Sun Dial Manor

Sun Dial Manor is a Nursing Home in South Dakota

Sun Dial Manor is a Nursing Home in South Dakota

Sun Dial Manor

Bristol, SD 57219 View Map

Sun Dial Manor is a Nursing Home in South Dakota

Sun Dial Manor is a Nursing Home in South Dakota

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Overview of Sun Dial Manor
Sun Dial Manor is a not-for-profit senior care facility located in Bristol, South Dakota. It offers skilled nursing and assisted living services in a welcoming, rural setting. The facility is committed to providing compassionate, person-centered care.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.35/day South Dakota avg: 4.34/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
South Dakota avg: 2.7/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
South Dakota avg: 2.7/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
South Dakota avg: 3.3/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
2/5
South Dakota avg: 2.7/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 37

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the South Dakota average
Occupancy rate 77.4%
Residents per day (avg) 21
Occupancy rate
77.4%
Residents per day (avg)
21

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

42% 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 - 2 years

Medicaid

19% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$3.8M
Surplus of revenue
$319.5K
Voluntary non-profit home Other
Home revenue
$3,819,660.00
Surplus of revenue
$319,463.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$1.4M
37.8% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$2.1M
Total costs $3.5M
Bed community size
37-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

License Status
Active
Facility Type
Nursing Home
License Date
July 1, 2025

Additional licensing details

License number: 10598
CMS Certification Number: 435093
County: Day

Ownership & operating entity

Sun Dial Manor is administrated by Voss, Joy.

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

24-hour nursing care
Physical therapy
Occupational therapy
Speech therapy
In-room cable
Wi-Fi
Personalized living spaces

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, Outpatient Therapy, Social and recreational activities, Spiritual support, Transportation to medical appointments
Religious Services
Spiritual support and weekly services available.

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Nutritious meals and snacks provided.
Meals Included
Yes

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The information below is reported by the South Dakota Department of Health, Office of Health Care Facilities Licensure.
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Sun Dial Manor
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

SD 57219
37
No
-
SUN DIAL MANOR INC
77.4%
$3,685,149.00
$1,444,120.00
39.2%
21.30
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Address 0.0 miles from city center

Address Bristol, SD 57219

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

71
Total Staff
42
Employees
29
Contractors
9,000
Total Hours (Quarter)
13
Avg Staff/Day
7.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse119.2 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse89.3 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant318.2 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
53 staff
8.5hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
1 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Therapy Services
12 staff
3.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
1 staff
1.3hs shift avg
Dietary Services
2 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
20.3%
of total hours from contractors
1,827 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 4 Certified Nursing Assistant: 9 Licensed Practical Nurse: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant229313,86891100%8.2
Licensed Practical Nurse5381,35091100%9.3
Registered Nurse74111,2778695%9.2
Administrator1015006470%7.8
Mental Health Service Worker1014986673%7.5
Other Dietary Services Staff2024666268%7.5
Nurse Practitioner1014596369%7.3
Speech Language Pathologist0552535257%4.4
Respiratory Therapy Technician0441324246%2.9
Nurse Aide in Training303761618%4.5
Physical Therapy Assistant011582426%2.4
Occupational Therapy Aide0113133%10.2
Qualified Social Worker011181415%1.3
Physical Therapy Aide011151011%1.5

Health Inspection History

Total Health inspections 4
11% below South Dakota average
South Dakota average: 4.5

Last Health inspection on May 2025

Total Health citations 20
35% above South Dakota average
South Dakota average: 14.8

5 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 15 citations
Complaint investigations 6 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations 0
100% below South Dakota average
South Dakota average: 0.3
Serious Health citations 2
11% above South Dakota average
South Dakota average: 1.8
Moderate Health citations 18

Minor Health citations 0
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation May 21, 2025
Corrected

Administration moderate citation May 21, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation May 21, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation May 21, 2025
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
22 Total Residents
Medicare 1 (4.5%)
Medicaid 8 (36.4%)
Private Pay/Other 13 (59.1%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Nurse Aide Training
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

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 11.4
5% better than South Dakota average
South Dakota average: 12.0
Functional decline score 20.9
13% better than South Dakota average
South Dakota average: 23.9
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 21.3%
5% below South Dakota average.

Walking Ability Worsened 17.9%
21% below South Dakota average.

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 23.6%
11% below South Dakota average.
Safety & clinical stability

Falls with Major Injury 13.4%
166% above South Dakota average.

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 2.0%
55% below South Dakota average.

Urinary Tract Infection 4.2%
20% above South Dakota average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing

Depressive Symptoms 2.2%
47% below South Dakota average.

Antipsychotic Use 14.0%
43% below South Dakota average.
Preventive care

Pneumococcal Vaccine 100.0%
5% above South Dakota average.

Influenza Vaccine 96.2%
1% below South Dakota average.
Nutrition & physical health

Lost Too Much Weight 2.4%
56% below South Dakota average.
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine 85.2%

Near South Dakota average

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 $30K
This home paid 24% less in fines than the state average.
South Dakota average: $40K
Number of Fines 2
This home is near the state average.
South Dakota average: 2.0
Payment Denials 0
This home is near the state average.
South Dakota average: 0.0
Penalty History

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

Civil Money Penalty Oct 29, 2024
$17K
Civil Money Penalty Dec 21, 2023
$14K

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.

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