Alyssa Hayes
Aug 2026
Traveling through and had to get my 6 month old checked out. Staff was amazing and efficient.
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 44
- Medicare rating
- 1 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 44
- Inspections
- View history (20 citations)
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Sanford Chamberlain Care Center is a small skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Chamberlain, South Dakota, holding a below-average 2.9 out of 5 rating from a modest number of Google reviews. No individual review comments, amenities, or pricing details were provided, so there isn't enough material to describe specific family experiences.
The Bad
- Below-average Google rating of 2.9 out of 5 from a small review pool
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center is a senior living community in Chamberlain, South Dakota offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Housekeeping and Laundry Service. Families rate it 3.1 out of 5 across 13 reviews.
About Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center
Sanford Chamberlain Care Center is a skilled nursing / long term care community in Chamberlain, South Dakota. The community is licensed for up to 44 residents.
Families rate Sanford Chamberlain Care Center 2.9 out of 5 based on 12 Google reviews.
Contact the community directly to ask about availability, pricing, and tours, or browse the photos and reviews here to see if it could be the right fit for your family.
Types of Care at Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center
3.1overall · 13 ratings combined
3.1★ on Google (13)
Everett Grey Owl
Feb 2026
Do not send your loved ones here, it’s better you make the extra hour drive to Mitchell to receive better healthcare. The staff here are very prejudice against the Native Americans that come through. Sanford chamberlain needs a better and professional person to answer their calls. I called to the hospital to check in my mother and the Lady that answered the phone had an ugly tone in her voice like she already knew who who the call was in regards to, so when I asked for the ER she said “ sure” like it was a problem for me to call and be concerned about my mother. The ER provider answered and was more respectful, although I was upset from how the First Lady answered the phone I was just kind of upset ER provider wouldn’t tell me how my mother is doing and is making me wait for my mother to call me herself.<br>Remember your phone calls are recorded!
Anne Whitney
Jul 2023
This is the only hospital with is 60 miles of our small town and is known for their lack of care and hospitality for all their patients. I called the hospital on my way in 30 min away and let them know what happened and we were on our way with my 8 year old som who Clearly has a broken wrist, after an hour and half of sitting he was given ibuprofen for his pain, after he was taken into do X-rays. It is now 1 hour and 45 min into our visit .
David Pryor
Feb 2023
a month ago I had to rush my wife here because she couldn't stand sit up and talk clearly they did a CT and said she's OK and released here. the next day she wasn't any better so went to another hospital where they found out she suffered a stroke and because this hospital didn't do the proper test and treat here it probably caused permanent damage and she will probably have to use a walker for the rest of her life. as soon as we find a attorney we will be filling charges for malpractice
Steven Driver
Aug 2022
Friendly and respectful and treated my daughter really well
Government Inspection History
7 inspection visits in the last three years, 20 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Aug 14, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 28, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 28, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 28, 2025
Jun 12, 2025Health Complaint3 citations
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 11, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 11, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 11, 2025
Jan 9, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 8, 2025
Dec 27, 2024Health Complaint3 citations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 25, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 25, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 25, 2025
Oct 31, 2024Health Complaint3 citations
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 29, 2024
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 29, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 29, 2024
Jul 11, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard7 citations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 31, 2024
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 Jul 31, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 31, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 31, 2024
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 29, 2024
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 1, 2024
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 12, 2024
Aug 10, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth StandardNo citations
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 Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center offer?
Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center located?
Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center is located at 300 S Byron Blvd in Chamberlain, South Dakota.
What do families say about Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center?
Sanford Chamberlain Care Center is a small skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Chamberlain, South Dakota, holding a below-average 2.9 out of 5 rating from a modest number of Google reviews. No individual review comments, amenities, or pricing details were provided, so there isn't enough material to describe specific family experiences.
How did Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center do on recent health and safety inspections?
Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center had 7 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 20 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.
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