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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...
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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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...
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.
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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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, Memory Care
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.
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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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Cost of assisted living in Pennington County, SD

The average cost of senior living in Pennington County is $3,866 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sturgis, SD with an average of $3,080 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Pennington County, SD vs. nearby counties

Pennington County, SD
$3,866/mo
$3,866/mo

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

Pennington County, SD
$3,866/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Pennington County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,866/mo
$3,866/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Pennington County, SD by room type

1 Bedroom
$4,410/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,695/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Pennington County, 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 Pennington County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Pennington County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Pennington County

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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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!

Pennington County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pennington County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pennington County, 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 Pennington County 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 Pennington County 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
60%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
57.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
20%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Pennington County 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 Pennington County 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
20%
51.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
41.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pennington County 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 Pennington County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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No sugar
No sugar
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Availability of select dining options in Pennington County 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 Pennington County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
42%
Room service
Room service
20%
35.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pennington County 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 Pennington County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
46.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Pennington County

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 Pennington County protect seniors.

Learn about South Dakota Assisted Living regulations

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The Victorian, Edgewood Rapid City and Fairmont Grand Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Pennington County, South Dakota. See full list of communities.

There are 5 assisted living facilities near Pennington County, South Dakota. See the full list.

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