Best Memory Care in South Dakota

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.

Overview of Avantara North

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 and 4 minutes 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.

Overview of The Village at Skyline Pines Assisted Living & Memory Care

The Village at Skyline Pines Assisted Living & Memory Care in Rapid City, South Dakota, delivers assisted living and memory care services within a single residential campus. Assisted living helps residents manage daily personal tasks while maintaining their independence in private apartments. Memory care offers a secured environment with round-the-clock supervision designed to prevent wandering, making it easy for residents to transition to higher levels of support as cognitive or physical needs change.

Housing options span one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans across a 116-bed setting, accommodating single residents or couples moving in together. Administrator Kelli Back leads daily operations. Lifestyle amenities include an outdoor courtyard, walking paths with city views, a hair salon, a movie theater, a library, a reading nook, and an internal chapel for religious gatherings. Scheduled transportation assists residents with off-site errands, which is helpful given the local walk score of 32 that marks the neighborhood as car-dependent.

Prospective residents exploring senior living communities can find a balance of personal daily assistance, secure specialized memory support, and varied recreational amenities on site.

Overview of Edgewood Brookings

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.

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 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.

Overview of Edgewood Pierre

Administered by Melissa Johnson, Edgewood Pierre is an assisted living community in Pierre, South Dakota. It offers assisted living, adult day care, and memory care. The community is located at 1950 E. 4th Street in Hughes County. The two-story building has 86 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, giving residents several choices based on their space needs.

Serving residents for about one year, Edgewood Pierre features newer construction and recently built common areas. The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 6. It’s car-dependent, so most errands require a vehicle. Families who prefer a quieter residential setting instead of a busy commercial area may find the location appealing.

Residents take part in memory care programs offered in a home-like setting. Activities are designed around comfort and familiar daily routines. Shared amenities include a chapel, a family gathering room, several recreation rooms, a dedicated dining room, and an on-site fitness center. The community also provides transportation services and welcomes pets, giving residents both structured support and everyday flexibility.

Families considering Edgewood Pierre may ask about current availability for the studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments because different floor plans may fill at different times.

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 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 Good Samaritan Society – St Martin Village

Good Samaritan Society, St Martin Village provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Rapid City, SD. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment, memory care offers supervision in a secured setting for someone at risk of wandering, and nursing home care provides licensed nursing care around the clock. Independent living supports private living with community services and no daily care, while respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

With several care levels in one community, Good Samaritan Society, St Martin Village can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 60 beds, and Jana McCroden serves as administrator. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy during recovery or ongoing care.

A swimming pool and wellness center support exercise and water-based activities, while walking trails and a community garden provide outdoor spaces for recreation. The community also has a salon, chapel, library, coffee house, woodshop, and scheduled activities, giving residents places for personal care, worship, hobbies, and social time. Home-based services and caregiver support are also available for residents and families who need assistance beyond the community setting.

The area has a Walk Score of 83, making it very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. Shops and other daily destinations within a short walk can help a resident who no longer drives get out independently.

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Price range $3,657 - $7,725/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026