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Brother, sister find their calling in long-term care

Brother, sister find their calling in long-term care

After a start in nursing, both have grown into leaders while carrying on family legacy
Justin Wulf portrait Justin Wulf ⋅ 7 min read
GI doctor’s legacy galvanized by forward focus

GI doctor’s legacy galvanized by forward focus

Dr. Jeffrey Murray’s contributions include landmark fellowship, digestive health center
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Activities enrich life for senior care residents

Activities enrich life for senior care residents

As activities assistant, John Lawrence makes it his job to make residents’ lives better
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Activities assistant wows residents with music

Activities assistant wows residents with music

‘Jenna Jams’ is a weekly feature from someone who brings joy daily
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Nutrition manager calls new career a ‘dream come true’

Nutrition manager calls new career a ‘dream come true’

Steve Reves left tire manufacturing to work in Good Samaritan kitchen
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Rapid City home health nurse awarded for care, compassion

Rapid City home health nurse awarded for care, compassion

Clients praise ‘our gal Sal’ Kangas, Good Samaritan national nursing champion
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Administrator sets standard with positive leadership

Administrator sets standard with positive leadership

Ever Forward Champion Madison Kinkaid puts people first through care and continuing education
Justin Wulf portrait Justin Wulf ⋅ 10 min read
Retired Minnesota nurse and her dog fetch volunteer award

Retired Minnesota nurse and her dog fetch volunteer award

Good Samaritan names Janene Hodnefield and Beau as national volunteer champions
Matt Holsen headshot Matt Holsen ⋅ 9 min read
Nursing leader shines with cheer, fiery commitment to care

Nursing leader shines with cheer, fiery commitment to care

Kammy Ellwanger lifted spirits of Good Samaritan staff, residents through wake of blaze
Justin Wulf portrait Justin Wulf ⋅ 11 min read
Compassion at the cornerstone of Minnesota caregiver’s gifts

Compassion at the cornerstone of Minnesota caregiver’s gifts

Sabrina Ohl honored as Good Samaritan National Ever Forward Caregiver Champion
Justin Wulf portrait Justin Wulf ⋅ 9 min read