Good Samaritan Society - Indianola

708 South Jefferson Po Box 319, Indianola IA, 50125

Resident Review Score
7.7
|
Loved
Starting price

$3,950

For this area
$$$
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Good Samaritan Society - Indianola is a nursing home in Indianola, IA, with 131 certified beds. Good Samaritan Society - Indianola is a senior care company operated by Good Samaritan Society. In addition to being a nursing home, this facility provides assisted living care and has an independent living option. This facility may offer respite stays. If this is something you need, you will need to find out if there are any additional restrictions on this option. Good Samaritan Society - Indianola offers multiple therapy services to its residents, including occupational and physical therapists (in-house). In addition, access to a speech therapist is provided.

Costs at this community start at $3,950 and range up to $6,000 per month. The average price in the community is $4,975, which is more than the average cost of $4,793 for nursing home care in the area. The cost of nursing home care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. Depending on the services the resident needs, additional services may increase the cost of care. This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.

When considering a nursing home, it's important to understand how much time nurses spend with each resident and what type of nurse provides care. The total time nurses spend with residents in this community is 3.2 hours daily per resident. This time is made up of 1.0 hours with licensed nurses (0.8 by an RN and 0.3 by an LPN) and 2.2 hours with non-licensed nurse aides.

To ensure the safety of all residents, the facility provides an emergency call system. Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. This facility has various activities, including musical performances and social outings. See our amenity list below for more information.

There are six hospitals within 25 miles of Good Samaritan Society - Indianola. The two closest hospitals are Iowa Methodist Medical Center, which is 16.5 miles away, and Mercy Medical Center-Des Moines, which is 16.9 miles away.

This nursing home has an overall rating of 3, which is an average rating of all facilities reviewed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This nursing home has an average health inspection rating of 3. The quality rating for this facility is 4 and the staff rating is 2.

Some of the key amenities available at Good Samaritan Society - Indianola are:

  • Outdoor Areas
  • Washer & Dryer in Unit
  • Activity Center
  • Social Outings
  • Pet Friendly

For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 240-4458 or reach the community directly at(515) 961-2596

Pricing for Good Samaritan Society - Indianola

$4,793Avg. Local Starting Price
Good Samaritan Society - Indianola$3,950

Starting price

  • Within 25 Miles$5,025
  • In Des Moines-Ames$4,793
  • In IA$4,649

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Resident Review Score
7.7
|
Loved
#2 in Indianola, IA
Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved5
Loved0
Good0
Average0
Below Average2

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community has garnered high praise for its compassionate, professional staff and clean, welcoming facilities. Many reviewers expressed deep gratitude for the care their loved ones received, highlighting the staff's sincere dedication across various roles, from housekeeping and dietary to nursing and social work. The personal testimonials share stories of residents being treated like well-loved family members and the staff's commitment to maintaining safety and providing loving care, especially appreciated during challenging times such as the Covid crisis. The community’s improvements over the last year have not gone unnoticed, contributing to the confidence and peace of mind shared by family members.
While the positive feedback overwhelmingly emphasizes the staff's kindness, care quality, and the facility's ambiance, there are hints of challenges such as staffing shortages, a common issue in many healthcare settings. Despite this, the community is acknowledged for doing its best under the circumstances, with the quality of care and attention to residents' well-being remaining uncompromised. The decision to place a loved one in assisted living is acknowledged as difficult, but reviewers felt reassured and supported by the staff, making it clear that this community is highly recommended for those seeking a caring and safe environment for their family members.

AI generated summary of real reviews

ANNUAL DATA

Good Samaritan Society - Indianola

Availability

Each community has a certified number of beds that are available.

certified beds

131
71

Local Avg

Ratings

User ratings are a trustworthy source of information about a community.

overall

2
2.8

Local Avg

health inspection

2
2.7

Local Avg

quality

4
3.3

Local Avg

staff

2
3.1

Local Avg

Incidents

Incidents within a community must be reported and documented.

facility reported

2
2.3

Local Avg

infection control citations

0
1.5

Local Avg

fines

2
2.6

Local Avg

amount of fines

$19,500
$50,278

Local Avg

Staff Hours (per resident per day)

licensed staff hours

1
1.3

Local Avg

total nurse hours

3
3.5

Local Avg

weekend nurse hours

3
3.2

Local Avg

weekend rn hours

0
0.5

Local Avg

Staff Turnover (per year)

nursing staff

76
56.4

Local Avg

registered nurses

77
54.9

Local Avg

administrators who left

1
0.7

Local Avg

Facility Details

  • Legal name

    GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY - INDIANOLA

  • Ownership type

    Non profit - Corporation

  • Federal Provider Number

    165186

  • Provider SSA county code

    900

  • Certification

    Medicare and Medicaid

  • Medicaid start date

    November 01, 1993

  • Type of council

    Resident

  • Ownership change in last 12 months

    No

  • Health inspection in last 2 years

    No

  • Located in hospital

    No

  • Continuing Care Retirement Community

    No

Amenities

Good Samaritan Society - Indianola

Outdoor Areas
Washer & Dryer in Unit
Activity Center
Social Outings
Pet Friendly

Complaints

$10050 In Fines Imposed

12 Total Deficiencies Reported

1 Payment Denials

2 Total Fines Imposed

3 Health Complaint Deficiencies

3 Penalties Imposed

5 Total Complaints Reported

6 Total Incidents Reported

9 Health Standard Deficiencies

Occupancy

100 Current Occupants

131 Total Units

Activities & Fitness

Activity Centre

Clubs & Communities

Fitness Programs

Library & Computer Lounge

Social Outings

Accommodations

Cable TV

Housekeeping

Outdoor Areas

Utilities Included

Washer & Dryer In Unit

Additional Features

Certified By Medicare And Medicaid

Medicare Participant Since 11/01/1993

Pet Friendly

Care

Dialysis

Laundry / Dry Cleaning

Memory Care

Nurses

Occupational Therapy

Offers Resident/family Counciling

Outpatient Therapies available With A Doctor’s Order.

Pain Management

Speech Therapy

Safety

Emergency Call System

Services

Maintenance

Dining & Nutrition

Meals Provided

Hospitals

Iowa Methodist Medical Center

1200 Pleasant Street

Distance: 16.5 miles

Mercy Hospital Medical Center

6Th And University Avenue

Distance: 17.0 miles

Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 East University

Distance: 17.1 miles

Churches

St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church

210 Route 63 Hwy, Indianola

Distance: 0.0 miles

Indianola Friends Church

Indianola

Distance: 0.0 miles

Nazarene Church

Indianola

Distance: 0.0 miles

Resident Review Score
8
|
Loved
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