Woodland Good Samaritan Assist I sits in a quiet spot and welcomes older adults who need different kinds of care, and it's part of the Good Samaritan Society network. The place has several distinct areas like Community Addiction Recovery E with 58 assisted living units, Central Minnesota Senior Care for long-term support, Brainerd Carefree Living for older adults, and Almost Home for senior care, and there's also Almond House with multiple units-Units 2, 3, and 4-for assisted living. People live in single bedroom units or small studios designed for comfort, and some choose communal living options, and every room comes fully furnished, with move-in coordination available to help residents settle in. Staff stay awake around the clock to look after folks, so someone's always there if help is needed, and an on-call nurse handles health concerns day or night.
The community handles assisted living, nursing home, independent living, memory care, rehabilitation, respite, and hospice care, and offers both home-based and on-site services, and they manage daily activities like bathing, dressing, transfers, and medication. They help with incontinence management, dressing, and mobility, and make sure residents have three prepared meals every day, with allergy-sensitive and diabetic diets available for those who need them. The dining room offers all-day dining, with cafe options and a snack shop on-site, and residents can also use the community kitchen.
For social activities, the place runs daily events-like movie nights, resident-run clubs, and scheduled community activities-with group rooms for art and reading, and a small library sits ready for quiet time. The walking and jogging paths wind through gardens, so people can enjoy the outside air, and there's a barber and salon for personal care. The fitness section, wellness programs, and massage therapy help folks stay active and relaxed, and there's a cafe and internet access for staying connected.
Woodland Good Samaritan Assist I gives personalized and tailored care plans, and supports each resident's independence, with transportation assistance offered for appointments or errands. Memory care supports people with dementia and mild cognitive issues, and the team runs dementia-specific programs and provides close supervision in secured areas. The facility is wheelchair accessible everywhere, and they give non-ambulatory care for those who can't walk or transfer by themselves. They provide outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing, housecleaning, laundry including dry cleaning, and medication management services. The staff stays present 24/7 with a 24-hour call and emergency alert system in place, and pets like cats and dogs are welcome.
There's a community room, a beauty salon, and a garden. The facility holds a rating of 6.8 out of 10, which shows there's room to improve, but it covers a wide range of care types for long-term and short-term needs. Woodland Good Samaritan Assist I offers both structure and flexibility in daily routines to keep residents engaged and supported in a stable and pleasant setting.
