Overall Review of Good Samaritan Society - Mountain Home
common6 reviews mention this
Clean, well-kept campus stands out
Many residents and visitors describe a spotless, well-kept community.
Residents and visitors repeatedly mention cleanliness and upkeep, including comments about rooms and common areas looking neat, fresh, and practically spotless. Several also describe a facility that feels maintained and organized, including when touring the campus. A few reviewers also connect cleanliness with a more welcoming first impression during visits.
common2 reviews mention this
Staff warmth is frequently mentioned
Staff interactions are often described as friendly and helpful.
A number of reviews emphasize that staff members are courteous, agreeable, and willing to answer questions. Several describe feeling welcomed by the staff during visits and in day-to-day interactions, including assistance with settling into apartment needs. While most feedback is positive, there are also separate complaints about professionalism and responsiveness in other reviews.
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Some reviews raise care concerns
Some residents and families report problems with nursing coordination and responsiveness.
Alongside praise for care, multiple reviews describe communication breakdowns or lapses in day-to-day support. Examples include complaints about medication being missed or handled inappropriately, confusion among nursing staff, and difficulty getting answers after leaving messages. Other reviews also describe staffing issues and dissatisfaction with overnight care, particularly when care needs became more complex.
common4 reviews mention this
Dining feedback runs both ways
Dining is a mixed point, with both positive and negative comments.
Several reviewers say the food is good or that they liked what they saw at meals, including comments that meals look appetizing and residents like the food. Others are far more negative, calling the menu terrible or describing food as despicable. Because both perspectives show up in the reviews, dining seems to depend on the personâs experience.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Cost is a recurring concern
Pricing is frequently described as high or out of reach.
Some families say the community is out of their price range or that it is expensive compared with what they expected. One review also cites a high daily cost in the context of care decisions. When cost comes up in the reviews, it is usually paired with disappointment about the overall experience.
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Activities and events keep residents busy
Residents and visitors mention regular activities and events.
Reviews describe community-sponsored activities and scheduled daily programming, including religious services and resident engagement. Several also talk about events they attended during visits, saying residents seemed to enjoy the gatherings. A few reviewers note that health and well-being events support physical activity and an active routine.
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Features
Housing
70 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Party space
Private bathrooms
Resident parking
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Swimming pool
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Activities off-site
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
Transportation
Mountain Home Taxi Service (1.1 miles)
Baxter County Regional Hospital Heliport (2.6 miles)
U-Haul (5.2 miles)
U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (14.5 miles)
U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (15.7 miles)
Places of Worship
First Free Will Baptist Church (1.3 miles)
Community or Christ (1.9 miles)
Brand New Church Mountain Home (2.2 miles)
Christian Science Reading Room (2.3 miles)
Word Of Life Church (2.4 miles)
First Assembly Of God Church (2.4 miles)
Basilica-The Assumption Trust (2.5 miles)
Hospitals
Baxter County Regional Hospital Inc. (1.7 miles)
Freeman Medical Center (2.8 miles)
Baxter Regional Medical Center (3 miles)
Brmc (3 miles)
Baxter Regional Wound Care Clinic (3.3 miles)
Cafes
Daylight Donuts (1.9 miles)
Cove Coffee (2.2 miles)
Brewed Awakening #3 (2.3 miles)
Shipley Donuts (2.5 miles)
Warrior Cafe (11 miles)
Restaurants
9th Street Grill (1.9 miles)
QT Cup Cakes And More (2.1 miles)
Raimondo Winery (2.2 miles)
Clayton's Downtown Grill (2.2 miles)
Rio Burrito (2.2 miles)
The Cracked Egg (2.4 miles)
Hardee's (2.4 miles)
Physicians
Baxter Regional Medical Cln (2.1 miles)
Mountain Home Medical Group Pa (2.1 miles)
Newman, MD Plastic Surgery (2.1 miles)
Lambert Shirley (2.1 miles)
Cardiovascular Associates (2.7 miles)
Baxter Regional Heart Clinic (2.7 miles)
Interventional Pain Management - Mountain Home (2.8 miles)
The 24-hour supervision offered at Good Samaritan Society - Mountain Home ensures that residents receive constant support and monitoring, which is particularly crucial for those with dementia or Alzheimer's disease who may experience confusion or disorientation. Assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing and dressing, helps promote personal hygiene and dignity while fostering a sense of routine. Support with transfers enables safe mobility, reducing the risk of falls and enhancing comfort for residents. Meal preparation and service ensure that nutritional needs are met in a timely manner, which is essential for overall health. Medication management assists residents in adhering to their prescribed regimens without added stress or confusion. The mental wellness program and physical therapy contribute to cognitive stimulation and physical wellbeing, encouraging engagement in meaningful activities that enhance quality of life while supporting mental acuity and emotional stability.
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70 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Guest parking
Housekeeping services
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Party space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Swimming pool
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Religious services
English
Diabetic care, on-site activities, and meals provided.
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