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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Parker, SD
The cost of independent living in Parker is about $4,158 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 40 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Sioux Falls, Tea and Harrisburg.
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9.2
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19 reviews
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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Welcome to The Inn on Westport. We offer everything desired for the active senior lifestyles, including truly private apartments at affordable prices for the Independent Retirees, those desiring Assisted Living services, and for those in need of Respite Care. We are conveniently...
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1313 Photos available
8.7
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13 reviews
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.
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.
At Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living we acknowledge that every individual requires different levels of care at varying points of their lives. We are dedicated to providing specialized care specifically tailored to each resident’s unique needs throughout the aging experience. Our levels of care...
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8.0
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6 reviews
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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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
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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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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.
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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: Independent Living
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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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 independent living in Parker, SD
The average cost of senior living in Parker is $4,158 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marion, SD with an average of $3,000 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Parker, SD vs. nearby cities
Parker, SD
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Parker, SD vs. the state and national average
Parker, SD
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Parker vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Parker, SD by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Parker over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Parker
Recent reviews for independent living in Parker
StoneyBrook Suites Sioux Falls
5.0
Our family feels that Stoneybrook Suites is a very good choice at a great price point.
Dow Rummel Village in Sioux Falls, SD
4.0
The staff was helpful. The food is good, I had no complaints. The room sizes are good. The layout of the community is good. They do not have any outdoor space. The staff at Dow Rummel Village is very good.
Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living in Sioux Falls, SD
5.0
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.
Parker independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Parker independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Parker, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Parker independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Parker partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Parker, SDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Parker independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Parker communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Parker, SDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Parker independent 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 independent living communities in Parker offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Parker, SDNational
Activity director
Activity director
21.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
14.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
7.1%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Inn on Westport, Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living and Trail Ridge Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Parker, South Dakota. See full list of communities.
There are 15 independent living facilities near Parker, South Dakota. See the full list.
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