Best Independent Living in South Dakota

Located in a tranquil neighborhood adjacent to Manor Park in Aberdeen, South Dakota, Avera Mother Joseph Manor offers a comprehensive range of senior living lifestyle options, complemented by skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Residents of this community can immerse themselves in the abundant local opportunities available in Aberdeen while receiving exceptional care and support.

Avera Mother Joseph Manor proudly upholds the Christian tradition of the Avera health care system, ensuring immediate access to premier health care services. With a deep commitment to respecting human dignity and valuing each individual, Avera Mother Joseph Manor operates as a division of Avera St. Luke’s Hospital, providing compassionate care to enhance the well-being of residents.

Overview of The Parkwood

Nestled in a quiet yet convenient residential area in Sioux Falls, SD, The Parkword is an active senior living community that offers a vibrant and engaging independent living. The community features 133 apartments with 22 unique floor plans, furnished kitchens, balcony and high ceiling, offering a comfortable and elegant residence. With housekeeping, a variety of dining options, and all utilities included, residents are guaranteed to live an easy and worry-free life with more time in their hands to do the things they love.

At Parkwood, they strive to provide a service-rich environment that fosters strong community connections and maintenance-free living. Here, residents benefit from regular community social events and activities, scheduled transportation, and on-site amenities. Wellness and leisure is guaranteed with amenities like a fitness studio with treatment space, a full-service salon, library, indoor theater, club room, game room, guest suite, and outdoor courtyards with walking trails and dog parks. Here, residents are set to experience a vibrant community filled with meaningful connections and fun experiences.

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Starting Price $2,400/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of The Inn on Westport

The Inn on Westport is a distinguished senior living community managed by The Goodman Group, bringing 50 years of expertise in developing and managing exceptional healthcare and assisted senior living communities. They offer a comprehensive range of services, including assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care, ensuring that each resident’s unique needs are met with the utmost care and attention. As part of their commitment to holistic well-being, they even provide specialized programs, including a Parkinson’s program, to support residents with specific health needs.
Prepare to be captivated by the serene and beautifully landscaped indoor spaces, including a stunning three-story atrium that serves as the centerpiece of the community. From the cozy café to the tranquil chapel, every corner of The Inn on Westport is thoughtfully designed to create a welcoming and nurturing environment. On-site amenities such as a bank, beauty and barber salon, and more, add convenience and luxury to residents’ lives. Recognizing the sacrifices and contributions of veterans, the home also provides an exceptional environment for assisted living for veterans. Here, veterans can connect with fellow servicemen and women, share stories, and be honored for their dedication and commitment.

Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living is a newly established community in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, serving older adults seeking independent or assisted living arrangements. Located at 7400 S Louise Ave, the community provides both independent living options for active seniors who want a supportive residential setting and assisted living services for those who need help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication management. The home also offers respite care, making it an option for short-term stays.

The community is modest in size at 76 beds and features one and two-bedroom housing options, allowing residents to choose a living space that suits their preferences and needs. Ponderosa Lodge opened recently—within the last year—so the setting is new. Martina Castle serves as administrator. At just over $4,000 per month for starting rates, the community is positioned competitively for the market.

The location scores a 30 on the Walk Score, which means some errands and services are accessible on foot, though most outings will require transportation. The surrounding neighborhood is typical of suburban Sioux Falls—quiet and residential, with relatively easy access to the highway. Families should be aware that the community maintains a no-pet policy, so residents’ pets will need alternative arrangements.

For a newly opened home, an in-person tour is especially worthwhile to see how the community is being developed and to get a sense of the daily operations and the team leading the facility.

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Starting Price $3,575/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

Overview of Bethany Home Sioux Falls/bethany Home-Brandon

Bethany Home Sioux Falls/bethany Home-Brandon offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Sioux Falls, SD. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing support around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living provides private housing without daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Because the community offers several care levels, it may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time and who may be able to remain in the same community as care needs change. The community has 112 beds, and total nurse staffing is 5h 36m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Amanda Peterson serves as the administrator.

The Independent Homes & Apartments program supports the independent living offering with housing for residents who do not need daily care. Rehabilitation services are available, giving residents access to therapy through the community. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted as payment methods.

A Walk Score of 65 places the area in the somewhat walkable category, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still reach some nearby destinations independently.

Overview of Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Village

Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Village offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Nursing home care provides ongoing nursing support for residents who need a higher level of medical care, while assisted living helps with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks without giving up an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides supervision for residents living with dementia.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time and who may move between care settings without leaving the community. The home has 177 beds. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Medicaid may help eligible residents whose savings do not cover a long stay, while Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 22 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident. Thomas Fraser serves as the administrator. One bedroom and two bedroom units are available, with a two bedroom layout able to suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services give residents access to therapy at the community, and local transportation is available for medical appointments. A salon, wellness center, whirlpool, chapel, and religious services provide places for personal care, wellness activities, bathing or relaxation, and worship.

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Starting Price $5,475/Month Pricing updated on March 20th, 2026

Overview of United Living Community

United Living Community offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Brookings, SD. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care; assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision; and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The community has 81 beds. Respite care provides a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while short-term rehabilitation supports a temporary stay focused on rehabilitation needs. Rehabilitation services include hydrotherapy, giving residents an additional therapy option within the community.

A Walk Score of 82 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby destinations independently. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 20 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay; Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, while Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay. Liz DeBerg serves as the administrator, and the combination of several care levels may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without leaving the community.

Legends at Lake Lorraine offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Sioux Falls, SD. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The three care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between levels can happen without leaving the community or starting over socially.

With 185 beds, the community includes more residents and staff in the shared setting and usually offers more programming. The area has a car-dependent Walk Score of 43, so most errands require a car or a ride, including for residents who no longer drive.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet at the community. Kyrsten Fokken serves as the administrator.

Overview of Edgewood Watertown

Located on 14th Avenue Northeast in Watertown, South Dakota, Edgewood Watertown is a community offering assisted living and independent living in Codington County. The community is about 1.25 miles from Prairie Lakes Hospital, giving residents and families convenient access to nearby medical care.

The community opened about a year ago. It features a two-story building with 66 beds and private rooms. Residents are moving into a newer community rather than one with many years of established operations. Edgewood Watertown is part of the Edgewood Senior Living family of communities, led by administrator Jackie Clark.

Daily support includes housekeeping, transportation, interior and exterior maintenance, and assistance with activities of daily living. Residents also have access to specialized programs that focus on movement and neurological health, including LSVT Big and Loud, the Parkinson’s Care Program, Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery, Rocky Steady Boxing, and the CaringEdge therapy program. Together, these services highlight the community’s focus on supporting residents living with Parkinson’s disease and similar conditions. Transportation services, fitness programs, and recreational activities are also available here.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 18, making it a car-dependent location where most errands and outings require a vehicle. Families traveling from outside the area should drive when they visit.

Overview of Westhills Village

Westhills Village offers independent living, assisted living, home care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Rapid City, South Dakota. Opened in 1984, the community has 44 beds, which can allow staff and residents to get to know each other. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living supports tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident continues living in an apartment.

Home care brings support to a resident’s home, and palliative care focuses on comfort. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, with private rooms available for residents receiving that level of care. Respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

An on site therapy clinic and rehabilitation services let residents receive therapy without arranging transportation elsewhere. The pool, scheduled outings, and online wellness classes offer different ways to take part in activities. The community has a total nurse staffing level of 4h 48m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nurse time assigned to each resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted, and Kelsey Bertsch serves as the administrator. With independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing on one campus, Westhills Village may be a good fit for someone whose care needs may change over time without requiring a move to a different community.