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Nursing Home in South Dakota

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Alcester Care and Rehab Center

Nursing Home in South Dakota

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

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 The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
4/5
South Dakota average: 2.5/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
5/5
South Dakota average: 2.6/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
3/5
South Dakota average: 2.9/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
1/5
South Dakota average: 2.7/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 43m per day

This home provides 1% less nursing time per resident than the South Dakota average.

South Dakota average: 3h 46m 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: 79.9%
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
$3.0M
Operating deficit
-$197.3K
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 TypeNursing Home
StatusActive
IssuanceJuly 1, 2025
CountyUnion

Additional Licensing Details

License Number10591
CMS Certification Number435062

Ownership & Operating Entity

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

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

11 amenities
Skilled Nursing
Rehabilitation
Meals
Medical Services
Chapel
Sun Room
Beauty Shop
Laundry
Large Dining Room
Backyard Area
Gazebo
Specific ProgramsSkilled Care, Assisted Living, Employment, Activities

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 5

South Dakota average 4.5


Last Health inspection on Jun 2024

Total health citations 11

South Dakota average 14.8

Citations per inspection
2.2

South Dakota average 3.34


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 Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Jun 11, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Apr 30, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Sep 26, 2023
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. 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.

5 facilities compared · CMS & SD Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Alcester Care and Rehab Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Alcester39 94.9% +19%3.72 +30%-14%2112.2137--Stroschein Properties Iii Llc$2.9M$1.5M51.8%435062
Avantara Clark City
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Clark (Clark)38 79.4% -1%3.15 -22%-27%151.3131- 31 Schlomer, Tiffany$6.0M$1.5M25.5%435058
Avantara Clark City
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Clark38 79.4% -1%3.15 -22%-27%151.3131--Schlomer, Tiffany$6.0M$1.5M25.5%435058
Aurora Brule Nursing Home Inc.
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

White Lake44 61.7% -23%3.45 +29%-20%2163.2140--Aurora-Brule Nursing Home$2.8M$1.5M52.4%435132
Avantara Arrowhead
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Rapid City (Broadmoor Subdivision)74 75.2% -6%2.80 +52%-36%5343.8961- 12 Preston, Philip$10.7M$2.9M27.3%435051

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 106
Employees 39
Contractors 67
Staff to resident ratio 2.72:1
42% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average ratio: 1.91:1

Avg staff/day 20
Average shift 6.9 hours
10% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 7.7 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 12,587
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 12
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.2 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 59
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

19.8%

2,488 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 33 Licensed Practical Nurse: 9 Registered Nurse: 9 Medication Aide/Technician: 5 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Mental Health Service Worker: 1
Staff by category
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
59 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
15 Registered Nurse
% of Days 99%
12 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 96%
1 Administrator
% of Days 71%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 68%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 49%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 58%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 67%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 47%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 33%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 23%
5 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 9%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 1%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 39
Medicare
2
5.1% of residents
Medicaid
24
61.5% of residents
Private pay or other
13
33.3% of residents
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.