lyngblomsten

What lyngblomsten does

Lyngblomsten is a Christian nonprofit 501(c)(3) senior living organization headquartered in Saint Paul, Minnesota, founded in 1906 by Norwegian-American women and now affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. It operates a full continuum of care across two campuses in the Twin Cities metro area: the original Como Park campus in St. Paul and a newer Lino Lakes campus opened in July 2023. The Como Park campus includes a 225-bed skilled nursing Care Center with 11 neighborhoods (including a secured 22-bed Stanford memory care neighborhood), a 60-unit fair-market assisted living building (The Heritage), and 105 HUD Section 8/202 subsidized independent living apartments. The Lino Lakes campus adds independent living apartments, townhomes, assisted living, 17 secured memory care apartments, and overnight respite care.

The organization's underlying operating model is a person-centered, neighborhood-style care delivery system that integrates spiritual care, therapeutic recreation, and arts programming. Technology components include a Blackbaud-powered donation platform, Google Analytics, and Virtual Reality Therapeutic Recreation programming (launched 2025). Differentiated programs include a five-part dementia care training curriculum, Struthers Parkinson's Care Network affiliation, University of Minnesota-developed nature-based therapy, and cultural programming through partnerships with MacPhail Center for Music, COMPAS, and Minnesota Opera.

Lyngblomsten generates revenue through a portfolio of recurring monthly streams: senior housing rent (independent living $2,730-$4,790/month at Lino Lakes), assisted living rent ($4,070-$4,790/month), memory care rent ($6,280-$7,010/month) layered with healthcare service plans ($805-$10,045/month based on care level), townhome rentals, HUD-subsidized housing, Care Center daily rates, respite care fees, and philanthropic donations through the Lyngblomsten Foundation. Care Center revenue is supplemented by Medical Assistance (Medicaid), Medicare, and private insurance payments. The go-to-market approach is sales-led via direct admissions, campus tours, healthcare provider referrals, and a network of 22+ corporate church partners that provide resident referrals, board representation, and ministry collaboration.

Name

lyngblomsten

Legal name

Lyngblomsten

Website

https://lyngblomsten.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1906

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Lyngblomsten is a Christian nonprofit senior living organization operating two Twin Cities campuses offering a full continuum of care — independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and respite — serving older adults through housing, healthcare, and community-based services since 1906.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Senior Living & Healthcare Services

NAICS

Continuing Care Retirement Communities (623311), Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly (623312), Nursing and Residential Care Facilities (623), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120)

SIC

Services-Skilled Nursing Care Facilities (8051), Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Services-Home Health Care Services (8082)

akta.pro primary industry

Nonprofit / Faith-Based CCRCs (HLADAEAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Independent Living within CCRC Campuses (IL Component) (HLADAAAF), Affordable/Subsidized Independent Living (HUD/LIHTC) Communities (HLADAAAB), Community-Based Senior Centers with Adult Day Services (HLADAIAJ), Single-Site CCRCs (HLADAEAE)

Keywords

• Senior living services
• Assisted living
• Memory care
• Skilled nursing care
• Community health services

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint Paul

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Senior Housing Rent: Monthly rental payments from independent living, assisted living, and memory care apartments, plus townhome rentals. Rent is the primary recurring revenue stream from residents.
2. Care Center Services: Daily rates for skilled nursing, long-term care, and transitional care. Revenue based on level of care required and room type (semi-private vs private).
3. HUD Subsidized Housing: Section 8/202 HUD-subsidized rental apartments at Como Park. Rent subsidies based on resident's adjusted gross income.
4. Healthcare Services: Additional fees for healthcare services including medication management, personal assistance, skilled nursing care, and therapy services beyond base rent.
5. Respite Care: Temporary overnight care services allowing family caregivers to take breaks. Charged based on duration and services.
6. Donations and Foundation: Philanthropic contributions through Lyngblomsten Foundation supporting mission programs and capital projects.
7. Government Healthcare Payments: Medical Assistance (Medicaid), Medicare, and private insurance/HMO payments for qualifying care center services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Lyngblomsten is a Christian nonprofit organization that operates a senior living and healthcare continuum across two Minnesota campuses (Como Park in St. Paul and Lino Lakes). It delivers independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term skilled nursing, transitional care, HUD-subsidized affordable housing, overnight respite care, and home health services, supplemented by community-based programs such as The Gathering (group respite for memory loss) and Lifelong Learning & the Arts.

