Generations of same family serve Good Samaritan Society
Flipping through old photo albums at a Good Samaritan Society – Prairie Creek twin home in […]
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Generations of same family serve Good Samaritan Society
Flipping through old photo albums at a Good Samaritan Society – Prairie Creek twin home in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Cindy Moegenburg is realizing many aspects of her life are filled with memories made at the Society.
Director of nursing honored with Patriot Award
Serving others is good medicine for the soul. Megan Soukup, a CNA at Good Samaritan Society […]
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Former client and family call OT their guardian angel
Whenever Sandy Sundin and her family need therapy and rehabilitation services, they search out Cassie Thompson […]
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Good Samaritan Society Founder’s Day Recap
On Thursday, September 29, 2022, the Good Samaritan Society celebrated Founder’s Day in the Great Room […]
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Resident says Society represents ‘Christianity in action’
When Mel Peters was ready to move to a senior living location in Arkansas, he knew […]
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Founder’s Day Celebration
This year, the Good Samaritan Society is marking a significant milestone – our 100th Anniversary! Watch […]
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Showing appreciation during Founder’s Day
Celebrating the Society’s Founder’s Day on Sept. 29 allows us the opportunity to recognize the faithful […]
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COVID-19 infection preventionist honored for efforts
An infection preventionist at Good Samaritan Society – Miller Pointe in Mandan, North Dakota, Savannah Boltz, RN, has […]
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Society nurse recognized nationally for her leadership
Crafting birthday cards with residents during activity time is a treat these days for Alena Goergen, […]
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Social worker grateful to serve
When Tabatha Anderson went to college, she never dreamed it would be for social work. What […]
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Getting care while staying independent in assisted living
When Marion and Fritz Carlson moved to Ridge View Estates Assisted Living at Good Samaritan Society […]
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Nursing home activity director becomes characters on stage
Dressing up is just part of a typical day for activities director Julie Schwab at Good Samaritan […]
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Friend’s recommendation leads to fulfilling career
After more than a decade in her previous career, a friend of Holly Turner’s encouraged her […]
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100 acts of kindness celebrate 100 years of care
100 acts of kindness are taking place at Good Samaritan Society – Ottumwa in Iowa. Staff and […]
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Devoted Society nurse later becomes a resident
In the decades since Marian Johnson worked for the Good Samaritan Society in St. James, Minnesota, […]
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Dedicated career spans four decades
A close relationship with her grandparents led Jo Planting to pursue a career in long-term care. […]
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Serving in environmental services is ‘pure blessing’
One of the happiest housekeepers, Stuart Twite brings a bright and shiny attitude to Good Samaritan Society […]
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Nursing staff thanks LPN, a caregiver at home and work
Well-known in Waukon, Iowa, nurse Kayla Rowan, LPN, is rolling through her shift full of familiar […]
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Coming home to the Good Samaritan Society
Deb Carney came back to work at Good Samaritan Society – Spokane Valley after a six-year […]
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Nurse carries on dad’s legacy in De Smet
Reprising her role on the chapel piano at Good Samaritan Society – De Smet in South […]
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Nurse “comes home” to the Good Samaritan Society
For Millie Sexton, all roads have led back to the Good Samaritan Society. The long-time nurse […]
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Nurse’s leadership is critical during community crisis
Ready to get back to her country roots, Rebecca Pedersen, RN, packed up her things and […]
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87-year-old harpist plays for patients in hospice
87-year-old Luana Mangold has been volunteering, with strings attached, at Good Samaritan Society – Prescott Hospice […]
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Society holds a special place in Diana Orn’s heart
Two weeks into her new job with the Good Samaritan Society, Diana Orn’s husband was unexpectedly […]
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‘Everything that an employee of Good Samaritan should be’
Joe Berg isn’t your traditional caregiver at the Good Samaritan Society in Moscow, Idaho. He’s not […]
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CNA earns national award for 30-plus years of caregiving
An hour southwest of Des Moines, Iowa, sits the tiny town of Fontanelle. A little more […]
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‘I would never guess she’s a new administrator’
When Clara Palm took over last June as the administrator at the Good Samaritan Society – Comforcare in […]
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After broken foot, then COVID, RN finds way to help others
In January of 2021, Marsha Moestchen’s life literally took a dive. The clinical care leader at Good […]
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Judy Ryan instilled a focus on quality care and education
The fifth president and CEO of the Good Samaritan Society (1998-2003) hasn’t really left the organization. […]
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Specialty care workers live legacy of Good Samaritan Society
Providing unique services – it’s what Good Samaritan Society – Specialty Care in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, has […]
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Continuing to learn and grow in her 90s
Most days Winifred Dixon can be found at the computer in her apartment researching her genealogy. […]
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Betty Hoeger remembers her father-in-law and the early days of the Society
Learn about the early days of the Good Samaritan Society from someone who was there. Betty […]
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Laura Jerstad remembers her dad and the Society
Laura Jerstad is the daughter of the Society’s founder, the Rev. August “Dad” Hoeger. Watch the […]
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RN pivoted from photojournalist to award-winning nurse
“Working from home” is a pandemic essential for some. Nicole Bock, RN, always on the road, […]
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Veteran scholarship helps Society nurse continue education
When Army veteran Kalli Koepplin was surprised with a $5,000 military and veteran scholarship from Sanford […]
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Former Society leader proud to be part of 100-year history
1978 was a year of massive change for Dave Horazdovsky. 23 at the time, Dave graduated […]
