I'm very pleased with this facility: the staff are exceptional, it's clean and promotes healthy living, the residents are proud and awesome, and with my daughter working here I feel confident it's one of the best options.
Loved one of resident
Jul 2026
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Amenities
Healthcare services
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Healthcare staffing
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Meals and dining
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Restaurant-style dining
Special dietary restrictions
Room
Air-conditioning
Cable
Fully furnished
Housekeeping and linen services
Kitchenettes
Private bathrooms
Telephone
Wifi
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Common areas
Beauty salon
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Gaming room
Garden
Outdoor space
Small library
Wellness center
Community services
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Move-in coordination
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Reviews
3.73·(11)
Overall rating
5
4
3
2
1
Care
3.7
Staff
3.0
Meals
3.7
Amenities
3.7
Value
3.7
Pros
Clean, well-maintained environment
Caring and dedicated front-line staff
Active, personable resident community
Staff pride and family connections to the facility
Cons
Inconsistent staff communication and conduct
Favoritism in staffing and supervisory practices
Limited managerial attention to employee health and welfare
Operational emphasis on appearance over staff support
Potential staff morale and workplace-culture issues
Summary of reviews
Review content reflects a mixed but coherent portrait of Good Samaritan Society - Bottineau. On the positive side, reviewers emphasize a clean, well-maintained facility and a resident community described as engaging and pleasant. Several comments convey pride in the workplace and note family ties to the staff, which can be interpreted as an indicator of employee commitment and continuity of care. Front-line caregiving staff are also described in favorable terms by some reviewers, suggesting that individual caregivers can be attentive and supportive.
At the same time, a clear pattern of concerns about staff conduct and supervisory practices emerges. Multiple notes characterize some staff interactions as brusque or directive and indicate inconsistencies in how staff communicate with residents and families. There are also indications of favoritism in how assignments or supervisory attention are distributed among caregiving roles, which reviewers link to uneven experiences across shifts or teams. These operational patterns may contribute to variability in perceived care quality.
Management-related issues are a consistent theme. Reviewers cite limited managerial attention to employee health and welfare and describe an operational focus that prioritizes room and facility appearance over staff needs. Those observations point to potential gaps in workforce support and staff morale; such gaps can indirectly affect responsiveness and continuity of care. While specific clinical-care incidents are not detailed in the available summaries, the described management and culture issues suggest areas that could impact staff retention and day-to-day consistency.
There is little specific information about dining and structured activities in the provided comments. The positive characterization of residents as "awesome" implies a generally social atmosphere, but reviewers did not provide concrete detail about meal quality, menu variety, or activity programming. Facilities-wise, the facility is consistently described as clean and health-focused.
Overall, prospective residents and families should weigh the facility's cleanliness, engaged resident community, and presence of committed caregivers against reported variability in staff conduct and supervisory support. If considering placement, it would be reasonable to ask the facility about staff training, supervision practices, employee-health accommodations, staff-to-resident ratios by shift, and examples of activity/dining programming to confirm whether operational practices align with expectations.
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Medicare Ratings
Cited by CMS for abuse, or potential for abuse, on its most recent survey cycle.
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Location
Good Samaritan Society - Bottineau is located at 725 10th St E, Bottineau, ND, 58318.
About Good Samaritan Society - Bottineau
Good Samaritan Society - Bottineau is renowned for its commitment to providing an unprecedented level of quality service, compassionate care, and a comprehensive range of amenities designed to ensure residents experience a care-free, fulfilling lifestyle. The community is dedicated to supporting not only the body but also the mind and spirit, creating an environment where joy, comfort, and opportunities for meaningful engagement abound. The friendly, professional staff at Good Samaritan Society - Bottineau focus on enhancing the quality of life for each resident, bringing a sense of true community to everyone who calls this senior living community home.
This care home has been recognized as a top performer by earning the Eli Pick Facility Leadership Award from the American College of Health Care Administrators, a distinction granted to only a small percentage of facilities nationwide. This award speaks to the unwavering dedication of the staff and the high standard of care provided at Good Samaritan Society - Bottineau. Residents are treated as individuals with unique stories, and the staff is experienced in supporting people through various life transitions, whether that involves recovering from surgery, adapting after a fall, or simply making a lifestyle change.
At Good Samaritan Society - Bottineau, senior living is about more than just providing a place to stay. The community is thoughtfully designed to provide comfort, safety, and a genuine feeling of belonging. Residents are encouraged to maintain personal interests and routines, whether that means setting up a birdfeeder outside their window for bird-watching or enjoying quiet moments reading in a favorite chair. The philosophy of care here embraces the idea that making daily activities easier for residents actually helps them enjoy greater independence and flexibility, allowing more time and energy for cherished hobbies and social interactions.
