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Spearfish Canyon Healthcare
Nursing Home, Hospice Care & Skilled Nursing · Spearfish, SD
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Exterior view of Spearfish Canyon Healthcare facility Cozy common area with seating and artwork Single private room with a bed and brown furniture Healthcare staff member walking through a facility corridor

Spearfish Canyon Healthcare

Nursing Home, Hospice Care & Skilled Nursing · Spearfish, SD
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
1020 N 10Th St, Spearfish, SD 57783 View map
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Spearfish Canyon Healthcare accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Spearfish Canyon Healthcare accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Spearfish Canyon Healthcare

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Spearfish Canyon Healthcare, located in beautiful Spearfish, South Dakota, offers a range of skilled care services for seniors. With skilled nursing, long term & short term care, and a variety of therapies including physical, occupational, and speech, this community ensures comprehensive care. Seniors can enjoy the serene surroundings and the sense of community as they work on regaining their independence and well-being.

Fostering compassionate, individualized care to each resident, Spearfish Canyon Healthcare offers various amenities and programs designed for residents wellness and healing, such as pain management, wound care, and social services. With specialized therapies for post-surgical recovery, stroke recovery, and cardiac care, residents receive the support they need. Additional services like dental care, dialysis, and hospice care further enhance the quality of life, making Spearfish Canyon Healthcare a place where seniors can thrive.

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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▼ 26.4% Below SD avg. ▼ 26.4% Below SD avg.SD average: 2.7Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▼ 26.1% Below SD avg. ▼ 26.1% Below SD avg.SD average: 2.7Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▼ 9.5% Below SD avg. ▼ 9.5% Below SD avg.SD average: 3.3Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 46.7% Above SD avg. ▲ 46.7% Above SD avg.SD average: 2.7Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day vs South Dakota averages

Rank #37 / 65Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 37th out of 65 nursing homes we track in South Dakota for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the South Dakota average, with a ranking across 65 South Dakota facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This nursing home is ranked 37th out of 65 nursing homes we track in South Dakota for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.

3h 34m

18% below state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
28m
−51% State avg: 56m per day · National avg: 42m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
35m
+8% State avg: 32m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
2h 31m
−14% State avg: 2h 56m per day · National avg: 2h 24m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
3h 6m
−17% State avg: 3h 43m per day · National avg: 3h 31m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
6m
+78% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
17m
−47% State avg: 32m per day · National avg: 29m per day

4 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric: Physical Therapist is +78% above South Dakota average

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 105 Rank #10 / 70Bed count — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 10th out of 70 nursing homes 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 nursing home we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #3 / 64Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 3rd out of 64 nursing homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
1 year
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #29 / 73Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 29th out of 73 nursing homes 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 nursing home we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
50 / 100
Residents per day (avg) Info The average number of residents living at this facility on a given day. CMS calculates this figure from the facility's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and uses this value for other measures like Hours Per Resident Per Day (HPRD) and 5-Star Staffing rating.
76
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
164 days

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
IssuanceJanuary 7, 2025
CountyLawrence
License Number10686

Ownership & Operating Entity

Spearfish Canyon Healthcare is administered by Charlotte Pentheny.

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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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

74% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 22 days

Private pay

21% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Medicaid

5% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 6 - 7 years

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

For-profit
Operated by a limited liability company.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$9.5M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$281.2K
For-profit Operated by a limited liability company.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$9.5M Rank #11 / 58Net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 11th out of 58 nursing homes we track in South Dakota. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the South Dakota average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$281.2K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$452.9K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #12 / 58Payroll costs — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 12th out of 58 nursing homes we track in South Dakota. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the South Dakota average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$5.3M 55.4% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #30 / 58Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 30th out of 58 nursing homes we track in South Dakota. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the South Dakota average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$4.0M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$9.2M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by Charlotte Pentheny.

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 435043

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (74% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 22 days.

Admissions
148 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 74%
Private pay 21%
Medicaid 5%
Discharges
160 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 60%
Private pay 24%
Medicaid 16%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

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Address 0.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Spearfish's city center to Spearfish Canyon Healthcare's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.5 miles to nearest hospital (Monument Health Spearfish Hospital)

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & 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.

