Penni Ryckman
Oct 2025
Absolutely amazing care given to residents! Kind, caring staff. Clean facility. Wee maintained grounds. A truly phenomenal facility!
Estelline Nursing Home/Care Center
205 Fjerestad Avenue East4.8(26 ratings)
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1 / 6Quick Facts
- Total units
- 60
- Medicare rating
- 4 of 5
- Ownership
- Government, City
- Certified beds
- 60
- Inspections
- View history (4 citations)
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What Families Think
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Estelline Nursing And Care Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Estelline, South Dakota, licensed for up to 60 residents. Although no individual reviews are provided here, families have given the community a strong overall rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 26 Google reviews. No specific details about amenities or pricing are included in the available information.
What reviewers praise
- High average family rating of 4.8 out of 5
- Positive feedback across 26 Google reviews
- Focused specifically on skilled nursing and long-term care
What reviewers flag
- No published pricing information available
- No amenities or specific review details provided
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Estelline Nursing Home/Care Center is a senior living community in Estelline, South Dakota offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 26 reviews.
About Estelline Nursing Home/Care Center
Estelline Nursing Home/Care Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care community licensed for up to 60 residents in Estelline, South Dakota. The facility is government-owned by the city and holds Medicare and Medicaid certification for all beds.
The center offers 24-hour on-site nursing care with an RN, medication management, housekeeping, and laundry services. Residents have access to private rooms with private bathrooms, wheelchair accessibility, cable or satellite television, emergency call systems, a restaurant-style dining room, and social activities in gathering spaces.
Reviewers consistently praise the quality of care and cleanliness. Families report that staff are kind and caring, and one reviewer wrote that the grounds are "well maintained." The facility holds a 3 of 5 overall star rating from CMS.
Types of Care at Estelline Nursing Home/Care Center
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Social Activities
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Estelline Nursing Home/Care Center
4.8overall · 26 ratings combined
4.8★ on Google (26)
Bill Antonides
Dec 2022
Very caring staff, and the place is clean and well maintained. I feel grateful my in-laws are here.
Susan Linneman
Nov 2022
Top rated long term care facility
Jen Julien
May 2022
Friendly staff and very clean!
Leslie Apger
Jul 2021
Friendly people
Government Inspection History
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 4 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Apr 3, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth StandardNo citations
Dec 14, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard1 citation
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity L of L: immediate jeopardy, widespreadCorrected Jan 12, 2024
Dec 1, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 22, 2022
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 22, 2022
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 22, 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 Estelline Nursing Home/Care Center offer?
Estelline Nursing Home/Care Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Estelline Nursing Home/Care Center located?
Estelline Nursing Home/Care Center is located at 205 Fjerestad Avenue East in Estelline, South Dakota.
What do families say about Estelline Nursing Home/Care Center?
Estelline Nursing Home/Care Center carries a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 26 Google reviews. Estelline Nursing And Care Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Estelline, South Dakota, licensed for up to 60 residents. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.
How did Estelline Nursing Home/Care Center do on recent health and safety inspections?
Estelline Nursing Home/Care Center had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 4 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 Estelline Nursing Home/Care Center?
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