A wide array of services and amenities are offered to meet residents’ changing health and physical needs. These programs range from enriching daily activities to lawn maintenance, meal programs, and transportation services—all designed to help residents lead relaxed and comfortable lives within the community. In addition, various payment options are available to help ensure that residents and their families can find a solution that works for their individual situations. Whether someone is looking for rehabilitation therapy, long-term care, or simply a vibrant and supportive community, Good Samaritan Society - Bottineau stands ready to provide compassionate, personalized support throughout the journey of senior living.
People often ask...
Good Samaritan Society - Bottineau offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.
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The full address for this community is 725 10th St E, Bottineau, ND 58318.
No, Good Samaritan Society - Bottineau does not offer respite care.
Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
Safety & Compliance
In North Dakota, Health & Human Services' Health Facilities unit licenses care facilities and publishes the health and life-safety deficiencies found during inspections.
License number
BC-good-samaritan-society-bottineau-bottineau
Facility type
Basic Care Facility
Inspection Reports
49
Reports
163
Citations
0
Complaints
16
Years
17 Sept 2025Life Safety
17 Sept 2025Life Safety
Found no deficiencies. The survey concluded compliance with emergency preparedness requirements and life safety standards.
11 Sept 2025Inspection
11 Sept 2025Inspection
Investigators found multiple deficiencies in resident care, including inaccessible call lights, inadequate reporting of abuse, incomplete assessments and care plans, improper medication handling, unsafe transfers, infection control lapses, and environmental hazards.
Investigations identified abuse-related issues with resident-to-resident incidents and inadequate investigations, showing insufficient protections and supervision.
CFR 483.12(a)(1)Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Investigated a complaint and found failures to notify physicians and resident representatives about changes in condition, including a choking episode and a skin tear, leading to deficiencies in notification and quality of care.
CFR 483.10(g)(14)(i)-(iv)(15)Notify of Changes
CFR 483.25Quality of Care
31 Mar 2025Life Safety
31 Mar 2025Life Safety
Found no deficiencies related to emergency preparedness or life safety code compliance.
20 Mar 2025Inspection
20 Mar 2025Inspection
Found failures to timely submit a death-discharge MDS and to follow infection prevention/control procedures. Noted improper hand hygiene, glove use, and disinfection during high-contact care.
CFR(s): 483.80 §483.80 Infection ControlInfection Prevention & Control
07 Aug 2024Inspection
07 Aug 2024Inspection
Found no deficiencies. An unannounced investigation completed on 2024-08-07 concluded regulatory compliance.
16 Jul 2024Inspection
16 Jul 2024Inspection
Identified inadequate supervision and fall-prevention interventions for a resident, leading to multiple falls and injuries as care plans were not updated.
CFR 483.25(d)Free of Accident Hazards/Supervision/Devices
05 Oct 2023Inspection
05 Oct 2023Inspection
Found multiple deficiencies across resident rights, assessments, care planning, medication administration, ADL support, RN staffing, and food safety.
CFR 483.10Resident Rights
CFR 483.20Automated data processing requirement - Resident Assessments
CFR 483.21(b)(3)Comprehensive Care Plans
CFR 483.24(a)(2)ADL Care Provided for Dependent Residents
CFR 483.35(b)RN
CFR 483.45(f)Medication Errors
CFR 483.60(i)Food Safety
02 Oct 2023Life Safety
02 Oct 2023Life Safety
Found no deficiencies; determined compliance with emergency preparedness and life safety requirements.
19 Jul 2023Inspection
19 Jul 2023Inspection
Identified deficiencies in care plan implementation, staffing adequacy, and insulin pen labeling during an on-site revisit.
42 CFR 483.21(b)(1)-(3)Comprehensive Care Plans
42 CFR 483.35(a)(1)-(2)Sufficient Staff
42 CFR 483.45(g)-(h)Label/Store Drugs and Biologicals
24 May 2023Inspection
24 May 2023Inspection
Investigated allegations of wandering and aggressive behaviors, unsafe conditions, and rights violations with a visiting individual; numerous deficiencies found across resident rights, safety, staffing, care planning, medication administration, and dementia care.
