Countryside Living
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Mitchell, SD
Countryside Living
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Mitchell, SD
Countryside Living is a retirement community that houses assisted living and independent living where its services and community features are designed with the thought of ensuring that residents maintain an active lifestyle with endless opportunities. The community’s goal is to ensure that their residents live every day as a way to live a purposeful living as individuals who are constantly growing and learning as they begin their new journey. Countryside Living is the ideal place for comfort, convenience, and choice– with the help of their professional care staff dedicated to attending to your needs.
The countryside lifestyle is inclusive of ADLs, scheduled activities, and medical supervision.
50-bed community Rank #68 / 116Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 116 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 cover every community we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. 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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
28 years in operation Rank #8 / 107Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 107 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 cover every community we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 36 / 100 Rank #83 / 148Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 83rd out of 148 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 cover every community we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. 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.
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
CountyDavison
License Number49893
Countryside Living is administered by Kathy Zoss.
Rehabilitation Services
Fitness Center
Wellness Center
Dining
Transportation
Library
Arts & Crafts
Game Room
Salon
Laundry
Pet Friendly
Common Areas For Socializing And Events
Guest Rooms
Beautifully Landscaped Grounds For Outdoor Enjoyment
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Places of interest near Countryside Living
1.4 miles from city center
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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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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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| United Living Community | AL IL MC NH SNF | Brookings (Brookings Township) | 81
Facility
81
SD AVG
69
Rank
#32 / 116 | No |
82
Facility
82
SD AVG
42
Rank
#10 / 148 | - | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
4
Rank
#14 / 107 | Liz Deberg |
| Avera Maryhouse | AL HOS NH | Pierre | 67
Facility
67
SD AVG
69
Rank
#49 / 116 | Yes |
60
Facility
60
SD AVG
42
Rank
#39 / 148 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
4
Rank
#14 / 107 | Talli Raske |
| Tieszen Memorial Home Inc | AL HOS MC NH SNF | Marion | 64
Facility
64
SD AVG
69
Rank
#53 / 116 | No |
23
Facility
23
SD AVG
42
Rank
#107 / 148 | - | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
4
Rank
#14 / 107 | Laura Wilson |
| Good Samaritan Society Canton | AL HOS NH SNF | Canton | 56
Facility
56
SD AVG
69
Rank
#61 / 116 | No |
64
Facility
64
SD AVG
42
Rank
#30 / 148 | - | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
4
Rank
#14 / 107 | Scott Larson |
| Countryside Living | AL IL | Mitchell | 50
Facility
50
SD AVG
69
Rank
#68 / 116 | Yes |
36
Facility
36
SD AVG
42
Rank
#83 / 148 | - | 28
Facility
28
SD AVG
4
Rank
#8 / 107 | Kathy Zoss |
Frequently Asked Questions about Countryside Living
Is Countryside Living in a walkable area?
Countryside Living has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
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 28 years, 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 4 photos of Countryside Living in the photo gallery on this page.
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