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Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Skilled Nursing · Aberdeen, SD
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Exterior view of Avera Mother Joseph Manor with sign Bright common area with comfortable furniture and decor Interior view of a chapel with seating Interior view of a cozy kitchenette in retirement community

Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Skilled Nursing · Aberdeen, SD
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Overview of Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community

Located in a tranquil neighborhood adjacent to Manor Park in Aberdeen, South Dakota, Avera Mother Joseph Manor offers a comprehensive range of senior living lifestyle options, complemented by skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Residents of this community can immerse themselves in the abundant local opportunities available in Aberdeen while receiving exceptional care and support.

Avera Mother Joseph Manor proudly upholds the Christian tradition of the Avera health care system, ensuring immediate access to premier health care services. With a deep commitment to respecting human dignity and valuing each individual, Avera Mother Joseph Manor operates as a division of Avera St. Luke’s Hospital, providing compassionate care to enhance the well-being of residents.

Facility Direct Line (605) 622-5850
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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.
▼ 63.2% Below SD avg. ▼ 63.2% Below SD avg.SD average: 2.7Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▼ 26.1% Below SD avg. ▼ 26.1% Below SD avg.SD average: 2.7Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 20.6% Above SD avg. ▲ 20.6% Above SD avg.SD average: 3.3Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▼ 63.3% Below SD avg. ▼ 63.3% Below SD avg.SD average: 2.7Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day vs South Dakota averages

Rank #13 / 65Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 65 homes we track in South Dakota for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the South Dakota average, with a ranking across 65 South Dakota facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This home is ranked 13th out of 65 homes we track in South Dakota for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.

4h 51m

12% above state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
1h 9m
+43% State avg: 48m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
32m
+12% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
3h 10m
+21% State avg: 2h 37m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
4h 0m
+21% State avg: 3h 19m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
4m
+22% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
37m
+19% State avg: 31m per day · National avg: 28m per day

All 6 underlying metrics are above the state average

Standout metric: Registered Nurse (RN) is +43% above South Dakota average

Capacity and availability

Residents per day (avg)
78
Bed community size
81-bed community Rank #32 / 116Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 32nd out of 116 homes we track in South Dakota for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other South Dakota facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
29 years in operation Rank #6 / 107Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 107 homes we track in South Dakota for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other South Dakota facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 31 / 100 Rank #93 / 148Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 93rd out of 148 homes we track in South Dakota for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across South Dakota facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
96%
Rank #4 / 33Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 33 homes we track in South Dakota for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the South Dakota average, with its Statewide rank out of 33. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the South Dakota average: 79.9%
Occupied beds
78 / 81
Average occupied beds in South Dakota homes 51 beds

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
IssuanceJanuary 7, 2025
CountyBrown
License Number10590

Ownership & Operating Entity

Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community is administered by Paula Henrickson.

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CMS Health Inspection History

Inspections Since 2021 · 5 years of data
Total health inspections 7

South Dakota average 4.5

Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations
12 Rank #25 / 65Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 25th out of 65 homes we track in South Dakota for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the South Dakota State average, with a ranking across all 65 SD facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

South Dakota average 14.8

Citations per inspection
1.71 Rank #12 / 65Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th out of 65 homes we track in South Dakota for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the South Dakota mean across 65 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

South Dakota average 3.34

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

8 of 12 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 12 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 5 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 0.3

Serious health citations
3
67% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 1.8

0 critical citations South Dakota average: 0.3
3 serious citations South Dakota average: 1.8
9 moderate citations South Dakota average: 12.6
0 minor citations South Dakota average: 0
Citations history (last 5 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 01, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Jun 04, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care serious citation Aug 28, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation May 16, 2024
Corrected

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 129
Employees 107
Contractors 22
Staff to resident ratio 1.90 : 1
0% compared with South Dakota average
South Dakota average ratio: 1.93 : 1 South Dakota average ratio: 1.93 : 1See full South Dakota ranking
Avg staff/day 50
Average shift 7.4 hours
0% compared with South Dakota average
South Dakota average: 7.7 hours South Dakota average shift: 7.7 hoursSee full South Dakota ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 34,226

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info 11 total: 9 full-time employees and 2 contractors. 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.4 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info 11 total: 7 full-time employees and 4 contractors. 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.4 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info 67 total: 55 full-time employees and 12 contractors. 67
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.2 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

18.9%

6,480 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 12 Licensed Practical Nurse: 4 Registered Nurse: 2 Nurse Practitioner: 1 Mental Health Service Worker: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant55126717,20492100%7.2
Registered Nurse92114,69592100%10.4
Licensed Practical Nurse74113,55892100%10.4
Clinical Nurse Specialist4042,1948289%8.5
Physical Therapy Aide6061,2326470%5.2
Other Dietary Services Staff3038038491%5.9
Medication Aide/Technician7077448592%5.1
RN Director of Nursing1015696368%9
Administrator1015126470%8
Nurse Practitioner0114926065%8.2
Dietitian1014716571%7.2
Mental Health Service Worker2133794751%7.4
Respiratory Therapy Technician3033576571%3.9
Occupational Therapy Aide1013364549%7.5
Physical Therapy Assistant2022915863%4.9
Speech Language Pathologist3032365863%3.5
Qualified Social Worker2021145964%1.9
Occupational Therapy Assistant0113744%9.3
Medical Director011211%2
67 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
11 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 89%
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Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2024