42 CFR 483.15(c)(3)-(6)Notice Before Transfer/Discharge
42 CFR 483.15(d)(1)-(2)Bed-Hold Notice Upon Transfer
42 CFR 483.21(b)(3)Comprehensive Care Plans
42 CFR 483.25(d)(1)-(2)Free from Accident Hazards/Supervision/Devices
42 CFR 483.35(a)(1)-(2)Sufficient Nursing Staff
42 CFR 483.35(a)(3)-(4)(c)Competent Nursing Staff
42 CFR 483.40(b)Treatment/Service for Dementia
42 CFR 483.45(c)(3)-(5)Psychotropic Drugs
42 CFR 483.45(g)-(h)Label/Store Drugs and Biologicals
10 Aug 2022Life Safety
10 Aug 2022Life Safety
Identified several fire-safety deficiencies: doors to hazardous areas were held open with non-automatic devices, smoke barrier penetrations were unsealed, and ceiling dampers were not inspected or documented.
NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (2012)Doors with Self-Closing Devices
NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (2012)Subdivision of Building Spaces - Smoke Barrier
NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (2012)HVAC - Ceiling Dampers Inspections/Testing
07 Jul 2022Inspection
07 Jul 2022Inspection
An investigation found multiple deficiencies across resident rights, self-administration of medications, transfer/discharge communications, care planning, ADLs, hydration, infection control, and other areas, indicating several violations of federal requirements.
§483.10(a)(1)-(2), §483.10(b)Resident Rights/Exercise of Rights
§483.80(a)(1)-(2), (a)(4), (e), (f)Infection Prevention & Control
21 Jun 2022Life Safety
21 Jun 2022Life Safety
Identified a deficiency in cooking facilities not meeting NFPA 96; the manual actuation device for the kitchen hood's fire-extinguishing system was mounted too high.
NFPA 96; 19.3.2.5.1; 9.2.3Cooking facilities not in accordance with NFPA 96
17 May 2021Life Safety
17 May 2021Life Safety
Concluded that the facility was in compliance with emergency preparedness requirements during the 2021 recertification survey; no deficiencies were cited.
13 May 2021Inspection
13 May 2021Inspection
Observed multiple deficiencies across resident rights, assessments, wound care, dialysis, staffing, infection control, and medication management.
CFR(s): 483.10(e)(2)Respect, Dignity/Right to have Personal Property
CFR(s): 483.25(b)(1)(i)(ii)Treatment/Services to Prevent/Heal Pressure Ulcer
CFR(s): 483.25(d)Accidents; Supervision/Devices
CFR(s): 483.25(i)Respiratory Care
CFR(s): 483.25(l)Dialysis
CFR(s): 483.35(a)(1)(2)Sufficient Nursing Staff
CFR(s): 483.35(g)(1)-(4)Nurse Staffing Data Posting
CFR(s): 483.45(c)(3)(e)(1)-(5)Free from Unnecessary Psychotropic Meds/PRN Use
CFR(s): 483.60(a)(1)(2)Qualified Dietary Staff
CFR(s): 483.80(a)(1)(2)(4)(e)(f)Infection Prevention & Control
28 Oct 2020Inspection
28 Oct 2020Inspection
Investigated noncompliance with COVID-19 testing documentation and secure storage of staff results. Six residents lacked documented COVID-19 test results, and staff results were not stored securely.
Verified compliance with infection control regulations during a focused COVID-19 review and noted 23 residents were COVID-19 positive.
17 Mar 2020Inspection
17 Mar 2020Inspection
Found no deficiencies; observed compliance with infection control regulations and CMS/CDC COVID-19 practices.
17 Mar 2020Inspection
17 Mar 2020Inspection
Found no deficiencies related to infection control during a focused COVID-19 survey. Compliance with CMS/CDC infection control practices was verified.
14 Aug 2019Inspection
14 Aug 2019Inspection
Findings showed deficiencies in updating care plans, ensuring safe mealtime positioning, and verifying dietary staff qualifications.
CFR 483.21(b)(2)Care Plan Timing and Revision
CFR 483.25Quality of Care
CFR 483.60(a)(1)-(2)Qualified Dietary Staff
21 May 2019Life Safety
21 May 2019Life Safety
Identified multiple life-safety deficiencies, including hazardous-area enclosure not self-closing, fire alarm testing gaps, sprinkler head placement/rating concerns, and an extinguisher mounted too high.