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Samaritan’s Feet treats seniors to foot washing & footwear
The Good Samaritan Society and Samaritan’s Feet International. Sounds like perfect partners for providing seniors with proper […]
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Nursing home hosts ‘century march’ for 100-year-olds
100 years is a crowning achievement and a good excuse for the parade of the century […]
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Society mission trip inspires employee to give back
Going on a mission trip to Colombia in 2015 made Paula Sedillo realize the vast needs […]
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Thanks to help from co-workers, Kelly Todd received the gift of sight
As a cook, Kelly Todd relies on good vision to help her read recipes and meal […]
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Home-based caregiver helps seniors share legacies
In its hundredth year, the Good Samaritan Society is celebrating the people who make it a […]
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Nebraska nurse a third-generation ‘Good Samaritan’
A third-generation “Good Samaritan,” Abby Stukenholtz, RN, BSN, is living out her calling with the Society […]
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Sisters with a connection to the Society
Growing up in the small town of Albion, Nebraska, Shari Buettner never imagined working in a […]
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History House provides inspiration for future caregivers
Stepping into the Arthur History House in Arthur, North Dakota, is like stepping back in time. […]
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Nurse remembers Society founder’s calling and her own
Everyone has a story, and Judy Parvin has met a lot of people. She’s an interim […]
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Interim Society president filled role at a crucial time
Dr. Charles Balcer was a long-time member and chair of the Good Samaritan Society’s Board of […]
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Original North Dakota location provides pandemic relief
Footsteps away from where the Good Samaritan Society was founded 100 years ago, caregivers are, once again, […]
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Grandmother’s love spurs a lifelong career with the Society
As a high school student, Monica Andrew had dreams of becoming a flight attendant, but her […]
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Service is generational for Scholz family
You can stuff a lot of memories into 44 years at one Good Samaritan Society location. […]
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Nurse remembers dream job at the Society
Lynn Assimacopoulos didn’t realize it at the time, but being laid off from her job as […]
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Society offered hope when staffer felt hopeless
Finding connection with others at the Good Samaritan Society can be a lifesaver. Singing “Amazing Grace” […]
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Reinfelds family plays an important role in the Society’s history
It was 1949 when Uldis Reinfelds, then only 5 years old, and his parents, Nikolais and […]
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Childhood passion leads to compassionate career
Kids often outgrow their childhood obsessions – be it dinosaurs, astronauts or unicorns. Their one-time passions […]
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19-year Society resident talks past and present
Roger Fjeld would gladly sit and talk history with you. After all, it’s what he’s spent […]
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Activities assistant makes a difference one smile at a time
Eight years ago, Kimberly Burns officially started what she describes as “the best job ever.” She […]
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Housekeeping supervisor embodies Society’s century-old values
In its 100th year, the Good Samaritan Society continues to uphold and celebrate the mission, vision […]
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Three generations of women serve at Olathe location
It’s not uncommon to find multiple family members serving at the same Society location. In fact, […]
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Three neighbors spend 40+ years serving up food, friendship
Nestled in a Maplewood neighborhood, just north of the Twin Cities, is a Good Samaritan Society skilled-nursing […]
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Nurse, fundraiser nears retirement after 55 years of service
Poring over historical pictures at the Good Samaritan Society – Algona in Iowa is a person who’s been […]
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Good Samaritan Society President: Augie Hoeger
The year was 1963 when August Hoeger Jr., better known as “Augie,” assumed leadership of the […]
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Good Samaritan Society President: John Hoeger
With a deep sense of humility and a great interest in others, John Hoeger faithfully led […]
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Good Samaritan Society founder: The Rev. August “Dad” Hoeger
Deeply invested in a life of faith, the Rev. August “Dad” Hoeger, a Lutheran pastor, had […]
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As Society grows, mission to serve remains at heart
Sharing the “why” behind the work of the Good Samaritan Society is front and center as […]
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Michele Notz: Nearly four decades at Sister Bay
Long-term care captured Michele Notz’s heart when she was young, working as a housekeeper at Good […]
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Mission-minded staff makes a difference, says Society CEO
As the Good Samaritan Society counts down to 100 years of service, President and CEO Randy […]
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Family depends on senior care for past and future
To say Tom Syverson shares a deep connection with the Good Samaritan Society would be an […]
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Roles in AirMed & senior care define a career in health
After 40 years in health care administration, Randy Bury is nearing the end of his career […]
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Telehealth extends faith-based care to more people
When Gregory Johnson, M.D., joined the Good Samaritan Society two years ago, the chief medical officer […]
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Tour the Kissimmee Village campus with longtime residents
Carol Kaschel has owned a home at Good Samaritan Society – Kissimmee Village in Florida for 37 years. […]
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Mother-daughter nursing careers bring family identity
Growing up in Sioux Falls, Rochelle Rindels, MSN, RN, QCP, found herself at Good Samaritan Society – Luther […]
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Bronze Star recipient at Society played a part of history
Roughly 30 veterans call Good Samaritan Society – Grand Island Village in Nebraska home. Retired Army Maj. Judy […]
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Senior pastor proud to work alongside ‘called’ colleagues
A faith-forward organization, the Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society has been on a mission for nearly […]
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Leading the Society was ‘dream job’ for Mark Jerstad
Grandson of the Good Samaritan Society’s founder August “Dad” Hoeger, Mark Jerstad grew up with the […]
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