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.
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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.
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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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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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| Bethany Home Sioux Falls/Bethany Home-Brandon | MC AL IL NH SNF | Sioux Falls | 112
Facility
112
SD AVG
76
Rank
#9 / 48 | No |
65
Facility
65
SD AVG
45
Rank
#15 / 57 | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
4
Rank
#5 / 40 | - | Amanda Peterson |
| Avantara North | MC HOS NH SNF | Rapid City | 68
Facility
68
SD AVG
76
Rank
#23 / 48 | No |
39
Facility
39
SD AVG
45
Rank
#31 / 57 | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
4
Rank
#5 / 40 | - | Celina Block |
| Avantara Pierre | MC HOS NH SNF | Pierre | 65
Facility
65
SD AVG
76
Rank
#25 / 48 | No |
63
Facility
63
SD AVG
45
Rank
#17 / 57 | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
4
Rank
#5 / 40 | - | Chase Watson |
| United Living Community | MC AL IL NH SNF | Brookings (Brookings Township) | 81
Facility
81
SD AVG
76
Rank
#15 / 48 | No |
82
Facility
82
SD AVG
45
Rank
#6 / 57 | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
4
Rank
#5 / 40 | - | Liz Deberg |
| Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Village | MC AL IL NH | Sioux Falls | 177
Facility
177
SD AVG
76
Rank
#2 / 48 | No |
2
Facility
2
SD AVG
45
Rank
#57 / 57 | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
4
Rank
#5 / 40 | - | Thomas Fraser |
| Avantara Huron | MC NH SNF | Sw Huron | 80
Facility
80
SD AVG
76
Rank
#16 / 48 | No |
68
Facility
68
SD AVG
45
Rank
#12 / 57 | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
4
Rank
#5 / 40 | - | Laurie Solem |
| The Inn on Westport | MC AL IL RC | Sioux Falls | 140
Facility
140
SD AVG
76
Rank
#5 / 48 | No |
63
Facility
63
SD AVG
45
Rank
#17 / 57 | 30
Facility
30
SD AVG
4
Rank
#3 / 40 | A+ | Jill Dykstra |
| Edgewood Brookings | MC ADC AL | Brookings | 50
Facility
50
SD AVG
76
Rank
#32 / 48 | No |
55
Facility
55
SD AVG
45
Rank
#22 / 57 | 30
Facility
30
SD AVG
4
Rank
#3 / 40 | A+ | Shannon Loehr |
| The Village at Skyline Pines Assisted Living & Memory Care | MC AL | Rapid City | 116
Facility
116
SD AVG
76
Rank
#7 / 48 | No |
32
Facility
32
SD AVG
45
Rank
#37 / 57 | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
4
Rank
#5 / 40 | - | Kelli Back |
| Legends at Lake Lorraine | MC AL IL | Sioux Falls | 185
Facility
185
SD AVG
76
Rank
#1 / 48 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
SD AVG
45
Rank
#29 / 57 | 1
Facility
1
SD AVG
4
Rank
#5 / 40 | - | Kyrsten Fokken |
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 58 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Located in Rapid City, South Dakota, Avantara North is a 68-bed nursing home administered by Celina Block that offers memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Rehabilitation services cover a wide range of needs, particularly those in need of recovery as part of their care plan. Furthermore, short-term rehabilitation can support a time-limited recovery, while respite care offers a short stay when the primary caregiver needs to travel or recover.
Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, with Medicare covering eligible short-term skilled care after a hospital stay and Medicaid helping when savings may not cover a long stay. Meanwhile, private pay allows a family to pay directly. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time provided for each resident.
The area has a Walk Score of 39 and is car-dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. This indicates that a resident who no longer drives would need one for those trips. Avantara North may be a good fit for those living with dementia who need a secure, supervised setting, people recovering after surgery, stroke, or orthopedic treatment, or a family caregiver who needs temporary support.
The Village at Skyline Pines Assisted Living & Memory Care is situated above Mount Rushmore Road in the medical district of South Rapid City, South Dakota. This distinguished assisted living community prioritizes personalized care and independence for its residents. The compassionate staff, well-versed in assisted living, ensures exceptional service. Memory care specialists are also available to support those dealing with memory-related challenges.
The Village offers a welcoming environment with a solid clinical foundation, allowing residents to feel at home while receiving top-notch care. Perched on a secure hilltop, The Village at Skyline Pines provides city-view rooms for sunrise and city lights enthusiasts and western-view rooms with glimpses of wildlife amidst pine trees. Here, vibrant living awaits—join them to forge friendships and create cherished memories.
Edgewood Brookings is an assisted living with memory care services in Watertown. The community understands the importance of happiness and serenity, ensuring that every resident can receive only the best care. Edgewood Brookings is the home where seniors thrive and get back on their feet quickly and independently.
Community features include essential services like transportation, housekeeping, interior and exterior maintenance, ADLs, and specialized memory programs. Amenities provided are dining areas, indoor common areas, a full-service salon, well-lit lounge areas, furnished apartments, and outdoor lounges.
Avantara Pierre is a 65 bed nursing home in Pierre, South Dakota, offering skilled nursing, hospice care, and memory care. Licensed nurses provide care on site around the clock, while hospice focuses on comfort and support at the end of life. Memory care is secured and supervised, which can suit someone living with dementia who may be at risk of wandering.
Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 55 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Rehabilitation includes short term rehab and programs for postsurgical recovery, stroke and other neurological conditions, cardiac care, oncology recovery, pulmonary care, and orthopedic rehabilitation. These services support residents recovering from surgery or managing specific medical and physical needs.
Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay. Chase Watson serves as the administrator, and a Walk Score of 63 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain outings independently.
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.
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 17 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.
Avantara Huron is a nursing home offering memory care and skilled nursing in Huron, SD. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. The combination may be a good fit for someone whose needs may change over time and who may need to move between care levels without leaving the community.
Avantara Huron has 80 beds. Short-term rehabilitation supports a temporary stay centered on recovery, with cardiac recovery care, orthopedic recovery care, pulmonary recovery care, and wound care available for residents with those needs.
Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover care. Laurie Solem serves as the administrator. A Walk Score of 68 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot for a resident who no longer drives.
Legends at Lake Lorraine (Formerly Grand Living at Lake Lorraine) is a distinguished senior living community that sets the standard for luxury independent living, assisted living, and memory care services in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. This home is climbing the charts of excellence, offering unparalleled service and a truly engaging lifestyle that captivates residents and their families alike.
Indulge in the grand spa and fitness center, where you can rejuvenate your body and nurture your well-being. Legends at Lake Lorraine also goes above and beyond to provide life-enriching experiences through a variety of programs. From world-class music entertainment performances to delightful cocktail evenings and friendly games of bocce ball, there’s always something exciting happening.
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 15 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.
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. Rank badges compare each community against other memory care 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.
- Includes
- 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.
- Includes
- 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.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in South Dakota
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 58 memory care communities in South Dakota. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community in South Dakota?
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 South Dakota, 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 South Dakota?
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.

















