Best Skilled Nursing in Rapid City, South Dakota
10 communities found
Rapid City has 10 skilled nursing communities, all residential in setting, with 9 of them rated by families and an average score of 4.1 out of 5 across 249 reviews read. Medicare's own star ratings tell a different story: of the 8 communities with data, the average is 2.6 stars, with 2 rated four or higher and 2 rated at just one star. Families weighing these options may want to look at both sets of numbers before deciding.
- 10communities
- 4.1average rating, 9 rated
- 249family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Westhills Village
Rapid City, South Dakota
4.4(31)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Avantara North
Rapid City, South Dakota
4.4(28)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Avantara Saint Cloud
Rapid City, South Dakota
4.4(21)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Legacy Place at Good Samaritan - St. Martin Village
Rapid City, South Dakota
5(1)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Avantara Arrowhead
Rapid City, South Dakota
4.3(26)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Good Samaritan Society - St Martin Village
Rapid City, South Dakota
4.3(15)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Clarkson Health Care
Rapid City, South Dakota
4.3(6)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Avantara Mountain View
Rapid City, South Dakota
4.2(56)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Peaceful Pines Senior Living at Rapid City
Rapid City, South Dakota
3.4(22)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Fountain Springs Healthcare
Rapid City, South Dakota
3.3(43)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Rapid City
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.4 (31 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 44 units
Families and residents describe a well-run continuing care community praising the rehab and therapy team, attentive nursing staff, and active social calendar.
- 2
4.4 (28 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 68 units
- 3
4.4 (21 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 78 units
- 4
4.3 (26 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 68 units
- 5
Good Samaritan Society - St Martin Village
4.3 (15 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 60 units
Good Samaritan Society - St Martin Village holds a 4.3 rating from 15 Google reviews, though specific amenities and program details were not provided.
- 6
4.3 (6 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 49 units
Reviews are mixed, with some families praising attentive, professional staff and a clean facility while one reported poor care and dismissive administration.
- 7
4.2 (56 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 101 units
Many families call Avantara Mountain View warm and attentive, though others raised cleanliness, safety, and inadequate care concerns worth asking about directly.
- 8
Peaceful Pines Senior Living at Rapid City
3.4 (22 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe Peaceful Pines as warm and clean with attentive staff, though some mention staffing shortages and one reported communication problems with management.
- 9
3.3 (43 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 90 units
What families say about skilled nursing in Rapid City
Counted across the review summaries of 10 Rapid City communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff and the quality of medical and nursing care, each mentioned in 70% of the 10 communities, and half point to a good calendar of activities and social life. The most common complaint is communication with families, raised in 60% of communities, followed by concerns about cost and billing in 40%, and smaller shares noting staffing turnover or management issues at 20% each.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 70%
- Medical and nursing care 70%
- Activities and social life 50%
- Memory care 40%
- Building and grounds 30%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 60%
- Cost and billing 40%
- Staffing levels and turnover 20%
- Management 20%
“They have the best team, to take care of your loved ones. They specialize in memory care, and are equipped for all your needs.”
“Westhills Village is a beautiful facility that has activities, events that keeps you busy. The residents are amazing and the staff is caring and helpful. Its a great place to be!”
“The entire staff are friendly and courteous. They take great care of my dad. He always has his needs provided for. He enjoys the meals and having FaceTime visits with family. These people really care!!”
Skilled Nursing in Rapid City: the figures
- •Of the 8 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60.
- •8 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3 out of 5: 2 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: emergency call system (10), wheelchair accessible (10), 24-hour staff (10), medication management (10), housekeeping (10), on-site nurse (rn) (10).
How families pay for skilled nursing in South Dakota
Most families in South Dakota start by paying privately, often drawing on savings, retirement income and, when needed, the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, if a parent purchased a policy years ago, can also help cover assisted living, memory care or independent living costs, though it is worth reviewing the policy closely to understand what it actually pays for and for how long. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that adds money on top of a regular VA pension to help with the cost of daily care, and this is worth exploring early since the application process can take time.
The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in South Dakota.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 10 communities listed in Rapid City, 249 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Rapid City ask about.
- Home Care in South Dakota: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Rapid City: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Rapid City, South Dakota?
MyLivingChoice lists 10 skilled nursing long term care communities in Rapid City, South Dakota, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Rapid City are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Westhills Village (4.4★, 31 ratings), Avantara North (4.4★, 28 ratings), Avantara Saint Cloud (4.4★, 21 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Rapid City?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Rapid City has assisted living (16 communities), independent living (10 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (10 communities), memory care (7 communities), home health (6 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Rapid City?
Families rate Rapid City skilled nursing long term care communities 4.1 out of 5 on average, across 249 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Rapid City skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 10 Rapid City communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 70%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 70%), activities and social life (mentioned for 50%). The most common concerns are communication with families (60%), cost and billing (40%), staffing levels and turnover (20%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Rapid City?
Of the 8 Rapid City communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Rapid City nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
8 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Rapid City carry an overall star rating, averaging 3 out of 5. 2 are rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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Home care agencies serving Rapid City bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
