Good Samaritan Society - Fontanelle

Good Samaritan Society - Fontanelle sits in Fontanelle, Iowa, and offers different kinds of senior care in one place since it's part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community, or CCRC, so folks can find independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing all on the same property, which is handy if needs change over time. The facility's got 46 units and 41 beds, which is a mid-size for a place like this, and it's registered with both Medicare and Medicaid, has a 4 out of 5 stars Medicare rating, and takes VA benefits as well. There's staff on duty around the clock, and care includes help with things like bathing, dressing, getting around, medication support, transfers, and most daily needs; skilled nursing services cover therapy options like physical, occupational, and speech therapy, plus there's housekeeping, laundry, on-site maintenance, an emergency call system, and social activities throughout the week. Residents have access to amenities such as a dining room, in-room cable TV, a fitness center, walking paths, an arts room, a garden, daily exercise, movie nights, book clubs, and a barber or salon, and there's a 24-hour emergency system in every room for safety. Special diets are handled for folks with allergies or diabetes, and meal programs offer one or two prepared meals a day in the assisted and independent living areas, which are age-restricted, usually for people 55 or 62 and older. Outings, transportation for doctor visits, family outreach, resident and family counseling, and spiritual activities are all part of the routine, with Emmanuel Lutheran Church nearby for additional faith-based visitors who want that. Residents needing extra memory care for illnesses like Alzheimer's or dementia can find it here, though it generally comes at a higher cost, and those who just want a more independent life can find accommodation as well, as the setup ranges from apartment-style rooms to smaller homes, all with accessible features for people who use walkers or wheelchairs, and there's on-site laundry, furnished rooms, and regular housekeeping included, though some services might cost extra. Deficiencies and fines have been recorded in the past, five issues and two fines totaling $1,463, which are things families might want to know, and the place operates as a non-profit, run by the Good Samaritan Society. Tours are available for those who want to see the community up close, and there's an option map for getting around, making it easier for anyone considering a move or visit.