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A senior man exercises his leg while standing in a physical therapy pool at the Good Samaritan Society.

Therapy pool, wellness center help seniors stay active

Rehabilitation amenities bring residents back even after they finish treatment

Matt Holsen ⋅ 5 min read

A woman with a motorized walker starts her way down a hallway with a physical therapist holding her belt.

Patient learns to walk again with help of donated walker

Ariana Mount ⋅ 7 min read

Teen boy works out with two physical therapists in the gym at Sanford Sports.

After life-changing UTV crash, teen commits to recovery

Courtney Collen ⋅ 9 min read

Smiling Good Samaritan Society employee holds a cake with "Congratulations Cassie!" written in icing.

Former client and family call OT their guardian angel

Matt Holsen ⋅ 5 min read

A woman dressed in a pirate costume and surgical mask smiles at a senior Good Samaritan Society resident.

Nursing home activity director becomes characters on stage

Matt Holsen ⋅ 6 min read

Happy boy in bright red glasses that match his shirt looks up from a harness where he practices physical therapy with an assistant.

Patient with cerebral palsy grows up with Sanford Children’s

Bismarck boy works with physical therapists to use power chair, improve independence

Jason Anschutz ⋅ 6 min read

Young boy touches an image of a balloon on a big screen ActivPanel TV with his Sanford physical therapist at his side.

Close-to-home physical therapy helps Minnesota family

"I don't know where we'd be without physical therapy," says dad of 5-year-old

Simon Floss ⋅ 9 min read

A mature Sanford Health cardiac rehab patient works out on a stationary bike.

Friend’s heart attack warnings help woman survive own ordeal

Cardiac rehab patient now strengthening her heart at Sanford Bismarck

Jason Anschutz ⋅ 5 min read

Terri Barta meets with Sanford health neurologist, Dr. Tanya Harlow

Aphasia patient faces future with a smile

Sanford Health treats neurological syndrome which affects people’s ability to communicate

Jason Anschutz ⋅ 5 min read

A woman carries a tray of potatoes in an industrial kitchen at Good Samaritan Society - Specialty Care in Robbinsdale, Minnesota.

Specialty care workers live legacy of Good Samaritan Society

Minnesota location keeps evolving to care for next community needs

Matt Holsen ⋅ 6 min read

Treadmills and other physical therapy and rehab equipment stand ready in a bright new Sanford Health clinic.

New therapy storefront offers easier access, better care

More room means Worthington providers reach more patients who need them

Simon Floss ⋅ 4 min read

A Sanford Health doctor meets with two women, in an exam room: a patient and her health guide.

Health guides help patients navigate health care system

Sanford Health expands service to people at risk for health complications

Mick Garry ⋅ 10 min read

A student and Sanford Health mentor hold a giant check in front of a stage with three screens that say "AU Augustana University: Congratulations Balize!"

Speech pathology is a career for student who used to stutter

Balize Nilema, Sanford Equity in Education Scholarship recipient, wants to help kids feel confident

Mick Garry ⋅ 4 min read

Close-up of using foam roller and massaging his leg muscles during gym workout.

Speed up your recovery with blood flow restriction therapy

BFR and low-intensity exercise let you keep training safely during rehabilitation

Ellen Koester ⋅ 4 min read

Living room of a 1920s home with light hardwood floors, thick window frames, wall sconces and period furniture including a plush sofa, two wooden wheelchairs and a desk. Two posters display historical information about the home, the original site of the Good Samaritan Society in Arthur, North Dakota.

History House provides inspiration for future caregivers

Original home of Good Samaritan Society serves as museum at current North Dakota location

Matt Holsen ⋅ 7 min read

Speech pathology is a career for student who used to stutter

Mick Garry ⋅ 4 min read

Health guides help patients navigate health care system

Mick Garry ⋅ 10 min read

History House provides inspiration for future caregivers

Matt Holsen ⋅ 7 min read

Original North Dakota location provides pandemic relief

Matt Holsen ⋅ 4 min read

Patient with cerebral palsy grows up with Sanford Children’s

Jason Anschutz ⋅ 6 min read