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 $21K Rank #18 / 67Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 18th out of 67 homes we track in South Dakota for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the South Dakota average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 67 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Dakota that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
48% 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 $21K
South Dakota average $40K
Penalty History

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

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Aug 28, 2024 · $9K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Aug 28, 2024
$9K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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. 16.5
37% 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. 30.1
26% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 23.9

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly below average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 29.0%
30% 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 32.7%
43% 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 28.7%
8% 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 8.2%
64% worse 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 6.8%
52% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 4.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.3%
5% 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 5.6%
In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 5.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.4%
43% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 4.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 20.5%
16% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 24.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.6%
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 98.7%
In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 96.9%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.41
60% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 1.51

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.87
In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 1.85

Short-stay resident measures
Below average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
18% 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 1.2%
34% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 1.8%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 91.9%
18% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 78.2%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 18.1%
16% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 21.5%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 8.9%
24% better than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 11.7%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 4.1%
434% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 51.8%
In line with South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 48.2%
5% worse than South Dakota average

South Dakota average: 50.6%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 68
Medicare
6
8.8% of residents
Medicaid
35
51.5% of residents
Private pay or other
27
39.7% 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.

Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.

This home is administered by Paula Henrickson.

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 435042

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-storey

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Address 1.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Aberdeen's city center to Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.04 miles to nearest hospital (Avera St. Luke's Hospital)

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
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Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
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What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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SD AVG $4.2M
Rank #32 / 58
73%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 73%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
SD AVG 58.6%
Rank #6 / 58
435071
Prairie Heights Healthcare ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
AL
HOS
NH
SNF
Nw Aberdeen
99
Facility 99
SD AVG 69
Rank #21 / 116
63.6%
Facility 63.6%
SD AVG 84
Rank #30 / 33
-24%
3.68
Facility 3.68
SD AVG 4.34
Rank #30 / 65
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -39%-15%
$0
Facility $0
SD AVG $38.5k
Rank #1 / 67
5
Facility 5
SD AVG 14.8
Rank #4 / 65
1.7
Facility 1.7
SD AVG 3.3
Rank #12 / 65
-63-
85
Facility 85
SD AVG 42
Rank #1 / 148
-
$11.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SD AVG $7.1M
Rank #5 / 58
$6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SD AVG $4.2M
Rank #10 / 58
54.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
SD AVG 58.6%
Rank #37 / 58
435004
Bethesda Home of Aberdeen ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
AL
HC
NH
RC
SNF
Aberdeen (Melrose Addition)
86
Facility 86
SD AVG 69
Rank #27 / 116
95.8%
Facility 95.8%
SD AVG 84
Rank #3 / 33
+14%
4.46
Facility 4.46
SD AVG 4.34
Rank #15 / 65
 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ -22%+3%
$0
Facility $0
SD AVG $38.5k
Rank #1 / 67
7
Facility 7
SD AVG 14.8
Rank #9 / 65
2.3
Facility 2.3
SD AVG 3.3
Rank #19 / 65
-82-
12
Facility 12
SD AVG 42
Rank #127 / 148
Scott Eisenbeisz
$9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SD AVG $7.1M
Rank #9 / 58
$7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SD AVG $4.2M
Rank #8 / 58
74.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 74.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
SD AVG 58.6%
Rank #4 / 58
435073
Aberdeen Health and Rehab ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Aberdeen
78
Facility 78
SD AVG 69
Rank #38 / 116
94.4%
Facility 94.4%
SD AVG 84
Rank #5 / 33
+12%
4.21
Facility 4.21
SD AVG 4.34
Rank #21 / 65
 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ +1%-3%
$44.2k
Facility $44.2k
SD AVG $38.5k
Rank #50 / 67
27
Facility 27
SD AVG 14.8
Rank #56 / 65
4.5
Facility 4.5
SD AVG 3.3
Rank #51 / 65
474-
8
Facility 8
SD AVG 42
Rank #139 / 148
Kristopher Glaser
$7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SD AVG $7.1M
Rank #18 / 58
$4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SD AVG $4.2M
Rank #18 / 58
58.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 58.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
SD AVG 58.6%
Rank #17 / 58
435041
Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
AL
NH
IL
SNF
Aberdeen
81
Facility 81
SD AVG 69
Rank #32 / 116
95.7%
Facility 95.7%
SD AVG 84
Rank #4 / 33
+14%
4.85
Facility 4.85
SD AVG 4.34
Rank #13 / 65
 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ -24%+12%
$8.8k
Facility $8.8k
SD AVG $38.5k
Rank #18 / 67
12
Facility 12
SD AVG 14.8
Rank #25 / 65
1.7
Facility 1.7
SD AVG 3.3
Rank #12 / 65
378-
31
Facility 31
SD AVG 42
Rank #93 / 148
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in South Dakota

Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community is located in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in South Dakota.

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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 Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community

Is Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community has a walk score of 31. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community?

According to SD state health department records, Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community's license number is 10590.

What is the occupancy rate at Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community?

Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community's occupancy is 96%.

How long has Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community been in business?

Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community?

Yes, Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.

Does Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community is registered as a non-profit in SD.

Who is the administrator of Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community?

Paula Henrickson is the administrator of Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community.

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