Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
New residents most often arrive under Medicaid (42% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 4 - 5 months.
Good Samaritan Society is one of the trusted senior living communities in Fargo. They provide a range of comprehensive care that focuses on various assisted living levels of care, which includes independent living. Many families have trusted the quality service the community has continuously provided for many seniors over the years. As a Good Samaritan Society, seniors can expect a worry-free lifestyle during their stay.
The Good Samaritan’s all-inclusive services and amenities include home-cooked meals, maintenance-free living, and housekeeping; social activities include gatherings at the community room, dining room, or chapel; wellness programs, religious services, an emergency response system, and housekeeping services are also offered.
Good Samaritan Society – Fargo is legally operated by Good Samaritan Society-Fargo.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
In North Dakota, the Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facilities Division is the agency authorized to perform unannounced inspections and issue official health quality reports.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | ND Average | vs. ND Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
| 45 | 22 | This facility has 105% more total deficiencies than a typical North Dakota assisted living residence (45 vs. ND avg 22).↑ 105% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 15 | 7.3 | This facility has 105% more deficiencies per year than a typical North Dakota assisted living residence (15 vs. ND avg 7.3).↑ 105% worse |
North Dakota average 4.2
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
North Dakota average 16.5
North Dakota average 3.93
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
7 of 26 citations resulted from standard inspections; 3 of 26 resulted from complaint investigations; and 16 of 26 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
North Dakota average: 0.5
North Dakota average: 1
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
372 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 22 | 3 | 25 | 6,405 | 92 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 3 | 10 | 2,152 | 90 | 98% | 8.7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 4 | 2 | 6 | 982 | 80 | 87% | 8.1 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 3 | 0 | 3 | 857 | 71 | 77% | 9.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 749 | 76 | 83% | 5.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 2 | 1 | 3 | 679 | 73 | 79% | 7.6 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 584 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 413 | 62 | 67% | 6.7 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 6 | 0 | 6 | 264 | 40 | 43% | 4.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 74 | 36 | 39% | 2.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 30 | 8 | 9% | 3.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 21 | 3 | 3% | 7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 3 | 3% | 3.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2% | 1.3 |
Includes penalties issued in 2023-2024
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
2 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
20% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
38% of new residents, often for short stays.
42% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Good Samaritan Society – Fargo from 2012–2024, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
New residents most often arrive under Medicaid (42% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 4 - 5 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
7.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Fargo's city center to Good Samaritan Society – Fargo's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.34 miles to nearest hospital (PC MEDICAL)
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The information below is reported by the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facilities Division.
| Good Samaritan Society – Fargo | AL NH RC | Fargo (Brandt Crossing) | - | 5
Facility
5
ND AVG
75
Rank
#53 / 53 | A+ |
58
Facility
58
ND AVG
42
Rank
#24 / 80 | Private Rooms |
| Bethany Retirement Living | AL MC NH | Fargo (Jefferson) | - | 45
Facility
45
ND AVG
75
Rank
#37 / 53 | A+ |
75
Facility
75
ND AVG
42
Rank
#13 / 80 | Private Rooms |
| Bethany on 42nd | AL MC NH | Fargo (Anderson Park) | - | 40
Facility
40
ND AVG
75
Rank
#43 / 53 | A+ |
29
Facility
29
ND AVG
42
Rank
#50 / 80 | Private Rooms |
| Elim Health Care Center | AL HC IL NH RC | Fargo (River Drive) | - | 88
Facility
88
ND AVG
75
Rank
#18 / 53 | - |
52
Facility
52
ND AVG
42
Rank
#31 / 80 | Private Rooms |
Good Samaritan Society – Fargo is located in Fargo, North Dakota.
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Good Samaritan Society – Fargo is in the Brandt Crossing neighborhood of Fargo.
The legal owner and operator of Good Samaritan Society – Fargo is Good Samaritan Society-Fargo.
Good Samaritan Society – Fargo has a walk score of 58. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
According to ND state health department records, Good Samaritan Society – Fargo's license expires on December 31, 2025.
Good Samaritan Society – Fargo's occupancy is 89%.
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Good Samaritan Society – Fargo has 5 beds.
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