Best Memory Care in Watertown, SD

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 6 memory care providers in Watertown, 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. 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.
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.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
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.
The Village of Harmony Hill, Inc.
MC
ADC
AL
IL
Se Watertown
104
Facility 104
SD AVG 75
Rank #9 / 44
Yes
85
Facility 85
SD AVG 43
Rank #1 / 53
-
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 4
Rank #4 / 38
Krista Beauchamp
Avantara Watertown
MC
HOS
NH
SNF
Ne Watertown
51
Facility 51
SD AVG 75
Rank #27 / 44
No
69
Facility 69
SD AVG 43
Rank #8 / 53
-
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 4
Rank #4 / 38
Lynna Speier
Jenkin‘s Living Center
MC
IL
NH
SNF
Watertown (South Maple)
110
Facility 110
SD AVG 75
Rank #8 / 44
No
85
Facility 85
SD AVG 43
Rank #1 / 53
Private Rooms-Kasey Klapprodt
The Village of Harmony Hill
MC
ADC
AL
IL
Watertown (Sheridan Township)
104
Facility 104
SD AVG 75
Rank #9 / 44
Yes-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 4
Rank #4 / 38
Krista Beauchamp
Edgewood Cedar View
MC
ADC
Watertown
-No
34
Facility 34
SD AVG 43
Rank #32 / 53
Private Rooms--
Benet Place Senior Apartments
MC
ADC
AL
IL
Watertown (Sheridan Township)
38
Facility 38
SD AVG 75
Rank #39 / 44
Yes-1 Bed / 2 Bed--

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 6 analyzed for Watertown. See how we rank facilities

Overview of The Village of Harmony Hill

The Village of Harmony Hill offers assisted living, adult day care, independent living, and memory care in Watertown, SD. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment, and memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Independent living supports private living with community services and no daily care, while adult day care provides a daytime care option.

Several care levels are available in one community. If a resident’s needs grow, they may be able to move to a different level without leaving The Village of Harmony Hill. The community has 104 beds, and Krista Beauchamp serves as the administrator.

Residents can spend time outdoors in courtyards, on patios, along paved trails, or enjoying the views. Meals are prepared by chefs and cooked on site, providing dining within the community. An ecumenical chapel and religious services support residents who want worship to remain part of their routine, while Veteran Resources and Culinary Arts are among the specific programs available.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet. The community has a Walk Score of 85, and the area is very walkable, meaning most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently.

With multiple care levels and memory care, The Village of Harmony Hill may be a good fit for a resident whose support needs may change over time, including someone who needs a secured, supervised setting.

Contact The Village of Harmony Hill, Inc.

Overview of Avantara Watertown

Avantara Watertown provides nursing home care, hospice care, memory care, and skilled nursing in Watertown, SD. Skilled nursing gives residents access to licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care focuses on comfort for a resident with a serious illness, and respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Rehabilitation services include short term rehab and programs for stroke and other neurological conditions, cardiac care, oncology recovery care, orthopedic rehabilitation, and pulmonary care. These programs support recovery or ongoing clinical needs related to those conditions without limiting the community to one type of rehabilitation. With 51 beds, the home has a defined number of resident places rather than a large institutional capacity. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover eligible care. A Walk Score of 69 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently. Lynna Speier serves as the administrator, and the community may be a good fit for someone who needs skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or memory care and may also benefit from respite or hospice services.

Contact Avantara Watertown

Overview of Jenkin‘s Living Center

Jenkin’s Living Center offers nursing home, skilled nursing, independent living, and memory care in Watertown, SD. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Independent living offers a private living arrangement with community services and no daily care, so a resident who remains independent can have support around them without scheduled personal care.

Having these care levels in one community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. The community has 110 beds and private rooms, giving each resident an individual room rather than a shared one. In the South Maple neighborhood, a Walk Score of 85 means most errands are possible on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently, and Kasey Klapprodt serves as the administrator.

Contact Jenkin‘s Living Center

Overview of The Village of Harmony Hill

The Village of Harmony Hill in the Sheridan Township area of Watertown, SD, provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and adult day care services. Independent living offers private quarters alongside shared amenities, while assisted living supports residents with daily tasks and managing medication. Memory care features structured supervision in a secured setting for individuals living with dementia, and adult day care offers non-residential support during daytime hours.

Housing 104 beds, the property features studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units that accommodate individual residents or couples. On-site features include an ecumenical chapel, paved walking trails, open courtyards, and pet-friendly accommodations. Short-term respite stays are also available to support family caregivers needing temporary relief, alongside community programs like Culinary Arts and dedicated Veteran Resources.

Payment options primarily rely on private arrangements. Set in a peaceful rural setting outside the city center, daily errands and off-site travel generally require vehicle transportation.

Interested families looking for flexible senior living options or day programs can get in touch with Village of Harmony Hill to discuss floor plans or book a visit.

Contact The Village of Harmony Hill

Overview of Edgewood Cedar View

Part of a larger senior living community, Edgewood Cedar View is a memory care community in Watertown, South Dakota. The community is on 14th Avenue Northeast. It’s about 8 miles from downtown Watertown and less than a mile from Prairie Lakes Hospital, giving residents and families convenient access to nearby medical care. Residents live in private rooms within a single-story building, a layout that can be easier for those living with memory loss to navigate. The community accepts residents beginning at age 55.

Residents receive help with transportation, housekeeping, interior and exterior maintenance, and activities of daily living. Memory care is supported through specialized programs. These are created for people living with dementia and other memory-related conditions. Fitness and recreation activities are also part of the daily schedule, so residents can stay active and engaged.

Indoor common areas, well-lit lounges, a full-service salon, furnished apartments, and outdoor lounge spaces provide comfortable places for residents and visiting family members. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 34, making it somewhat walkable. A few nearby destinations can be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require driving.

Families exploring memory care at Edgewood Cedar View should ask how daily activities are planned around each resident’s cognitive needs because those routines are important in everyday life within a memory care community.

Contact Edgewood Cedar View

Overview of Benet Place Senior Apartments

Benet Place Senior Apartments offers assisted living, adult day care, independent living, and memory care in Watertown, SD. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps an apartment, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, and adult day care provides support during the day without an overnight stay.

The combination of care types may be a good fit for someone whose needs may change over time, since care can be adjusted within the community. Benet Place has 38 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Housing includes one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, with a two-bedroom layout able to suit a couple or someone who wants a companion.

The three-story building is in the Sheridan Township neighborhood of Watertown. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. The community also offers a Culinary Arts program, giving residents a specific activity to participate in.

Contact Benet Place Senior Apartments

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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Memory Care in Watertown at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 68/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Watertown, 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: 81The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Watertown, SD. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Watertown, 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 6 memory care communities in Watertown, SD. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Watertown, 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 Watertown, 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 Watertown, 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.