Mckenzie County Healthcare Systems Long Term Care, also known as The Good Shepherd Home, is a faith-based organization that has been serving the residents of McKenzie County and the surrounding area since the early 1960s. Located in Watford City, ND, The Good Shepherd Home offers skilled nursing care in a state-of-the-art, home-like setting. The facility is attached to McKenzie Health Hospital, Rural Health Clinic, and Specialty Clinics, providing residents with access to a wide range of medical services and specialists on-site.
At The Good Shepherd Home, the needs and dignity of residents are put first, with a person-centered care approach to healthcare. The fully qualified staff is dedicated to providing compassionate and loving care to each resident. Services offered include nursing care, social services, physical therapy, laundry, housekeeping, beautician services, and activity programs. The level of care for each resident is determined by the Department of Human Services in Bismarck, ND, based on information provided by the Minimum Data Set Team at the nursing home.
Visitors are welcome at The Good Shepherd Home, with no scheduled visitation hours and the option for extended visits at the resident's discretion. The facility provides three full and balanced meals per day, as well as snacks available 24/7 to accommodate specialized diets. Transportation is available for local and out-of-town appointments, with a range of services and activities offered to residents on a monthly calendar.
Chapel services, spiritual counseling, and Bible Study are available for residents seeking spiritual support. The facility offers a comfortable and home-like environment for long-term care residents, with a focus on meeting individual needs and promoting a sense of community within the facility. Families can rest assured that their loved ones are well cared for at Mckenzie County Healthcare Systems Long Term Care, where residents are treated like family.