Good Samaritan Society - Waconia and Westview Acres, located in Waconia, Minnesota, is a care facility certified by Medicare and Medicaid, providing nursing home services and additional assisted living support. Established as a Medicare participant since January 1980, the facility accommodates 94 residents, offering a range of services that cater to both medical and everyday living needs. These include skilled nursing care, comprehensive long-term and short-term rehabilitation, memory care, and senior housing. Designed to meet varying levels of independence and care requirements, the facility emphasizes tailored care planning and support for each resident, ensuring their needs are adequately addressed.
The facility provides a broad spectrum of care and medical support services. Registered nurses and certified nurse practitioners deliver attentive medical care, supported by specialized services such as physical, occupational, and speech therapies to aid rehabilitation and enhance mobility and functionality. Pain management, wound care, and diabetes care are part of the facility's medical offerings, all overseen by a certified resident assessment coordinator. Residents also have access to podiatry, dental care, and various outpatient therapies. For daily living assistance, the facility provides incontinence and continence management, laundry and dry cleaning services, and an on-site barber/beauty salon.
To support resident well-being, Good Samaritan Society emphasizes community engagement through various clubs and social activities, bolstered by non-denominational devotions and access to a chapel and visiting chaplain. A focus on fostering a vibrant community is evidenced by the inclusion of resident and family counseling, a resident/family council, and efforts to improve the physical environment and expand activities. The level of care extends to respite and hospice care, ensuring comfort through all stages of residency. Current and former residents, as well as their families, frequently cite the warmth and attentiveness of the caregiving staff, noting a strong sense of community and genuine care. The facility is distinguished by its experienced staff, committed to providing a supportive, engaging, and comfortable living environment for all residents.
Costs at this community start at $1,955 and range up to $6,900. The average price in the community is $4,428, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,848. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.