Pine Hills Retirement Community
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Hot Springs, SD

Pine Hills Retirement Community

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Hot Springs, SD

Overview of Pine Hills Retirement Community

Pine Hills Retirement Community offers assisted living and independent living in Hot Springs, South Dakota. In assisted living, residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication while maintaining an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Having both care types in one community can suit someone who wants independent living now and may need assisted living as needs change without leaving Pine Hills. The community has 78 beds, and Vickie Nekuda serves as its administrator.

Rehabilitation services are available for residents working toward improved function. Restaurant-style dining, senior activities, and a senior living wellness program give residents options for meals, participation, and wellness support. Staff are present around the clock, so assistance is available at any hour.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 78 Rank #18 / 69Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 18th out of 69 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.

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 #11 / 64Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 11th out of 64 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.
1 year

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
IssuanceJanuary 7, 2025
CountyFall River
License Number53872

Ownership & Operating Entity

Pine Hills Retirement Community is administered by Vickie Nekuda.

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
State-Licensed Nutritionist Dietary Oversight
Medication ManagementSupport with organizing, administering, and monitoring medicines can help prevent missed or incorrect doses.

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Cognitive Support

Additional Services

4 services
Assessment and Response
Housekeeping
Laundry & Linen
TransportationListed as: Scheduled transportation via community van · Community van

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fireplace
Library
Game Room
Internet Access
Hot Tub
Pool Table
Walking Paths
Beauty Salon
Parking
Fitness Center
Ballroom
Dining Room Overlooking Golf Course
Resistance Swimming Pool
Sensory RoomA calming room with lights, sounds and textures, often used in memory care.
Activities
Holiday and Special Event Parties
Presentations and Shows
Exercise and Fitness Classes
Movie Screenings
Crafts and Hobbies
Workshops and Lectures
Trivia
Bingo
Billiards
Meditation
Chair Yoga
Outings
Card Playing
Hobby Clubs
Arts & Crafts
Highlights
  • Widescreen television in community activities area

Faith & Spiritual Life

Chapel

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Pine Hills Retirement Community.
  • Diabetic-friendly options.
  • Low-sodium / heart-healthy options.
  • Gluten-free options.

Room Accommodations

Suite Floor plans as listed by the community: Minnekahta · Keystone · Cottonwood · Lakota · Pinecone · Custer-HC · Deerfield Floor plans: Minnekahta, Keystone, Cottonwood, Lakota, Pinecone +2 more

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Places of interest near Pine Hills Retirement Community

Address 1.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Hot Springs's city center to Pine Hills Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around the area

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. 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.
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.
United Living Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Brookings (Brookings Township)
81
Facility 81
SD AVG 64
Rank #14 / 69
No
82
Facility 82
SD AVG 38
Rank #4 / 80
-
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #11 / 64
Liz Deberg
Pine Hills Retirement Community
AL
IL
Hot Springs
78
Facility 78
SD AVG 64
Rank #18 / 69
No--
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #11 / 64
Vickie Nekuda
Avera Maryhouse
AL
HOS
NH
Pierre
67
Facility 67
SD AVG 64
Rank #24 / 69
Yes
60
Facility 60
SD AVG 38
Rank #21 / 80
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #11 / 64
Talli Raske
Tieszen Memorial Home Inc
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Marion
64
Facility 64
SD AVG 64
Rank #26 / 69
No
23
Facility 23
SD AVG 38
Rank #51 / 80
-
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #11 / 64
Laura Wilson
Good Samaritan Society Canton
AL
HOS
NH
SNF
Canton
56
Facility 56
SD AVG 64
Rank #32 / 69
No
64
Facility 64
SD AVG 38
Rank #15 / 80
-
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #11 / 64
Scott Larson

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 Pine Hills Retirement Community

What is the license number of Pine Hills Retirement Community?

According to SD state health department records, Pine Hills Retirement Community's license number is 53872.

How long has Pine Hills Retirement Community been in business?

Pine Hills Retirement Community has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Pine Hills Retirement Community?

No, Pine Hills Retirement Community has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Pine Hills Retirement Community?

The team at Pine Hills Retirement Community can be reached at contact@pinehillsretirement.com.

Who is the administrator of Pine Hills Retirement Community?

Vickie Nekuda is the administrator of Pine Hills Retirement Community.

How many beds does Pine Hills Retirement Community have?

Pine Hills Retirement Community has 78 beds.

Are there photos of Pine Hills Retirement Community?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Pine Hills Retirement Community in the photo gallery on this page.

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