Good Samaritan Society - Algona sits at 412 W Kennedy St in Algona, Iowa, and has a total of 76 certified beds, with about 62 residents each day, so it tends to be busy but not crowded, and the Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society has managed things since January 2019, so you'll find it's part of that larger network, which a lot of people know for being rooted in the community. The place's for-profit status makes it different from some other options, and nurse staffing clocks in at about 3.19 hours per resident per day, which is below the Iowa average of 3.8, and nurse turnover-at around 46.2%-pretty much matches the state average, so there's a bit of consistency in that sense. Inspections have noted 27 deficiencies, including 3 linked to infections, and there've been specific issues involving resident protection, like not always stopping abuse or reporting suspected abuse quickly enough, which is something folks want to know, since everyone's safety ought to be a focus.
Even so, people often mention the staff is friendly, helpful, and full of life, which gives the community a more welcoming feel, and the place gets recognized as a Best of Senior Living based on reviews and awards, which some families like hearing about when they're picking a spot. Residents can join devotional activities for spiritual support, and there are all sorts of on-site and off-site events aimed at keeping folks active and engaged, whether socially or physically, or just to help with mental and emotional health. You'll notice there are meals and dining services built around nutrition, with quality ingredients, so eating here is meant to be decent and balanced. Residents get access to health services like diabetic care, non-ambulatory care, and a set of medical and supporting services, and English is the main language among staff, but some can speak other languages too.
The facility covers almost everything, with options for independent living, assisted living, memory care for dementia and Alzheimer's, senior apartments, skilled nursing, and even hospice, and if someone needs therapy, there's a physical therapy clinic, along with outpatient and inpatient rehab services. Home care services stand out here, too, since trained aides will help seniors at home, providing companionship and basic care for those who prefer to age in place, and there's respite care along with caregiver support programs for when families need time to rest or sort other affairs. The place keeps its provider and service information updated monthly, and right now it's not taking new residents, but you can still ask about waitlists or future openings if you want to plan ahead. Common areas, indoor communal spaces, and activities fill up the days, with options for almost every type of support, and after being under the same management for years, Good Samaritan Society - Algona keeps its focus on solid health care and a wide range of senior living choices for those in the area, even if it's not perfect, it's steady, and people appreciate knowing what's here.
