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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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| 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 | 133
Facility
133
SD AVG
69
Rank
#7 / 117 | Yes |
10
Facility
10
SD AVG
39
Rank
#134 / 159 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
SD AVG
8
Rank
#13 / 51 | A- | Nathan Kasselder |
| 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 | 86
Facility
86
SD AVG
69
Rank
#27 / 117 | Yes |
6
Facility
6
SD AVG
39
Rank
#143 / 159 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
8
Rank
#14 / 51 | - | Melissa Johnson |
| 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 | 116
Facility
116
SD AVG
69
Rank
#9 / 117 | No |
32
Facility
32
SD AVG
39
Rank
#90 / 159 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
8
Rank
#14 / 51 | - | Kelli Back |
| The Village of Harmony Hill |
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.
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) | 104
Facility
104
SD AVG
69
Rank
#19 / 117 | Yes |
0
Facility
0
SD AVG
39
Rank
#149 / 159 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
8
Rank
#14 / 51 | - | Krista Beauchamp |
| Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
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. | Aberdeen | 81
Facility
81
SD AVG
69
Rank
#32 / 117 | Yes |
31
Facility
31
SD AVG
39
Rank
#93 / 159 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
SD AVG
8
Rank
#5 / 51 | - | Paula Henrickson |
| Bethesda Towne Square |
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. | Aberdeen (Melrose Addition) | 52
Facility
52
SD AVG
69
Rank
#65 / 117 | Yes |
21
Facility
21
SD AVG
39
Rank
#111 / 159 | Suite | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
8
Rank
#14 / 51 | - | Scott Eisenbeisz |
| Arrowhead Lodge Senior 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.
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Rapid City | 48
Facility
48
SD AVG
69
Rank
#76 / 117 | No |
12
Facility
12
SD AVG
39
Rank
#127 / 159 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
8
Rank
#14 / 51 | - | Sheila Gehring |
| Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living |
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.
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Sioux Falls | 76
Facility
76
SD AVG
69
Rank
#42 / 117 | No |
30
Facility
30
SD AVG
39
Rank
#99 / 159 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
8
Rank
#14 / 51 | - | Martina Castle |
| Avera Maryhouse |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. | Pierre | 67
Facility
67
SD AVG
69
Rank
#49 / 117 | Yes |
60
Facility
60
SD AVG
39
Rank
#39 / 159 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
8
Rank
#14 / 51 | - | Talli Raske |
| Edgewood Watertown |
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.
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 | 66
Facility
66
SD AVG
69
Rank
#50 / 117 | No |
18
Facility
18
SD AVG
39
Rank
#117 / 159 | Private Rooms | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
8
Rank
#14 / 51 | - | Jackie Clark |
| Edgewood Prairie Crossings Assisted 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.
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 | 68
Facility
68
SD AVG
69
Rank
#45 / 117 | No |
31
Facility
31
SD AVG
39
Rank
#93 / 159 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
8
Rank
#14 / 51 | - | Carmen Dougherty |
| Good Samaritan Society – Echo Ridge |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
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. | Rapid City | 34
Facility
34
SD AVG
69
Rank
#108 / 117 | No |
11
Facility
11
SD AVG
39
Rank
#131 / 159 | Private Rooms | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
8
Rank
#14 / 51 | - | Lindsey Hixson |
| Meadow Lake Assisted Living |
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.
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 | 16
Facility
16
SD AVG
69
Rank
#115 / 117 | No |
0
Facility
0
SD AVG
39
Rank
#149 / 159 | 1 Bed | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
8
Rank
#14 / 51 | - | Chasity Chandler |
| Fountain Springs Healthcare Center |
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.
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. | Rapid City | 10
Facility
10
SD AVG
69
Rank
#116 / 117 | No |
16
Facility
16
SD AVG
39
Rank
#120 / 159 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
8
Rank
#14 / 51 | - | Kristine Harvey |
| Derian Place Senior 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. | Aberdeen | 28
Facility
28
SD AVG
69
Rank
#113 / 117 | No |
65
Facility
65
SD AVG
39
Rank
#25 / 159 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
8
Rank
#14 / 51 | - | Tandy Mckiver |
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Overview of Prosperous Home Health
Prosperous Home Health is dedicated to preserving the essence of independent living for seniors in the Sioux Falls community. Their commitment lies in ensuring that seniors can relish a healthy and autonomous lifestyle within the familiar comforts of their homes while receiving the essential support they require. The range of services they offer, including non-medical caregiving, companionship, and skilled home health, reflects their comprehensive approach to senior care.
With a focus on delivering top-tier services, their team goes above and beyond. They provide specialized care such as wound care, cancer care, stroke management, hydration management, chronic diagnosis care, and IV therapy, ensuring that every aspect of a senior’s health and well-being is meticulously looked after. Seniors and their families can trust in Prosperous Home Health’s dedication to enhancing the quality of life for those they serve, ensuring a nurturing and supportive environment for every individual in their care.
Interim Healthcare of Sioux Falls goes above and beyond in delivering a diverse range of care services right in the comfort of one’s own home. Whether it’s personal care, companionship, or specialized therapy and nursing services, their locally owned and operated team ensures a responsive and compassionate approach to every family they assist. They prioritize holistic well-being, addressing not just physical health, but also the mind, body, spirit, and family dynamics.
With a keen focus on personalized care coordination, hospice, and specialized care, Interim Healthcare of Sioux Falls stands out for its dedication to the complete well-being of their clients. Their services extend beyond traditional caregiving; they provide bereavement and grief support, specialized Alzheimer’s care, and even hospice pet therapy. Their team, comprising highly competitive nurses and other expert staff members, is committed to providing exceptional and tailored care, making sure families feel supported and valued every step of the way.
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.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 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 7 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.
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