Bethany On University in Fargo, ND

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Bethany On University in Fargo, ND

Bethany On University is a nursing home community in Fargo, ND.

Information last verified:

201 South University Drive, Fargo, ND 58103

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.8 from 100 reviews
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Overall Review of Bethany On University

common 36 reviews mention this

Staff kindness and responsiveness

Residents and families consistently describe staff as kind, helpful, and responsive.

Many reviewers say the staff is friendly, caring, and willing to help with questions and day-to-day needs. Several mention quick responses after they call for assistance, including when they needed help during the night. A few also point to staff competence, professionalism, and attention to patient safety.

common 29 reviews mention this

Rehab therapy helps residents progress

Physical and occupational therapy are repeatedly described as effective for recovery.

Reviewers frequently credit therapy with helping them get stronger and work toward going home. Multiple comments single out the PT/OT team, describing sessions as beneficial and the therapists as skilled and encouraging. One family also describes communication and care during a transition from the hospital into rehab.

common 26 reviews mention this

Food quality stands out

Food is repeatedly described as good, plentiful, and served hot.

A large number of reviews say meals are enjoyable and that the food is consistently good. Some reviewers mention details like hot meals, fresh fruit, and satisfaction for pickier eaters. There is also a lone counterpoint that one person found the food “so so,” but most comments are positive.

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Clean, comfortable facility

Residents mention a clean, well-kept environment.

Several reviewers describe the facility as clean and tidy, including the rehab areas and rooms. A few also comment on room features and overall comfort, and one review mentions a large, open therapy space with windows. A separate negative review focuses on disagreements about rehab readiness rather than cleanliness.

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Call light support and safety checks

Residents describe fast help when they need attention, including at night.

Some reviewers say staff answers call lights right away and follows up when there are urgent needs. One reviewer describes night checks when a blood sugar issue came up. This lines up with the community’s included 24-hour call and supervision support and medication management services.

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Pets and planned activities help lift days

Planned activities and the resident dog are mentioned often.

Multiple reviews talk about scheduled activities like Bingo, movies, and group events, along with outdoor spaces for getting together. Several also mention the resident dog Walter (and Jamie’s role) as a bright spot that helps residents feel relaxed and engaged. A few reviews describe how these routines support morale during recovery and transitions into memory care.

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Nearby care and services are close

The surrounding area includes nearby medical and dining options.

Reviewers mention accessing services and appointments as part of overall care, and the location is near multiple healthcare providers and pharmacies. For everyday outings, nearby restaurants and cafes are also within a short drive.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 172 resident community capacity 172 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Hector International (3 miles away) Hector International (3 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • Neuropsychology Associates (0.2 miles)
  • Meritcare Neuroscience (0.5 miles)
  • Eye Consultants Fargo (0.7 miles)
  • Sanford Eye Clinic (0.7 miles)
  • Family Health Care (0.8 miles)
  • Sanford Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (1.3 miles)
  • Sanford South University Eye Center & Optical (1.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Taco John's (0.6 miles)
  • Würst Bier Hall (0.6 miles)
  • Pounds (0.6 miles)
  • Beer & Fish Company (0.7 miles)
  • The Fargo Brewing Company (0.7 miles)
  • Cowboy Jacks Fargo (0.8 miles)
  • Sidestreet Grille & Pub (0.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Medical Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • Sanford Pharmacy Broadway (1 miles)
  • Sanford Pharmacy Roger Maris (1.1 miles)
  • Thrifty Drug (1.1 miles)
  • Medicine Shoppe (1.2 miles)
  • Seip Drug (1.3 miles)
  • Moorhead Drug (1.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • River City Church (0.7 miles)
  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (1.6 miles)
  • St Joseph's Catholic Church (1.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Prairie St. John's (0.8 miles)
  • Sanford Medical Center Fargo (1.1 miles)
  • Wood County Hospital (1.1 miles)
  • Essentia Health (1.3 miles)
  • Kindred Hospital Fargo (1.4 miles)
  • University of Missouri System (2.2 miles)
  • VA Hospital (2.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Northstar Coffee (0.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (0.9 miles)
  • Moorhead Billiards (1.4 miles)
  • Pepper's Sports Cafe (2.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (3 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak (0.9 miles)

Parks

  • Roosevelt Park (1.3 miles)
  • Mickelson Field (1.4 miles)
  • Lindenwood Park (1.7 miles)
  • Woodlawn Park (2.4 miles)
  • Viewing Park - Fargo Hector International Airport (2.8 miles)
  • Centennial Athletic Complex & Dog Park (3.2 miles)

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