A directory of belonging

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Places where community is built into where you live — not another club to visit, but somewhere the people around you are part of daily life. Monasteries that welcome guests, cohousing, co-ops, ecovillages, seniors villages, and neighbourhoods that actually function. Start where you are.

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Compiled with AI, checked by nobody yet. These are starting points, gathered for South Dakota — real places as far as we know, but details change. Verify with a phone call before you set your heart or drive across the state.

Live-in care communities

Assumption Community

Spearfish · Lawrence County

Assumption Community offers a range of living options for seniors, including assisted living and independent living, fostering a supportive environment. Residents benefit from various amenities and activities designed to promote well-being and social engagement.

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Avera Eureka Health Care Center

Eureka · McPherson County

Avera Eureka Health Care Center provides comprehensive long-term care and rehabilitation services. The facility focuses on creating a comfortable and caring atmosphere for all residents.

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Avera Gettysburg Hospital

Gettysburg · Potter County

Avera Gettysburg Hospital includes a long-term care unit, providing compassionate care for residents needing extended support. The facility is dedicated to fostering a sense of community and belonging.

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Live-in care communities

Avera Hand County Memorial Hospital & Clinic

Miller · Hand County

Avera Hand County Memorial Hospital & Clinic provides a long-term care unit for residents requiring ongoing medical and personal support. The staff is committed to delivering high-quality care in a supportive environment.

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Avera Oahe Manor

Gettysburg · Potter County

Avera Oahe Manor provides compassionate long-term care and rehabilitation services in a welcoming environment. Residents receive personalized attention and opportunities for social interaction.

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Live-in care communities

Bethel Lutheran Home

Madison · Lake County

Bethel Lutheran Home offers a range of senior living options, including skilled nursing and assisted living, focused on holistic well-being. It is known for its supportive community and compassionate care.

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Bethesda Home of Aberdeen

Aberdeen · Brown County

Bethesda Home provides skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and assisted living options. It is dedicated to offering compassionate care in a faith-based setting.

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Brookdale Aberdeen

Aberdeen · Brown County

Brookdale Aberdeen offers assisted living and memory care services, providing personalized support in a caring environment. The community focuses on resident well-being through engaging programs and compassionate care.

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Live-in care communities

Good Samaritan Society - Canistota

Canistota · McCook County

This Good Samaritan Society location offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services in a welcoming setting. Residents receive individualized care and have opportunities to participate in various social activities.

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Good Samaritan Society - Corsica

Corsica · Douglas County

Offering a continuum of care, this Good Samaritan Society location provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. The community emphasizes a holistic approach to resident care and quality of life.

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Good Samaritan Society - De Smet

De Smet · Kingsbury County

This Good Samaritan Society location offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services in a caring, faith-based environment. It serves as a vital community resource, providing compassionate care and fostering a sense of belonging for residents.

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Good Samaritan Society - Howard

Howard · Miner County

This community offers a range of care services, including skilled nursing and rehabilitation, in a supportive environment. Residents benefit from personalized care plans and engaging activities designed to promote well-being.

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Good Samaritan Society - Miller

Miller · Hand County

This Good Samaritan Society location offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to residents. It provides a supportive environment focused on health and well-being in a smaller community setting.

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Good Samaritan Society - Scotland

Scotland · Bon Homme County

This Good Samaritan Society location provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, dedicated to enhancing the lives of its residents. They offer a supportive community focused on health, healing, and spiritual care.

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Good Samaritan Society - Sioux Falls Center

Sioux Falls · Minnehaha County

This Good Samaritan Society location provides a range of care services, including skilled nursing and rehabilitation, within a supportive community environment. It focuses on holistic well-being for its residents.

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Good Samaritan Society - Wagner

Wagner · Charles Mix County

Good Samaritan Society - Wagner offers long-term care and rehabilitation services, committed to providing compassionate support. The community fosters a sense of belonging and well-being for all residents.

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Pioneer Memorial Hospital & Health Services - Viborg

Viborg · Turner County

Pioneer Memorial offers long-term care services within a hospital setting, providing comprehensive medical and daily living support. It serves as a vital community hub for senior care in the area.

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Prairie Creek Healthcare Community

Sioux Falls · Minnehaha County

Prairie Creek Healthcare Community offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services in a compassionate and supportive environment. They focus on personalized care plans and fostering a sense of community among residents and staff.

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Prairie View Healthcare Center

Woonsocket · Sanborn County

This healthcare center provides comprehensive long-term care and rehabilitation services in a rural setting. Residents benefit from a caring staff and a peaceful community environment.

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The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society - Canton

Canton · Lincoln County

This community offers a range of care services for seniors, including skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Residents benefit from a supportive environment focused on well-being and community engagement.

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Weskota Manor

Wessington Springs · Jerauld County

Weskota Manor offers skilled nursing and long-term care services, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents. The facility fosters a close-knit community atmosphere.

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Intentional communities

Bon Homme Hutterite Colony

Tabor · Bon Homme County

Founded in 1874 on the Missouri River bluffs, Bon Homme is the oldest Hutterite colony in North America, where families farm and live communally. Respectful visitors are often welcomed by arrangement to learn about this enduring way of life.

