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Best Senior Communities in South Dakota

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026
We analyzed 7 homes in South Dakota

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and South Dakota Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Compare Senior Communities around South Dakota The information below is reported by the South Dakota Department of Health, Office of Health Care Facilities Licensure.

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Pine Hills Retirement Community
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Hot Springs
78No 0 -1-Nekuda, Vickie
Dow Rummel Village
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Sioux Falls
50No 54 --A+Hahn, Christopher
Prairie Heights Healthcare
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Aberdeen
99No 38 -1-Albrecht, Darcy
Trail Ridge Senior Living Community
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Sioux Falls (West Ralph Rogers Road)
72No 17 -31A+Vernon, Michelle
The Parkwood
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Sioux Falls
133Yes 10 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed1A-Kasselder, Nathan
Edgewood Pierre
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Pierre
86Yes 6 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed1-Johnson, Melissa
Countryside Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mitchell (Mitchell)
50No 36 -28-Zoss, Kathy
The Inn on Westport
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Sioux Falls
140No 63 -30A+Dykstra, Jill
The Village at Skyline Pines Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Rapid City
116No 32 1 Bed / 2 Bed1-Back, Kelli
Avantara Lake Norden
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Lake Norden (Park Street)
48No 6 -1-Grimm, Margaret
Bethesda Home of Aberdeen
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Aberdeen (Melrose Addition)
86No 12 -1-Eisenbeisz, Scott
Touchmark at All Saints
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Sioux Falls (All Saints)
153No 80 -32A+Snoozy, Amanda
The Village of Harmony Hill
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Watertown (Sheridan Township)
104Yes 0 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed1-Beauchamp, Krista
Avantara Norton
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Sioux Falls
100No 61 -1-Nickel, Ashley
Legends at Lake Lorraine
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Sioux Falls
185No 43 -1-Fokken, Kyrsten
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LifeScape

2501 W 26th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Lifescape is an independent, non-profit organization located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It provides a variety of services for children and adults with disabilities and medical rehabilitation needs. The organization aims to empower individuals to live their best life through comprehensive support and innovative solutions.
Overview of Lifescape
Lifescape is an independent, non-profit organization located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It provides a variety of services for children and adults with disabilities and medical rehabilitation needs. The organization aims to empower individuals to live their best life through comprehensive support and innovative solutions.

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Menno-olivet Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Menno, SD. It offers long-term care, assisted living, rehabilitation, and respite care services. The center is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care guided by its mission of sharing God's love through service to people.
Overview of Menno-olivet Care Center
Menno-olivet Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Menno, SD. It offers long-term care, assisted living, rehabilitation, and respite care services. The center is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care guided by its mission of sharing God's love through service to people.

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Trail Ridge Retirement Community is a senior living community located in Sioux Falls, SD. It offers a variety of living options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community is designed to provide a supportive environment with wellness programs and personalized care.
Overview of Trail Ridge Retirement Community
Trail Ridge Retirement Community is a senior living community located in Sioux Falls, SD. It offers a variety of living options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community is designed to provide a supportive environment with wellness programs and personalized care.

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Stoneybrook Suites Assisted Living is dedicated to fostering the well-being of each resident by nurturing the mind, body, and spirit. The facility aims to maintain each resident’s enjoyment of independence and dignity in a secure and supportive environment. It invites individuals to experience a community where joy is found in serving others.
Overview of Stoneybrook Suites Assisted Living
Stoneybrook Suites Assisted Living is dedicated to fostering the well-being of each resident by nurturing the mind, body, and spirit. The facility aims to maintain each resident’s enjoyment of independence and dignity in a secure and supportive environment. It invites individuals to experience a community where joy is found in serving others.

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Pine Hills Retirement Community is located in Hot Springs, SD. It offers independent living and assisted living options with a focus on wellness and community engagement. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with various activities and restaurant-style dining.
Overview of Pine Hills Retirement Community
Pine Hills Retirement Community is located in Hot Springs, SD. It offers independent living and assisted living options with a focus on wellness and community engagement. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with various activities and restaurant-style dining.

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Wellshire Park Place is an assisted living facility located in Milbank, South Dakota. It offers a vibrant community where residents can enjoy engaging activities, build friendships, and receive top-tier medical care. The facility emphasizes personal independence and provides various programs and services to enhance the quality of life for its residents.
Overview of Wellshire Park Place
Wellshire Park Place is an assisted living facility located in Milbank, South Dakota. It offers a vibrant community where residents can enjoy engaging activities, build friendships, and receive top-tier medical care. The facility emphasizes personal independence and provides various programs and services to enhance the quality of life for its residents.

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Dolan Creek Senior Living is an assisted living community located in Sturgis, South Dakota. It offers a warm, residential-style environment with personalized care and a variety of services. Residents enjoy restaurant-quality dining, social activities, and a supportive community atmosphere.
Overview of Dolan Creek Senior Living
Dolan Creek Senior Living is an assisted living community located in Sturgis, South Dakota. It offers a warm, residential-style environment with personalized care and a variety of services. Residents enjoy restaurant-quality dining, social activities, and a supportive community atmosphere.

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Good Samaritan Society - Echo Ridge is a senior living community located in Rapid City, South Dakota. It offers a range of services including assisted living and independent living, with various amenities to enhance residents' lifestyles. The community is dedicated to providing quality service and compassionate care.
Overview of Good Samaritan Society- Echo Ridge
Good Samaritan Society - Echo Ridge is a senior living community located in Rapid City, South Dakota. It offers a range of services including assisted living and independent living, with various amenities to enhance residents' lifestyles. The community is dedicated to providing quality service and compassionate care.

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Park Place Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Reno, Nevada. It offers personalized care and support for daily activities while promoting independence and comfort. Residents enjoy a variety of amenities and services designed to enhance their quality of life.
Overview of Park Place Assisted Living
Park Place Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Reno, Nevada. It offers personalized care and support for daily activities while promoting independence and comfort. Residents enjoy a variety of amenities and services designed to enhance their quality of life.

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Countryside Living is an independent and assisted living community in Mitchell, South Dakota. It offers services such as housekeeping, social activities, dining, transportation, and assistance with daily tasks. The facility has been serving the community for over 25 years.
Overview of Countryside Living
Countryside Living is an independent and assisted living community in Mitchell, South Dakota. It offers services such as housekeeping, social activities, dining, transportation, and assistance with daily tasks. The facility has been serving the community for over 25 years.

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Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:

  • Overall, staffing, and inspection ratings
  • Long-stay and short-stay quality measures
  • Nurse-to-resident and staff-to-resident ratios
  • Health deficiencies and regulatory history
  • Accreditations and positive local news reporting

These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.

Operational Stability & Resident Support

Another 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:

  • Nurse hours per patient per day
  • Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
  • Administrative stability and ownership quality
  • Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover
Balancing Additional Factors

The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:

  • Year built or renovated
  • Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
  • Revenue per bed
  • Administrator tenure

These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.