A Growing Family of Services
About Us
On January 1st, 2024, Knute Nelson merged with Walker Methodist, marking a transformative step forward in their shared commitment to enhancing the lives of older adults.
Together Knute Nelson and Walker Methodist serve in more than 58 counties in Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin. Their extensive portfolio consists of 33 housing communities, and a continuum of care that includes home health care, wellness, a therapy continuum, assisted living, memory care and hospice care.
Our Mission
To enrich, empower, and elevate people throughout life's journey.
Our Values
Our Services
Senior Living | Assisted Living | Enhanced Assisted Living | Memory Care | Long-Term Care | Hospice | Home Health Care | Short-Term Rehabilitation | Technology Solutions | Respite Care | Outpatient Therapy | Fitness | Management and Consulting | Population Health | Culinary Services
Senior Living Communities
Click on any location to learn more
Fitness centers on-site 
Physical, occupational, and speech therapy on-site provided by: Method Rehab or Grand Arbor
*Services available for residents and community members
Home Health Care and Hospice
Get in touch: 1(844)774-0924
Home health care, hospice, and home safety technology services enable individuals to remain in the comfort of home while receiving the appropriate attention to their health needs. Each location below has a local team available to serve the surrounding area.
Alexandria
Anoka
Baxter
Bismarck*
Willmar
Grand Forks*
Long Prairie
Morris
Fargo/Moorhead*
Fergus Falls
Wadena
Waite Park
West St. Paul
Park Rapids**
*Services provided by our partner agency, Ethos Home Health Care and Hospice. Ethos is partly owned and managed by Knute Nelson | Walker Methodist.
**Home health care only
Our Service Area
Work With Us
- We prioritize the well-being of those who serve and those we serve beside.
- We practice meaningful and authentic recognition.
- We provide opportunities for lifelong learning and meaningful experiences.
- We celebrate and have fun!
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Knute Nelson and Walker Methodist become one organization?
In January 2024, Knute Nelson and Walker Methodist - two distinguished organizations in Minnesota’s aging services sector - united to create a brighter future for all those we serve. Together, we have the enhanced capacity to fulfill our commitment to enrich, empower, and elevate people through life’s journey. As a single, unified organization, we can better navigate the complexities of today’s healthcare, senior living, and home and community-based services landscapes.
How can I determine the level of care needed for myself or a loved one?
You can take a free online assessment either through Knute Nelson or Walker Methodist.
Where can I find information about career opportunities at Knute Nelson | Walker Methodist?
Join our community of caring professionals, and let’s do something meaningful together. We have a variety of positions open at both Knute Nelson and Walker Methodist. We encourage you to explore careers at Knute Nelson | Walker Methodist by visiting knutenelson.org/careers and walkermethodist.org/careers.
How can I get more information about the services provided by Knute Nelson and Walker Methodist?
You can get in touch with us by visiting knutenelson.org/contact-us and walkermethodist.org/contact-us.
How can I schedule a tour of a Knute Nelson or Walker Methodist community?
You can schedule a tour by visiting knutenelson.org/schedule-tour or walkermethodist.org/schedule-a-tour.
What's next for Knute Nelson | Walker Methodist?
We are proud to share our new, unified mission to enrich, empower, and elevate people through life’s journey. In pursuit of this mission, we soon will be relaunching under a single, unified name. By January 2025, we anticipate unveiling a new brand that better reflects our collective commitment to service. Stay tuned for more updates!
