Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Sioux Falls, SD
Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Sioux Falls, SD
Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living is a newly established community in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, serving older adults seeking independent or assisted living arrangements. Located at 7400 S Louise Ave, the community provides both independent living options for active seniors who want a supportive residential setting and assisted living services for those who need help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication management. The home also offers respite care, making it an option for short-term stays.
The community is modest in size at 76 beds and features one and two-bedroom housing options, allowing residents to choose a living space that suits their preferences and needs. Ponderosa Lodge opened recently—within the last year—so the setting is new. Martina Castle serves as administrator. At just over $4,000 per month for starting rates, the community is positioned competitively for the market.
The location scores a 30 on the Walk Score, which means some errands and services are accessible on foot, though most outings will require transportation. The surrounding neighborhood is typical of suburban Sioux Falls—quiet and residential, with relatively easy access to the highway. Families should be aware that the community maintains a no-pet policy, so residents’ pets will need alternative arrangements.
For a newly opened home, an in-person tour is especially worthwhile to see how the community is being developed and to get a sense of the daily operations and the team leading the facility.
76-bed community Rank #42 / 117Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 42nd out of 117 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in South Dakota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
1 year in operation Rank #14 / 105Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 105 homes in South Dakota for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other South Dakota facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in South Dakota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 30 / 100 Rank #99 / 149Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 99th out of 149 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in South Dakota that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
IssuanceJanuary 7, 2025
CountyLincoln
License Number47881
Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living is administered by Martina Castle.
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living
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4.9 miles from city center
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living
Is Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living in a walkable area?
Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living has a walk score of 30. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living?
According to SD state health department records, Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living's license number is 47881.
How long has Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living been in business?
Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living?
No, Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living?
Martina Castle is the administrator of Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living.
How many beds does Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living have?
Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living has 76 beds.
Are there photos of Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.
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