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Memorial Gift to Good Samaritan Society – Ottumwa Celebrates Extraordinary Care

Memorial Gift to Good Samaritan Society – Ottumwa Celebrates Extraordinary Care

To express his gratitude for the care he received during his rehabilitation and to celebrate the life and legacy of his beloved wife, who passed away in 2023, Jerry Kjer made a $50,000 gift to the Good Samaritan Foundation to benefit residents and families who need care close to home in Ottumwa.
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Family celebrates Society staff as Guardian Angels

Family celebrates Society staff as Guardian Angels

Bob Rehagen's family was moved by the care and compassion their Guardian Angels have shown Bob and the family, especially through a COVID-19 diagnosis and other trials.
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Family honors brother’s memory at Society

Family honors brother’s memory at Society

Gerald "Gary” Ethington's memory will live on through a generous donation from his siblings Pat Jones, Charlotte Jewell and Riley Ethington at Good Samaritan Society – Hastings Village’s Perkins Pavilion.
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Society employees give back

Society employees give back

Not only do employees give their time and talents to support our mission, they also give generously through the Good Samaritan Foundation.
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Guardian Angels answer prayers

Guardian Angels answer prayers

Six staff members at Good Samaritan Society - Heritage Grove in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, were recently recognized as Guardian Angels by those they serve through gifts to the Good Samaritan Foundation.
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Van Wyhe leaves enduring legacy

Van Wyhe leaves enduring legacy

After 20 years of service, Tom Van Wyhe has helped change countless lives through his philanthropy and volunteerism.
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A daughter’s grateful heart

A daughter’s grateful heart

In the final weeks of her mother’s life, Cathy Dumler will never forget the love and compassion her family found at their local Good Samaritan in Fort Collins, Colo. Her gratitude inspired a beautiful gift. 
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Loving care at every stage

Loving care at every stage

From the first moment in her Good Samaritan Society community, Betty knew she was right where she needed to be.
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Guardian Angels found all around

Guardian Angels found all around

Our Guardian Angels can be found in so many places. Residents at the Good Samaritan Society in Las Cruces, New Mexico and Eugene, Oregon recently found their Guardian Angels in the people who keep their locations looking beautiful.
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Local 7-Eleven delivers smiles

Local 7-Eleven delivers smiles

Residents and staff at the Good Samaritan Society - Kissimmee Village received Valentine's Day love from a local 7-Eleven.
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The healing power of music

The healing power of music

A cherished melody can lift the spirit, heal body and mind, and so much more. In Denton, Texas, a music therapy program supported through philanthropy is touching lives in powerful ways. 
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A reason to ‘smile’ while you holiday shop this year

A reason to ‘smile’ while you holiday shop this year

The holidays are going to look different this year. If you are shopping online, there is something you need to know.
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The vital role of your gifts in caring for seniors

The vital role of your gifts in caring for seniors

One phone call with a thankful daughter leads to a potentially life saving gift for a Society location in Arizona.
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‘If this makes them happy, I am happy.’

‘If this makes them happy, I am happy.’

Frank Percy's daily walk led to an amazing gift for one Good Samaritan location. You can join him in supporting senior well-being. 
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2023 Impact Report

Thanks to a growing community of donors, philanthropy is at work every day for residents, families and staff at the Good Samaritan Society. See where the dollars we raised made a positive impact in 2023.

Foundation team

Our team works across the country, inviting generosity to fuel the margin of excellence at Society locations.

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Board of Directors

These volunteers dedicate their time, talent and expertise to guide our Foundation’s work. We are grateful for their service.

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