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A rural-urban residency rotation model
Podcast: Doctor training gets redesigned for all of America, not just big cities
Secrets of memory loss, according to a brain specialist
Podcast: Understanding Alzheimer’s as a form of dementia and how to spot it early
The business of caring for America’s seniors
Podcast: Two senior care CEOs discuss how policy, tech and workforce can advance quality care
Hospital at Home moves care where patients heal best
Podcast: Hospital leaders advocate for expanding, supporting more home care
Tips for finding senior care, from a senior care nurse
Podcast: Nursing director shares lessons from moving her own grandparents into a nursing home
Functional fitness: What is it & why is it needed as we age?
Podcast: Experts work with your goals to help with movements, activities that directly translate into your everyday lifestyle
Mentor, trainee share lessons from admin training program
Podcast: Leadership development rotations include a day as a nursing home resident
What makes small-town nursing homes tick?
Podcast: Good Samaritan leaders depend on community support to engage residents, help staff
Coping with aging and the transitions that come with it
Podcast: Learn tips for dealing with loss, finding purpose, staying social and more
Meet 3 women who are leading senior care into the future
Podcast: ‘Women of Distinction’ recipients recall first jobs and rural care as a calling
Recent Stories
Society COVID-19 infection preventionist honored for efforts
Award is an unexpected but ‘needed boost,’ says Good Samaritan Society nurse
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Residents shelter while officials gauge hurricane damage
Good Samaritan Society continues senior care after Hurricane Ian rips through Florida
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Nursing home activity director becomes characters on stage
Costumed concerts are part of meeting sensory needs while marking seasons
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Getting care while staying independent in assisted living
Pipestone residents see upgrade in quality of life after moving into Good Samaritan Society
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Society nurse recognized nationally for her leadership
Alena Goergen, RN, has a long-term love for for long-term care
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100 acts of kindness celebrate 100 years of care
Good Samaritan Society in Iowa gives back with community service projects
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Nursing staff thanks LPN, a caregiver at home and work
‘Best of the best’ nurse at Good Samaritan Society in Iowa earns DAISY Award
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Serving in environmental services is ‘pure blessing’
Stuart Twite thanks Good Samaritan Society for both timely employment and care
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Mobile clinic helps long-term care and end-of-life patients
The post-acute and community services clinic meets patients where they are
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Silver national quality award goes to Good Samaritan Society
Minnesota location honored for improving quality results for staff and residents
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Trending
Long-time facilities manager retires, son steps in
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Good Samaritan committed to high-quality senior care
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Interactive projector creates magic in memory care
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Cancer
Children's Health
- See inside a waiting room designed to support and empower kids
- Vaccines for Children program offers free immunizations
- Curiosity sparks decades of guiding students through science
- Active 10-year-old makes his mark as hospital ambassador
- 32 new Sanford Black Hills clinicians to begin practicing
- More in Children's
Heart
Orthopedics
- Preparation key to preventing injury while shoveling snow
- What to know about total joint replacement surgery
- Air Force veteran finds joy serving Aberdeen athletes
- Dual injuries give football player a chance to get stronger
- Runner and football player gets back on track after injury
- More in Orthopedics
Research
- Aspire program gives students a closer look at Sanford jobs
- Sanford names transformation chief, health plan leader
- Early screenings make a difference to family facing diabetes
- Clinical trial gives cancer survivor a chance to help others
- Two international hospitals join genomic medicine group
- More in Research
Senior Services
- Nutrition manager calls new career a ‘dream come true’
- Rapid City home health nurse awarded for care, compassion
- Administrator sets standard with positive leadership
- Retired Minnesota nurse and her dog fetch volunteer award
- Nursing leader shines with cheer, fiery commitment to care
- More in Senior Services
Innovations
News
- Sanford Health adding new medical building in Sioux Falls
- Half of ticks tested in WI study carry Lyme disease bacteria
- Sanford Health, North Memorial Health plan to combine
- Top award for workplace mental health goes to Sanford Health
- 32 new Sanford Black Hills clinicians to begin practicing
- More in News
Sanford Health Foundation
- A Legacy That Inspires: 2026 Roger Maris All-Star Week Raises over $1 million for Cancer Care
- Cancer Survivors Reflect on the Power of Hope
- 2026 Pours for a Purpose Raises nearly $415,000 for Bemidji Emergency Department Remodel
- Lexi’s Story: Emergency Patient to Emergency Advocate
- 2026 Blueway Events Raise $380,980 for Cancer Care in Bismarck
- More in Sanford Health Foundation
Sanford fit
- How to Create an Active Daily Routine for Kids at Home During the Summer
- How to Co‑Create a Screen‑Free Routine with Your Teen
- Build Healthy Habits with Curiosity: Conversation Swaps That Boost Cooperation
- How to Keep Kids Eating Well When Routines Disappear
- Simple Ways to Keep Kids Happy and Energized on Vacation
- More in Sanford fit
