St. Croix Hospice
Hospice Home, Hospice Care & Palliative Care · Sioux Falls, SD

St. Croix Hospice

Hospice Home, Hospice Care & Palliative Care · Sioux Falls, SD

Overview of St. Croix Hospice

St. Croix Hospice delivers specialized hospice and palliative care in Oakdale, Minnesota, targeting comfort and quality of life for individuals navigating serious illness. Services adapt to patient needs through remote telehealth appointments and short-term respite stays designed to support primary caregivers. The organization maintains a strong regulatory record, logging zero citations per inspection.

Care plans incorporate specialized options like the BridgeCare™, North Star Dementia™, and Voyage Vigil™ programs. Clinical teams also offer structured support for fall prevention, wound management, heart failure, and end-of-life planning.

Prospective families exploring targeted hospice or caregiver relief options can contact St. Croix Hospice to discuss personalized care strategies.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
46 / 100

About This Community

Safety & Compliance

Grab Bars

Staffing & Medical

5 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Telehealth Services
Navigate: Falls Prevention Program®A St. Croix Hospice program that assesses fall risks, teaches patients and caregivers prevention strategies, and improves home safety to help reduce injuries and hospital visits.
Wound Care Specialty Program
Heart Failure Program

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Lighthouse End-Of-Life Planning Program®A St. Croix Hospice resource with guides, checklists, a workbook, and training for recording healthcare wishes and personal information. It helps loved ones make informed decisions and manage affairs when needed.

Additional Services

1 service
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Volunteer Program
Signature ProgramsBridgeCare™, Voyage Vigil Program®

Contact St. Croix Hospice

Financial Assistance for
Hospice Home in South Dakota

St. Croix Hospice is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in South Dakota.

Get Financial aid guidance

Home and Community Based Services Waiver

SD Medicaid HCBS Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General South Dakota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
SD

Sparse population aids rural access; limited providers.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

South Dakota Elderly Services Program

SD ESP

Age 60+
General South Dakota resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
SD

Limited funding; rural focus.

Benefits
In-home care (2-4 hours/week) Respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Dakota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General SD resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
SD

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

South Dakota LIEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General SD resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
SD

Covers gas, electric, propane; weatherization add-on available.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

South Dakota Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; SD resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
SD

Rural emphasis; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

South Dakota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General SD resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
SD

Supports rural veterans; high demand near Sioux Falls VA.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Property Tax Reduction Program

South Dakota Property Tax Reduction from Municipal Taxes

Age 65+ (or disabled) by Jan 1
General SD resident entire prior year, homeowner/renter.
Income Limits (2025) ~$20,192/year (single), ~$24,679/year (multiple-member household).
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
SD

Refunds up to $575; ~10,000 seniors benefit annually.

Benefits
Tax refund (~$250-$575/year based on income)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

South Dakota SFMNP

Age 60+
General SD resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
SD

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 annually via 6 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Freeze on Assessments for Dwellings of Disabled and Senior Citizens

South Dakota Property Tax Freeze

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General SD resident 200+ days prior year, homeowner.
Income Limits (2025) ~$35,000/year (single), ~$45,000/year (multiple-member household).
Asset Limits Property value < $250,000 (single), $300,000 (multiple).
SD

Saves ~$300-$600/year avg.; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Assessment freeze (~$300-$600/year savings)

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

South Dakota OAA Services

Age 60+
General SD resident (or spouse of any age); no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged for some services.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
SD

6 AAAs; rural focus due to sparse population.

Benefits
Meals (home-delivered or congregate, ~$5-$7/meal value) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Frequently Asked Questions about St. Croix Hospice

Is St. Croix Hospice in a walkable area?

St. Croix Hospice has a walk score of 46. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at St. Croix Hospice?

No, St. Croix Hospice has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for St. Croix Hospice?

The team at St. Croix Hospice can be reached at info@stcroixhospice.com.

Are there photos of St. Croix Hospice?

Yes — there are 7 photos of St. Croix Hospice in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does St. Croix Hospice provide?

St. Croix Hospice offers Hospice Care & Palliative Care.

What is the phone number of St. Croix Hospice?

(855) 278-2764 will put you in contact with the team at St. Croix Hospice.

Guides for Better Senior Living

Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area

Nursing Home Data Explorer

Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now

The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It

Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance