Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Avantara Norton
Avantara Norton is an Assisted Living Home in South Dakota
Avantara Norton is an Assisted Living Home in South Dakota
Avantara Norton
Avantara Norton is an Assisted Living Home in South Dakota
Avantara Norton is an Assisted Living Home in South Dakota
Overview of Avantara Norton
Avantara Norton boasts its one-of-a-kind superior care that creates an atmosphere of comfort and security for a distinct living focused on relaxation and recovery. As one of the city’s most trusted nursing homes, there is a merit of an incomparable level of care that provokes quality service delivered by only the best team of professionals who offer tailored personal care plans for each unique individual. Avantara Norton has the privilege of maximizing advanced medical services that lead to an enhanced caliber of life.
The areas of excellence are found in the range of an array of specialized services such as; cardiac care, bariatric care, G-tube, IV therapy, orthopedic care, oncology care, stroke recovery, wound care, and memory care. The list of accommodations extends to the comprehensive care plan physical therapy equipment, a team of full-time therapists on-site, and a home assessment completed.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
110
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
91.5%
Residents per day (avg)
95
Occupancy rate
91.5%
Residents per day (avg)
95
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
47% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
27 days
Private pay
29% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
24% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
9 - 10 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$16.6M
Operating loss
-$588.2K
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$16,597,692.00
Operating loss
$-588,220.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.7M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$13.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$17.2M
110-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 61 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
Nursing Home
License Date
January 7, 2025
License Expiration
June 30, 2026
Additional licensing details
License number:
10682
County:
Minnehaha
Ownership & operating entity
Avantara Norton is administrated by Nickel, Ashley.
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the South Dakota Department of Health, Office of Health Care Facilities Licensure.Compare Assisted Living around Sioux Falls
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AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Avantara Norton
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SD 57105
100
No
-
61
KLINKHAMMER, JEREMY
91.5%
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94.70
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3.5336
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7
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AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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54
No
-
47
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Dow Rummel Village
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HAHN, CHRISTOPHER
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47.20
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4/5
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3600 South Norton Ave Sioux Falls, SD 57105
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
137
Total Staff
106
Employees
31
Contractors
38,413
Total Hours (Quarter)
45
Avg Staff/Day
9.4
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 20 | 9.3 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 21 | 10.4 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 57 | 9.8 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
114 staff
9.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
9 staff
7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
4 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
9.2%
of total hours from contractors
3,539 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Licensed Practical Nurse: 9
Registered Nurse: 10
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 56 | 1 | 57 | 19,036 | 91 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 9 | 21 | 5,118 | 91 | 100% | 10.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 10 | 20 | 3,631 | 91 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 13 | 0 | 13 | 2,264 | 91 | 100% | 11.4 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,297 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,228 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 968 | 73 | 80% | 7.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 776 | 76 | 84% | 7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 762 | 65 | 71% | 6.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 467 | 59 | 65% | 7.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 464 | 64 | 70% | 7.3 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 64% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 423 | 60 | 66% | 7.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 43 | 8 | 9% | 5.4 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Oct 2022 – Nov 2025)
18
Inspections
75
Total Citations
2
Critical (J-L)
16
Serious (G-I)
4.17
Citations/Inspection
Nov 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
18
24% of total
Resident Rights
12
16% of total
Infection Control
5
7% of total
Administration
5
7% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
5
7% of total
Pharmacy Services
5
7% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
45
Complaint Investigations
34
State Comparison (SD)
Citations
75
South Dakota average: 14.8
Critical Citations
2
South Dakota average: 0.3
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2025 | E | Infection Control | F0880 | Open |
| Jul 10, 2025 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0600 | Corrected |
| Jul 10, 2025 | G | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Jul 10, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Jul 10, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Apr 10, 2025 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0602 | Corrected |
| Apr 10, 2025 | E | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Apr 10, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0624 | Corrected |
| Mar 05, 2025 | E | Administration | F0835 | Corrected |
| Mar 05, 2025 | E | Administration | F0837 | Corrected |
| Mar 05, 2025 | E | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Mar 05, 2025 | E | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Mar 05, 2025 | H | Quality of Care | F0675 | Corrected |
| Mar 05, 2025 | E | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Mar 05, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Mar 05, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Mar 05, 2025 | E | Resident Rights | F0582 | Corrected |
| Dec 27, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Nov 14, 2024 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0600 | Corrected |
| Oct 29, 2024 | G | Nursing Services | F0726 | Corrected |
| Oct 29, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Sep 26, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0655 | Corrected |
| Aug 21, 2024 | E | Nutrition | F0804 | Corrected |
| Aug 21, 2024 | E | Pharmacy | F0760 | Corrected |
| Aug 21, 2024 | G | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Jul 17, 2024 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Jun 20, 2024 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Jun 20, 2024 | G | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
| Apr 16, 2024 | D | Nursing Services | F0726 | Corrected |
| Mar 13, 2024 | G | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Mar 13, 2024 | G | Quality of Care | F0697 | Corrected |
| Mar 13, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Dec 14, 2023 | D | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
| Dec 14, 2023 | D | Resident Rights | F0585 | Corrected |
| Nov 09, 2023 | F | Administration | F0835 | Corrected |
| Nov 09, 2023 | F | Administration | F0837 | Corrected |
| Nov 09, 2023 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Nov 09, 2023 | H | Nursing Services | F0725 | Corrected |
| Nov 09, 2023 | H | Nursing Services | F0726 | Corrected |
| Nov 09, 2023 | E | Nutrition | F0802 | Corrected |
| Nov 09, 2023 | E | Nutrition | F0809 | Corrected |
| Nov 09, 2023 | E | Pharmacy | F0756 | Corrected |