NFPA 101 19.3.2.1; 19.3.5.9Hazardous Areas - Enclosure
NFPA 70, NFPA 72; 9.6.1.3; 9.6.1.5Fire Alarm System - Testing and Maintenance
NFPA 10; 6.1.3.8.1; 6.1.3.8.2; 6.1.3.8.3; 18.3.5.12; 19.3.5.12Portable Fire Extinguishers
01 Aug 2018Inspection
01 Aug 2018Inspection
Found deficiencies in drug regimen review and psychotropic medication management, including failure to perform or document gradual dose reductions.
§483.45(c)(5)Drug Regimen Review
§483.45(e)Psychotropic Drugs
29 May 2018Life Safety
29 May 2018Life Safety
Identified multiple life-safety deficiencies across egress, fire protection, emergency lighting, hazardous areas, sprinkler systems, electrical safety, and fire planning and drills.
NFPA 101, 7.2.1.4.3.1Means of Egress - Obstructions
NFPA 101, 7.2.1.4.3.1Means of Egress - Obstructions
NFPA 80, 8.3.3.1Fire Door Assemblies - Rating and Closures
NFPA 101, 7.9.3.1.1Emergency Lighting
NFPA 101, 19.3.2.1Hazardous Areas - Enclosure
NFPA 70; NFPA 72Fire Alarm System - Testing and Maintenance
NFPA 72, 14.4.2.2Fire Alarm System - Battery Load Tests
NFPA 13, 8.3.2; NFPA 13, 8.3.2.5(a)(2)Sprinkler System - Temperature Rating (High)
NFPA 13, 8.3.2.5(a)(2)Sprinkler System - Temperature Rating (Intermediate)
NFPA 25, 4.1.4.1; NFPA 25, 4.6.12Sprinkler System - Maintenance and Testing
NFPA 70, 210.8Sprinkler System - Electrical
NFPA 101, 19.7.2.2Evacuation and Relocation Plan
NFPA 101, 19.7.1.4-19.7.1.7Fire Drills
22 Jun 2017Inspection
22 Jun 2017Inspection
Found deficiencies in updating care plans to reflect current resident needs and in infection control practices during glucose monitoring.
483.10(c)(2)(i-ii,iv,v)(3),483.21(b)(2)Rights to participate in planning care; comprehensive care plans
483.80(a)(1)(2)(4)(e)(f)Infection control; prevention and spread; linens
23 May 2017Life Safety
23 May 2017Life Safety
Identified deficiencies in fire safety systems and drills: sprinkler head in walk-in cooler not compliant with NFPA 13, monthly extinguisher inspections not documented, and quarterly fire drills not conducted as required.
NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler SystemsSprinkler System - Installation
NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire ExtinguishersPortable Fire Extinguishers
NFPA 101, Fire DrillsFire Drills
14 Jul 2016Inspection
14 Jul 2016Inspection
Identified failures in infection-control practices related to Foley catheter care, risking potential infection.
483.20(k)(3)(i)SERVICES PROVIDED MEET PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
483.25(h)FREE OF ACCIDENT HAZARDS/SUPERVISION/DEVICES
483.25(k)TREATMENT/CARE FOR SPECIAL NEEDS
483.65RESIDENTS FREE OF SIGNIFICANT MED ERRORS
483.65INFECTION CONTROL, PREVENT SPREAD, LINENS
19 Jan 2016Life Safety
19 Jan 2016Life Safety
Found no deficiencies. The Life Safety Code survey concluded compliance with NFPA 101 provisions.
24 Sept 2015Inspection
24 Sept 2015Inspection
Identified deficiencies in assessment accuracy and posted staffing data. MDS entries did not accurately reflect residents' status, and staffing postings were not accurate or clearly visible to residents and visitors.
Investigated a series of deficiencies involving infection control, resident dignity/privacy, timely physician notifications for UTIs, and safety, leading to multiple cited violations.
483.10(b)(11)NOTIFY OF CHANGES (INJURY/DECLINE/ROOM, ETC)
483.10(e), 483.75(l)(4)PERSONAL PRIVACY/CONFIDENTIALITY OF RECORDS
483.15(a)DIGNITY AND RESPECT OF INDIVIDUALITY
483.15(g)(1)PROVISION OF MEDICALLY RELATED SOCIAL SERVICE
483.25TREATMENT/SVCS TO PREVENT/HEAL PRESSURE SORES
483.25(c)TREATMENT/SVCS TO PREVENT/HEAL PRESSURE SORES
483.25(h)FREE OF ACCIDENT HAZARDS/SURVEILL/DEVICES
483.25(m)(2)RESIDENTS FREE OF SIGNIFICANT MED ERRORS
483.65INFECTION CONTROL, PREVENT SPREAD, LINENS
14 Jul 2015Life Safety
14 Jul 2015Life Safety
Concluded no deficiencies were identified.
