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Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake

413 13th Avenue

4.9(7 ratings)

Part of Good Samaritan Society · 135 communities · 4★ average

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Quick Facts

Total units
32
Medicare rating
3 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Corporation
Certified beds
32

What Families Think

Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake is a small skilled nursing and long-term care community in Howard Lake, Minnesota, with a high average Google rating, though only a handful of reviews are on record and no detailed feedback is available. Families considering this community will want to contact it directly to learn more about care specifics, since public information is limited.

The Good

  • Very high average Google rating
  • Small, licensed-for-32 setting suggests intimate care

The Bad

  • No published pricing information available
  • No detailed reviews to assess day-to-day care quality

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake is a senior living community in Howard Lake, Minnesota offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 7 reviews.

About Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake

Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake is a skilled nursing / long term care community in Howard Lake, Minnesota. The community is licensed for up to 32 residents.

Families rate Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake 4.9 out of 5 based on 7 Google reviews.

Contact the community directly to ask about availability, pricing, and tours, or browse the photos and reviews here to see if it could be the right fit for your family.

Types of Care at Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake

4.9overall · 7 ratings combined

4.9★ on Google (7)

Laura Heuer

Jun 2026

via Google

My mom was in rehab at Good Samaritan for a number of weeks. She got wonderful care there. The staff were dedicated, kind, caring and a big help to mom and to the rest of the family. During a difficult time, we had a positive experience. We would recommend Good Samaritan to anyone!

Rk H

Jul 2024

via Google

The nursing staff in this facility is top notch. They are caring and compassionate. I was they have for a few weeks recently and was amazed at how kind they were. The nursing managers will actually work the floor to do patient care. At least one day per week, one of the bosses will take care of you. Highly recommended and you our your family member will be safe and treated well.

Kathy Peters

Dec 2019

via Google

Office Staff listened to what our needs were and explained how they could meet them. The complete staff is well informed about each tenant

Jo Ann Olson

Sep 2017

via Google

I am a visiting nurse to this facility and have noted the staff are truly dedicated to serving their residents. They are kind, gentle and attentive to their needs. I have witnessed that their residents seem happy and are always attending daily activities. This is a nursing home I would recommend to friends and family!

Carol Johnson

Sep 2017

via Google

The best place to stay. Long term and rehab available. Great staff and very friendly. They are trained well. Great PT department. My only complaint was the food Isn't great but they are working on it.

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Government Inspection History

3 inspection visits in the last three years, 15 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Feb 12, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard10 citations
  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 31, 2026

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 31, 2026

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 31, 2026

  • Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 31, 2026

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 31, 2026

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 31, 2026

  • 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 Mar 31, 2026

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 31, 2026

  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 31, 2026

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 31, 2026

Jan 9, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard2 citations
  • 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 Jan 31, 2025

  • Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 31, 2025

Nov 8, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 29, 2023

  • 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 Jan 20, 2024

  • Implement emergency and standby power systems.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 20, 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 - Howard Lake offer?

Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake located?

Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake is located at 413 13th Avenue in Howard Lake, Minnesota.

What do families say about Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake?

Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake is a small skilled nursing and long-term care community in Howard Lake, Minnesota, with a high average Google rating, though only a handful of reviews are on record and no detailed feedback is available. Families considering this community will want to contact it directly to learn more about care specifics, since public information is limited.

How did Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake do on recent health and safety inspections?

Good Samaritan Society - Howard Lake had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 15 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.

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