| Nov 09, 2023 | E | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| Nov 09, 2023 | H | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Nov 09, 2023 | K | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Nov 09, 2023 | E | Quality of Care | F0692 | Corrected |
| Nov 09, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Nov 09, 2023 | E | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Nov 09, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Nov 09, 2023 | E | Resident Rights | F0561 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Part of: Legacy Healthcare
Resident Census by Payment Source
94
Total Residents
Medicare
21
(22.3%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
54
(57.4%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
19
(20.2%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
15.9
Score
32% worse than avg
South Dakota avg: 12.0
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
28.8
Score
20% worse than avg
South Dakota avg: 23.9
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
31.0%
Lost Too Much Weight
4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
5.2%
Depressive Symptoms
9.3%
Falls with Major Injury
1.6%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
90.3%
Antipsychotic Use
15.2%
Walking Ability Worsened
31.9%
Influenza Vaccine
97.7%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
10.7%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
23.4%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
72.8%
14% worse than avg
South Dakota: 84.4%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.0%
100% better than avg
South Dakota: 1.8%
Influenza Vaccine
70.0%
10% worse than avg
South Dakota: 78.2%
Penalties & 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
$225K
South Dakota avg: $40K
463% worse than avg
Number of Fines
7
South Dakota avg: 2.0
Compared to South Dakota Average
Facility: $225K |
South Dakota Avg: $40K
Penalty History
Showing first 5 of 7 penalties (Mar 2023 - Mar 2025)
Mar 5, 2025
Civil Money Penalty
$79K
Sep 26, 2024
Civil Money Penalty
$19K
Jul 17, 2024
Civil Money Penalty
$12K
Jun 20, 2024
Civil Money Penalty
$12K
Mar 13, 2024
Civil Money Penalty
$38K
Oct 4, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$29K
Mar 23, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$37K
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Avantara Norton based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
91.5%
↑ 21.7pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$588,220
↑ ~$588K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$7,364,762
↑ ~$1.2M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-3.6%
↑ 5.1pp vs 2022
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Home and Community Based Services Waiver
SD Medicaid HCBS Waiver
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Sparse population aids rural access; limited providers.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home aides.
South Dakota Elderly Services Program
SD ESP
- General: Age 60+, South Dakota resident, at risk of decline.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).
- SD Specifics: Limited funding; rural focus.
- Services: 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
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)
South Dakota LIEAP
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+ prioritized, SD resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.
- SD Specifics: Covers gas, electric, propane; weatherization add-on available.
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency aid ($500 max).
Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)
South Dakota Family Caregiver Support Program
- 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 Specifics: Rural emphasis; includes grandparent caregivers.
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
South Dakota SCSEP
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, SD resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- SD Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
South Dakota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: Supports rural veterans; high demand near Sioux Falls VA.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ (or disabled) by Jan 1, 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 Specifics: Refunds up to $575; ~10,000 seniors benefit annually.
- Services: Tax refund (~$250-$575/year based on income).
Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
South Dakota SFMNP
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, SD resident, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,322/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- SD Specifics: Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 annually via 6 AAAs.
- Services: Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets.
Freeze on Assessments for Dwellings of Disabled and Senior Citizens
South Dakota Property Tax Freeze
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ (or disabled), 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 Specifics: Saves ~$300-$600/year avg.; applies to primary residence.
- Services: Assessment freeze (~$300-$600/year savings).
Older Americans Act (OAA) Services
South Dakota OAA Services
- General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: 6 AAAs; rural focus due to sparse population.
- Services: Meals (home-delivered or congregate, ~$5-$7/meal value), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (~5 days/year), legal aid.
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SD Medicaid HCBS Waiver
Home and Community Based Services Waiver
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Sparse population aids rural access; limited providers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home aides.
SD ESP
South Dakota Elderly Services Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, South Dakota resident, at risk of decline.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits:$5,000 (individual).
- SD Specifics:Limited funding; rural focus.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (2-4 hours/week), respite (up to 5 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
South Dakota Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
South Dakota LIEAP
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ prioritized, SD resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025):~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed; income-focused.
- SD Specifics:Covers gas, electric, propane; weatherization add-on available.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency aid ($500 max).
South Dakota Family Caregiver Support Program
Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:Rural emphasis; includes grandparent caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
South Dakota SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, SD resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- SD Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
South Dakota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:Supports rural veterans; high demand near Sioux Falls VA.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
South Dakota Property Tax Reduction from Municipal Taxes
Property Tax Reduction Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ (or disabled) by Jan 1, 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 Specifics:Refunds up to $575; ~10,000 seniors benefit annually.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Tax refund (~$250-$575/year based on income).
South Dakota SFMNP
Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, SD resident, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,322/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- SD Specifics:Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 annually via 6 AAAs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets.
South Dakota Property Tax Freeze
Freeze on Assessments for Dwellings of Disabled and Senior Citizens
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ (or disabled), 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 Specifics:Saves ~$300-$600/year avg.; applies to primary residence.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Assessment freeze (~$300-$600/year savings).
South Dakota OAA Services
Older Americans Act (OAA) Services
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, 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 Specifics:6 AAAs; rural focus due to sparse population.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Meals (home-delivered or congregate, ~$5-$7/meal value), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (~5 days/year), legal aid.
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