Good Samaritan Society Howard
300 W. Hazel Ave.3(5 ratings)
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1 / 2Quick Facts
- Starting price
- $957/mo
- Total units
- 45
- Medicare rating
- 5 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 45
- Inspections
- View history (12 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.
What reviewers praise
- Skilled nursing and long-term care services offered on-site
- Licensed to serve a small resident community
What reviewers flag
- Overall Google rating is only 3 out of 5 stars
- No pricing information published for this community
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Good Samaritan Society Howard is a senior living community in Howard, South Dakota offering Assisted Living, Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Published pricing starts around $957 per month. Families rate it 3.0 out of 5 across 5 reviews.
About Good Samaritan Society Howard
Good Samaritan Society Howard is a skilled nursing and long-term care community licensed for up to 45 residents in Howard, South Dakota. All beds are Medicare and Medicaid certified.
The community is operated by Good Samaritan Society, a non-profit organization. It maintains a five-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Amenities include 24-hour staffing with on-site registered nurses, private rooms and bathrooms, a restaurant-style dining room with dietary accommodations, housekeeping and laundry services, medication management, an emergency call system, and wheelchair accessibility. Gathering and activity spaces support social programming.
Reviewers' experiences have been mixed. Some families report satisfaction with care and attention, while others raise concerns about communication, staffing responsiveness, and operational consistency. Common points of feedback touch on how well staff coordinate with families and the reliability of day-to-day service delivery.
Types of Care at Good Samaritan Society Howard
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)
Activities
- Social Activities
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Government Inspection History
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 12 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
May 21, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard4 citations
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 9, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 9, 2026
Have correct number of accessible exits for each story.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadNo revisit needed
Install resident room doors of proper design and width.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadNo revisit needed
Jan 30, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
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 14, 2025
Install resident room doors of proper design and width.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
Have correct number of accessible exits for each story.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
Sep 28, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 27, 2023
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Install resident room doors of proper design and width.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Have correct number of accessible exits for each story.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 20, 2023
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 Howard offer?
Good Samaritan Society Howard offers Assisted Living, Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
How much does Good Samaritan Society Howard cost?
Published pricing at Good Samaritan Society Howard starts around $957 per month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection; contact the community for a detailed quote.
Where is Good Samaritan Society Howard located?
Good Samaritan Society Howard is located at 300 W. Hazel Ave. in Howard, South Dakota.
What do families say about Good Samaritan Society Howard?
Good Samaritan Society Howard carries a 3.0 out of 5 rating from 5 Google reviews. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.
How did Good Samaritan Society Howard do on recent health and safety inspections?
Good Samaritan Society Howard had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 12 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 Howard?
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