South Dakota average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

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Tuff Memorial Home, located in Hills, Minnesota, just outside of Sioux Falls, is an exceptional senior living community that goes above and beyond to provide unparalleled care to its residents. This haven of support and compassion not only offers comprehensive senior living services but also stands as a memory care center. Their specialized care is designed to cater to the specific needs of residents dealing with memory loss, providing them with a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive.
With a focus on creating a familiar and comforting atmosphere, Tuff Memorial Home is thoughtfully designed to support residents’ cognitive functioning. Every aspect, from the layout of the center to the engaging activities offered, is carefully curated to stimulate memory, foster meaningful connections, and preserve a sense of identity and purpose. By incorporating tailored therapies, engaging social interactions, and memory-enhancing programs, Tuff Memorial Home ensures that residents receive the highest quality of care. Families can find peace of mind knowing that their loved ones are in a secure and nurturing environment where their memory care needs are met with compassion and expertise.
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
31% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
36% of new residents, often for short stays.
33% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
South Dakota average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
South Dakota average 14.8
South Dakota average 3.34
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
12 of 13 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 13 resulted from complaint investigations.
South Dakota average: 0.3
South Dakota average: 1.8
Tuff Memorial Home is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
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Reporting period: April 1 – June 30, 2025 (Q2 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Total hours from contractors
1,047 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 39 | 1 | 40 | 9,929 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 1 | 8 | 2,170 | 90 | 99% | 9.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,008 | 73 | 80% | 10.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 988 | 84 | 92% | 6.9 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 752 | 73 | 80% | 6.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 476 | 57 | 63% | 8.3 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 398 | 52 | 57% | 7.7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 318 | 25 | 27% | 12.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 222 | 26 | 29% | 8.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 135 | 60 | 66% | 2.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 93 | 35 | 38% | 2.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 37 | 27 | 30% | 1.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 32 | 8 | 9% | 4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 23 | 16 | 18% | 1.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 19 | 24 | 26% | 0.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 3 | 3% | 3.3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 21 | 23% | 0.2 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
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)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
13 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Last updated: Jan 2026
The information below is reported by the South Dakota Department of Health, Office of Health Care Facilities Licensure.
| Tuff Memorial Home |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Sioux Falls | 48 | 78.0% | -2% | 4.78 | -22% | 0% | $44.4k | 13 | 3.3 | - | 37 | 8 | Alex Dysthe | $4.3M | $2.9M | 67% | 245548 | ||||
| Bethany Home Sioux Falls/Bethany Home-Brandon |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Sioux Falls | 112 | 78.5% | -2% | 5.47 | -17% | +26% | $0 | 13 | 3.3 | 1 | 42 | 65 | Augustana Lutheran Church | $7.1M | $4.9M | 69.2% | 435096 | ||||
| Avantara Norton |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Sioux Falls | 110 | 91.5% | +14% | 3.53 | +34% | -19% | $225.2k | 75 | 4.2 | 18 | 95 | 61 | Jeremy Klinkhammer | $16.6M | $7.4M | 44.4% | 435039 |
Historical financial and operational data for Tuff Memorial Home based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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Tuff Memorial Home has a walk score of 8. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Tuff Memorial Home's occupancy is 78.0%.
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(701) 780-6000 will put you in contact with the team at Tuff Memorial Home.
Yes — Tuff Memorial Home is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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