Long-Term Care for Seniors and Nursing Home in Bismarck, ND
Your choice for compassionate, personal care.
When chronic health issues, long-term illness or a prolonged recovery diminishes an individual’s functional capacity for daily living, care in a skilled nursing facility is often the best option. While some people still hold outdated notions of what a skilled nursing home is, the goals of a modern long-term skilled nursing facility are wellness, quality of life, and helping residents remain as independent as possible.
“Benedictine-Bismarck is a top-notch, well-run facility and we liked the idea that it was faith-based. It’s a very close knit community. It has a small-town feel and a real family atmosphere. We have peace of mind knowing the staff truly wants dad and everyone else to life their life to the best that they can be every day.”
– Father Mark Aune, Family Member of Current Skilled Nursing Resident
At Benedictine Living Community (formerly St. Gabriel’s Community), long-term care for seniors helps many people maintain a satisfying quality of life. Residents engage in social and recreational activities, pursue hobbies and interests, and receive personalized care and attention.
Some people even realize cognitive improvement thanks to the social stimulation, exercise, good nutrition and proper medication management our skilled nursing communities provide.
Benedictine’s skilled nursing home in Bismarck, ND, offers both long- and short-term senior health care options as well as palliative and hospice care. We also accept direct admission into our communities.
Skilled nursing services include:
- Nursing staff 24/7
- Diabetes management
- Hospice services
- IV therapy
- Medication administration
- Nursing rehabilitation
- Physical, speech and occupational therapies
- Pain management
- Post-surgical care
- Guest and caregiver education
- Skilled observation and assessment
- Skilled respiratory care
- Sterile dressing changes
- Tube feedings
- Wound care
Call (701)-751-4224, or use the form on this page to learn more about the available options for long-term care for seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is skilled nursing?
Skilled nursing provides professional, compassionate support and medical supervision delivered around-the-clock by licensed professionals, including RNs, LPNs, certified nurse aides and certified medication aides. Skilled nursing is appropriate for individuals recovering from illness, injury, surgery or stroke who need intensive therapy and nursing care to gain optimal health and well-being. Skilled nursing is also appropriate for individuals who need long-term care, such as those who have an ongoing health condition, permanent disability, chronic severe pain, or those who have become frail due to the natural effects of advanced age. For more information, read our blog post, Long-Term Care: A Closer Look.
Is skilled nursing the same as a nursing home?
The term “skilled nursing” has replaced “nursing home” to describe this level of care. And today’s skilled nursing communities are a significant improvement over what you may remember if you ever visited a grandparent in a nursing home. To learn more about common myths surrounding long-term senior care facilities, read our blog post, 10 Common Misconceptions About Nursing Homes.
When is skilled nursing appropriate?
Individuals may benefit from skilled nursing care for a variety of reasons and conditions. For more information, read our blog post, When is Long-Term Skilled Nursing Needed?
Can residents’ family members and friends visit?
Yes, family and friends are welcome to visit. When you tour the community, be sure to ask about visitation policies.
Can I use my long-term care insurance?
In general, long-term care insurance policies can be used to pay for skilled nursing services. Consult your specific policy and your insurance agent for more information about what your policy will cover.
Will Medicare pay for skilled nursing?
In general, long-term care insurance policies can be used to pay for skilled nursing services. Consult your specific policy and your insurance agent for more information about what your policy will cover.