Good Samaritan Society - Beatrice
Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.
based on 70 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility is highly regarded for its clean environment and dedicated staff, making it a strong candidate for long-term care. However, because of a recent report regarding poor communication and lack of empathy during end-of-life care, we recommend that families with loved ones on hospice or palliative care maintain close, frequent contact and establish clear expectations with the nursing leadership.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
70 reviews on Google“Good Samaritan Society - Beatrice is widely praised for its clean, modern facility and a staff that many families describe as compassionate and attentive. While the vast majority of reviews are highly positive, one recent critical report highlights significant concerns regarding staff empathy and responsiveness during end-of-life care, suggesting that experiences may vary depending on the specific care team involved.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
- Spacious, home-like private rooms
- Strong communication with families
Concerns
- Lack of empathy and responsiveness from staff during hospice/end-of-life care (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 75 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility rarely responds to reviews.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1With the facility having a 3-star health inspection rating, what specific improvements or changes have you implemented recently to address those findings?
- 2I noticed some families have shared feedback regarding end-of-life care; how does your team provide emotional support and communication to families during those sensitive transitions?
- 3Given the 4-star staffing rating, how do you ensure that the nursing team maintains consistent, personalized attention for each resident throughout the day?
- 4What kind of daily activities or social programs are available to help residents feel connected and engaged within the community?
- 5Since the facility is licensed for 80 residents, how do you balance the need for efficient medical care with maintaining the home-like atmosphere that many families have praised?
- 6In the event of a medical emergency, what is your protocol for notifying family members and coordinating with local hospitals?
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Key Review Excerpts
“My dad was a resident there for 10 months & I felt the staff were very rude & my dad was not taken care of properly. He was placed on hospice care & while on it my sister & I stayed with him & the staff was very heartless.”
“Our mother/grandmother was a resident at Good Samaritan facilities for almost 8 years, first for rehab after surgery, then assisted living, and finally full care. We have been extremely pleased with the lovely facilities and amazing staff.”
“The staff treats her with so much love and respect. We visit using the technology available at the facility and can call virtually anytime to see how she is doing or feeling.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents with pressure sores (bedsores)
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility has received 28 deficiencies over three years, with families filing complaints that triggered inspections in 2024 regarding food safety, infection control, and respiratory care. The primary problem areas are fire safety systems, building safety features, and infection control, with infection control issues recurring across multiple surveys. All deficiencies have correction dates, suggesting the facility addresses identified problems.
Jan 27, 2026Routine12
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Environmental Deficiencies
Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Sep 24, 2024Routine6
Egress Deficiencies
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Construction Deficiencies
Meet requirements for outpatient facilities located next to inpatient facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Sep 24, 2024Complaint3
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Oct 17, 2023Routine8
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies
Meet other general requirements.
Egress Deficiencies
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Good Samaritan Society - Beatrice
nonprofit
Chain Affiliation
Good Samaritan Society
92 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.0/5 · Rank 39 of 88
Ownership & Management
Owners
Sanford
Owner · Organization
The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Fluit, Joel
Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf
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