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Good Samaritan Society – Fargo
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Fargo, ND
Good Samaritan Society – Fargo
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Fargo, ND
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.
Staffing hours
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Hours per resident per day vs North Dakota averages
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
1h 5m
Avg State avg: 1h 5m per day · National avg: 42m per day
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
11m
−71% State avg: 36m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
2h 38m
−24% State avg: 3h 28m per day · National avg: 2h 24m per day
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
2h 57m
−34% State avg: 4h 26m per day · National avg: 3h 30m per day
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
0m
−100% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
35m
Avg State avg: 36m per day · National avg: 29m per day
4 of 6 metrics below state avg
5-bed community Rank #53 / 53Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 53rd out of 53 homes we track in North Dakota for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other North Dakota facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in North Dakota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
21 years in operation Rank #8 / 14Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 14 homes we track in North Dakota for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other North Dakota facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in North Dakota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 58 / 100 Rank #23 / 78Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 23rd out of 78 homes we track in North Dakota for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across North Dakota facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in North Dakota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Silver National Quality Award Recipient 2025
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
CountyCass
CMS Certification Number355104
Good Samaritan Society – Fargo is legally operated by Good Samaritan Society-Fargo.
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Response System.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactKiara Tuchscherer (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Basic Care Services
Café
Chapel
Gazebo
Salon
Activities
Wellness Center
Walking Paths
Whirlpool
Specific ProgramsHome-based Services, Caregiver Support
Religious Services
Starting Price$4,754/mo
Inspection History
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.
Since 2023 · 3 years of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
45 deficiencies
5 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the North Dakota state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2023 vs. North Dakota state average
Overall vs. ND average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than North Dakota average:
• Total deficiencies (105% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (105% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (105% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (105% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | ND Average | vs. ND Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 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 inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 9.0 | 4.4 | This facility has 105% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Dakota assisted living residence (9 vs. ND avg 4.4).↑ 105% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | ND Average | vs. ND Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 5 | 5 | This facility has total inspections in line with the North Dakota average (5 vs. ND avg 5).— At avg |
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Good Samaritan Society – Fargo
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5.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Fargo's city center to Good Samaritan Society – Fargo's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the ND Dept. of Health & Human Services (NDHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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| New Perspective – West Fargo | AL IL MC | West Fargo | 119
Facility
119
ND AVG
75
Rank
#9 / 53 | Yes |
30
Facility
30
ND AVG
42
Rank
#46 / 78 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19
Facility
19
ND AVG
28
Rank
#10 / 14 | A+ | Alex Massopust |
| Touchmark at Harwood Groves | AL IL MC | Fargo | 80
Facility
80
ND AVG
75
Rank
#22 / 53 | Yes |
48
Facility
48
ND AVG
42
Rank
#34 / 78 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 27
Facility
27
ND AVG
28
Rank
#7 / 14 | A+ | Anne-Marie Fitz |
| Bethany Retirement Living | AL MC NH SNF | Fargo (Jefferson) | 45
Facility
45
ND AVG
75
Rank
#37 / 53 | No |
75
Facility
75
ND AVG
42
Rank
#12 / 78 | Studio / 1 Bed | 39
Facility
39
ND AVG
28
Rank
#5 / 14 | A+ | Shawn Stuhaug |
| Bethany on 42nd | AL MC NH SNF | Fargo (Anderson Park) | 40
Facility
40
ND AVG
75
Rank
#43 / 53 | Yes |
29
Facility
29
ND AVG
42
Rank
#49 / 78 | Private Rooms | 18
Facility
18
ND AVG
28
Rank
#12 / 14 | A+ | Shawn Stuhaug |
| Good Samaritan Society – Fargo | AL RC | Fargo (Brandt Crossing) | 5
Facility
5
ND AVG
75
Rank
#53 / 53 | No |
58
Facility
58
ND AVG
42
Rank
#23 / 78 | Private Rooms | 21
Facility
21
ND AVG
28
Rank
#8 / 14 | A+ | Kiara Tuchscherer |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in North Dakota
Good Samaritan Society – Fargo is located in Fargo, North Dakota.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in North Dakota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Good Samaritan Society – Fargo
What neighborhood is Good Samaritan Society – Fargo in?
Good Samaritan Society – Fargo is in the Brandt Crossing neighborhood of Fargo.
Who is the owner of Good Samaritan Society – Fargo?
Good Samaritan Society – Fargo is legally operated by Good Samaritan Society-Fargo.
Is Good Samaritan Society – Fargo in a walkable area?
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.
How long has Good Samaritan Society – Fargo been in business?
Good Samaritan Society – Fargo has been operating for approximately 21 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Does Good Samaritan Society – Fargo have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Good Samaritan Society – Fargo on this page.
Are pets allowed at Good Samaritan Society – Fargo?
No, Good Samaritan Society – Fargo has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Good Samaritan Society – Fargo have?
Good Samaritan Society – Fargo has 5 beds.
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