
Compare Memory Care around Aberdeen
The information below is reported by the South Dakota Department of Health, Office of Health Care Facilities Licensure.
| Angelhaus North | MC AL HC NC | Aberdeen | - | No |
13
Facility
13
SD AVG
39
Rank
#123 / 159 | Suite |
| Primrose Retirement Communities | MC AL IL RC | Aberdeen | - | Yes |
51
Facility
51
SD AVG
39
Rank
#55 / 159 | Studio |
| Primrose Cottages – Aberdeen | MC AL IL | Aberdeen | - | No |
7
Facility
7
SD AVG
39
Rank
#142 / 159 | - |
| Angelhaus | AL | Aberdeen | 16 | — | — | — |
| Derian Place Senior Living | AL | Aberdeen | 28 | — | — | — |
Angelhaus North is an assisted senior living facility nestled in the heart of Aberdeen, South Dakota. They offer a comprehensive range of care services, including assisted living homes, memory care units, and behavioral health, all authorized and certified by the department of health to provide the highest level of care.
At Angelhaus North, the focus is on going above and beyond for the residents. From scheduled transportation and housekeeping to life-enriching activities and medication management, every aspect of their daily lives is taken care of with the utmost attention and dedication. The facility’s commitment to compassionate care extends to specialized services like oxygen care and hospice care coordination, ensuring that residents receive the support they need during every stage of their journey.
Primrose Retirement Communities, situated in Aberdeen, South Dakota, offer a range of living options, including luxurious Townhome villas, spacious Independent Living apartments, and comfortable Assisted Living apartments. The exceptional care and compassion demonstrated by dedicated employees are a testament to the quality of the assisted living community.
Primrose Retirement Communities is dedicated to assisting residents in achieving their personal goals and regaining optimal well-being.
Offering spacious nursing home living options, Primrose Cottages in Aberdeen prides itself on modern comfort that provides residents with nothing short of an excellent retirement experience. Primrose also has senior townhomes available should you find yourself needing more space than their considerably large apartments, for a more home-style feel with an added tinge of luxury in terms of amenities and professional chef-curated meals, daily.
On top of impressive floor areas, an adept nursing staff provides round-the-clock service to residents for consistent well-being monitoring that is neither invasive nor disruptive, allowing for each individual to maintain their routines and sense of freedom in the nursing home facility.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care 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 Memory Care in Aberdeen, SD
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in South Dakota?
Assisted living in South Dakota supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
Does South Dakota Medicaid cover memory care?
South Dakota Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including South Dakota) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is memory care?
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.
How many memory care communities are listed on this page?
This page features 3 memory care communities in Aberdeen, SD. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community in Aberdeen, 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 Aberdeen, 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 memory care communities in Aberdeen, 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.






