Countryside Living
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Mitchell, SD

Countryside Living

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Mitchell, SD

Overview of Countryside Living

Countryside Living is a senior living community in Mitchell, South Dakota, offering independent living, assisted living, and rehabilitation services. This 50-bed community has been in operation for 25 years in the Mitchell area, bringing an established track record and deep local roots compared to similar yet newer senior care providers.

Confirmed services include licensed nurses and CNAs on staff, 24-hour staffing, housekeeping, dining services, scheduled transportation, on-site security, and assistance with daily tasks. All utilities are also included. Both assisted living and independent living are offered, supporting flexibility for residents whose care needs evolve.

With a Walk Score of 81, the community holds one of the highest walkability ratings of any assisted living option in South Dakota, suggesting that most daily errands are available on foot from the North Wisconsin Street address near Mitchell’s city center. This is a meaningful quality-of-life advantage for residents who maintain their mobility, and a practical convenience for visiting family members.

Countryside Living is a great option for older adults in Mitchell and Davison County who value a long-established, community-rooted senior living option with strong walkability, flexible care levels, and comprehensive daily support services. With over 25 years of operating history in Mitchel, the community ensures stability and familiarity with the needs of the local older adult population.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 50 Rank #39 / 72Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 39th 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

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

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 #12 / 66Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 12th out of 66 assisted living communities 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 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
1 year
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 benchmarkedThis 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
IssuanceJuly 1, 2025
CountyDavison
License Number49893

Ownership & Operating Entity

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

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

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Address 0.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Mitchell's city center to Countryside Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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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32
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1
Facility 1
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AL
IL
NH
SNF
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81
Facility 81
SD AVG 67
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Facility 31
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1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
SD AVG 5
Rank #5 / 66
-Paula Henrickson
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AL
HOS
NH
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Facility 67
SD AVG 67
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60
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1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
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Countryside Living
AL
IL
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50
Facility 50
SD AVG 67
Rank #39 / 72
Yes
81
Facility 81
SD AVG 39
Rank #7 / 83
-
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #12 / 66
-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 Countryside Living

Is Countryside Living in a walkable area?

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 Countryside Living?

According to SD state health department records, Countryside Living's license number is 49893.

How long has Countryside Living been in business?

Countryside Living has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Countryside Living?

Yes, Countryside Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Countryside Living?

Kathy Zoss is the administrator of Countryside Living.

How many beds does Countryside Living have?

Countryside Living has 50 beds.

Are there photos of Countryside Living?

Yes — there are 15 photos of Countryside Living in the photo gallery on this page.

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