Product overview

Lyngblomsten is a Christian nonprofit senior living organization offering a comprehensive continuum of care through two campuses: Como Park (St. Paul) and Lino Lakes. The organization operates three distinct housing/buildings at Como Park: Lyngblomsten Apartments (105-unit HUD-subsidized independent living), The Heritage at Lyngblomsten (60-unit assisted living), and the Care Center (225-bed skilled nursing facility). The Lino Lakes campus offers Townhomes, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care (17 apartments), and Overnight Respite Care. All campuses provide additional services including The Gathering (group respite for memory loss), Lifelong Learning & the Arts programming, Spiritual Care, and Home Health Services. The organization serves older adults across the full spectrum of care needs, from fully independent living to 24-hour skilled nursing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Gathering: Group respite program for adults with early- to mid-stage memory loss and their caregivers

Products and services

• Lyngblomsten Care Center (Skilled Nursing Facility) A 225-bed skilled nursing facility at the Como Park campus offering long-term care, transitional care, and memory care services with 11 neighborhoods operating under a person-centered care model. Designed for adults requiring 24/7 skilled nursing and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Lyngblomsten Apartments (HUD-Subsidized Senior Housing) A 105-unit HUD Section 8/202 subsidized rental apartment building for adults 62+ with low incomes, offering independent living with services and social activities. Rent is approximately 30% of adjusted gross income and includes water, sewer, garbage, and heat.
• The Heritage at Lyngblomsten (Assisted Living) A 60-unit fair market-rate assisted living apartment building for adults age 55+, offering personalized living with assistance for daily tasks, personal care, and medication management. Apartments include 3 studios, 52 one-bedroom, and 5 two-bedroom units with utilities included.
• Townhomes at Lino Lakes Detached, single-story rental townhomes for adults ages 55+ offering 1,590 square feet of living space with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, attached 2-car garage, and maintenance-free living. Rent ranges $4,380-$4,790/month with no second-person or garage fees for townhome residents.
• Independent Living at Lino Lakes Independent living apartments for adults 62+ ranging from 720-1,465 square feet with 1- and 2-bedroom layouts, featuring stainless steel appliances, in-unit washer/dryer, and maintenance-free living. Rent ranges $2,730-$4,790/month.
• Assisted Living at Lino Lakes Assisted living apartments for adults 62+ offering personal care assistance with daily living activities while promoting independence and an active lifestyle. Rent ranges $4,070-$4,790/month. Apartments range from 440-940 sq ft across studios, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom layouts.
• Memory Care at Lino Lakes A specialized memory care wing with 17 secured apartments for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, featuring a small-family atmosphere, 24/7 resident assistants, and dedicated dementia-trained staff. Rent ranges $6,280-$7,010/month plus healthcare services $805-$10,045/month based on care level.
• Overnight Respite Care at Lino Lakes Temporary overnight care service allowing family caregivers to take extended breaks while participants receive health and personal care in furnished Assisted Living or Memory Care apartments. Maximum 30-day stay for participants 62+.
• Lyngblomsten Home Health Services State-licensed home health services offering a wide array of medical and personal care services to residents in their apartments when they need assistance to maintain independent living.
• The Gathering (Community Group Respite Program) A group respite program for adults with early- to mid-stage memory loss and their care partners, providing brain stimulation activities and caregiver respite support. Available without residential requirement as part of Community Services.
• Lifelong Learning & the Arts (Enrichment Programming) A department providing creative and enriching arts programming including visual arts, writing, theater, dance, music, and nature-based therapy led by professional teaching artists and external cultural partners.
• Transitional Care Unit Specialized rehabilitative care at the Care Center for individuals recovering from hospital stays, providing physical, occupational, and speech therapies along with post-surgical care to support the transition from hospital to home.
• Long-Term Care at the Care Center Compassionate long-term care for individuals needing assistance with daily living activities, provided in neighborhood-style settings with 11 neighborhoods including a specialized secured unit for dementia care (Stanford Neighborhood). Accepts Medical Assistance, long-term care insurance, and private funds.
• Memory Care at Como Park (Stanford Neighborhood) Secured memory care neighborhood (Stanford Neighborhood with 22 beds) at the Care Center providing specialized dementia care with trained staff and family consultation services for individuals with Alzheimer's and other dementias.

