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10 Best Nursing Homes in Empire, SD
Empire is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 35 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Empire, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Empire is about $3,706, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 32 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Bear Butte, Volunteer and Newell.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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 nursing homes in Empire, SD
The average cost of senior living in Empire is $3,706 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buffalo Chip, SD with an average of $3,169 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Empire, SD vs. nearby cities
Empire, SD
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Empire, SD vs. the state and national average
Empire, SD
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Empire vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Empire, SD by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Empire over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Empire
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Empire
Edgewood Spearfish Senior Living LLC
4.0
I had recently taken a tour of this community for my loved one and I have no complaints of how things had went for her. She had to recently leave due to health related issues but it had nothing to do with the overall facility. I was very comfortable with the care the staff provided and thought ...
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The Victorian in Rapid City, SD
4.0
Overall, things have been going well for my loved one at The Victorian. He doesn't like the food, The parking here is not good, and there have been some miscommunications about things. The first month there was a little rough, but things are getting better. They have some activities like Bingo ...
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The Village at Skyline Pines in Rapid City, SD
5.0
The Village is amazing! They have gone above and beyond to accommodate my loved one prior to their passing. My loved one had to go to the hospital and they had one of the staff member go with my loved one to ensure they were safe. The community worked well with outside home health.
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Empire nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Empire nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Empire, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Empire nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Empire that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Empire, SDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
28.6%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10.7%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
78.6%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
82.1%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
21.4%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
3.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
10.7%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Empire nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Empire Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Empire, SDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
21.4%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
3.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
10.7%
5.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Empire nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Empire partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Empire, SDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.6%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.7%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
10.7%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.1%
3.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Empire nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Empire communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Empire, SDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.7%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10.7%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
10.7%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.6%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Empire nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Empire offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Empire, SDNational
Activity director
Activity director
17.9%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.4%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
14.3%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
21.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
7.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.9%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Village at Skyline Pines, Edgewood Rapid City and Edgewood Spearfish Senior Living LLC are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Empire, South Dakota. See full list of communities.
There are 35 nursing homes facilities near Empire, South Dakota. See the full list.
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