Good Samaritan Society Betty Dare, located in Alamogordo, New Mexico, is a senior care facility offering a blend of nursing home and assisted living services. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid, this facility has been a participant in Medicare since January 31, 1992, and supports a current resident population of 47 individuals. As part of The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society, a major not-for-profit provider, their mission is to deliver comprehensive and compassionate care tailored to the needs of each resident. The facility provides long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and hospice services, ensuring round-the-clock medical support and assistance with daily living activities.
The Betty Dare facility offers a wide array of medical support and care services designed to meet the diverse needs of its residents. Notably, services include stroke care, cardiac care, and pulmonary care, alongside specialized therapies such as occupational, physical, and speech therapies. Comprehensive wound care and orthopedic rehabilitation are available, and the staff focuses on pain management and general physical strengthening to improve residents' quality of life. Residents benefit from certified resident assessment coordinators who ensure that care plans are personalized and effectively implemented.
To support daily living, Betty Dare offers amenities such as laundry and dry cleaning services, a barber/beauty salon, and access to a visiting chaplain for non-denominational devotions. Resident and family counseling services are also available to facilitate emotional and psychological well-being. For social engagement, the facility organizes clubs and community activities, encouraging participation and interaction among residents. The inclusion of a resident/family council allows for community feedback and involvement in care planning.
While some resident and family reviews highlight effective rehabilitation and compassionate staff, who are appreciated for their personable and attentive care, others have raised concerns about understaffing, neglect, and cleanliness issues. Reports point to occasional delays in transportation and inconsistent meal quality. In some instances, lapses in medication administration and medical testing have been noted. Despite these challenges, many residents express gratitude for staff members who make efforts to form close bonds and provide personalized care. To mitigate these concerns, the facility emphasizes the importance of maintaining a continuum of care and regular assessments to ensure clinical outcomes meet satisfactory standards.
Costs at this community start at $3,995 and range up to $6,500. The average price in the community is $5,248, which is less than the average price in the area of $6,188. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
