Good Samaritan Society – Prairie Creek is a trusted and compassionate home located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Here, seniors can truly embrace carefree living in their assisted living homes and memory care private homes. Central heating and air conditioning, as well as emergency response systems, provide residents of both the assisted living homes and memory care private homes with comfort and security. Transportation services are available to ensure easy access to appointments and outings.
Amenities in this home are abundant, offering residents a diverse range of opportunities for engagement and enjoyment. The community features a chapel for spiritual enrichment, a salon for personal care, and a swimming pool for recreation. A library invites residents to indulge in reading and learning, while a wellness center and whirlpool offer opportunities for relaxation and rejuvenation. Walking trails beckon residents to explore the beautiful surroundings and maintain an active lifestyle.
Compare Independent Living around Sioux Falls (Metro Area)
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.
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.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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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.
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| Good Samaritan Society – Prairie Creek | IL ADC AL HC HOS MC RC | Sioux Falls | 32
Facility
32
SD AVG
75
Rank
#41 / 44 | No |
38
Facility
38
SD AVG
41
Rank
#24 / 47 | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
6
Rank
#8 / 35 | Kelsey Nicola |
| Dow Rummel Village | IL AL HC MC NH SNF | Sioux Falls | 79
Facility
79
SD AVG
75
Rank
#15 / 44 | No |
54
Facility
54
SD AVG
41
Rank
#14 / 47 | - | Christopher Hahn |
| Dow Rummel Village | IL AL HC MC SNF | Sioux Falls | 79
Facility
79
SD AVG
75
Rank
#15 / 44 | No |
19
Facility
19
SD AVG
41
Rank
#35 / 47 | - | Christopher Hahn |
| Crescent Villa Apartments | IL | Sioux Falls | - | No |
47
Facility
47
SD AVG
41
Rank
#19 / 47 | - | - |
| Heritage Pines Assisted Living | IL ADC AL RC | Sioux Falls | - | No |
5
Facility
5
SD AVG
41
Rank
#44 / 47 | - | - |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other SD independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 15 analyzed for Sioux Falls. See how we rank facilities
Dow Rummel Village is an extraordinary nonprofit organization in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, dedicated to providing a premier life plan retirement community that encompasses assisted living levels of care. With a remarkable 60-year history of service, they offer a comprehensive range of services under one roof, including independent living, memory care, assisted living, skilled nursing, respite care, and more.
Residents in this assisted living home have the opportunity to choose different levels of care that best suit their needs. Whether they opt for independent living, where they can enjoy the freedom and autonomy of a vibrant community, or require the specialized support and assistance provided in memory care or assisted living, every aspect is thoughtfully tailored to enhance their well-being. Discover a variety of floor plans, including spacious studios, comfortable one-bedroom suites, and inviting two-bedroom options. From personal assistance with daily living to weekly housekeeping and convenient transportation services, residents can truly embrace a worry-free lifestyle.
Dow Rummel Village is a Sioux Falls, South Dakota community providing independent living, assisted living, memory care, and 24-hour skilled nursing. Residents living independently manage daily life on their own, while assisted living provides hand-on help with bathing, dressing, and managing medications. Specialized memory care secures the environment for individuals needing extra supervision, and home care services extend assistance directly into private residences. Offering multiple levels of care on a single campus allows residents to transition smoothly into higher support tiers as personal needs change.
This 79-bed facility also accommodates short-term respite stays, giving primary caregivers time to recharge or travel. Clinical and daily living support is managed by administrator Christopher Hahn, with programs spanning home health, physical rehabilitation, wellness initiatives, link tech services, and structured life enrichment activities. Enhanced assisted living options offer additional daily support for those needing care between traditional assisted living and skilled nursing.
Families considering senior living options in the Sioux Falls area can contact Dow Rummel Village directly to learn about current room availability or schedule a campus tour.
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.
Heritage Pines Assisted Living offers assisted living, adult day care, independent living, and respite care in Sioux Falls, SD. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains their own living space. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.
Adult day care provides care during daytime hours, while respite care offers a short-term stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. The combination of independent living and assisted living may suit a resident whose care needs grow over time, and respite care can suit a family seeking temporary support. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet to live with them.
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. Rank badges compare each community against other independent living communities in the same state — never against a different care type.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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.
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- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
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- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
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- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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.
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- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Sioux Falls, 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 15 independent living communities in Sioux Falls, SD. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Sioux Falls, 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 Sioux Falls, 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 Sioux Falls, 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.
Independent Living in Sioux Falls at a glance
