Total health inspections
6
South Dakota average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
United Living Community
Nursing Home
United Living Community
Nursing Home
United Living Community is a senior living facility in Brookings, SD. It offers a continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and hydro therapy. The community focuses on providing high-quality support and living services to meet the needs of residents.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
81
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
34.1%
Residents per day (avg)
63
Occupancy rate
34.1%
Residents per day (avg)
63
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
80% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 months
Private pay
2% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
18% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 - 3 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$7.8M
Operating deficit
-$643.3K
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$7,830,587.00
Operating deficit
$-643,273.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.3M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$8.5M
81-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
Nursing Home
License Date
July 1, 2025
License Expiration
June 30, 2026
Additional licensing details
License number:
10601
CMS Certification Number:
435079
County:
Brookings
Ownership & operating entity
United Living Community is administrated by DeBerg, Liz.
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab
All Levels of Care
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Care, Living, Park Place Apartments, Park Place Assisted Living, United Living Community
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Homecooked food provided.
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The information below is reported by the South Dakota Department of Health, Office of Health Care Facilities Licensure.
Alcester Care and Rehab Center
+30%
-14%
+19%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SD 57001
39
No
-
STROSCHEIN PROPERTIES III LLC
94.9%
$2,913,737.00
$1,508,672.00
51.8%
37.10
3.7156
2
11
1
+30%-14%+19%
Avantara Clark City
-22%
-27%
-1%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Clark
38
No
31
SCHLOMER, TIFFANY
79.4%
$5,951,228.00
$1,518,009.00
25.5%
30.60
3.1510
1
5
1
-22%-27%-1%
Aurora Brule Nursing Home Inc.
+29%
-20%
-23%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SD 57383
44
No
-
AURORA-BRULE NURSING HOME
61.7%
$2,847,378.00
$1,491,258.00
52.4%
39.60
3.4495
2
16
1
+29%-20%-23%
United Living Community
-21%
+36%
-57%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SD 57006
81
No
-
UNITED RETIREMENT CENTER
34.1%
$7,422,157.00
$3,265,185.00
44%
63.00
5.9117
1
16
2
-21%+36%-57%
Avantara Arrowhead
+52%
-36%
-6%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SD 57702
74
No
12
PRESTON, PHILIP
75.2%
$10,728,053.00
$2,930,677.00
27.3%
60.50
2.7955
5
34
9
+52%-36%-6%
Alcester Care and Rehab Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
SD 57001
Bed Count:
39
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
STROSCHEIN PROPERTIES III LLC
CCN:
435062
Occupancy:
94.9%
Home Revenue:
$2,913,737.00
Payroll Costs:
$1,508,672.00
Payroll %:
51.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
37.10
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.7156
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
11
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+30%
+30%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-14%
-14%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+19%
+19%
Avantara Clark City
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Clark
Bed Count:
38
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
SCHLOMER, TIFFANY
CCN:
435058
Occupancy:
79.4%
Home Revenue:
$5,951,228.00
Payroll Costs:
$1,518,009.00
Payroll %:
25.5%
Avg Residents/Day:
30.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.1510
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
5
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-22%
-22%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-27%
-27%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-1%
-1%
Aurora Brule Nursing Home Inc.
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
SD 57383
Bed Count:
44
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
AURORA-BRULE NURSING HOME
CCN:
435132
Occupancy:
61.7%
Home Revenue:
$2,847,378.00
Payroll Costs:
$1,491,258.00
Payroll %:
52.4%
Avg Residents/Day:
39.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.4495
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
16
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+29%
+29%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-20%
-20%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-23%
-23%
United Living Community
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
SD 57006
Bed Count:
81
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
UNITED RETIREMENT CENTER
CCN:
435079
Occupancy:
34.1%
Home Revenue:
$7,422,157.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,265,185.00
Payroll %:
44%
Avg Residents/Day:
63.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
5.9117
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
16
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
-21%
-21%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+36%
+36%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-57%
-57%
Avantara Arrowhead
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
SD 57702
Bed Count:
74
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
PRESTON, PHILIP
CCN:
435051
Occupancy:
75.2%
Home Revenue:
$10,728,053.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,930,677.00
Payroll %:
27.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
60.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.7955
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
5
Citations:
34
Severe Citations:
9
RN share vs State Avg:
+52%
+52%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-36%
-36%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-6%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
128
Total Staff
121
Employees
7
Contractors
30,724
Total Hours (Quarter)
42
Avg Staff/Day
8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 10.9 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 7 | 10 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 69 | 7.7 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
114 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
4 staff
4.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
3 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
2.6%
of total hours from contractors
788 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Administrator: 1
Other Physician: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 69 | 0 | 69 | 14,989 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 27 | 0 | 27 | 7,367 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,474 | 91 | 100% | 10 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 1,929 | 90 | 99% | 10.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,413 | 66 | 73% | 8.6 |
| Dietitian | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,244 | 86 | 95% | 8.1 |
| Administrator | 0 | 1 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 104 | 13 | 14% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 66 | 9 | 10% | 7.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 61 | 20 | 22% | 3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 34 | 3 | 3% | 11.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3% | 1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2% | 0.8 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
16
Citations per inspection
2.67
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
9 of 16 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 7 of 16 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
2
2
11% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 1.8
0 critical citations
2 serious citations
14 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Aug 14, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care serious citation
Jul 10, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Jul 10, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Jul 10, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
67
Total Residents
Medicare
3
(4.5%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
35
(52.2%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
29
(43.3%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
CCRC
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
15.4
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
15.4
28% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 12.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
29.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
29.6
23% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 23.9
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
31.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
31.3%
40% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 22.3%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
27.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
27.1%
19% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 22.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
30.3%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
30.3%
13% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 26.7%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
8.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
8.3%
65% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 5.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.5%
In line with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 4.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.7%
6% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 3.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.8%
6% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 5.5%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 4.1%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
34.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
34.4%
41% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 24.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
92.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
92.5%
In line with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 95.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.5%
In line with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 96.9%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
81.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
81.4%
In line with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 84.4%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 1.8%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
31.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
31.8%
59% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 78.2%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$13K
68% lower than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: $40K
Number of fines
1
51% fewer fines than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 2.0
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
In line with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 0.0
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$13K
South Dakota average
$40K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
May 23, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
May 23, 2024
$13K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for United Living Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
34.1%
↓ 3.6pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$643,273
↑ ~$260K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5,002,084
↓ ~$46K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-8.7%
↑ 4.6pp vs 2022
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