Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Mitchell, SD

Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Mitchell, SD

Overview of Mitchell Retirement DBA Countryside Living

Administered by Kathy Zoss, Mitchell Retirement DBA Countryside Living offers assisted living and independent living in Mitchell, South Dakota. Along with assistance with daily tasks, the community also provides housekeeping, laundry, and linen services for residents’ convenience. Licensed nurses and CNAs, supported by 24-hour staffing, are also available to ensure residents have access to services whenever needed.

The community has 60 beds, and pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving into the community. Residents can also use an on-site salon and barber, landscaped outdoor grounds, and rehabilitation services. Exercise classes led by certified physical therapists offer structured movement, while yoga and guided physical activities provide additional ways to stay active. Moreover, games, creative pursuits, social events, entertainment, and religious services create specific options for recreation and worship.

Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 81 places the area in the very walkable category. This suggests that most errands can be completed on foot, which may allow a resident who no longer drives to reach nearby shops or services independently. Transportation is also available for trips that are not made on foot.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 60 Rank #30 / 72Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 30th out of 72 assisted living communities we track in South Dakota for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other South Dakota facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #7 / 83Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 7th out of 83 assisted living communities we track in South Dakota for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across South Dakota facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Living Centers
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 1, 2026
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
CountyDavison
License Number41893

Ownership & Operating Entity

Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living is administered by Kathy Zoss.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Religious ServicesYes
Visitor PolicyVisitors are welcome to stay overnight with administration approval.
Overnight GuestsGuest room available for rent.
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
ActivitiesA variety of engaging activities are offered, including games, fitness classes, social events, creative pursuits, and entertainment
Wellness Programexercise classes led by certified physical therapists, yoga, guided physical activities
Religious Services

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living.
Food DescriptionCountryside Living provides on-site dining with nutritious meals approved by a licensed nutritionist. Independent living residents receive two meals per day, while assisted living residents are provided with three meals daily.
Meal ScheduleIndependent Living: Two meals per day; Assisted Living: Three meals per day.
Meal Plan Options2 meals for IL, 3 meals for AL

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Info below is compiled from the SD Dept. of Health (DOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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30
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32
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1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #12 / 66
-Kelli Back
Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community
AL
IL
NH
SNF
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81
Facility 81
SD AVG 67
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Yes
31
Facility 31
SD AVG 39
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1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
SD AVG 5
Rank #5 / 66
-Paula Henrickson
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HOS
NH
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67
Facility 67
SD AVG 67
Rank #27 / 72
Yes
60
Facility 60
SD AVG 39
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Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
1
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SD AVG 5
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-Talli Raske
Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living
AL
IL
Wisconsin Mitchell
60
Facility 60
SD AVG 67
Rank #30 / 72
Yes
81
Facility 81
SD AVG 39
Rank #7 / 83
---Kathy Zoss

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other SD assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Frequently Asked Questions about Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living

Is Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living in a walkable area?

Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living has a walk score of 81. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living?

According to SD state health department records, Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living's license number is 41893.

When does Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living's license expire?

According to SD state health department records, Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living's license expires on December 31, 2026.

Are pets allowed at Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living?

Yes, Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living?

The team at Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living can be reached at kathy.zoss@countryside-living.com.

Who is the administrator of Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living?

Kathy Zoss is the administrator of Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living.

How many beds does Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living have?

Mitchell Retirement dba Countryside Living has 60 beds.

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