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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Chester, SD
Assisted living costs in Chester average about $3,703 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 45 communities in Chester. Our detailed directory has 58 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Madison, Dell Rapids and Garretson.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My mother has lived here for just over 3 years. The facility is so very clean, with excellent ambiance and a very friendly, professional staff. They are getting more and more creative with outings and...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Cost of assisted living in Chester, SD
The average cost of senior living in Chester is $3,703 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Trent, SD with an average of $2,497 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Chester, SD vs. nearby cities
Chester, SD
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Chester, SD vs. the state and national average
Chester, SD
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Chester vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Chester, SD by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Chester over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Chester, SD
Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Chester.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Chester
Recent reviews for assisted living in Chester
Washington Crossing in Sioux Falls, SD
4.5
I like the feeling of the hominess here and my apt is very nice, the staff is very nice and they are attentive too. I enjoy going to the dining room for my meals and they offer 4 choices at each meal which is nice. I really like living in this community.
StoneyBrook Suites Sioux Falls
5.0
Our family feels that Stoneybrook Suites is a very good choice at a great price point.
Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living in Sioux Falls, SD
5.0
The whole staff of Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living Center were and are extremely helpful. The Community Resource Director was especially helpful in numerous ways. This included setting up assessments, medical appointments, good communication throughout the process of being placed, getting some ...
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Chester assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chester assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chester, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Chester assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Chester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Chester, SDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
20.5%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
2.6%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.9%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
23.1%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
5.1%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
17.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
17.9%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Chester assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Chester Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Chester, SDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20.5%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.7%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
15.4%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.7%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chester assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Chester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chester, SDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.8%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.8%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
10.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.9%
35.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Chester assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Chester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chester, SDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10.3%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
7.7%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.6%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chester assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Chester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chester, SDNational
Activity director
Activity director
15.4%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.7%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.8%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25.6%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
15.4%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.1%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.4%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
15.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
5.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.8%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.8%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Chester
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about South Dakota assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Chester protect seniors.
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The Inn on Westport, Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living and Trail Ridge Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Chester, South Dakota. See full list of communities.
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