Our Skilled Care Nursing Unit provides 24‑hour nursing care, individualized treatment plans, and comprehensive rehabilitative therapies to support each resident’s health and independence. Every aspect of our care is grounded in our Catholic mission, honoring the dignity and sacredness of every life. With highly skilled clinical support in a compassionate, faith‑based environment, residents receive the comprehensive care they need within a community guided by respect, purpose, and service. Our goal is to help you live as well as you can with dignity, joy, and grace.
Faith-Centered Care Services
Skilled Care Nursing Unit
Our Individualized Nursing Care Services Include:
- Rehab Services
- IV Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Speech Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Dementia & Memory Care
- Restorative Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Feeding Tube
- Wound Care
- End of Life Care
St. Gerard's Nursing Staff are Certified to Train CNAs & Medication Aides
For more information on the CNA or Medication Aide program, please contact Brittany Fryer.
Brittany Fryer, RN
Director of Nurses
Skilled Care Nursing Unit Inquiries
For questions about our Skilled Care Nursing Unit or to learn more about any of the services we provide, please contact Brittany Fryer.
Brittany Fryer, RN
Director of Nurses
Independent Living Unit
Our Independent Living Unit provides a supportive, faith-guided environment where residents can maintain their independence while enjoying the benefits of reliable daily services. Residents enjoy private rooms or suites and experience a thoughtfully structured environment that prioritizes comfort, safety, and overall well-being. Our community is close‑knit, welcoming and compassionate, offering a sense of belonging rooted in shared values and genuine neighborly care. Guided by our Catholic mission and values, St. Gerard’s Community of Care honors each resident’s dignity, history, and spiritual life while providing a stable foundation for continued independence.
Single Rooms & Suites Independent Living Services Include:
- 3 Meals Per Day Served in Community Dining Room
- Weekly Housekeeping Services
- Laundry Services
- Convenient Reserved Parking
- Religious Services on Site
- Mail Delivered 6 Days Per Week
- Option to Rent Furniture
- Minimal Charge for Cable TV
- Option for Private Telephone
- Priority Status, if Seeking Nursing Home Placement at St. Gerard’s
Independent Living Services Inquiries
To learn more about our Independent Living Unit, the services we provide, or to discuss how we can support your needs, please contact Jill Foertsch.
Terry Bladow
Social Services/Recreation Director
Child Care & Kinder Kollege
St. Gerard’s Child Care and Kinder Kollege Preschool provide a safe, nurturing, and Christian‑centered environment where children can learn, grow, and build meaningful connections. As a licensed childcare and preschool program located within our facility, our setting offers a unique intergenerational atmosphere that enriches daily experiences for both children and residents.
Families can rely on consistent, compassionate care supported by highly experienced staff, structured learning opportunities, and a strong commitment to safety and well‑being. Our programs are designed to support each child’s development through engaging activities, structured learning, and attentive, nurturing care.
Child Care
St. Gerard’s Childcare was established in 1997 and has been a licensed facility since. Our Child Care program offers dependable, flexible care for children of all ages in a safe and supportive environment.
- Full‑time, part‑time, or drop‑in care available Monday – Friday
- Flexible scheduling
- Engaging daily activities including (but not limited to):
- Interaction with nursing home staff and residents
- Outdoor strolls in nature
- Playtime in a secure, fenced-in outdoor playground
Kinder Kollege
Kinder Kollege is our curriculum-based preschool program, established in 2011, and licensed through the state of North Dakota. Kinder Kollege provides a curriculum‑based preschool experience designed to prepare children for future learning through structured instruction and play.
- Classes held Mondays & Wednesdays through the months of August to May
- Monthly enrollment rates
- Structured learning paired with indoor and outdoor activities
- Access to a safe, fenced-in outdoor playground
Child Care & Kinder Kollege Inquiries
For any questions or to inquire about enrollment availability in our Child Care or Kinder Kollege programs, please contact Jenny Prochnow.
Jenny Prochnow
Director of the Child Care & Kinder Kollege
