Compare Independent Living around Rapid City (Metro Area)
| Arrowhead Lodge Senior Living | IL AL RC | 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 |
| Westhills Village | IL AL HC NC NH PC | Rapid City (Texas Street) | 44
Facility
44
SD AVG
69
Rank
#90 / 117 | No |
21
Facility
21
SD AVG
39
Rank
#111 / 159 | - | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
8
Rank
#14 / 51 | Kelsey Bertsch |
| Good Samaritan Society – Echo Ridge | IL AL | 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 |
| Peaceful Pines Senior Living Community | IL ADC AL MC | Rapid City | - | No |
21
Facility
21
SD AVG
39
Rank
#111 / 159 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - |
| Holiday Hills Estates | Sky Active Living | IL | Rapid City (Holiday Lane) | - | Yes |
3
Facility
3
SD AVG
39
Rank
#146 / 159 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - |
| Good Samaritan Society-St Martin Village | IL AL MC NH RC | Rapid City | - | No |
3
Facility
3
SD AVG
39
Rank
#146 / 159 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - |
| Fairmont Grand Manor | IL AL MC | Rapid City | - | No |
36
Facility
36
SD AVG
39
Rank
#83 / 159 | - | - | - |
| The Courtyard Westhills Village | IL AL HC NC NH | Rapid City | 60
Facility
60
SD AVG
69
Rank
#54 / 117 | No |
0
Facility
0
SD AVG
39
Rank
#149 / 159 | - | - | Kelsey Bertsch |
| Good Samaritan Society – St Martin Village | IL AL MC NH RC | Rapid City | 60
Facility
60
SD AVG
69
Rank
#54 / 117 | No |
83
Facility
83
SD AVG
39
Rank
#8 / 159 | - | - | Jana Mccroden |
| Westhills Village Health Care Facility | IL AL HC NC NH | Rapid City | 44
Facility
44
SD AVG
69
Rank
#90 / 117 | No |
0
Facility
0
SD AVG
39
Rank
#149 / 159 | - | - | Kelsey Bertsch |
| Good Samaritan Society- Echo Ridge | IL AL | Rapid City | 34
Facility
34
SD AVG
69
Rank
#108 / 117 | No |
0
Facility
0
SD AVG
39
Rank
#149 / 159 | - | - | Lindsey Hixson |
Overview of Good Samaritan Society- Echo Ridge
Good Samaritan Society – Echo Ridge is a senior living community in Rapid City, South Dakota, offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, home care, and respite care. The 34-bed community is part of the Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit care organizations for older adults. As a relatively new community in the Rapid City market, it features modern residential spaces and updated care programming designed for adults aged 55 and older.
One- and two-bedroom floor plans are among the layouts available. Located near Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, the community has convenient access to medical services.
Amenities and services include a chapel, dining room, wellness center, guest accommodations, and shared community gathering spaces. A 24-hour emergency call system, an automatic fire sprinkler system, and smoke detection are also in place throughout the wheelchair-accessible building. Faith-based programming, volunteer opportunities, and religious services also reflect the mission and traditions of the Good Samaritan Society organization. Transportation services, fitness and recreational activities, caregiver support, and home-based services are also available through the broader affiliate network.
Dedicated to older adults age 55 and older in the Rapid City area, Good Samaritan Society – Echo Ridge is a strong option for those seeking a faith-centered community with multiple levels of care, modern amenities, transparent pricing, and access to a nationally recognized nonprofit support network.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent 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 Independent Living in Rapid City, SD
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 11 independent living communities in Rapid City, SD. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Rapid City, 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 Rapid City, 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 independent living communities in Rapid City, 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.
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