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The South Dakota average is: 58.6% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Westhills Village ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
HC
IL
PC
SNF
Rapid City
44
Facility 44
SD AVG 71
Rank #55 / 70
93.4%
Facility 93.4%
SD AVG 84%
Rank #9 / 33
+11%
4.26
Facility 4.26
SD AVG 4.34
Rank #17 / 65
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +31%-2%
$8.8k
Facility $8.8k
SD AVG $38.5k
Rank #21 / 67
11
Facility 11
SD AVG 14.8
Rank #17 / 65
3.7
Facility 3.7
SD AVG 3.3
Rank #36 / 65
141-
21
Facility 21
SD AVG 43
Rank #56 / 73
Bradley Archer
$6.7MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $6.7MFiscal year ending 09/2023
SD AVG $7.1M
Rank #27 / 58
$8.6MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $8.6MFiscal year ending 09/2023
SD AVG $4.2M
Rank #5 / 58
128.7%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 128.7%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
SD AVG 58.6%
Rank #1 / 58
435033
Avantara North ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
MC
SNF
Rapid City
68
Facility 68
SD AVG 71
Rank #28 / 70
96.6%
Facility 96.6%
SD AVG 84%
Rank #1 / 33
+15%
2.99
Facility 2.99
SD AVG 4.34
Rank #58 / 65
 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ +43%-31%
$24.1k
Facility $24.1k
SD AVG $38.5k
Rank #43 / 67
17
Facility 17
SD AVG 14.8
Rank #25 / 65
3.4
Facility 3.4
SD AVG 3.3
Rank #31 / 65
266-
39
Facility 39
SD AVG 43
Rank #38 / 73
-
$7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SD AVG $7.1M
Rank #21 / 58
$3.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SD AVG $4.2M
Rank #24 / 58
53.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 53.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
SD AVG 58.6%
Rank #40 / 58
435064
Fountain Springs Healthcare Center ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Rapid City
10
Facility 10
SD AVG 71
Rank #70 / 70
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3.46
Facility 3.46
SD AVG 4.34
Rank #41 / 65
 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -2%-20%
$22.5k
Facility $22.5k
SD AVG $38.5k
Rank #40 / 67
18
Facility 18
SD AVG 14.8
Rank #31 / 65
2.3
Facility 2.3
SD AVG 3.3
Rank #13 / 65
282-
16
Facility 16
SD AVG 43
Rank #61 / 73
-$10.4M*Fiscal year ending 08/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$4.2M*Fiscal year ending 08/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.40.8%*Fiscal year ending 08/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.435110
Avantara Mountain View ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
SNF
Rapid City
95
Facility 95
SD AVG 71
Rank #15 / 70
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3.53
Facility 3.53
SD AVG 4.34
Rank #41 / 65
 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -15%-19%
$9.3k
Facility $9.3k
SD AVG $38.5k
Rank #24 / 67
21
Facility 21
SD AVG 14.8
Rank #37 / 65
4.2
Facility 4.2
SD AVG 3.3
Rank #45 / 65
289-
83
Facility 83
SD AVG 43
Rank #6 / 73
-
$9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SD AVG $7.1M
Rank #10 / 58
$5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SD AVG $4.2M
Rank #14 / 58
54.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
SD AVG 58.6%
Rank #35 / 58
435040

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Spearfish Canyon Healthcare is located in Spearfish, South Dakota.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in South Dakota.

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Home and Community Based Services Waiver

SD Medicaid HCBS Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General South Dakota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
SD

Sparse population aids rural access; limited providers.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

South Dakota Elderly Services Program

SD ESP

Age 60+
General South Dakota resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
SD

Limited funding; rural focus.

Benefits
In-home care (2-4 hours/week) Respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Dakota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General SD resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
SD

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

South Dakota LIEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General SD resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
SD

Covers gas, electric, propane; weatherization add-on available.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

South Dakota Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; SD resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
SD

Rural emphasis; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

South Dakota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General SD resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
SD

Supports rural veterans; high demand near Sioux Falls VA.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Property Tax Reduction Program

South Dakota Property Tax Reduction from Municipal Taxes

Age 65+ (or disabled) by Jan 1
General SD resident entire prior year, homeowner/renter.
Income Limits (2025) ~$20,192/year (single), ~$24,679/year (multiple-member household).
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
SD

Refunds up to $575; ~10,000 seniors benefit annually.

Benefits
Tax refund (~$250-$575/year based on income)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

South Dakota SFMNP

Age 60+
General SD resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
SD

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 annually via 6 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Freeze on Assessments for Dwellings of Disabled and Senior Citizens

South Dakota Property Tax Freeze

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General SD resident 200+ days prior year, homeowner.
Income Limits (2025) ~$35,000/year (single), ~$45,000/year (multiple-member household).
Asset Limits Property value < $250,000 (single), $300,000 (multiple).
SD

Saves ~$300-$600/year avg.; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Assessment freeze (~$300-$600/year savings)

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

South Dakota OAA Services

Age 60+
General SD resident (or spouse of any age); no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged for some services.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
SD

6 AAAs; rural focus due to sparse population.

Benefits
Meals (home-delivered or congregate, ~$5-$7/meal value) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Frequently Asked Questions about Spearfish Canyon Healthcare

Is Spearfish Canyon Healthcare in a walkable area?

Spearfish Canyon Healthcare has a walk score of 50. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Spearfish Canyon Healthcare?

According to SD state health department records, Spearfish Canyon Healthcare's license number is 10686.

What is the occupancy rate at Spearfish Canyon Healthcare?

Spearfish Canyon Healthcare's occupancy is 68.6%.

How long has Spearfish Canyon Healthcare been in business?

Spearfish Canyon Healthcare has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Spearfish Canyon Healthcare?

No, Spearfish Canyon Healthcare has a no-pet policy.

Does Spearfish Canyon Healthcare operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Spearfish Canyon Healthcare is registered as a for-profit in SD.

Who is the administrator of Spearfish Canyon Healthcare?

Charlotte Pentheny is the administrator of Spearfish Canyon Healthcare.

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