Dolan Creek Senior Living
Dolan Creek Senior Living
Overview of Dolan Creek Senior Living
Dolan Creek Senior Living is an assisted living community in Sturgis, South Dakota, providing assistance with daily living activities. This 60-bed community is administered by Teresa Henderson, serving adults aged 55 and older. It is designed primarily for private-pay residents and focuses on creating a lifestyle-oriented environment, with restaurant-quality dining and social activities.
Three restaurant-style meals daily are provided, along with professional medication administration, housekeeping services, weekly laundry and linen service, and access to a full calendar of social and recreational activities. Accommodations include private and companion suites with individual climate controls, while common spaces are designed to encourage comfort and social interaction. A physician on staff and 24-hour nursing support also provide a stronger clinical presence than many assisted living communities of similar size. The community also maintains a 24-hour visiting policy, offering families unusually flexible access to loved ones.
Focusing on dining quality, active programming, and transparent communication, Dolan Creek Senior Living is particularly well-suited for private-pay older adults in Sturgis and throughout Meade County who value a hospitality-focused assisted living environment with extensive amenities, continuous clinical oversight, and flexible family visitation.
60-bed community Rank #54 / 117Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
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: 64 / 100 Rank #30 / 149Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 30th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
IssuanceJuly 1, 2025
CountyMeade
License Number80052
Dolan Creek Senior Living is administered by Teresa Henderson.
Does not accept Medicaid
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Visitor Policy24/7 visiting hours.
Minimum Age55
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Dining
Laundry
Housekeeping
Salon
Parking
Cable Tv
Internet Access
Wheelchair Accessible
Vibrant Social Programs
Private And Companion Suites
Individual Temperature Control
Inviting Common Area
Activities
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dolan Creek Senior Living
Is Dolan Creek Senior Living in a walkable area?
Dolan Creek Senior Living has a walk score of 64. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Dolan Creek Senior Living?
According to SD state health department records, Dolan Creek Senior Living's license number is 80052.
How long has Dolan Creek Senior Living been in business?
Dolan Creek Senior Living has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Dolan Creek Senior Living?
Yes, Dolan Creek Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Dolan Creek Senior Living?
Teresa Henderson is the administrator of Dolan Creek Senior Living.
How many beds does Dolan Creek Senior Living have?
Dolan Creek Senior Living has 60 beds.
Are there photos of Dolan Creek Senior Living?
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