Page 2 of Best Memory Care in Rapid City, SD

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 11 memory care providers in Rapid City, SD using SD Dept. of Health (DOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in SD
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We analyzed These are the providers in Rapid City, SD our team has analyzed — not a count of every memory care provider in Rapid City, SD. Home health and home care providers may be included if they specialize in memory care services.
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Avg Walk Score: 33/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Rapid City, SD. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 74The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Rapid City, SD. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
Overview of Fairmont Grand Manor

Fairmont Grand Manor is a two story senior living community at 409 East Fairlane Drive in Rapid City, South Dakota. Its defining feature is that three levels of care sit under one roof: independent living, assisted living, and memory care. For a family thinking ahead, that structure matters, because a resident’s needs can change over the years without forcing a move to an entirely new place.

The community also offers respite care, a short term option that gives a family caregiver a planned break while their loved one stays in a supported setting. Confirmed services here include transportation for residents heading to appointments and errands, along with fitness and recreation programming to help people stay active day to day.

The setting is convenient in a few practical ways. Fairmont Grand Manor sits roughly 0.73 miles from Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, which is reassuring for families weighing proximity to medical care, and about 2.7 miles from the city center. Walkability scores 36 out of 100, so the neighborhood is somewhat walkable while a car still earns its keep for most errands.

The strongest reason to look closely at Fairmont Grand Manor is that single address supporting independent living now and assisted living or memory care later, if and when that becomes necessary.

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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
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
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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 Memory Care in Rapid City, 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 11 memory care communities in Rapid City, SD. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.