Jeff Doering
Aug 2026
My mother spent her last week of life at this facility greatly caring, attentive, competent and compassionate staff all around regardless of role.
Avera Eureka Health Care Center
202 J Avenue
3.7(3 ratings)
Quick Facts
- Total units
- 56
- Medicare rating
- 2 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 56
- Inspections
- View history (10 citations)
- Hospital connection
- Co-located with a critical access hospital
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Avera Eureka Health Care Center is a small skilled nursing and long-term care community in Eureka, South Dakota, connected to a local hospital. Feedback is limited, with only three Google reviews, but those describe caring, attentive staff during a family member's final days, alongside a complaint about difficulty reaching the facility by phone.
The Good
- Reviewers describe staff as caring, attentive, and compassionate
- Praised for quality end-of-life care
- Positive mention of the local critical access hospital
The Bad
- One report of no email or online option, only phone contact
- No published pricing information available
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Avera Eureka Health Care Center is a senior living community in Eureka, South Dakota offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Families rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 3 reviews.
About Avera Eureka Health Care Center
Avera Eureka Health Care Center is a skilled nursing / long term care community in Eureka, South Dakota. The community is licensed for up to 56 residents.
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Types of Care at Avera Eureka Health Care Center
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Avera Eureka Health Care Center
3.7overall · 3 ratings combined
3.7★ on Google (3)
Todd Gross
Nov 2024
After much exploration, there is no way, other than a direct phone call to inquire about my mother’s long term care at the Eureka healthcare Center. An email, or online questionnaire would alleviate that problem, and save valuable time for patient care instead of wasteful time on a phone call.
Stefanie Iwan
Oct 2019
Great critical access hospital and staff!
Government Inspection History
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 10 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Feb 13, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 14, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 14, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 14, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 14, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 14, 2025
Meet other general requirements.
Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 14, 2025
Oct 19, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 10, 2023
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 10, 2023
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 23, 2023
Sep 1, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard1 citation
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 17, 2022
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Avera Eureka Health Care Center offer?
Avera Eureka Health Care Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Avera Eureka Health Care Center located?
Avera Eureka Health Care Center is located at 202 J Avenue in Eureka, South Dakota.
What do families say about Avera Eureka Health Care Center?
Avera Eureka Health Care Center is a small skilled nursing and long-term care community in Eureka, South Dakota, connected to a local hospital. Feedback is limited, with only three Google reviews, but those describe caring, attentive staff during a family member's final days, alongside a complaint about difficulty reaching the facility by phone.
How did Avera Eureka Health Care Center do on recent health and safety inspections?
Avera Eureka Health Care Center had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 10 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
How can families visit Avera Eureka Health Care Center?
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