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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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This place has been a blessing. My father is in memory care here and he tells me daily how lucky he is to be in such a nice place. He loves the staff. Tells me they are wonderful people. They are always...
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 Spearfish! Enjoy life overlooking the beautiful Black Hills at Edgewood in Spearfish, with the ideal combination of living spaces, care and amenities. Built in 2004, Edgewood expanded and upgraded in 2011 with more space, a movie theater, activity room and new dining...
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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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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
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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.
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.
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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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Cost of assisted living in Buffalo Chip, SD

The average cost of senior living in Buffalo Chip is $3,441 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sturgis, SD with an average of $3,080 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buffalo Chip, SD vs. nearby cities

Buffalo Chip, SD
$3,441/mo
$3,080/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buffalo Chip, SD vs. the state and national average

Buffalo Chip, SD
$3,441/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buffalo Chip vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,441/mo
$3,441/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Buffalo Chip, SD by room type

Studio
$3,665/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,665/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Buffalo Chip over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Buffalo Chip, 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 Buffalo Chip.

What families are saying about assisted living in Buffalo Chip

Recent reviews for assisted living in Buffalo Chip

Edgewood Spearfish Senior Living LLC

4.0
I had recently taken a tour of this community for my loved one and I have no complaints of how things had went for her. She had to recently leave due to health related issues but it had nothing to do with the overall facility. I was very comfortable with the care the staff provided and thought ...
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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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Buffalo Chip assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo Chip assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo Chip, 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 Buffalo Chip 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 Buffalo Chip that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
52.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.9%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
11.1%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
77.8%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
11.1%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
11.1%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Buffalo Chip 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 Buffalo Chip Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
51.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
11.1%
41.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buffalo Chip 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 Buffalo Chip partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
35.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo Chip 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 Buffalo Chip offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
11.1%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
31%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.2%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
11.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
11.1%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.1%
41%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
11.1%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
11.1%
46.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
11.1%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Buffalo Chip

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 Buffalo Chip protect seniors.

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The Victorian, Edgewood Spearfish Senior Living LLC and Aspen Grove Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Buffalo Chip, South Dakota. See full list of communities.

There are 9 assisted living facilities near Buffalo Chip, South Dakota. See the full list.

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