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Independent Living in South Dakota

Overview of Independent Living in South Dakota

Officially nicknamed “The Mount Rushmore State” for its top tourist attraction, South Dakota stands out geographically from other states in the Great Plains. It has its share of wide-open grasslands, particularly in the central and eastern areas of the state. But the farther west you go, South Dakota starts to look more like the American West. Badlands National Park resembles a miniature desert mountain range with peaks you can traverse in just a few minutes. In the southwestern corner of the state are the more wooded Black Hills — a small, isolated mountain range that’s home to the gigantic granite monuments of Mount Rushmore and the work-in-progress Crazy Horse Memorial. South Dakota’s cities like Sioux Falls and Rapid City are quaint and inviting with a rustic charm. Between its natural beauty, wide-open spaces, and relatively inexpensive living costs, South Dakota is an ideal retirement destination.

Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 10 South Dakota retirement communities.

The median monthly cost of independent living in South Dakota is about $2,300.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in South Dakota

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Holiday Hills Estates

2620 Holiday Lane, Rapid City, SD 57702
9.4
Review Score
55 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Sandy H - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Mom moved out the end of April, due to health reason...but she really enjoyed her stay. Staff was wonderful, helpful, treated Mom great.. I highly recommend Holiday Hills Estates to others looking.

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The Inn on Westport

4000 S Westport Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57106
9.2
Review Score
19 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

They were quick to include her and make her feel at home. Activities , such as quilting, card nights, church, live music, and the food. She loved that the dining room had table cloths and they could sit...

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Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living

7400 S Louise Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57108
8.7
Review Score
13 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

We chose Ponderosa Lodge due to the value for the money as well as availability when we needed it. It has been a positive experience.

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Sioux Falls

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The Inn on Westport

4000 S Westport Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57106
9.2
Review Score
19 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

They were quick to include her and make her feel at home. Activities , such as quilting, card nights, church, live music, and the food. She loved that the dining room had table cloths and they could sit...

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15
15 Photos available

Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living

7400 S Louise Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57108
8.7
Review Score
13 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

We chose Ponderosa Lodge due to the value for the money as well as availability when we needed it. It has been a positive experience.

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7 Floor plans available

Trail Ridge Senior Living

3408 W Ralph Rogers Rd Suite 100, Sioux Falls, SD 57108
8.0
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6 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The overall experience was very good and the community is very clean. The staff are friendly and caring and do provide great care to the residents . The meals were good and they have a variety. The...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Dakota Dunes

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The Heritage at Northern Hills

4000-4002 Teton Trace, Sioux City, IA 51104
8.6
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23 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I live or lived in this community

The light and brightness of the place appealed to me. The people milling about seemed it would be a friendly community. Also, it seemed a beautiful, safe neighborhood for my young grandkids to come for care...

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Charter Senior Living at North Park Place

2562 Pierce St, Sioux City, IA 51104
8.6
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12 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The placement didn't workout since [name removed] needed nursing home Alzheimer's care. However, what we liked the most about this community was the cleanliness and the meals and dining. Based on the...

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Whispering Creek

2609 Nicklaus Blvd, Sioux City, IA 51106
8.0
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14 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Tom P - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Whispering Creek had an immediate availability for my loved one to be placed in a safe environment. they made moving in an easy and seamless transition. they even had someone visit our home in person to...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Rapid City

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Holiday Hills Estates

2620 Holiday Lane, Rapid City, SD 57702
9.4
Review Score
55 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Sandy H - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Mom moved out the end of April, due to health reason...but she really enjoyed her stay. Staff was wonderful, helpful, treated Mom great.. I highly recommend Holiday Hills Estates to others looking.

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The Victorian

1321 Columbus St, Rapid City, SD 57701
8.0
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2 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Lois - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

What I like about The Victorian is that it is small and very personable. Based on the experience I have had so far, I would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved...

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Peaceful Pines Senior Living Community

1760 Tablerock Rd, Rapid City, SD 57701
8.0
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5 reviews
JR - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Staff is friendly and pleasant during daily interactions and there are lots of entertainment activities on the calendar, either scheduled by Peaceful Pines or by residents. My mom says she is very happy...

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Top cities in South Dakota for independent living

8.6
Sioux Falls, SD
37 facilities
6.9
Rapid City, SD
13 facilities
6.8
Dakota Dunes, SD
15 facilities
Huron, SD
16 facilities
Spearfish, SD
12 facilities
Brookings, SD
7 facilities

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