Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City
Assisted Living · Rapid City, SD

Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City

Assisted Living · Rapid City, SD

Overview of Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City

Morningstar Assisted Living Community, situated in the heart of Rapid City, South Dakota, offers a welcoming and supportive environment for seniors requiring assistance with daily living tasks. Rather than a clinical facility, it provides a sense of home. The dedicated staff ensures personalized care while residents enjoy delicious meals.

Engaging activities foster a sense of family and belonging, making Morningstar Assisted Living a place where seniors thrive and find comfort in their golden years.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #4 / 63Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 4th out of 63 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.
29 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #72 / 80Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 72nd out of 80 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.
10 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Accredited
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About This Community

Additional Services

1 service
Daily Living Assistance

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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Reviews (1)

Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City Reviews

Lee
I have noticed that there are significant challenges in collaborating with a specific team member during the night shift. Concerns have been raised about her leadership style and communication, which have led to discomfort among the staff. Several colleagues have shared their reasons for wanting to switch shifts, emphasizing the negative impact this situation has had on their work environment.It is disheartening to feel unable to voice concerns and advocate for a respectful workplace. It is essential to foster an environment where all employees can express themselves without fear of reprisal, in line with fundamental human rights principles. Professionalism and respect must be upheld to ensure a positive and productive atmosphere for everyone involved.Additionally, there have been instances of discrimination based on religion, which is against healthcare policy. Unfortunately, it feels as though there is little opportunity to speak up at Morning Star. There was also dishonesty regarding the pay rate; I was offered $17 per hour, but my pay stub showed only $16. Furthermore, the manager has issued threats and has misled employees about qualifications, such as requiring a high school diploma, which is deceptive.I have found the manager to be unprofessional and rude, frequently changing her story and lying about various matters. After I quit, she spoke about me to her mother and fabricated information, something my neighbor confirmed. This behavior is harmful and shows a lack of integrity.I also believe there is a significant difference between discussing residents and addressing the behavior of the staff and management. Confidentiality regarding residents must be respected, while the actions of the staff cannot go unaddressed. In my view, the manager exhibits characteristics that are deeply concerning.

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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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.
The Village at Skyline Pines Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
MC
Rapid City
116
Facility 116
SD AVG 64
Rank #5 / 68
No
32
Facility 32
SD AVG 38
Rank #43 / 80
1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #11 / 63
-Kelli Back
Good Samaritan Society – St Martin Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
Rapid City
60
Facility 60
SD AVG 64
Rank #27 / 68
No
83
Facility 83
SD AVG 38
Rank #3 / 80
-
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #11 / 63
-Jana Mccroden
Westhills Village
AL
HC
IL
NH
PC
SNF
Rapid City
44
Facility 44
SD AVG 64
Rank #48 / 68
No
21
Facility 21
SD AVG 38
Rank #55 / 80
-
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #11 / 63
-Kelsey Bertsch
Arrowhead Lodge Senior Living
AL
IL
RC
Rapid City
48
Facility 48
SD AVG 64
Rank #42 / 68
No
12
Facility 12
SD AVG 38
Rank #67 / 80
1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #11 / 63
-Sheila Gehring
Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City
AL
Rapid City-No
10
Facility 10
SD AVG 38
Rank #72 / 80
-
29
Facility 29
SD AVG 5
Rank #4 / 63
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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

Programs that may help with care and living costs in South Dakota

Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City is in Rapid City, South Dakota. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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

South Dakota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
Countable income must be below the applicable Maximum Annual Pension Rate (MAPR); the rate depends on dependents and benefit category; Qualifying unreimbursed medical expenses may reduce countable income.
Asset limit
VA pension net-worth limit is $163,699 from December 1 2025 through November 30 2026; net worth includes countable assets and annual income under VA rules.

Eligibility

General
Additional pension benefits for qualifying Veterans or survivors who satisfy VA pension eligibility and the medical requirements for Aid and Attendance or Housebound status; being an older veteran or spouse alone does not qualify.
SD specifics
This is a federal VA benefit rather than a state-specific grant; Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefits cannot be received together.

What it provides

  • Increased monthly VA pension based on the applicable MAPR less countable income.
In-home & community support

South Dakota HOPE Waiver

South Dakota HOPE Waiver

Income limit
2026 · $2,982 per month for the individual under the 300% SSI standard.
Asset limit
$2,000 in countable resources for the applicant; married applicants are subject to spousal rules.

Eligibility

General
South Dakota resident age 65 or older or a younger adult with qualifying blindness or disability; Medicaid and nursing-facility level of care required.
SD specifics
The applicable older-adult HCBS program is the Home and Community-Based Options and Person-Centered Excellence (HOPE) Waiver.

What it provides

  • Assessed services may include personal care homemaker adult day services respite meals emergency response and home accessibility adaptations.
Caregiver support

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

South Dakota Family Caregiver Support Program

Who it is for
Family or informal caregivers of an adult 60+ or of someone of any age with dementia
Income limit
Federal program prioritizes greatest economic and social need.

Eligibility

General
Federal NFCSP supports adult informal caregivers of people age 60 or older or people of any age with Alzheimer disease or related disorders; it also includes specified relative caregivers age 55 or older of children or adults with disabilities.

What it provides

  • Information and assistance; counseling and support groups; caregiver training; respite and limited supplemental services.
In-home & community support

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

South Dakota OAA Services

Who it is for
Adults 60+ looking for meals, in-home help or other local aging services
Income limit
OAA nutrition services have no income means test; priority is directed to people with greatest economic or social need.
Asset limit
OAA nutrition eligibility is not asset-tested.

Eligibility

General
Older Americans Act supportive and nutrition services generally serve adults age 60 or older; individual services can have additional criteria and specified exceptions.
SD specifics
Services are subject to local availability and funding; the OAA does not guarantee an individual entitlement.

What it provides

  • Locally available nutrition and supportive services may include meals and in-home assistance.
Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Dakota Medicare Savings Program

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing
Asset limit
2026 · $9,950 individual and $14,910 couple in countable resources; exclusions apply.

Eligibility

General
South Dakota Medicare beneficiary who meets the applicable Medicare Savings Program eligibility requirements.
SD specifics
State lists QMB SLMB and QI-1.

What it provides

  • QMB pays Medicare Part A and B premiums deductibles and coinsurance; SLMB and QI-1 pay the Part B premium.
Energy assistance

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

South Dakota LIEAP

Who it is for
Income-eligible households responsible for home heating costs

Eligibility

General
South Dakota household responsible for home heating costs and meeting gross-income and other program requirements.
SD specifics
Eligibility and award depend on household size income heating type and cost and location; Emergency assistance requires an eligible heating crisis.

What it provides

  • Heating assistance paid to the energy supplier; separate emergency crisis and weatherization assistance may be available.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Is Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City in a walkable area?
Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City has a walk score of 10. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
02 How long has Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City been in business?
Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
03 Are pets allowed at Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City?
No, Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City has a no-pet policy.
04 Are there photos of Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City in the photo gallery on this page.
05 What levels of care does Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City provide?
Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City offers Assisted Living.
06 What is the address of Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City?
Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City is located at 4120 Winfield Ct, Rapid City, SD 57701.
07 What is the phone number of Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City?
(605) 348-2596 will put you in contact with the team at Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City.