
Compare Assisted Living around Watertown
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.
| Edgewood Watertown | AL IL | Watertown | 66
Facility
66
SD AVG
69
Rank
#50 / 117 | No |
18
Facility
18
SD AVG
39
Rank
#116 / 158 | Private Rooms | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
4
Rank
#14 / 103 | Jackie Clark |
| Good Samaritan Sioux Valley Community | AL | Watertown | - | No |
65
Facility
65
SD AVG
39
Rank
#24 / 158 | Private Rooms | - | - |
| The Village of Harmony Hill | AL ADC IL MC | Watertown (Sheridan Township) | 104
Facility
104
SD AVG
69
Rank
#19 / 117 | Yes |
0
Facility
0
SD AVG
39
Rank
#148 / 158 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
4
Rank
#14 / 103 | Krista Beauchamp |
| The Village of Harmony Hill, Inc. | AL ADC IL MC | Se Watertown | 104
Facility
104
SD AVG
69
Rank
#19 / 117 | Yes |
85
Facility
85
SD AVG
39
Rank
#1 / 158 | - | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
4
Rank
#14 / 103 | Krista Beauchamp |
| StoneyBrook Suites of Watertown | AL | Watertown | - | No |
34
Facility
34
SD AVG
39
Rank
#84 / 158 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 26
Facility
26
SD AVG
4
Rank
#9 / 103 | - |
| StoneyBrook Suites Assisted Living | AL | Ne Watertown | 50
Facility
50
SD AVG
69
Rank
#68 / 117 | No |
85
Facility
85
SD AVG
39
Rank
#1 / 158 | - | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
4
Rank
#14 / 103 | Casey Adolphsen |
| Benet Place Senior Apartments | AL ADC IL MC | Watertown (Sheridan Township) | 38
Facility
38
SD AVG
69
Rank
#98 / 117 | Yes |
0
Facility
0
SD AVG
39
Rank
#148 / 158 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - |
Located on 14th Avenue Northeast in Watertown, South Dakota, Edgewood Watertown is a community offering assisted living and independent living in Codington County. The community is about 1.25 miles from Prairie Lakes Hospital, giving residents and families convenient access to nearby medical care.
The community opened about a year ago. It features a two-story building with 66 beds and private rooms. Residents are moving into a newer community rather than one with many years of established operations. Edgewood Watertown is part of the Edgewood Senior Living family of communities, led by administrator Jackie Clark.
Daily support includes housekeeping, transportation, interior and exterior maintenance, and assistance with activities of daily living. Residents also have access to specialized programs that focus on movement and neurological health, including LSVT Big and Loud, the Parkinson’s Care Program, Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery, Rocky Steady Boxing, and the CaringEdge therapy program. Together, these services highlight the community’s focus on supporting residents living with Parkinson’s disease and similar conditions. Transportation services, fitness programs, and recreational activities are also available here.
The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 18, making it a car-dependent location where most errands and outings require a vehicle. Families traveling from outside the area should drive when they visit.
Part of the Good Samaritan Society network, Good Samaritan Sioux Valley Community is a senior living community in Watertown, South Dakota, about a mile from the city center. The community offers both independent living and assisted living.
The single-story community features private rooms, giving residents their own living space while keeping everything conveniently on one level. Home-cooked meals, housekeeping, and maintenance-free living are all offered here. Residents can spend less time on household tasks and more time enjoying the community.
Residents gather in the community room, dining room, and chapel for social events, wellness programs, religious services, and fitness and recreation activities. There’s an emergency response system that provides an added level of safety, while transportation services make it easier to get to appointments and local errands without driving.
The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 65, so some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot while other destinations are easier to reach by car. This setting works well for residents who enjoy walking and for families looking for nearby places to visit.
Families interested in Good Samaritan Sioux Valley Community should ask directly about the level of personal and medical care available. Publicly available sources describe the community differently in this area.
The Village of Harmony Hill offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services that lead to a vibrant residential lifestyle focused on receiving world-class hospitality. The retirement home promotes a youthful and energetic atmosphere that promotes a lifestyle that strives for holistic wellness. At the senior living home, seniors can continue enjoying and fulfilling their interests and needs.
