Bethany Wins BIG: Chosen Best in NINE Categories!
What a year. What a community. What an unforgettable moment for Bethany Retirement Living.
We are absolutely thrilled—and honestly a little overwhelmed—in the best possible way, to share that Bethany has been voted THE BEST in NINE categories in The Forum’s Best of the Red River Valley Awards!
These awards are entirely nominated and voted on by the community… which means you chose Bethany. Our residents, families, staff, neighbors, and friends lifted us up in a way that leaves our hearts full and humbled.
Here’s where Bethany took home the top spot:
- Best Retirement Community
- Best Assisted Living Facility
- Best Large Employer (50+)
- Best Physical Rehabilitation Facility
- Best Customer Service – Health & Beauty
- Best Customer Service – Family & Community
- Best Customer Service – Business & Service
- Best Medical Facility
- Best Non-Profit Organization
NINE categories.
NINE reasons to celebrate.
NINE reminders of why we do what we do every single day.
A Message from Our CEO — and Truly From All of Us
“The results this year are unbelievable! We are grateful for the votes cast by our residents, their families, our employees and friends of our Bethany family. This overwhelmingly positive response attests to the appreciation people have for our employees and the care they provide those who live at Bethany. Our team works very hard every day to give our residents and family members a great experience; it’s gratifying to see that effort recognized.”
— Shawn Stuhaug, President & CEO
Why This Means So Much
Bethany has been part of the Fargo community since 1939 — rooted in compassion, guided by faith, and strengthened by generations of families who have trusted us with their loved ones.
Winning these awards isn’t just about being “the best.”
It’s about being your best choice.
Your trusted place for care.
Your community.
Your home.
A Win for Our Residents, Families, and Staff
Every smile, every shared moment, every act of kindness from our staff, this is what makes Bethany special. These awards reflect:
- The residents who bring joy and purpose to our campuses.
- Families who trust us during life’s most important transitions.
- Staff who show up every day with heart, dedication, and extraordinary compassion.
- A community that believes in the work we do.
This moment belongs to all of us.
Looking Ahead with Gratitude
As we celebrate 85+ years of service, and as we continue building the future of senior living care, we carry these awards as a reminder of our mission:
To provide living opportunities in a senior community shaped by Christian values.
Thank you for believing in Bethany.
Thank you for voting.
Thank you for being part of our family.
Here’s to another year of supporting one another, lifting each other up, and continuing to show what better truly looks like.
