Best Assisted Living in Watertown, SD

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 9 assisted living communities in Watertown, SD using SD Dept. of Health (DOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in SD
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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. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
Edgewood Watertown
AL
IL
Watertown
66
Facility 66
SD AVG 67
Rank #28 / 72
No
18
Facility 18
SD AVG 39
Rank #62 / 83
Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #12 / 66
Jackie Clark
Meadow Lake Assisted Living
AL
IL
Watertown
16
Facility 16
SD AVG 67
Rank #71 / 72
No-1 Bed
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #12 / 66
Chasity Chandler
StoneyBrook Suites Assisted Living
AL
Ne Watertown
50
Facility 50
SD AVG 67
Rank #39 / 72
No
85
Facility 85
SD AVG 39
Rank #1 / 83
-
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #12 / 66
Casey Adolphsen
The Village of Harmony Hill
AL
ADC
IL
MC
Watertown (Sheridan Township)
104
Facility 104
SD AVG 67
Rank #11 / 72
Yes-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #12 / 66
Krista Beauchamp
StoneyBrook Suites of Watertown
AL
Watertown
-No
34
Facility 34
SD AVG 39
Rank #43 / 83
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
SD AVG 5
Rank #8 / 66
-
Country View Assisted Living Center
AL
Florence
-No
9
Facility 9
SD AVG 39
Rank #77 / 83
-
26
Facility 26
SD AVG 5
Rank #8 / 66
-
Good Samaritan Sioux Valley Community
AL
Watertown
-No
65
Facility 65
SD AVG 39
Rank #13 / 83
Private Rooms--
Benet Place Senior Apartments
AL
ADC
IL
MC
Watertown (Sheridan Township)
38
Facility 38
SD AVG 67
Rank #57 / 72
Yes-1 Bed / 2 Bed--
The Village of Harmony Hill, Inc.
AL
ADC
IL
MC
Se Watertown
104
Facility 104
SD AVG 67
Rank #11 / 72
Yes
85
Facility 85
SD AVG 39
Rank #1 / 83
-
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 5
Rank #12 / 66
Krista Beauchamp

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 9 analyzed for Watertown. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Edgewood Watertown

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.

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Overview of StoneyBrook Suites Assisted Living

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.

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Overview of The Village of Harmony Hill

The Village of Harmony Hill offers assisted living, adult day care, independent living, and memory care in Watertown, SD. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment, and memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Independent living supports private living with community services and no daily care, while adult day care provides a daytime care option.

Several care levels are available in one community. If a resident’s needs grow, they may be able to move to a different level without leaving The Village of Harmony Hill. The community has 104 beds, and Krista Beauchamp serves as the administrator.

Residents can spend time outdoors in courtyards, on patios, along paved trails, or enjoying the views. Meals are prepared by chefs and cooked on site, providing dining within the community. An ecumenical chapel and religious services support residents who want worship to remain part of their routine, while Veteran Resources and Culinary Arts are among the specific programs available.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet. The community has a Walk Score of 85, and the area is very walkable, meaning most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently.

With multiple care levels and memory care, The Village of Harmony Hill may be a good fit for a resident whose support needs may change over time, including someone who needs a secured, supervised setting.

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Overview of The Village of Harmony Hill

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.

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Overview of Meadow Lake Assisted Living

Offering both independent living and assisted living in Watertown, South Dakota, Meadow Lake Assisted Living is a small 16-bed senior living community. The single-story residence provides one-bedroom housing. It has been operating for about a year. Chasity Chandler serves as the community’s administrator.

Transportation services for residents include rides to and from medical appointments. Housekeeping and laundry support help with daily tasks, while fitness and recreation programs give residents ways to stay active. Care plans are shaped around each person’s needs, and help is available for daily living activities.

The community is in a car-dependent area of Watertown, so most errands and outings require a vehicle. For families comparing independent living and assisted living, Meadow Lake offers both care levels in one setting. Residents can easily adjust with support without moving to a different community.

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Overview of StoneyBrook Suites of Watertown

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.

Contact StoneyBrook Suites of Watertown

Overview of Country View Assisted Living Center

Owned by Vicky Maag, Country View Assisted Living Center sits in Florence, South Dakota, just a few minutes from Watertown. The community offers both memory care and assisted living. Families can start with one level of support and stay if care needs change over time.

The home has been part of the Florence community for 26 years. The long reflect real staying power in a small town. It’s close to the center of Florence, about 0. Prairie Lakes Hospital is roughly 14 miles down the road if a resident ever needs hospital-level care.

Because the surrounding area is rural, getting around by foot is limited. Country View has a walk score of 9, meaning most errands and outings call for a car rather than a walk. Visiting families should plan, particularly if they will run other errands nearby.

Families considering Country View should call ahead for details on room types, daily activities, and dining. A phone conversation can fill in the specifics that aren’t listed here.

Contact Country View Assisted Living Center

Overview of Good Samaritan Sioux Valley Community

Good Samaritan Sioux Valley Community is an assisted living community in Watertown, SD. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while private rooms may suit someone who wants their own space while receiving that support.

A Walk Score of 65 places the area in the somewhat walkable category, meaning some errands can be done on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, that may allow some errands to be handled independently.

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Overview of Benet Place Senior Apartments

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.

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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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Assisted Living in Watertown at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 49/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Watertown, SD. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 63The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Watertown, SD. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 9 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.