15 Jan 2015Inspection
15 Jan 2015Inspection
An investigation into a complaint found deficiencies in feeding practices and resident care, with unsafe feeding methods and inadequate activities and care planning observed during the survey.
—Use of plastic dishware; feeding techniques and dignity
06 Jan 2015Life Safety
06 Jan 2015Life Safety
Investigated a life safety survey and found compliance with the Life Safety Code; no deficiencies were cited.
26 Jun 2014Inspection
26 Jun 2014Inspection
Investigated deficiencies in resident care planning, transfers and use of assistive devices, medication management, and safety practices. Observed several failures affecting resident well-being.
—ASSESSMENT ACCURACY/COORDINATION/CERTIFIED
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—HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS
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—DRUG REGIMEN REVIEW, REPORT IRREGULAR, ACT ON
24 Jun 2014Life Safety
24 Jun 2014Life Safety
Investigated compliance issues related to life-safety systems, including sprinkler coverage, backflow testing, and oxygen storage, with corrective actions planned.
NFPA 101 Life Safety Code; NFPA 13; NFPA 25; NFPA 99Life safety and sprinkler system deficiencies; hazardous areas
NFPA 13; NFPA 101; NFPA 99Sprinkler system installation and coverage
NFPA 101 Life Safety Code; NFPA 99; NFPA 13Tests of sprinkler system and related construction
An investigation found deficiencies in insulin/diabetes management and related nursing practices, with documentation and care planning gaps observed across multiple residents. Multiple long-standing deficiencies were identified and noted as continued across several pages.
—Hypoglycemic Incidents
—Nursing Services/Plan of Care
—Care/Medical Records and Documentation
26 Sept 2013Inspection
26 Sept 2013Inspection
Investigated use of chemical restraints and related care planning; found concerns about the use of psychotropic medications to manage resident behaviors and documentation of dosage changes.
483.13(a)RIGHT TO BE FREE FROM CHEMICAL RESTRAINTS
12 Aug 2013Life Safety
12 Aug 2013Life Safety
Determined no deficiencies cited; NFPA 101 Life Safety Code provisions were met during the survey.
27 Sept 2012Inspection
27 Sept 2012Inspection
Investigated a resident incident with medication-related issues and safety deficiencies; identified failures in reporting investigations, infection control, medication handling, and life-safety standards.
—Investigation reporting
—Infection control
—Medication storage and administration
—Life safety from fire
14 Aug 2012Life Safety
14 Aug 2012Life Safety
Investigated and found life-safety deficiencies, including inadequate separation of hazardous areas and issues with sprinkler alarm components.
Initial CommentsInitial Comments
NFPA 101 Life Safety Code StandardNFPA 101 Life Safety Code Standard
27 Oct 2011Inspection
27 Oct 2011Inspection
Investigation identified multiple deficiencies involving housekeeping/maintenance, resident care planning, safety, infection control and food service across several care areas.
483.15(h)(2)HOUSEKEEPING & MAINTENANCE SERVICES
483.25CARE/MAINTENANCE SERVICES
—CARE/CAREGIVING OR RESIDENT CARE PLAN
—NUTRITION/DIETARY/DIETARY SERVICES
—DINING/MEALS
—FOOD STORAGE/FOOD SERVICE
483.80INFECTION CONTROL
—MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION/DRUG RECORDS
05 Jul 2011Life Safety
05 Jul 2011Life Safety
Investigated noncompliance with NFPA 70 due to GFCI outlets by the beauty shop sink not tripping when tested; observed electrical wiring and equipment did not meet NFPA 70 requirements.
NFPA 70Electrical wiring and equipment – National Electrical Code compliance
04 Nov 2010Inspection
04 Nov 2010Inspection
Investigators found multiple deficiencies related to notification, abuse investigations, activities, medication management, hydration, and record-keeping, affecting several residents' safety and quality of life.
42 CFR 483.13(c)Abuse/Neglect policies and investigations
42 CFR 483.15Care and environment promotes quality of life
42 CFR 483.25Drug regimen is free from unnecessary drugs
42 CFR 483.25(g)Sufficient fluids to maintain hydration
42 CFR 483.75(i)(1)RES RECORDS - medication records and pharmacist reports
42 CFR 483.75RECORDS-COMPLETE/ACCURATE/ACCESSIBLE
05 Oct 2010Life Safety
05 Oct 2010Life Safety
Found no deficiencies identified during the Life Safety Code survey.
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