Good Samaritan Society - Valentine - Oakwood is an assisted living community in Valentine, Nebraska, that offers choices between small studio apartments, one-bedroom suites, or semi-private living. There are sixteen licensed beds, and staff stay on duty around the clock to help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, transfers, and medication management, while also offering memory care for folks with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, as well as Parkinson's disease care and assistance with moving. Residents can enjoy a meal in the large dining room while staff prepare scheduled meals, snacks, and special dietary options for those who need them, and there's a kitchen for common use. The facility has a strong focus on both comfort and safety, with rooms featuring emergency buttons, wheelchair accessibility, and other handicap features.
People living here don't have to worry much about chores, because the community takes care of housekeeping, apartment upkeep, laundry, and even dry cleaning. There's transportation to doctor appointments and outings, and birthday parties get a little extra attention. Residents have access to therapy areas, an arts and crafts studio, a movie room, a games room, and big TV screens along with a computer area. Wellness programs, health screening, activities for the mind, body, and spirit, and religious or spiritual gatherings are all built into the routine. There's help with non-ambulatory care and incontinence support, and nurses do monthly health checks, working with healthcare providers for seamless care. Good Samaritan Society - Valentine - Oakwood also provides adult day services, short-term rehabilitation, and home care, as well as respite stays for families who need a little extra help. Families aren't left out, either, because the community offers guest meals, family outreach, and education.
The grounds include landscaped gardens, walking paths, patios, fireplaces, and plenty of spots for socializing, and residents can use guest and resident parking. Each room comes furnished with basic comforts, in-room cable TV, and kitchenettes. The staff aims to bring dignity and independence to everyone, making the environment feel welcoming and homelike, and the team tries to keep things joyful and engaging for both active seniors and folks with more care needs. The community doesn't accept Medicare payments unless certified, but it does have services for VA benefits, and keeps all local and state licenses current. There's a long record of providing care and stability, offering peace of mind for both seniors and their families, and an average rating of 9.7 out of 10 from those who've spent time here. As part of the larger Good Samaritan Society, the Oakwood location brings together assisted living, memory care, independent living, day programs, and long-term support under one roof for older adults.
