Page 2 of Best Memory Care in Sioux Falls, SD

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 16 memory care providers in Sioux Falls, 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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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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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.
Dow Rummel Village
MC
AL
HC
IL
SNF
Sioux Falls
79
Facility 79
SD AVG 73
Rank #15 / 44
No
19
Facility 19
SD AVG 43
Rank #42 / 53
Christopher Hahn
Meadows on Sycamore Inc.
MC
AL
NH
Sioux Falls
45
Facility 45
SD AVG 73
Rank #32 / 44
No
12
Facility 12
SD AVG 43
Rank #47 / 53
Tracey Hughes
Comfort Keepers Home Care – Sioux Falls
MC
HC
RC
Sioux Falls
-No
73
Facility 73
SD AVG 43
Rank #7 / 53
-
SYNERGY HomeCare – Sioux Falls
MC
HC
RC
Sioux Falls
-No
77
Facility 77
SD AVG 43
Rank #6 / 53
-
Right at Home – Sioux Falls
MC
HC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
Sioux Falls
-No
49
Facility 49
SD AVG 43
Rank #24 / 53
-
Home Instead – Sioux Falls
MC
HC
Sioux Falls
-No
56
Facility 56
SD AVG 43
Rank #18 / 53
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other SD memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 16 analyzed for Sioux Falls. See how we rank facilities

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Dow Rummel Village

1321 W. Dow Rummel St, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Overview of Dow Rummel Village

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.

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Overview of Meadows on Sycamore

Located in Sioux Falls, SD, Meadows on Sycamore provides assisted living, memory care, and nursing care. Along with assistance with daily tasks, the community also provides specialized care for those with memory-related conditions. Moreover, residents have access to care at all times with licensed nurses and CNAs on-site, as well as 24-hour staffing.

The community has 45 beds, with double rooms, private rooms, and private apartments. Medicaid is also accepted, giving families a payment option when personal savings may not cover a long stay. Moreover, Residents can receive rehabilitation services on site rather than arranging therapy visits elsewhere.

A salon, garden, library, and billiards area create spaces for grooming, outdoor time, reading, and recreation, while worship opportunities and Bible study support religious activities. Furthermore, on-site public transportation gives residents an option that does not rely solely on personal driving, and special diets are available for specific dietary needs. Tracey Hughes serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Comfort Keepers Home Care – Sioux Falls

Comfort Keepers Home Care – Sioux Falls runs a mobile elder care agency that sends help right to the doors of seniors throughout the Sioux Falls area. Instead of moving into an institution, clients get help with daily tasks in their own living rooms to keep their independence intact. The central office is based in a walkable part of town with a walk score of 73, but since the staff drives straight to private residences, you won’t need to visit the building to set up care.

The care plans cover everything from basic companionship and cooking to around-the-clock shift nursing. Certified aides and assistants handle physical needs like bathing, grooming, and tracking medications. The agency also runs specialized programs for military veterans and sets up short-term respite care so family members can take a necessary breather from caregiving duties.

State health officials check in on home care registries through random field audits to ensure staff training and client safety match local codes.

Families looking for local support can call the Sioux Falls office to see if their neighborhood is covered or to book a home visit. The intake staff can explain how to clear bills using private funds, veterans benefits, or long-term care insurance policies, and they can show you how they match individual caregivers with new clients.

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Overview of Synergy HomeCare – Sioux Falls

SYNERGY HomeCare stands out for its tailor-made approach in crafting personalized home care plans tailored to diverse situations and conditions. Their expertise lies in providing life-affirming non-medical in-home care, offering comfort and assurance to individuals dealing with disabilities, illnesses, and the challenges of aging. Their comprehensive range of services includes companionship, homemaker duties, and personal care, ensuring that every aspect of their clients’ well-being is addressed.

Since 2009, they have been dedicated to serving the Sioux Falls area, building a stellar reputation in senior care. Aside from their competitive and highly trained team, they also exhibit unwavering dedication to responsiveness and dependability. Families can trust in SYNERGY HomeCare’s compassionate and knowledgeable staff, who go above and beyond to ensure the well-being of their patients.

Contact SYNERGY HomeCare – Sioux Falls

Overview of Right at Home – Sioux Falls

Right at Home in Sioux Falls, SD offers a diverse array of services, including companion care, nursing services, specialty care, and personal care, ensuring a comprehensive approach to home-based assistance. Their caregivers, equipped with exceptional training and support, deliver outstanding services, tailored to the unique needs of each individual. Through thorough background checks, they match clients with caregivers who are ideally suited to their specific conditions, ensuring a personalized and secure caregiving experience.
They reject one-size-fits-all solutions, recognizing the unique requirements of seniors with disabilities. They provide medication reminders and transportation services with utmost convenience. By actively listening to the needs and desires of those they care for, Right at Home empowers individuals, fostering a sense of independence and self-assurance. Even for those with chronic and demanding medical conditions, their expert support ensures a safe and reassuring environment. Additionally, their hospice support adds an extra layer of compassionate care, making Right at Home a reliable choice for families seeking exceptional and personalized in-home assistance.

Contact Right at Home – Sioux Falls

Home Instead – Sioux Falls

5421 West 41St St Suite 208, Sioux Falls, SD 57106
Overview of Home Instead – Sioux Falls

Home Instead – Sioux Falls provides personalized, non-medical in-home care for older adults throughout Minnehaha and Lincoln counties. Their services range from basic companionship and help with household chores to around-the-clock personal assistance and respite care for family caregivers. The agency creates customized care plans that adapt to changing daily needs, including specialized support frameworks for seniors living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.

Their Care Professionals are fully vetted employees who receive targeted training to help clients safely age in place. The office coordinates care schedules that span from brief check-in visits to continuous, 24-hour overnight monitoring. Financially, the agency works with several payment paths, accepting private pay, long-term care insurance, Veterans Administration (VA) benefits, and specific Medicaid waivers.

The main administrative office on West 41st Street is located in an area with a walkability score of 56 out of 100, indicating a moderately walkable neighborhood with standard commercial services nearby. While the physical office is easily accessible, caregivers travel directly to clients’ houses to deliver support, meaning families do not need to commute to the office for daily care.

Prospective residents who want to discuss specific caregiver matching protocols, look over hourly rates, or arrange a free in-home safety assessment can stop by the Sioux Falls office to speak with the client care team in person.

Contact Home Instead – Sioux Falls

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 Sioux Falls, 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 16 memory care communities in Sioux Falls, SD. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.

Memory Care in Sioux Falls at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Sioux Falls, 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: 98The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Sioux Falls, SD. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90