LifeScape

LifeScape

Overview of LifeScape

LifeScape provides assisted living in Sioux Falls, SD, for residents who need help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while keeping their own apartment. The community has 96 beds, and Kimberly Marso serves as administrator.

Rehabilitation services and a pool are available on site, so residents can receive therapy and use a recreational water amenity without leaving the community. LifeScape also provides transportation, is wheelchair accessible, and has a doctor on staff. A Walk Score of 65 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain errands independently. LifeScape may be a good fit for a resident who needs daily living assistance and may also use rehabilitation services, particularly when wheelchair accessibility or transportation is relevant.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 96 Rank #13 / 72Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 13th 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.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #13 / 83Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 13th 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 TypeICF/IID
StatusActive
CountyMinnehaha
License Number63652

Ownership & Operating Entity

LifeScape is administered by Kimberly Marso.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsChildren’s Specialty Hospital, Medically Complex Program, Inpatient Rehabilitation Program, LifeScape Schools, Specialty School, Pathways to Life, Children’s Residential Services, School-Based Contract, Adult Services, Residential Services, Community Life / Day Services, Conflict-Free Case Management, Supported Employment, Center for the Arts, Family Support 360, LifeScape+, Transportation Services, Outpatient Services
Volunteer Program

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Address 1.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Sioux Falls's city center to LifeScape's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Sioux Falls

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.
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.
The Inn on Westport
AL
IL
MC
RC
Sioux Falls
140
Facility 140
SD AVG 67
Rank #5 / 72
No
63
Facility 63
SD AVG 39
Rank #20 / 83
-
30
Facility 30
SD AVG 5
Rank #3 / 66
A+Jill Dykstra
Bethany Home Sioux Falls/Bethany Home-Brandon
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Sioux Falls
112
Facility 112
SD AVG 67
Rank #9 / 72
No
65
Facility 65
SD AVG 39
Rank #13 / 83
-
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #12 / 66
-Amanda Peterson
LifeScape
AL
Sioux Falls
96
Facility 96
SD AVG 67
Rank #13 / 72
No
65
Facility 65
SD AVG 39
Rank #13 / 83
---Kimberly Marso
Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living
AL
IL
RC
Sioux Falls
76
Facility 76
SD AVG 67
Rank #23 / 72
No
30
Facility 30
SD AVG 39
Rank #48 / 83
1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #12 / 66
-Martina Castle
Edgewood Prairie Crossings Assisted Living
AL
Sioux Falls
68
Facility 68
SD AVG 67
Rank #26 / 72
No
31
Facility 31
SD AVG 39
Rank #46 / 83
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #12 / 66
-Carmen Dougherty

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

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in South Dakota

LifeScape is located in Sioux Falls, 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 LifeScape

Is LifeScape in a walkable area?

LifeScape has a walk score of 65. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of LifeScape?

According to SD state health department records, LifeScape's license number is 63652.

Are pets allowed at LifeScape?

No, LifeScape has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for LifeScape?

The team at LifeScape can be reached at hr@lifescapesd.org.

Who is the administrator of LifeScape?

Kimberly Marso is the administrator of LifeScape.

How many beds does LifeScape have?

LifeScape has 96 beds.

Are there photos of LifeScape?

Yes — there are 7 photos of LifeScape in the photo gallery on this page.

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