Independent Living Home

Bethany on 42nd

Independent Living Home

Bethany on 42nd

4255 30th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104 View map
Overview of Bethany on 42nd

A Bethany Homes community, the 42nd branch provides housing for independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. The senior living home strives to make a positive impact in the lives of each resident; they are ready to attend to any needs an individual may have. Bethany on 42nd practices a resident-centered approach to senior living so seniors can thrive and reach their fullest potential to be a new version of themselves.

Bethany Homes offer modern amenities, friendly staff, and senior care service like no other. From nursing home services to assisted living support– residential life is all about the amenities: housekeeping, physical therapy, social events, 24-hour concierge, hair salon, library, and restaurant-style dining.

(701) 478-8900

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
North Dakota average: 3.8/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
North Dakota average: 3.1/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
North Dakota average: 4.4/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5
North Dakota average: 3.1/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
5h 6m per day

This home provides 3% more nursing time per resident than the North Dakota average.

North Dakota average: 4h 58m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 40

This home is often near full

That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.

Higher demand than most homes in North Dakota
Occupancy rate 99.4%
Residents per day (avg) 113
Occupancy rate
99.4%
Residents per day (avg)
113

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

45% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

38% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Medicaid

17% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 - 3 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$21.3M
Surplus of revenue
$422.7K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$21,333,988.00
Surplus of revenue
$422,669.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$10.5M
49% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$10.5M
Total costs $20.9M
Bed community size
40-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
18 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 29 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Services

Bathing
Dressing
Toileting
Transferring
Eating
Medication Management
Personal Hygiene
Meal Preparation

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
99%
In line with North Dakota average
Occupied beds
40 / 40
Average residents 62 per day

License details

Facility type
Assisted Living Facility
Expiration December 31, 2025
County: Cass

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 355123

Ownership & operating entity

Bethany on 42nd is legally operated by American Lutheran Home Inc.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Contact: Shawn Stuhaug

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Chapel
Diner
Pharmacy/Gift Shop
Library
Wellness Center
Movie Theater
Hair Salon

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Rehabilitation Suites/TCU, Skilled Nursing, Ethos Hospice, Ethos Home Care, Pastoral Care, Classes
Religious Services
Yes

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Bethany on 42nd

Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care Hospice Care Home Care Nursing Home
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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

North Dakota average 4.2


Last Health inspection on May 2025

Total health citations 11
Citations per inspection
3.67

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

2 of 11 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 9 of 11 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 0.5


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 1

0 critical citations More info North Dakota average: 0.5

0 serious citations More info North Dakota average: 1

11 moderate citations More info North Dakota average: 14.8

0 minor citations More info North Dakota average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation May 01, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Mar 14, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Mar 14, 2024
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Mar 30, 2023
Corrected

Compare Independent Living around Fargo

The information below is reported by the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facilities Division.
Bethany Retirement Living
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Fargo (Jefferson)
172
No
B-
75
Private Rooms
New Perspective – West Fargo
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

West Fargo
119
Yes
A+
30
Private Rooms
Bethany on 42nd
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

HC

Home Care

HC

Hospice Care

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

Fargo (Anderson Park)
116
Yes
A+
29
Private Rooms
Good Samaritan Society – Fargo
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

HC

Home Care

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

Fargo
43
No
A+
58
Private Rooms
One Oak Place
IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

Fargo (Brunsdale)
-
Yes
-
34
Private Rooms

Places of interest near Bethany on 42nd

Address 6.5 miles from city center — 0.44 miles to nearest hospital (MEDPark Medical Center)

Address 4255 30th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

343
Total Staff
323
Employees
20
Contractors
60,496
Total Hours (Quarter)
89
Avg Staff/Day
7.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse208.6 No
Licensed Practical Nurse318.7 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant2057.3 No
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
280 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
7 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
23 staff
6.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
3 staff
2.4hs shift avg
Dietary Services
25 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Other Services
3 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
3.1%
of total hours from contractors
1,855 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 1 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Medical Director: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant205020535,49791100%7.3
Licensed Practical Nurse301317,24091100%8.7
Registered Nurse200204,60491100%8.6
Medication Aide/Technician210212,75791100%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist6061,6876571%7.9
Other Dietary Services Staff220221,48491100%5.6
Respiratory Therapist5051,44591100%7.4
Occupational Therapy Aide3031,1266571%6.7
RN Director of Nursing3038226571%7.8
Dental Services Staff2025025763%7.5
Dietitian3034814448%8.2
Physical Therapy Assistant0334686571%6.6
Nurse Practitioner1014646167%7.6
Mental Health Service Worker1014395763%7.7
Speech Language Pathologist0444186066%4.9
Physical Therapy Aide0333826268%6
Respiratory Therapy Technician0553326066%5.2
Administrator1011732325%7.5
Qualified Social Worker0331596470%2.4
Medical Director0111867%3

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
113 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
6 residents (5.3%)
Medicaid
62 residents (54.9%)
Private pay or other
45 residents (39.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 7.2
37% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 11.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 14.6
34% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 22.0

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 11.0%
46% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 20.4%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 12.3%
40% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 20.6%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 20.6%
18% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 25.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.8%
44% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 5.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.8%
In line with North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 5.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.1%
38% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 3.4%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.1%
28% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 5.7%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.0%
79% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 4.4%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 15.6%
27% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 21.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.8%
In line with North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 98.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 98.8%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.3%
In line with North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 94.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 7.0%
237% worse than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 2.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.6%
8% better than North Dakota average

North Dakota average: 88.6%

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Financial Aid for North Dakota Seniors

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

ND Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, North Dakota resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$3,000 (individual, higher than most states).

Higher asset limit; sparse population aids rural access.

Service Payments for Elderly and Disabled (SPED)

ND SPED

Age 65+ or disabled, North Dakota resident, at risk of decline.

~$1,732/month (individual, varies).

$50,000 (individual, higher limit).

Higher asset limit; rural focus.

Basic Care Assistance Program (BCAP)

North Dakota Basic Care Assistance Program

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), ND resident, in licensed basic care facility, low-income.

~$1,255/month (individual, after facility costs); varies by facility rate.

$3,000 (individual).

Supplements SSI; covers ~50 facilities statewide.

Family Home Care Program

North Dakota Family Home Care Program

Age 60+, ND resident, need help with 1+ ADL, family caregiver available.

No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year).

Not assessed; need-based.

Caregiver must be family; payment varies by hours/service.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

North Dakota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, ND resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

North Dakota LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, ND resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers oil, gas, electric; emergency aid available.

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

North Dakota Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; ND resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

8 regions; rural/low-income priority.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

North Dakota SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, ND resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

North Dakota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, ND resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural areas; ND Veterans Home option.

Property Tax Homestead Credit for Seniors

North Dakota Homestead Property Tax Credit

Age 65+ (or disabled), ND resident, homeowner, low-income.

~$22,500/year (individual), ~$29,500/year (couple).

Home value < $500,000; other assets not assessed.

Credit up to $500-$1,000; applies to primary residence.

Medicaid Personal Care Option (PCO)

North Dakota Medicaid Personal Care Option

Age 65+ (or disabled), ND resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 1+ ADL.

~$1,255/month (100% FPL, individual); QIT optional for excess income.

$3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $713,000, car).

Self-directed option (hire family); part of Medicaid State Plan, not a waiver.

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