Monasteries & religious stays

Mother of God Monastery

Watertown · Codington County

A Benedictine women's monastery in Watertown whose sisters serve in education, health care, and spiritual direction. Guests are welcomed for retreats and quiet days in the monastery's prairie setting.

Monasteries & religious stays

Presentation Convent

Aberdeen · Brown County

The Presentation Sisters in Aberdeen have a rich history of service and community life, focusing on education, healthcare, and social justice. Their convent provides a home for sisters dedicated to prayer and active ministry within the region.

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Monasteries & religious stays

Sacred Heart Monastery

Yankton · Yankton County

A community of Benedictine sisters overlooking the Missouri River in Yankton since 1880, founders of Mount Marty University. Their Benet Place guest wing welcomes retreatants seeking peace and prayer.

Seniors villages

Avera Prince of Peace Retirement Community

Sioux Falls · Minnehaha County

Avera Prince of Peace offers independent and assisted living options for seniors, emphasizing a vibrant and engaging community. Residents benefit from a continuum of care and numerous social opportunities.

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Seniors villages

Bethany Meadows

Brandon · Minnehaha County

Bethany Meadows offers independent and assisted living options for seniors in a welcoming and supportive environment. The community focuses on providing a comfortable lifestyle with opportunities for social interaction and personal growth.

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Seniors villages

Bethesda Senior Living Community

Watertown · Codington County

Bethesda Senior Living Community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. It provides a continuum of care in a welcoming environment, promoting an active and fulfilling lifestyle for seniors.

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Seniors villages

Brookdale Rapid City

Rapid City · Pennington County

Brookdale Rapid City provides personalized assisted living and memory care services in a warm and inviting setting. The community fosters a sense of belonging through engaging programs and compassionate support.

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Seniors villages

Brookdale Sioux Falls

Sioux Falls · Minnehaha County

Brookdale Sioux Falls provides assisted living and memory care services, promoting a fulfilling lifestyle for its residents. The community offers a variety of engaging activities and personalized care to support independence and well-being.

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Seniors villages

Dow Rummel Village

Sioux Falls · Minnehaha County

Dow Rummel Village is a continuing care retirement community offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. It provides a vibrant community for seniors with numerous social activities, wellness programs, and amenities.

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Seniors villages

Edgewood Rapid City

Rapid City · Pennington County

Edgewood Rapid City offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services, promoting an active and fulfilling lifestyle for seniors. Residents enjoy a range of amenities and a supportive community atmosphere.

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Seniors villages

Edgewood Sioux Falls

Sioux Falls · Minnehaha County

Edgewood Sioux Falls offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The community focuses on personalized care and engaging residents in a fulfilling lifestyle.

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Seniors villages

Good Samaritan Society - Sioux Falls Village

Sioux Falls · Minnehaha County

This Good Samaritan Society location provides a continuum of care for seniors, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. It emphasizes a faith-based approach to care, fostering a strong sense of community among residents.

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Seniors villages

Good Samaritan Society - St. Martin Village

Rapid City · Pennington County

Good Samaritan Society - St. Martin Village provides independent and assisted living options for seniors in a faith-based environment. The community focuses on resident well-being and offers various social and recreational activities.

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Seniors villages

Leisure Living Estates

Sioux Falls · Minnehaha County

Leisure Living Estates offers independent senior living with a focus on community and convenience. Residents enjoy a variety of social activities and amenities designed for an active lifestyle.

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Seniors villages

Milestone Senior Living

Sioux Falls · Minnehaha County

Milestone Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care options for seniors. Their community is designed to provide comfort, care, and opportunities for social connection and active living.

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Seniors villages

Prince of Peace Retirement Community

Sioux Falls · Minnehaha County

Prince of Peace Retirement Community offers independent and assisted living options for seniors. Residents enjoy a vibrant community with various activities and amenities designed for comfortable living.

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Seniors villages

St. Martin's Village

Rapid City · Pennington County

St. Martin's Village offers independent living apartments for seniors in a welcoming community. Residents benefit from a secure environment and opportunities for social engagement.

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Seniors villages

Terrace Heights

Sioux Falls · Minnehaha County

Terrace Heights offers independent and assisted living options for seniors, fostering a vibrant community through various activities and amenities. Residents enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for social engagement and personal growth.

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Seniors villages

The Inn on Westport

Sioux Falls · Minnehaha County

The Inn on Westport provides a range of senior living services, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. It emphasizes a community-focused lifestyle with various programs and services designed to enhance residents' well-being.

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Seniors villages

The Village at Prairie Green

Sioux Falls · Minnehaha County

This community provides independent living for active seniors, featuring spacious homes and a range of services. Residents benefit from a maintenance-free lifestyle and access to a clubhouse, fitness center, and social events.

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Seniors villages

Trail Ridge Senior Living Community

Sioux Falls · Minnehaha County

Trail Ridge provides a full continuum of care, from independent living to skilled nursing, within a supportive environment. It emphasizes an active lifestyle with numerous social opportunities and services.

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Seniors villages

Valhalla Manor

Sioux Falls · Minnehaha County

Valhalla Manor offers independent and assisted living options for seniors, fostering a vibrant community through shared activities and amenities. Residents enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for social engagement and personal growth.

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