Good Samaritan Center

Good Samaritan Center, situated at 10676 Marvin Jones Boulevard in Live Oak, Florida, is a nonprofit skilled nursing facility serving the seniors of Suwannee County and the surrounding North Florida region. As a nonprofit organization, Good Samaritan Center operates with a mission rooted in service rather than profit, channeling resources directly into resident care, staff quality, and a nurturing environment that feels less like a medical institution and more like a genuine home. Live Oak, the charming county seat of Suwannee County, is a community defined by its deep natural beauty and unhurried pace of life. The legendary Suwannee River, immortalized in American folk heritage, flows through the region and gives the area its distinctive character. Suwannee River State Park, just a short drive from the facility, offers stunning natural scenery along the river's bluffs and is a beloved destination for families who visit their loved ones and want to enjoy the outdoors together. The Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, a well-known regional venue, adds a sense of cultural vitality to the area. Downtown Live Oak features local restaurants, shops, and the historic Suwannee County Courthouse, giving the town a genuine small-city character that many seniors and families find deeply comforting after years of living in similar communities. Regional medical services are accessible through local healthcare providers, with UF Health Shands in Gainesville serving as the nearest major academic medical center for specialist care, approximately an hour's drive away. At Good Samaritan Center, skilled nursing staff provide around-the-clock care for residents managing chronic conditions, recovering from hospitalization, or requiring long-term nursing support. The nonprofit model means that community relationships and resident wellbeing are at the core of every decision, making this center a deeply trusted resource for Live Oak families for generations.