Good Samaritan Society - Woodland sits on a private, peaceful property in Brainerd, where seniors live in a lush community with walking paths and gardens. The facility serves people who need many different kinds of help, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care for dementia including Alzheimer's, adult day services, respite care, and home care for those living on their own but wanting some companionship and non-medical support. Staff stay on-site around the clock and are known for being helpful, joyful, and kind. Residents enjoy a busy schedule of social, educational, and recreational activities like art classes, book clubs, concerts, guest speakers, and health lectures, all designed to keep body, mind, and spirit active. There's a structured program for making friends, staying engaged, and sharing time with family at regular meetings and events.
The campus has many amenities, including spacious apartments, walk-in closets, and sunrooms. Residents have access to window treatments, high-speed internet, laundry rooms, and full kitchens or kitchenettes, and each room comes with emergency call response. There's secured parking, smoke detectors, sprinkler system, pet-friendly policies, and snow removal to help keep everyone safe and comfortable year round. The building has an elevator, wheelchair access, and special areas like a Fitness Center, Arts & Crafts Center, social activities room, library, club room, chapel, dining rooms, and a great room for large gatherings. There's even a coffee shop and a general store. Outdoor spaces include a courtyard and garden, with fully landscaped grounds for everyone to enjoy.
Older adults who need help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, or medication have support from trained staff. Memory care helps residents with dementia to avoid confusion or wandering, and those recovering from surgery can stay short-term for rehabilitation therapy, either as an inpatient or outpatient. There are also caregiver support services for families. Meals come from chefs and meal planners who focus on taste and good nutrition, and there are special diet menus when needed. Residents can use amenities like a Jacuzzi, whirlpool spa, snack shop, TV rooms, and walk-in showers, and have access to secured dementia neighborhoods, visiting areas, computer access, communal beverage and snack bars, and 24-hour nursing help.
Good Samaritan Society - Woodland's tidy campus and attentive staff have earned high ratings, along with awards celebrating good activities, friendliness, and strong community care. People who live here can count on a safe, friendly environment that supports both independence and the need for a little extra help when it's needed.
