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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Rapid City, SD
Assisted living costs in Rapid City average about $4,007 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 13 communities in Rapid City. Our detailed directory has 23 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 Blackhawk, Hermosa and Tilford.
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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...
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.
The Victorian Assisted Living & Retirement Center offers assisted living care living for seniors.Individual apartment units are complemented with a luxurious lounge area for residents to unwind, relax, and connect with other members of the community. Enter the community dining room, where our...
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We chose The Village at Skyline Pines because they had immediate vacancy while we were looking. The staff have been wonderful to work with and are super caring about their residents. My loved one was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Perched above Mount Rushmore Road in the medical corridor of south Rapid City, we offer a nurturing environment for our residents in order to provide an individualized assisted living home. We understand the unique challenges faced throughout your day. Here at the Village we want to provide an...
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I am so happy with Fairmont Grand it was not easy finding a place to suit my mothers needs and the staff have been wonderful helping her to adjust to this new living arrangement. The staff does go the extra...
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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.
Fairmont Grand offers a wide-range of services designed to meet your or your loved one’s unique needs. No one senior is alike so we provide lifestyle options that meet your individual needs. We call this resident-centered care.Welcome to Fairmont Grand, an Independent Living and 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Edgewood has been great for my mom. The people working there are friendly and so caring. The activities are plentiful, fun and give the residents opportunities to socialize. The facility is clean and well...
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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
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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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of assisted living in Rapid City, SD
The average cost of senior living in Rapid City is $4,007 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sturgis, SD with an average of $3,370 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rapid City, SD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Rapid City, SD vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Rapid City, SD by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Rapid City, 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 Rapid City.
Private income options in South Dakota
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VA benefits in South Dakota
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Medicare and Medicaid in South Dakota
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What families are saying about assisted living in Rapid City
Recent reviews for assisted living in Rapid City
The Victorian in Rapid City, SD
4.0
Overall, things have been going well for my loved one at The Victorian. He doesn't like the food, The parking here is not good, and there have been some miscommunications about things. The first month there was a little rough, but things are getting better. They have some activities like Bingo ...
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The Village at Skyline Pines in Rapid City, SD
5.0
The Village is amazing! They have gone above and beyond to accommodate my loved one prior to their passing. My loved one had to go to the hospital and they had one of the staff member go with my loved one to ensure they were safe. The community worked well with outside home health.
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Fairmont Grand Senior Living in Rapid City, SD
5.0
My loved one enjoyed her stay at Fairmont while she was here! She received more than enough care, as the staff were wonderful with giving her the care that she needed. They also were very gracious with catering to our family's requests. Everything went just fine at this facility!
Rapid City assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rapid City assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rapid City, 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 Rapid City 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 Rapid City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rapid City, SDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
45.5%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.2%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.8%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.9%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.4%
56.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.8%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
18.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
27.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Rapid City 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 Rapid City Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rapid City, SDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
27.3%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
9.1%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
18.2%
41%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rapid City 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 Rapid City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rapid City, SDNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
36.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Rapid City 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 Rapid City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rapid City, SDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.2%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rapid City 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 Rapid City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rapid City, SDNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Rapid City
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 Rapid City protect seniors.
Related senior services in Rapid City, South Dakota
In Rapid City, South Dakota, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Rapid City is car-dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands or may rely on public transportation. Public transportation is provided by Rapid Transit System which offers affordable fares and convenient routes.
Rapid City offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. There are three hospitals in a five-mile radius that provide services to the city — Same Day Surgery Center, Monument Health Rapid City, and Black Hills Surgical Hospital LLP.
Rapid City is nicknamed The City of Presidents due to its most famous attraction — Mount Rushmore. The city is also home to 43 life-size bronze statues of presidents that can be found on street corners throughout the city. Minneluzahan Senior Citizen and Canyon Lake Activity Center are the two senior centers in the city. Other popular attractions include The Journey Museum and Learning Center and Badlands National Park.
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The Victorian, The Village at Skyline Pines and Fairmont Grand Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Rapid City, South Dakota. See full list of communities.
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