Page 13 of Best Senior Communities in South Dakota

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 151 senior communities in SD using SD Dept. of Health (DOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities 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. 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. SC (Senior Communities):
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.
Comfort Keepers Home Care – Sioux Falls
SC
HC
MC
RC
Sioux Falls
-No 73 -
SYNERGY HomeCare – Sioux Falls
SC
HC
MC
RC
Sioux Falls
-No 77 -
Highmore Health
SC
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Se Highmore (Highmore Township)
39No 29 -
Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Center
SC
NH
SNF
Sioux Falls
-No 73 -
Vista Care
SC
ADC
AL
HC
RESC
Pierre
-Yes 63 -
Benet Place Senior Apartments
SC
ADC
AL
IL
MC
Watertown (Sheridan Township)
38Yes-1 Bed / 2 Bed
Davis Court
SC
IL
Aberdeen
-No 41 Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Holiday Hills Estates | Sky Active Living
SC
IL
Rapid City
-Yes 3 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Golden Ridge Senior Living
SC
AL
Lead
-No 47 -
Crescent Villa Apartments
SC
IL
Sioux Falls
-No 47 -
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Overview of Comfort Keepers Home Care – Sioux Falls

Comfort Keepers Home Care – Sioux Falls runs a mobile elder care agency that sends help right to the doors of seniors throughout the Sioux Falls area. Instead of moving into an institution, clients get help with daily tasks in their own living rooms to keep their independence intact. The central office is based in a walkable part of town with a walk score of 73, but since the staff drives straight to private residences, you won’t need to visit the building to set up care.

The care plans cover everything from basic companionship and cooking to around-the-clock shift nursing. Certified aides and assistants handle physical needs like bathing, grooming, and tracking medications. The agency also runs specialized programs for military veterans and sets up short-term respite care so family members can take a necessary breather from caregiving duties.

State health officials check in on home care registries through random field audits to ensure staff training and client safety match local codes.

Families looking for local support can call the Sioux Falls office to see if their neighborhood is covered or to book a home visit. The intake staff can explain how to clear bills using private funds, veterans benefits, or long-term care insurance policies, and they can show you how they match individual caregivers with new clients.

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Overview of Synergy HomeCare – Sioux Falls

SYNERGY HomeCare stands out for its tailor-made approach in crafting personalized home care plans tailored to diverse situations and conditions. Their expertise lies in providing life-affirming non-medical in-home care, offering comfort and assurance to individuals dealing with disabilities, illnesses, and the challenges of aging. Their comprehensive range of services includes companionship, homemaker duties, and personal care, ensuring that every aspect of their clients’ well-being is addressed.

Since 2009, they have been dedicated to serving the Sioux Falls area, building a stellar reputation in senior care. Aside from their competitive and highly trained team, they also exhibit unwavering dedication to responsiveness and dependability. Families can trust in SYNERGY HomeCare’s compassionate and knowledgeable staff, who go above and beyond to ensure the well-being of their patients.

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Overview of Highmore Health

Highmore Health is a nursing home, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing community in Highmore, SD. Nursing home care supports long term residence for people who need ongoing nursing and daily care, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering, and palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom support.

There are 39 beds. The smaller community gives staff and residents the chance to get to know one another, and it can suit someone who prefers a more intimate setting. Rehabilitation services support a resident’s work toward recovering or maintaining physical function. Highmore Health accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay; total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 39 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident, and Kim Knox serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Center

Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Center is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in Sioux Falls, SD. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock, while respite care offers a short stay that may suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families options for covering short-term skilled care, eligible Medicaid services, or direct payment. Occupational therapy and speech and language therapy support rehabilitation needs, and caregiver support addresses the needs of family caregivers.

Residents have access to a salon, chapel, and religious services for personal grooming and worship at the community. The dining room provides a place to sit for a meal or coffee with friends, while home-based services extend beyond the facility setting.

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Vista Care

125 W Pleasant Dr #1, Pierre, SD 57501
Overview of Vista Care

Vista Care provides assisted living, adult day care, home care, and residential care services in Pierre, South Dakota. By offering multiple levels of support in one location, the community allows older adults to receive care that can adapt as their needs change over time.

The single-story layout is designed to promote accessibility and ease of movement throughout the residence. Without stairs or multiple floors to navigate, residents can move more comfortably between living spaces and common areas.

Transportation services, fitness opportunities, and recreational activities help support an active lifestyle and encourage engagement. The community is also pet-friendly, allowing older adults to remain with their animal companions while receiving care and support.

Located near Avera St. Mary’s Hospital, the community offers convenient access to healthcare services and medical appointments. The surrounding neighborhood provides moderate walkability, with some nearby destinations accessible on foot, while other errands may require transportation.

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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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Overview of Davis Court

Located on 9th Avenue Northeast, Davis Court is an independent living community in Aberdeen, South Dakota. The community has private and semi-private rooms in a single-story setting. Transportation and maintenance services are also offered to help residents maintain their independence.

Recreational opportunities and wellness programs promote socialization and encourage residents to live actively. Spacious common areas are also available for residents’ leisure. Its surrounding area also earned a Walk Score of 41, allowing residents to access nearby services on foot. However, transportation is still required for most amenities. Davis Court is also located near Manor Park in Aberdeen, providing residents with options for leisure in the area.

Starting Price $845/Month

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Overview of Holiday Hills Estates | Sky Active Living

A reliable senior living community set in the harmonious neighborhood of Holiday Lane, Rapid City, SD, Holiday Hills Estates ensures seniors live in comfort and warmth by providing independent living services. As a Sky Active Living community, Holiday Hills Estates encourages seniors to keep moving and well-engaged with their surroundings. With its convenient place near local attractions and practical amenities, the community ensures seniors’ needs and desires are within a few steps away.

Awaken your creativity and pursue new interests with a wide array of enjoyable activities and engaging programs. Fostering comfort with meals, the community serves delightful and healthy meals for the finest dining experience. Holiday Hills Estates is a haven for seniors aiming to remain active in their best years.

Price range $1,795 - $3,468/Month

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Overview of Golden Ridge Senior Living

Golden Ridge Senior Living offers assisted living in Lead, SD. Residents can receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while keeping their own apartment. The setting suits someone who needs support with daily routines but wants to live in a private apartment. A Walk Score of 47 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of Crescent Villa Apartments

Crescent Villa Apartments offers independent living in Sioux Falls, SD, with private living, community services, and no daily care. It may suit someone who manages daily care independently and wants to use the community services available. The area has a Walk Score of 47 out of 100, making it car dependent, so a resident who no longer drives would need a car or a ride for most errands.

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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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Senior Communities in South Dakota at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 39/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in South Dakota. 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: 67The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in South Dakota. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Communities in South Dakota

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 151 senior communities in South Dakota. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community in South Dakota?

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 South Dakota, 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 senior communities in South Dakota?

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.