Jacque Price
Jun 2025
My mom is in here and they are taking wonderful care of her, thankyou so very much, you can tell these people really care about the people in this home,I sleep better cuz Mama is safe,t.y.
Good Samaritan Society - St. Ansgar
701 East Fourth Street5(2 ratings)
Part of Good Samaritan Society · 134 communities · 4★ average
1 / 2Quick Facts
- Total units
- 42
- Medicare rating
- 5 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 42
- Inspections
- View history (22 citations)
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
An automated summary of family reviews and public information. Not verified by MyLivingChoice; confirm services, staffing and pricing with the community.
Families describe Good Samaritan Society - St. Ansgar as a small skilled nursing and long-term care home where staff are attentive and caring. Feedback is very limited, with just two reviews available, both positive and focused on the reassurance families feel about their loved one's safety and care.
What reviewers praise
- Staff described as very caring
- Families feel reassured about safety
- Small, intimate skilled nursing setting
What reviewers flag
- Very few reviews available to judge experience broadly
- No published pricing information
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Good Samaritan Society - St. Ansgar is a senior living community in Saint Ansgar, Iowa offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities.
About Good Samaritan Society - St. Ansgar
Good Samaritan Society - St. Ansgar is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Saint Ansgar, Iowa, licensed for up to 42 residents. Operated by Good Samaritan Society, a nonprofit corporation, it holds a 5 of 5 star rating from CMS and is certified for Medicare and Medicaid.
The community offers 24-hour staffing with an on-site registered nurse, private rooms with private bathrooms, and wheelchair accessibility. Residents have access to restaurant-style dining with dietary accommodations, cable or satellite television, housekeeping and laundry services, medication management, an emergency call system, and social activities in gathering spaces. Security and comprehensive care support are available around the clock.
Reviewers consistently expressed confidence in the quality of care provided, noting that staff demonstrate genuine concern for residents' wellbeing and safety.
Types of Care at Good Samaritan Society - St. Ansgar
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Security
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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5overall · 2 ratings combined
5★ on Google (2)
Sharon Groth
Jan 2019
A great care center. Very caring staff.
Government Inspection History
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 22 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Apr 24, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard4 citations
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 22, 2025
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 24, 2025
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 28, 2025
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 28, 2025
Jul 21, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 7, 2024
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 2, 2024
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 30, 2024
Jan 10, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard15 citations
Develop a communication plan.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 24, 2024
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 24, 2024
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 24, 2024
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 24, 2024
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 24, 2024
Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 24, 2024
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 24, 2024
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 24, 2024
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 24, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 8, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 8, 2024
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 8, 2024
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 24, 2024
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 24, 2024
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 8, 2024
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Good Samaritan Society - St. Ansgar offer?
Good Samaritan Society - St. Ansgar offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Good Samaritan Society - St. Ansgar located?
Good Samaritan Society - St. Ansgar is located at 701 East Fourth Street in Saint Ansgar, Iowa.
What do families say about Good Samaritan Society - St. Ansgar?
Families describe Good Samaritan Society - St. Ansgar as a small skilled nursing and long-term care home where staff are attentive and caring. Feedback is very limited, with just two reviews available, both positive and focused on the reassurance families feel about their loved one's safety and care.
How did Good Samaritan Society - St. Ansgar do on recent health and safety inspections?
Good Samaritan Society - St. Ansgar had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 22 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
How can families visit Good Samaritan Society - St. Ansgar?
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