What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.

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Jenkin‘s Living Center

215 S Maple, Watertown, SD 57201 View Map

Jenkin‘s Living Center is an Independent Living Home in South Dakota

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118

Total Staff

116

Employees

Contractors

28,522

Total Hours (Quarter)

Avg Staff/Day

7.3

Avg Shift (hrs)

Nursing Staff Breakdown

Role ⓘ	Count ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ	Uses Contractors? ⓘ
Registered Nurse	9	7.2	No
Licensed Practical Nurse	20	7.4	No
Certified Nursing Assistant	31	7.6	No

Staff by Category

Administration

1 staff

7.8hs shift avg

Nursing Staff

90 staff

7.4hs shift avg

Physicians & Practitioners

6 staff

7.6hs shift avg

Therapy Services

9 staff

6.8hs shift avg

Activities & Recreation

0 staff

0hs shift avg

Social Services

1 staff

7.2hs shift avg

Dietary Services

8 staff

6.2hs shift avg

Other Services

3 staff

7hs shift avg

Contractor Analysis

0.4%

of total hours from contractors

124 contractor hours this quarter

Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Role ⓘ	Employees ⓘ	Contractors ⓘ	Total Staff ⓘ	Total Hours ⓘ	Days Worked ⓘ	% of Days ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ
Certified Nursing Assistant	31	0	31	8,560	91	100%	7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse	20	0	20	5,366	91	100%	7.4
Nurse Aide in Training	19	0	19	2,691	88	97%	7
Other Dietary Services Staff	7	0	7	1,793	89	98%	5.8
Registered Nurse	9	0	9	1,758	89	98%	7.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist	5	0	5	1,416	80	88%	7.5
RN Director of Nursing	3	0	3	1,217	66	73%	8
Mental Health Service Worker	3	0	3	1,150	69	76%	7
Speech Language Pathologist	2	0	2	691	65	71%	5.7
Medication Aide/Technician	8	0	8	567	59	65%	6.6
Dietitian	1	0	1	494	63	69%	7.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician	2	0	2	478	63	69%	7.4
Nurse Practitioner	1	0	1	472	59	65%	8
Physical Therapy Assistant	1	0	1	471	60	66%	7.8
Administrator	1	0	1	468	60	66%	7.8
Physical Therapy Aide	2	0	2	433	59	65%	7.3
Qualified Social Worker	1	0	1	373	52	57%	7.2
Occupational Therapy Aide	0	1	1	74	13	14%	5.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant	0	1	1	50	6	7%	8.4

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Jenkin‘s Living Center

Watertown

110

AUSTIN, DOUG

67.1%

$11,392,165.00

$6,786,901.00

59.6%

68.70

1/5

4.4413

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Jenkin‘s Living Center

Type of care: AL

Community: Watertown

Bed Count: 110

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: AUSTIN, DOUG

CCN: 435036

Occupancy: 67.1%

Home Revenue: $11,392,165.00

Payroll Costs: $6,786,901.00

Payroll %: 59.6%

Avg Residents/Day: 68.70

Overall Rating: 1/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.4413

Health Insp Rating: 1/5

Staffing Rating: 4/5

QM Rating: 3/5

Number of Fines: 2

Bed Options: Private Rooms

Benet Place Senior Apartments

Type of care: AL IL MC SNF

Community: Watertown

Bed Count: 38

Pets Allowed: Yes

Bed Options: Private Rooms

Edgewood Prairie Crossings Assisted Living

Type of care: AL IL MC SNF

Community: Sioux Falls

Bed Count: 68

Pets Allowed: No

Bed Options: Private Rooms

Edgewood Watertown

Type of care: AL IL

Community: Watertown

Bed Count: 66

Pets Allowed: No

Bed Options: Private Rooms

Good Samaritan Sioux Valley Community

Type of care: AL

Community: Watertown

Pets Allowed: No

Bed Options: Private Rooms

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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.

Official Program Page

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).

Official Program Page

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.

Official Program Page

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).

Official Program Page

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.

Official Program Page

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).

Official Program Page

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.