Good Samaritan Society - Northwood Retirement Community sits in its own corner, working under the Good Samaritan Society's name, and folks say it stands out for offering different kinds of care, so you see independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and even rehabilitation all in one place, and that makes life easier for people whose needs change over time. The community gets high marks, earning a 9.6 out of 10 for quality, and its residents can see video tours that show things clearly, which is useful for folks and their families. The staff is around 24/7 to help with anything from daily chores to more serious medical needs, and Northwood brings in companion staff right alongside specialists-there's Dr. Robert A. Ehrhard, MD, and a clinic and medical center on-site for checkups or treatments, and Heart to Heart Hospice provides care for those who need it at the end of life.
The memory care unit stays secure and has special programs just for residents with Alzheimer's or other memory problems, and Northwood runs organized activities in social lounges and outside, with a pond and safe walking paths, so everyone can feel at home. Meals get served daily in the big dining room, and there's a whirlpool for relaxation or therapy, a wellness center where folks can keep up their strength, and an on-site chapel for spiritual gatherings, and if someone wants short-term help, they offer respite care as an option. The campus covers a lot, from nursing home services with added amenities to continuing care for people who need support as they grow older, and they even offer home care, so some services can reach outside the main buildings when needed.
Northwood doesn't try to be fancy but focuses on comfort, safety, and making people feel included, with dedicated staff always around and a continuum of care that lets someone stay in one community even if their health changes. Family advisors are there if anyone needs advice about moving in, and the website gives information about the Good Samaritan Society and what Northwood offers. Tours are available for those wanting to look at the support and care before making a choice.
