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The cost of independent living in Big Bend is about $3,112 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 77 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Holiday Hills Estates
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2424 Floor plans available
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Mom loved Holiday Hills and yes we would recommend this community to other families. I wish my mom could've stayed longer in your facility.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Holiday Hills EstatesContinue living the active lifestyle you love at Holiday Hills Estates — a Sky Active Living community offering private apartments and independent living services in Rapid City, South Dakota.In our community, you can admire the lush greenery and landscaped gardens while...
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It's a blessing to not have to cook two different meals since my husband doesn't want to eat what I want to eat.. he has to eat what is served, and I don't hear any complaints from him. I am gluten...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Victorian Assisted Living & Retirement Center offers assisted living care living for seniors.Individual apartment units are complemented with a luxurious lounge area for residents to unwind, relax, and connect with other members of the community. Enter the community dining room, where our...
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Staff is friendly and pleasant during daily interactions and there are lots of entertainment activities on the calendar, either scheduled by Peaceful Pines or by residents. My mom says she is very happy...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of The Village at Skyline Pines
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We chose The Village at Skyline Pines because they had immediate vacancy while we were looking. The staff have been wonderful to work with and are super caring about their residents. My loved one was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Perched above Mount Rushmore Road in the medical corridor of south Rapid City, we offer a nurturing environment for our residents in order to provide an individualized assisted living home. We understand the unique challenges faced throughout your day. Here at the Village we want to provide an...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of independent living in Big Bend, SD

The average cost of senior living in Big Bend is $3,112 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buffalo Chip, SD with an average of $2,604 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Big Bend, SD vs. nearby cities

Big Bend, SD
$3,112/mo
$2,981/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Big Bend, SD vs. the state and national average

Big Bend, SD
$3,112/mo
U.S. national average
$4,129/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Big Bend vs. other types of senior living

$4,035/mo
Independent Living
$3,112/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Big Bend, SD by room type

Studio
$2,916/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,527/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,353/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Big Bend over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Big Bend

Recent reviews for independent living in Big Bend

Peaceful Pines Senior Living Community in Rapid City, SD

5.0
Our loved one is still getting settled in so she has not been able to fully take advantage of the activities but she has participated in some of the musical events which she really enjoyed. We also like how it looks more like a home versus an institution.

Holiday Hills Estates in Rapid City, SD

5.0
Mom moved out the end of April, due to health reason...but she really enjoyed her stay. Staff was wonderful, helpful, treated Mom great.. I highly recommend Holiday Hills Estates to others looking.

The Victorian in Rapid City, SD

4.6
What I like about The Victorian is that it is small and very personable. Based on the experience I have had so far, I would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones

Big Bend independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Bend independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Bend, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Bend independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Big Bend partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.7%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.3%
34.6%
No sugar
No sugar
13.3%
31.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
6.7%
33.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Bend independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Big Bend communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
36.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.7%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
20%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Bend independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Big Bend offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.7%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.7%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
46.7%
47%
Dances
Dances
13.3%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.6%
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Holiday Hills Estates, The Victorian and Arrowhead Lodge Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Big Bend, South Dakota. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Big Bend, South Dakota. See the full list.

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