Good Samaritan Society - Forest City

Good Samaritan Society - Forest City sits on 606 S 7th St in Forest City, Iowa, and brings a long history as a non-profit, church-related community owned by the Good Samaritan Society, so folks moving in might notice the community spirit right away, and the place itself includes 43 certified skilled nursing beds, with usually a few available openings but right now they're full and will share about the next chances to move in. Residents get three meals a day with a choice of restaurant-style dining or eating in the dining room, and meals can be tailored for folks with allergies or diabetes which is always important for some. There's an emergency alert system, move-in help, housekeeping, and laundry included, so basic needs get met and a person doesn't have to worry about those chores. Staff is described as helpful, joyful, and kind, and there's always someone there, as nursing runs between 12 to 16 hours a day with supervisors on site around the clock and a 24-hour call system in place. Folks get help with medicine, bathing, dressing, and moving around if needed, and everything's designed for dignity and respect, including for those needing non-ambulatory care. Activities happen every day, so residents can take part in things like movie nights, music, arts, or walking on the paths outside. The place has an arts room, library, movie theater, garden, and fitness room, and they try to run programs that keep people engaged socially, physically, mentally, and emotionally. There's memory care offered for those with dementia or Alzheimer's, and also independent living for seniors who still live on their own, and assisted living to help folks who need some support with daily tasks. Skilled nursing care includes both short and long-term stays for people needing rehabilitation, and therapy can take place either inpatient or outpatient. Home care is an option, so trained aides come out to help folks living at home. Staff can help arrange for care plans to fit each person's needs, and the site's programs and amenities aim to support comfort and independence. Medicaid and Medicare are accepted, and the facility doesn't offer telehealth. The provider information gets updated every month and printed directories are available by request for those who want them. Good Samaritan Society - Forest City has won some awards, like Best of Senior Living, and is known around town for its focus on compassionate care, but what stands out most is how it blends basic daily help with social and medical support, all in one place, trying to make life easy and a bit more enjoyable as people age.