Nursing Home

Alcester Care and Rehab Center

Overview of Alcester Care and Rehab Center
Alcester Care and Rehab Center offers long term care for individuals who can no longer live independently. Services include skilled nursing, rehabilitation, meals, and medical services, with a focus on compassionate care. The facility provides a homey atmosphere and ongoing staff training to ensure quality care.
(605) 934-2011

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
4/5
South Dakota average: 2.5/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
5/5
South Dakota average: 2.5/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
South Dakota average: 2.9/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
1/5
South Dakota average: 2.7/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 43m per day

This home provides 3% less nursing time per resident than the South Dakota average.

South Dakota average: 3h 50m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 41

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the South Dakota average
Occupancy rate 94.9%
Residents per day (avg) 37
Occupancy rate
94.9%
Residents per day (avg)
37

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

55% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

38% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 years

Medicaid

7% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 11 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$3.0M
Operating deficit
-$197.3K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$2,982,792.00
Operating deficit
$-197,262.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.5M
50.6% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$1.7M
Total costs $3.2M
Bed community size
41-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

License details

Facility type
Nursing Home
Status Active
Issuance July 1, 2025
County: Union

Additional licensing details

License number: 10591
CMS Certification Number: 435062

Ownership & operating entity

Alcester Care and Rehab Center is administrated by Miller, Tiffany.

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Skilled nursing
rehabilitation
meals
medical services
chapel
sun room
beauty shop
laundry
large dining room
backyard area
gazebo

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Skilled Care, Assisted Living, Employment, Activities

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 5

South Dakota average 4.5


Last Health inspection on Jun 2024

Total health citations 11
Citations per inspection
2.2

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

6 of 11 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 5 of 11 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 1
44% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 1.8

0 critical citations More info South Dakota average: 0.3

1 serious citation More info South Dakota average: 1.8

10 moderate citations More info South Dakota average: 12.6

0 minor citations More info South Dakota average: 0
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Jun 11, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Apr 30, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Sep 26, 2023
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Sep 26, 2023
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around South Dakota

The information below is reported by the South Dakota Department of Health, Office of Health Care Facilities Licensure.
Alcester Care and Rehab Center
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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4/5
3.7156
5/5
3/5
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2
11
1
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Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Clark
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SCHLOMER, TIFFANY
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25.5%
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3/5
3.1510
4/5
3/5
1/5
1
5
1
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Avantara Clark City
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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-
SCHLOMER, TIFFANY
79.4%
$5,951,228.00
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4/5
3/5
1/5
1
5
1
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Aurora Brule Nursing Home Inc.
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

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61.7%
$2,847,378.00
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3.4495
3/5
2/5
3/5
2
16
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+29%
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-23%
Avantara Arrowhead
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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PRESTON, PHILIP
75.2%
$10,728,053.00
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27.3%
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1/5
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1/5
1/5
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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

106
Total Staff
39
Employees
67
Contractors
12,587
Total Hours (Quarter)
20
Avg Staff/Day
6.9
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse157.5 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse129.2 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant597 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
91 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
1 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Therapy Services
7 staff
2.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
2.8hs shift avg
Dietary Services
1 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Other Services
2 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
19.8%
of total hours from contractors
2,488 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 9 Registered Nurse: 9 Certified Nursing Assistant: 33 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medication Aide/Technician: 5 Mental Health Service Worker: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant2633597,11391100%7
Registered Nurse69151,5919099%7.5
Licensed Practical Nurse39121,3548796%9.2
Administrator1015206571%8
Dental Services Staff1015176571%7.9
Dietitian1014746268%7.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist1013484549%7.7
Speech Language Pathologist0222005358%3.5
Physical Therapy Assistant0221626167%2.5
Qualified Social Worker0221214347%2.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0221073033%3.6
Occupational Therapy Aide011362123%1.7
Medication Aide/Technician0553589%4.4
Medical Director011933%2.8
Mental Health Service Worker011211%2

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
39 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
2 residents (5.1%)
Medicaid
24 residents (61.5%)
Private pay or other
13 residents (33.3%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 13.9
15% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 12.0

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 30.4
27% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 23.9

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 28.6%
28% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 22.3%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 28.6%
25% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 22.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 33.9%
27% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 26.7%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.7%
27% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 5.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.6%
20% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 4.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.3%
34% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 3.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.0%
8% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 5.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.8%
80% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 4.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 25.9%
6% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 24.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.8%
In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 95.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 96.9%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 90.8%
8% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 84.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 1.8%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $19K
53% lower than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: $40K

Number of fines 2
In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 2.0

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 0.0

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $19K
South Dakota average $40K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jun 6, 2023
$9K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Mar 9, 2023
$10K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Home and Community Based Services Waiver

SD Medicaid HCBS Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, South Dakota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Sparse population aids rural access; limited providers.

South Dakota Elderly Services Program

SD ESP

Age 60+, South Dakota resident, at risk of decline.

~$1,732/month (individual, varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; rural focus.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Dakota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, SD resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

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

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

South Dakota LIEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, SD resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

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

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

South Dakota Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; SD resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year).

Not assessed; need-based.

Rural emphasis; includes grandparent caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

South Dakota SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, SD resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

South Dakota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, SD resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

Supports rural veterans; high demand near Sioux Falls VA.

Property Tax Reduction Program

South Dakota Property Tax Reduction from Municipal Taxes

Age 65+ (or disabled) by Jan 1, SD resident entire prior year, homeowner/renter.

~$20,192/year (single), ~$24,679/year (multiple-member household).

Not assessed; income-focused.

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

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

South Dakota SFMNP

Age 60+, SD resident, low-income.

~$2,322/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed.

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

Freeze on Assessments for Dwellings of Disabled and Senior Citizens

South Dakota Property Tax Freeze

Age 65+ (or disabled), SD resident 200+ days prior year, homeowner.

~$35,000/year (single), ~$45,000/year (multiple-member household).

Property value < $250,000 (single), $300,000 (multiple).

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

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

South Dakota OAA Services

Age 60+, SD resident (or spouse of any age); no income/asset limits.

None; donations encouraged for some services.

Not assessed.

6 AAAs; rural focus due to sparse population.