The Village aims to build a habit of working towards the wellness of its residents in a positive and friendly spirit. The upscale home’s accommodations offer opportunities and inspiration that promote a continuum of growth found in scenic outdoor spaces, an ecumenical chapel, and an exquisite dining area. These include weekly housekeeping and laundry, outings and activities, delicious and nutritious meals daily, and specialized programs performed by in-house caregivers.
The Village of Harmony Hill, Inc. is a senior living community in Watertown, South Dakota, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Administered by Krista Beauchamp, this 104-bed community is notably pet-friendly, an uncommon feature among assisted living communities in South Dakota.
Along with a full continuum of care, ranging from independent living, assisted living, to memory care, dining, housekeeping, transportation, laundry services, lifestyle, and wellness programs are provided. A full events calendar, an ecumenical chapel, and outdoor spaces are also available. Specialized offerings include Adult Day Services, veteran resources, and an on-site culinary arts program, which is a distinctive addition that provides cultural and social enrichment beyond standard senior living programming. Religious services are also provided on-site.
With a Walk Score of 85, the location has one of the highest walkability ratings of any South Dakota assisted living community, with most daily errands accessible on foot. This is a meaningful quality-of-life advantage for residents who remain mobile and value a close connection to the broader town.
Combining independent living, assisted living, and memory care, The Village of Harmony Hill is well-suited for older adults and families seeking a pet-friendly, full-continuum living community with broad programming, walkable surroundings, and veteran-specific resources in Watertown and Codington County.
A proud member of the StoneyBrook Suites, the Watertown community heeds luxury assisted living for seniors in a nurturing environment. Residents can expect elegance and high-end surroundings at the cozy senior living home. The spirited retirement community provides exceptional service through its professional and compassionate staff. StoneyBrook Suites Suits is a community that proudly raises senior members to thrive in the community.
The lifestyle offers essential amenities and services available to residents, such as housekeeping and transportation services, dining areas and lounge areas, and a courtyard– to name a few of what they offer.
StoneyBrook Suites Assisted Living is an assisted living community in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, offering personal care services for older adults. The 54-bed community is a recently remodeled residential setting near the eastern edge of the Sioux Falls metro area. As a community with approximately one year of licensed operation, it features updated surroundings and a contemporary approach to assisted living in South Dakota’s largest city.
The community has undergone significant remodeling, featuring amenities such as a state-of-the-art theater, an in-house coffee shop, and updated suites with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plan options. Meanwhile, the care model encompasses nursing and wellness services, restorative therapy, and dietary support, with personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
Featuring updated, thoughtfully designed living spaces, StoneyBrook Suites Assisted Living is well-suited for older adults in the Sioux Falls area who value a modern approach to assisted living, particularly those who prefer a smaller community setting with individualized care attention. The restorative therapy also makes it a good option for older adults recovering from illness, but who do not require skilled nursing care yet.
Overlooking the spectacular views of Watertown, SD, Benet Place Senior Apartments is a serene senior living community, offering a peaceful and nurturing environment for independent living. Here, residents are guaranteed a care-free, zero-maintenance living with lawn care, gardening, maintenance, and snow removal handled by the community’s attentive maintenance team. The community features 38 beautifully designed apartments that offer residents utmost comfort and a peaceful space for relaxation or inviting friends and family over.
The community also makes room for vibrant and engaging activities, including daily exercise classes, social activities, arts & crafts classes and more. Hearty meals and nourishing snacks are also offered to make sure residents are always full and happy. Convenient services, such as housekeeping, lawn care, and snow removal are also available to make residents’ living experience more comfortable and carefree.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Watertown, SD
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in South Dakota?
Assisted living in South Dakota supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in South Dakota?
Assisted living in South Dakota is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does South Dakota Medicaid cover assisted living?
South Dakota Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including South Dakota) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 7 assisted living facilities in Watertown, SD. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Watertown, SD?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Watertown, SD, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Watertown, SD?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
















