Two Midwest Nursing Homes Named Best in America

Finding the right nursing home for a loved one is one of life's toughest decisions, and two Midwest facilities just made that search a little easier.

Newsweek named Good Samaritan Ambassador in New Hope, Minnesota, and Good Samaritan Davenport in Iowa to its 2027 list of America's Best Nursing Homes. The recognition puts both facilities at the top of their categories nationwide.

The ranking wasn't handed out lightly. Newsweek evaluated facilities across four key areas: performance data, peer recommendations, accreditations, and family satisfaction. Both Good Samaritan locations already held national quality awards before this honor.

The New Hope facility earned a Silver Achievement in Quality Award, while the Davenport location holds a Bronze Achievement in Quality Award from the American Healthcare Association. These weren't participation trophies. Out of more than 15,000 Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing homes across America, only a select few made the cut.

Good Samaritan Ambassador competed in the 50 to 99 certified beds category. Good Samaritan Davenport stood out in the larger 100 to 149 beds category.

The Ripple Effect

This win matters beyond two buildings getting plaques. Nearly 1.5 million nursing home staff members work across America, often in demanding conditions with limited recognition. When facilities like these get honored for quality care, it validates the daily dedication of countless caregivers.

Aimee Middleton, Good Samaritan's chief operating officer, pointed to the teams behind the recognition. "This is a reflection of the high quality care and services our teams provide daily," she said. "I'm incredibly proud to serve alongside these incredible team members recognized for their dedication and hard work."

For the 1.2 million Americans currently living in nursing homes, stories like this offer hope. Quality care exists, standards are rising, and excellence gets noticed.

Families across Minnesota and Iowa now have a clear starting point when researching care options. That peace of mind during an already difficult transition is its own kind of victory.