Good Samaritan Society - Parsons
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate and caring nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 21 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
The facility is highly regarded for its compassionate nursing and hospice care, making it a strong candidate for families prioritizing emotional support during end-of-life care. While the environment is described as clean, you may want to observe the hallways and common areas during your tour to ensure the physical layout meets your loved one's mobility needs.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
21 reviews on Google“Good Samaritan Society - Parsons receives praise for its compassionate nursing staff and high-quality hospice care, with family members noting the kindness shown during difficult end-of-life transitions. However, the facility has limited qualitative feedback, and some reviewers have noted minor logistical issues like cramped spaces for equipment. Prospective families should look for more recent, detailed feedback to gauge current operational standards.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Compassionate and caring nursing staff
- High-quality hospice care
- Clean and well-maintained environment
Concerns
- Physical layout issues such as cramped spaces for carts and equipment (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 25 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1With such a high staffing rating, how do you ensure the nursing team stays so connected and compassionate with each resident?
- 2We've heard wonderful things about the quality of hospice care provided here; how do you support families during that transition?
- 3Since the facility is a cozy size with 45 residents, how do you manage the common areas to ensure there is plenty of room for residents to move around comfortably?
- 4Could you tell us more about the daily activities and how you keep the residents engaged with the community?
- 5In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the protocol for getting immediate care for a resident?
- 6The facility looks very well-maintained; what are your current processes for ensuring the environment stays clean and comfortable for everyone?
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Key Review Excerpts
“We just want to say that Ray hemphill has been treated first class at Good Samaritan. Jeanette Sevart and Tammy is a very, very thoughtful and good nurse and so we really really appreciate the entire organization as being first class and very caring in the name of the good Lord.”
“My lovely wife was in hospice care at Good Sam for a few days before she passed. The care and compassion shown by the staff was outstanding. I cannot recommend this facility highly enough.”
“Good clean nursing home”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Total nursing hours are below minimum, though RN coverage is adequate. This may mean fewer aides for daily tasks like bathing and mobility.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 16 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 vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Residents on antipsychotic medication
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 persistent safety issues, with families filing complaints about accident hazards and environmental conditions. The main concerns involve fire safety systems, emergency preparedness, and electrical problems, which have recurred across all three surveys from 2021 to 2025. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the pattern of repeated fire safety and infrastructure violations suggests ongoing maintenance challenges that families should discuss during visits.
Apr 9, 2025Routine10
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Jun 28, 2023Routine17
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
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
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Jun 28, 2023Complaint2
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Dec 27, 2021Routine29
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Construction Deficiencies
Meet other general requirements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Construction Deficiencies
Use approved construction type or materials.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Good Samaritan Society - Parsons
nonprofit
Chain Affiliation
Good Samaritan Society
92 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.0/5 · Rank 3 of 88 (Best)
Ownership & Management
Owners
The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society
Owner · Organization
Sanford
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Key personnel
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