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Sunset Manor Avera

129 E Clay St

3.4(14 ratings)

Sunset Manor Avera, photo 11 / 4

Quick Facts

Total units
58
Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Other
Certified beds
58

Sunset Manor Avera is a senior living community in Irene, South Dakota offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.4 out of 5 across 14 reviews.

About Sunset Manor Avera

Sunset Manor Avera Health is a skilled nursing / long term care community in Irene, South Dakota. The community is licensed for up to 58 residents.

Families rate Sunset Manor Avera Health 3.3 out of 5 based on 13 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 Sunset Manor Avera

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 (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Sunset Manor Avera

3.4overall · 14 ratings combined

3.4★ on Google (14)

Renee Diaz

Jul 2023

via Google

My mom went here, and everyone was so kind to my mom, I wanted to thank the nursing staff for all the love and care they gave her, I truly appreciate it.

Cedar Flores

Aug 2022

via Google

Horrifically abusive. Do not send your loved ones here. It should be shut down.

Darla Redinger

Oct 2019

via Google

This is the worst place i have ever seen in my life! The dont take care of people here. Let them fall off bed and say its not their fault. Would never ever recommend this place to my worst enemy. Staff is very uncaring and unfriendly. Horrible

Chad Hennings (Papa Chad)

Jun 2018

via Google

If you Love your family member don't put them here!

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Government Inspection History

7 inspection visits in the last three years, 30 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

May 5, 2026Health Complaint2 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 Jun 3, 2026

  • 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 Jun 3, 2026

Dec 31, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard10 citations
  • Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 8, 2026

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 4, 2026

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 4, 2026

  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 4, 2026

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 16, 2026

  • Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 31, 2025

  • Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 4, 2026

  • 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 31, 2025

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 4, 2026

  • Have correct number of accessible exits for each story.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 31, 2025

Jun 18, 2025Health Complaint3 citations
  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 16, 2025

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 22, 2025

  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 16, 2025

Feb 12, 2025Health Complaint2 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 Mar 13, 2025

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 13, 2025

Sep 25, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity H of L: actual harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 23, 2024

  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity H of L: actual harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 23, 2024

Aug 8, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard5 citations
  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 6, 2024

  • Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 22, 2024

  • Have exits that are accessible at all times.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 27, 2024

  • Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 7, 2024

  • Have correct number of accessible exits for each story.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction

Jul 13, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 12, 2023

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 12, 2023

  • Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2023

  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 12, 2023

  • Have horizontal exits used in accordance with safety requirements.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 12, 2023

  • Have correct number of accessible exits for each story.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 12, 2023

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 Sunset Manor Avera offer?

Sunset Manor Avera offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Sunset Manor Avera located?

Sunset Manor Avera is located at 129 E Clay St in Irene, South Dakota.

How did Sunset Manor Avera do on recent health and safety inspections?

Sunset Manor Avera had 7 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 30 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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