Good Samaritan Society Canton
1022 North Dakota Avenue · Canton, SD · 57013 · 6059872696
56 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Good Samaritan Society
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.34 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.73 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.75 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 53% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $19,615 |
Inspection citations (8 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2025
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.
Corrected June 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 16, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G January 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · K December 21, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 21, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 21, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected January 16, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 21, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 16, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 1, 2022
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected January 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 1, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 12, 2023 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 22, 2025 | Fine | $7,008 |
| December 21, 2023 | Fine | $12,607 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 435101 · certified since April 1, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.