Primrose Cottages – Aberdeen
Independent Living & Memory Care · Aberdeen

Primrose Cottages – Aberdeen

Independent Living & Memory Care · Aberdeen

Overview of Primrose Cottages – Aberdeen

Offering spacious nursing home living options, Primrose Cottages in Aberdeen prides itself on modern comfort that provides residents with nothing short of an excellent retirement experience. Primrose also has senior townhomes available should you find yourself needing more space than their considerably large apartments, for a more home-style feel with an added tinge of luxury in terms of amenities and professional chef-curated meals, daily.

On top of impressive floor areas, an adept nursing staff provides round-the-clock service to residents for consistent well-being monitoring that is neither invasive nor disruptive, allowing for each individual to maintain their routines and sense of freedom in the nursing home facility.

(605) 226-4040
Walk Score
Walk Score: 7 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Safety & Compliance

Emergency Systems24-hour nurse staffing, rapid response call system.
Safety FeaturesSafety checks provided.

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Scheduled Transportation
Outside Patio
Spacious Dining Rooms
Attractive Open Floor Plans
Lawn Care And Snow Removal Included
Courtyards
Laundry Facilities
Wellness Center
Individual Air Conditioning And Heat
Library
ActivitiesSee our activity calendar for details.
Specific ProgramsTownhome Villas, Signature Programs, Telehealth for Seniors

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionResidents dine restaurant-style with a menu they can choose from.

Types of Care at Primrose Cottages – Aberdeen

Independent Living Memory Care

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in South Dakota

Primrose Cottages – Aberdeen 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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Primrose Cottages – Aberdeen

Is Primrose Cottages – Aberdeen in a walkable area?

Primrose Cottages – Aberdeen has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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What is the phone number of Primrose Cottages – Aberdeen?

(605) 226-4040 will put you in contact with the team at Primrose Cottages – Aberdeen.

Is Primrose Cottages – Aberdeen Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Primrose Cottages – Aberdeen is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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