Quantifiable outcome

• 25 years of The Gathering group respite program serving memory loss community since 2000
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Lutheran Services in AmericacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 June 2024Affiliated network of Lutheran human service organizations. Lutheran Services in America featured Lyngblomsten's memory care robot program in national news. Partnership provides connection to robotics program and innovation initiatives.
• Struthers Parkinson's Care NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership providing specialized Parkinson's disease care training to Lyngblomsten staff. Care center staff receive training in providing care to persons with Parkinson's disease through this network.
• MacPhail Center for MusiccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional music instruction and programming partnership. Teaching artists from MacPhail provide music classes, concerts, and musical education for residents across all care levels including memory care.
• COMPAScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArts education organization providing teaching artists and programming. COMPAS artists lead classes in visual arts, writing, and other creative activities for Lyngblomsten residents.
• Minnesota OperaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCultural programming partnership providing opera performances, education classes, and artistic enrichment opportunities for residents.
• University of MinnesotacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with University of Minnesota horticultural therapist to develop and guide nature-based therapy programming including gardening activities and natural world connection.
• Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFormal affiliation with ELCA. Church relationship forms foundation of organization's Christian identity and mission. Provides institutional backing, governance connections, and ministry alignment.
• 22 Corporate Church PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTwin Cities congregations including Amazing Grace Lutheran, Augustana Lutheran, Bethlehem Lutheran, Como Park Lutheran, Holy Childhood Catholic, and 18 others. Formal covenants with governance involvement and referral relationships.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Presbyterian Homes & Services: Minnesota-based faith-affiliated nonprofit operating a continuum of senior living options (independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing) across the Twin Cities and broader Midwest. Highly comparable to Lyngblomsten in mission, geography, scale, and service mix.
• Ecumen: Twin Cities-based nonprofit senior housing and care provider operating independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing communities across Minnesota. Shares Lyngblomsten's nonprofit status, regional footprint, and continuum-of-care positioning.
• Cassia (Augustana Care + Elim Care): Minnesota-based nonprofit formed from the merger of two faith-affiliated senior care organizations, providing independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and home care. Directly comparable in scale, mission, and multi-campus continuum model.
• The Lutheran Home Association: Faith-based Lutheran nonprofit providing assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and affordable senior housing in the Midwest. Closely matches Lyngblomsten's Lutheran heritage, nonprofit structure, and faith-driven community model.
• Walker Methodist: Twin Cities-based faith-affiliated nonprofit operating independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. Highly comparable to Lyngblomsten in size, mission, geography, and the multi-level care continuum.
• Benedictine Health System: Minnesota-headquartered, faith-based nonprofit providing senior housing, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing across the Upper Midwest. Operates a similar multi-campus CCRC-style model with church-affiliated roots comparable to Lyngblomsten's Lutheran heritage.

Broad incumbents

• Sunrise Senior Living: National senior living provider focused on assisted living and memory care, with strong clinical programming emphasis. Directly overlapping with Lyngblomsten's assisted living and memory care service lines and dementia-care differentiation strategy.
• Atria Senior Living: National for-profit operator of independent living, assisted living, and memory care communities across the U.S. Comparable service-line mix to Lyngblomsten's IL/AL/MC offerings, though Atria is a private-pay, secular, multi-state incumbent.
• Good Samaritan Society: Large national Lutheran-affiliated nonprofit operating one of the largest U.S. networks of senior housing, skilled nursing, and home health services. Comparable faith-based DNA and continuum-of-care scope but at far greater scale and geographic reach than Lyngblomsten.
• Brookdale Senior Living: Largest U.S. operator of senior living communities including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Overlaps with Lyngblomsten in offering categories but operates a secular, for-profit, multi-state platform at vastly larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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