Good Samaritan Society - Waukon

The Good Samaritan Society is one of the largest faith-based, nonprofit senior care providers in the United States, now operating under Sanford Health. Their approach is rooted in Christian values of compassion, dignity, and servant leadership. At Good Samaritan Society – Waukon, this means residents are cared for not just clinically but holistically—with attention to spiritual, emotional, and social wellbeing alongside skilled nursing services.

Veterans Memorial Hospital is located right in Waukon and serves as the primary medical facility for Allamakee County. As a critical access hospital, it provides emergency services, inpatient care, and a range of outpatient services. Its proximity to Good Samaritan Society – Waukon allows for close care coordination, physician relationships, and quick access to higher-level medical support when needed.

Waukon is a welcoming small city and the county seat of Allamakee County in northeast Iowa's scenic bluff country. Families visiting loved ones enjoy the area's natural beauty, including proximity to Yellow River State Forest, the Upper Iowa River, and the historic Effigy Mounds National Monument near McGregor. The downtown area has local shops and restaurants, and the community's small-town warmth creates a personal, supportive atmosphere that is ideal for senior care.

Yes. Good Samaritan Society – Waukon offers skilled nursing care for both short-term post-acute rehabilitation and long-term residential care. Short-term residents work with therapy teams to regain strength and function after a hospitalization, while long-term residents receive ongoing skilled nursing support in an environment that emphasizes comfort, community, and quality of life.

You can reach the Good Samaritan Society – Waukon care team by calling (563) 568-3447. The admissions team can discuss current availability, answer questions about the care programs offered, explain the admissions process, and arrange a personal tour of the community. Many admissions are coordinated through Veterans Memorial Hospital's discharge planning team for a seamless transition.