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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Thunderbird Colony, SD
The cost of independent living in Thunderbird Colony is about $2,830 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 2 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 Norbeck, Brentwood Colony and Millard.
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We picked this community, because they had an opening and we liked the place. I would tell a friend that, It's a great place and to go visit. Overall, I would recommend this community to other families.
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.
Independent living at Derian Lodge is recommended for seniors who are seeking independence with benefits and conveniences of a retirement community in an environment that transcends the status quo and provides a new level of engagement. We offer activity programs focusing on enriching the lives...
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.
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
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
Heartland Senior Apartments offer quiet, comfortable, easy living for elderly seniors 62 and older or handicapped and the disabled in Redfield, MN. Everything is located right here in this delightful two-story building u2014 an on-site laundry, a community room where residents enjoy serving pot...
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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Experience Assisted Living at Derian Place where we allow residents to get the most out of every day with assistance only where and when needed. We offer a distinctly full lifestyle enrichment program so that there is always an opportunity to try something new, partake in a favorite hobby or get...
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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Cost of independent living in Thunderbird Colony, SD
The average cost of senior living in Thunderbird Colony is $2,830 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gettysburg, SD with an average of $400 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Thunderbird Colony, SD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Thunderbird Colony, SD vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Thunderbird Colony vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Thunderbird Colony, SD by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Thunderbird Colony
Recent reviews for independent living in Thunderbird Colony
Derian Lodge Senior Living in Aberdeen, SD
5.0
We chose Derian Lodge because of the value for the money as well as the cleanliness. Everyone was very friendly when we walked in for the tour. The apartment sizes here are wonderful, one complaint she has had though it that the patios on the apartments are kind of small.
I would definitely ...
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Thunderbird Colony independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thunderbird Colony independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thunderbird Colony, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dining options in Thunderbird Colony 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 Thunderbird Colony communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Thunderbird Colony, SDNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.2%
42.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thunderbird Colony 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 Thunderbird Colony offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thunderbird Colony, SDNational
Activity director
Activity director
18.2%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.2%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.2%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
42.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.2%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
18.2%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Derian Lodge Senior Living, Faulkton Senior Living and The Meadows of Faulkton Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Thunderbird Colony, South Dakota. See full list of communities.
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