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Senior living in Dell Rapids, SD

2 senior living communities, including assisted living, memory care, independent living and care homes.

Senior living communities
2
in Dell Rapids
Licensed capacity
82
across all 2
Adults 65+
703
Census estimate for Dell Rapids
Licensed spaces per 1,000 adults 65+
116.6
city total vs. Census 65+ estimate
Within 25 miles
68
of the center of Dell Rapids
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Senior living communities near Dell Rapids

Counting neighboring towns, there are 68 senior living communities within 25 miles of the center of Dell Rapids, 66 more than in Dell Rapids itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Dell Rapids

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Nearby cities

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Local overview

Senior living in Dell Rapids at a glance

There are 2 senior living communities in Dell Rapids, SD, according to public records.

By licensed capacity

  • 16 residents or fewer0
  • 17 to 60 residents2
  • More than 60 residents0
Size is the licensed capacity on the public record.

Licensing and oversight

How senior living is regulated in South Dakota

In South Dakota, the South Dakota Department of Health licenses assisted living and other residential care settings. Its public records are the source for the senior living listings on this page.1

Report a problem
Contact the South Dakota Department of Health about a licensed community, or the South Dakota long-term care ombudsman at 866-854-54652.

Paying for care

Ways to pay for senior living in South Dakota

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The South Dakota Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Medicaid waivers pay for care services, not room and board.4 South Dakota Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.5
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.6 The South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs helps with claims (605-773-3269).7
Medicare counseling
South Dakota’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-888-854-5321.8

Local resources

Local help for families in Dell Rapids

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Minnehaha County9

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Minnehaha County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program2

    605-367-4777

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities in Minnehaha County.

  • Report abuse or neglect

    South Dakota Adult Protective Services

    1-833-663-9673

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Senior Health Information and Insurance Education (SHIINE)8

    1-888-854-5321

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs7

    605-773-3269

    Website

  • Medicaid

    South Dakota Medicaid agency3

    Website

  • Dementia support

    Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline10

    1-800-272-3900

    Find the chapter that serves South Dakota.

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about senior living in Dell Rapids

How many senior living communities are in Dell Rapids, SD?

WeFoundCare lists 2 senior living communities in Dell Rapids, SD, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Dell Rapids there are 68.

How many residents can senior living communities in Dell Rapids serve?

2 of the 2 senior living communities report licensed capacity, for a combined 82 residents. The Census Bureau estimates 703 adults age 65 and older live in Dell Rapids.

Who licenses senior living in South Dakota?

The South Dakota Department of Health licenses senior living in South Dakota. You can check a community’s license in the agency’s public records.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Dell Rapids?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Minnehaha County, call 605-367-4777. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call South Dakota Adult Protective Services at 1-833-663-9673.

Are there senior living communities near Dell Rapids?

Nearby cities with listings include Colton (1, 11.0 mi), Garretson (1, 13.0 mi), Flandreau (4, 16.2 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing senior living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Dell Rapids

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Dell Rapids (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.11
  • Licensed capacity is the figure on the public record; 2 of 2 senior living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Dell Rapids (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. South Dakota Department of Health, Office of Licensure and Certification. sdhls.org/verify Accessed .
  2. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. 42 CFR §441.310 via LII: Limits on FFP (room and board excluded from HCBS waiver). law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/42/441.310 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. Alzheimer’s Association: 24/7 Helpline. alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  11. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.