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The cost of independent living in Thomas is about $3,804 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 23 options. Read 5 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.

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So much to say about StoneyBrook Suites. Great staff, and great facilities. Physical therapy on sight. Services for women's hair on sight. There's always something to do at StoneyBrook, with daily...
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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When my step father was at home he was not one to do much of anything he rarely ever left the house. But since he has been here he is participating most in the afternoon activities which is amazing. He has...
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.
Welcome to Edgewood Vista in Brookings! Enjoy just the right level of care in Edgewood's warm, home-like Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Brookings. It is the ideal combination of living spaces, care and amenities to promote residents' health and well-being. Assisted Living: Help...
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I have been gaining weight since moving into StoneyBrook. Look forward to all the meals, but esp the pizza and ice cream meals. My rating on activities is a little lower because I am blind and cannot...
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, 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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Everyone wants to live in a clean, quiet and desirable neighborhood. This community has three buildings with eight apartment homes in each — plus spacious, beautifully maintained grounds with a playground and basketball court just for fun.
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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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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
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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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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
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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: Assisted 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.
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...

Cost of independent living in Thomas, SD

The average cost of senior living in Thomas is $3,804 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Shore, SD with an average of $2,596 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Thomas, SD vs. nearby cities

Thomas, SD
$3,804/mo
$3,098/mo
$3,098/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Thomas, SD vs. the state and national average

Thomas, SD
$3,804/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Thomas vs. other types of senior living

$4,605/mo
Independent Living
$3,804/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Thomas, SD by room type

Studio
$3,983/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,030/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,288/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Thomas

Recent reviews for independent living in Thomas

Edgewood Brookings

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My mom's husband has only been there a short time, but so far the care and concern they show to both him and my mom as the caregiver has been exceptional. I would recommend Edgewood Vista memory care unit to families needing this service.

Thomas independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thomas independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thomas, 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 Thomas 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 Thomas partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Thomas, SDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
15.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.7%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Thomas 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 Thomas communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
7.7%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thomas 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 Thomas offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thomas, SDNational
Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.7%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.1%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.1%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
23.1%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.1%
45.7%
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StoneyBrook Suites Watertown, Edgewood Brookings and StoneyBrook Suites Brookings are the top-rated independent living facilities near Thomas, South Dakota. See full list of communities.

There are 23 independent living facilities near Thomas, South Dakota. See the full list.

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