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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mellette, SD
The cost of independent living in Mellette is about $2,830 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 2 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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We picked this community, because they had an opening and we liked the place. I would tell a friend that, It's a great place and to go visit. Overall, I would recommend this community to other families.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Independent living at Derian Lodge is recommended for seniors who are seeking independence with benefits and conveniences of a retirement community in an environment that transcends the status quo and provides a new level of engagement. We offer activity programs focusing on enriching the lives...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Heartland Senior Apartments offer quiet, comfortable, easy living for elderly seniors 62 and older or handicapped and the disabled in Redfield, MN. Everything is located right here in this delightful two-story building u2014 an on-site laundry, a community room where residents enjoy serving pot...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
3030 Photos available
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Experience Assisted Living at Derian Place where we allow residents to get the most out of every day with assistance only where and when needed. We offer a distinctly full lifestyle enrichment program so that there is always an opportunity to try something new, partake in a favorite hobby or get...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
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Cost of independent living in Mellette, SD
The average cost of senior living in Mellette is $2,830 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Northville, SD with an average of $2,830 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mellette, SD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mellette, SD vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Mellette
Recent reviews for independent living in Mellette
Derian Lodge Senior Living in Aberdeen, SD
5.0
We chose Derian Lodge because of the value for the money as well as the cleanliness. Everyone was very friendly when we walked in for the tour. The apartment sizes here are wonderful, one complaint she has had though it that the patios on the apartments are kind of small.
I would definitely ...
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Mellette independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mellette independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mellette, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dining options in Mellette 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 Mellette communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mellette, SDNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mellette 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 Mellette offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mellette, SDNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.7%
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Derian Lodge Senior Living, Heartland Apartments and Prairie Crossings are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mellette, South Dakota. See full list of communities.
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