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Overview of Good Samaritan Society – Sioux Falls Village

Good Samaritan Society, Sioux Falls Village provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Sioux Falls, SD. Nursing home care includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication as residents maintain their own apartment. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With several care levels in one community, Good Samaritan Society, Sioux Falls Village may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The community has 177 beds, with a starting price of $5,475 per month. Medicare is accepted for short term skilled care after a hospital stay, rather than for long term residence. Respite care allows a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. Rehabilitation services support a resident working to regain function after illness, injury, or surgery.

Residents have access to a salon and spa, a community patio, and religious services. Local transportation is available to and from medical appointments. A Walk Score of 50 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Thomas Fraser serves as the administrator.

Starting Price $5,475/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Bethesda Towne Square

Bethesda Towne Square Assisted Living Community, situated in Aberdeen, provides a selection of 40 spacious apartment suites for residents to choose from. In addition, residents benefit from priority access to the on-site skilled nursing home, ensuring comprehensive care if the need arises. The community prides itself on fostering a warm and compassionate atmosphere, catering to both short-term recovery and around-the-clock long-term care. Bethesda is dedicated to promoting independence of both body and spirit, with the added support of onsite chaplain services available to all residents.

The highly trained staff at Bethesda goes above and beyond physical health care, offering a diverse range of programs aimed at maximizing social interaction. From engaging dining experiences to socialization activities and exercise programs, residents are provided with ample opportunities to thrive and connect. These offerings are delivered in welcoming and comfortable surroundings that prioritize all aspects of life, extending support beyond medical attention to encompass the holistic well-being of each resident.

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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.

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Overview of Nano Nagle Village

Nestled at 1020 North Jay Street, Nano Nagle Village is a 45-bed nursing home in Aberdeen, South Dakota. It’s relatively new, having opened within the past year. The home is housed in a one-story building, offering a residential setting in a neighborhood that scores 31 on Walk Score, so a few nearby services can be reached on foot, with most errands and appointments requiring a car.

As a newer community, Nano Nagle Village represents a fresh option for families in Aberdeen considering care for their loved ones. For residents and visitors, the single-story layout can decrease mobility concerns. The location has good access to downtown Aberdeen and nearby services.

For anyone considering Nano Nagle Village, touring in person would be valuable. Doing so will help you see the daily environment, meet the team, and understand what daily life looks like for occupants.

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Overview of The Courtyard Westhills Village

Situated in Rapid City, South Dakota, The Courtyard Westhills Village offers nursing home, assisted living, home care, independent living, and skilled nursing. The community can accommodate up to 60 residents and assist with daily tasks. 24-hour staffing is also available, ensuring residents can access care whenever needed.

Rehabilitation services provide recovery support to help improve residents’ ability to function, while temporary relief is available for families whose usual caregiver needs time away. Moreover, a wellness space and classes provide an area for wellness activities. The outdoor inner courtyard and southern-exposure sun deck also offer designated places to spend time outside.

Additionally, the Support Plus Program and in-home care are available as named programs. With Kelsey Bertsch serving as the administrator, the community accepts Medicare as a payment option.

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Overview of South Dakota Developmental Center – Redfield

South Dakota Developmental Center, Redfield provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Redfield, SD. Skilled nursing means licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock for residents who need ongoing clinical support in a residential setting.

The center provides specialized services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, focusing on quality of life and community inclusion. Its 240 beds place it among larger communities, with more residents and staff and usually more programming than a small community. Barb Abeln serves as the administrator, and the center may be a good fit for someone with an intellectual or developmental disability who needs skilled nursing care alongside specialized support.

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Overview of Bethany Home Brandon

Bethany Home Brandon provides skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Brandon, SD. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can continue within the same community rather than requiring a move to a different provider. Rehabilitation services are also available for residents who need therapy as part of their care. Bethany Home Brandon opened in 2012 and is directed by Hunter Winkelpleck.

A heated pool with a hot tub and a fitness center give residents options for exercise and water-based recreation. Outdoor patios and an enclosed courtyard provide designated outdoor spaces, while a general store offers a convenient place for on-site purchases. Scheduled transportation is available for residents who need community-provided rides.

Bethany Home Brandon has a Walk Score of 66 out of 100, meaning the area is somewhat walkable and some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to reach some nearby errands independently, while other trips may require transportation.

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Overview of Good Samaritan Society-St Martin Village

Good Samaritan Society-St Martin Village is a skilled nursing home in Rapid City, South Dakota, part of the well-established Good Samaritan Society, a name many families across the region have come to know over the years. The community is housed in a three-story building on Good Shepherd Way, offering both one-bed and two-bed room options. For families weighing nursing care in the area, that connection to a long-standing faith-based organization is often part of the appeal.

Daily life here centers on comprehensive nursing care paired with an all-inclusive approach to services. Residents receive home-cooked meals, housekeeping, and maintenance-free living, so the practical burdens of running a household are handled for them. Social life is woven into the setting through gatherings in the community room, dining room, and chapel, alongside wellness programs and religious services. An emergency response system adds a layer of day-to-day reassurance for residents and their families.

On the clinical side, nurse aides provide close to two hours of hands-on support per resident each day, with registered nurse coverage adding roughly an hour and a half more. That level of direct staffing is a meaningful signal of how much bedside attention residents can expect. The location sits in a quieter, car-dependent part of Rapid City, so visiting family will generally plan to drive, which also tends to mean a calmer residential setting away from heavier traffic.

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Overview of Golden Living Center – Groton

Golden Living Center, Groton offers nursing home care, hospice care, and skilled nursing in Groton, South Dakota. Skilled nursing means licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock, while hospice care supports residents at the end of life.

The community may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing oversight or hospice support. Details about beds, pricing, payment options, amenities, staffing, leadership, and inspection themes are not included.

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Nursing Homes in South Dakota at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in South Dakota. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.5/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in South Dakota. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.9/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in South Dakota. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5