, like bathing, feeding, and dressing
  • Innovative community design featuring unique spaces
  • Comfortable, private rooms with thoughtful, modern touches
  • Licensed nurses available 24 hours a day to provide care and manage medications, managed by medical director
  • Spiritual Care offered through worship services in partnership with local clergy
  • Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation therapy services offered on-site by Big Stone Therapies, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy 
  • Pleasant dining experiences with our “Five Meal Plan” design 
  • Daily social programs include entertainment, events, and creative activities 
  • On-site services including a beauty and barbershop 

Testimonials from Pennington Health Services (dba Theif River Care Center) Residents and Families

Leadership

A young caregiver smiles and gently places her hand on the shoulder of an elderly woman sitting in a chair.

Our experienced and compassionate leadership team at Pennington Health Services (dba Theif River Care Center) is dedicated to ensuring residents receive the quality, person-centered care they deserve.

Administrator: Emily Straw
Director of Nursing: Joan Wilken
Social Services Director: Denise McCarty
Human Resource Director: Tracy Kriel
Accountant/Business Office Manager: Madison Nelson
Admissions Coordinator: Diane Lee