Good Samaritan Society - St. James - Brandt Ridge sits at 1102 2nd Street South in St. James, Minnesota, and it's a medium-sized community that offers many choices for seniors needing different kinds of care. The community has assisted living, independent living, skilled nursing, memory care, home care, adult day services, home health care, respite care, hospice care through a partner agency, and both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation therapy. People can pick from studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartments, and there are also assisted living apartments with single, double, and family layouts, many with private bathrooms, kitchens, walk-in closets, garages, and the option to decorate with their own things. The Prairie View senior housing includes both one- and two-bedroom setups, and each comes with a full kitchen.
The staff includes certified nurses and nursing assistants who offer 24-hour residential nursing care, help with daily activities, medication management, transfers, dressing, and bathing, and there's an emergency response system and 24-hour call system for safety. Alzheimer's and dementia care is available, and there's a support group for families and friends of residents with memory disorders. Residents who need skilled nursing, physical, occupational, or speech therapies can get those services as well.
Amenities help people feel comfortable, with cable TV, Wi-Fi, telephone, meal preparation, restaurant-style dining, a chapel, fitness center, media and activities room, beauty salon, barbershop, minimart, computer room, library, and even a historical room and guest suite for visitors. Many enjoy social activities like movie nights, gardening, arts, and community events, and resident council groups meet regularly. There are walking paths, garden spots, a movie space, arts room, common areas, and transportation is available for errands or medical appointments. The community prepares meals and can handle special diets for allergies or diabetes.
Housekeeping, laundry, emergency alert systems, and maintenance-free living make day-to-day life easier, and parking is available. Religious services are held on-site, and those in the community can get help with daily personal care, but also enjoy plenty of ways to stay active and socialize with others. Brandt Ridge is part of the Good Samaritan Society organization and aims to support independence and quality of life for older adults across all levels of care.
