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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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This place has been a blessing. My father is in memory care here and he tells me daily how lucky he is to be in such a nice place. He loves the staff. Tells me they are wonderful people. They are always...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Welcome to Edgewood Vista in Spearfish! Enjoy life overlooking the beautiful Black Hills at Edgewood in Spearfish, with the ideal combination of living spaces, care and amenities. Built in 2004, Edgewood expanded and upgraded in 2011 with more space, a movie theater, activity room and new dining...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Buffalo Chip, SD

The average cost of senior living in Buffalo Chip is $4,316 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spearfish, SD with an average of $3,975 per month.

Assisted living costs in Buffalo Chip, SD, vs. state and national averages

Buffalo Chip, SD
$4,316/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Buffalo Chip, SD, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,316/mo
$5,346/mo

Assisted living costs in Buffalo Chip, SD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,143/mo
Studio
$3,565/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,305/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,461/mo

Senior living costs in Buffalo Chip vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Buffalo Chip, SD
Column state: South Dakota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuffalo Chip, SDSouth DakotaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,316/mo$4,745/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,346/mo$5,250/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$2,939/mo$3,140/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Buffalo Chip, SD:$4,316/mo
South Dakota:$4,745/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Buffalo Chip, SD:$5,346/mo
South Dakota:$5,250/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Buffalo Chip, SD:$2,939/mo
South Dakota:$3,140/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Buffalo Chip, SD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Buffalo Chip and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Buffalo Chip, SD

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Buffalo Chip have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Buffalo Chip, SD$5,266/mo$4,997/mo+5.4%
South Dakota$4,952/mo$4,882/mo+1.4%
National$4,899/mo$4,705/mo+4.1%
Buffalo Chip, SD
2024 average cost:$5,266/mo
2023 average cost:$4,997/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
South Dakota
2024 average cost:$4,952/mo
2023 average cost:$4,882/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$4,899/mo
2023 average cost:$4,705/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Buffalo Chip, SD

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Buffalo Chip.

What families are saying about assisted living in Buffalo Chip

Recent reviews for assisted living in Buffalo Chip

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

4.6
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

Buffalo Chip review score based on 103 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 103 reviews of 7 Buffalo Chip assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Buffalo Chip review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Buffalo Chip review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Buffalo Chip, SD7 facilities
8.6
Rapid City, SD0 facilities
9.1
Spearfish, SD0 facilities

Review subcategories for Buffalo Chip assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 103 reviews of 7 Buffalo Chip assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Buffalo Chip resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Buffalo Chip, SD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
3.6
Friendliness
4.6
3.6
Care services
4.4
3.3
Staff
4.3
3.5
Meals & dining
4.2
3.2
Activities
4.3
3.2
Value for cost*
4.3
3.2
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Buffalo Chip assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo Chip assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo Chip, 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 Buffalo Chip assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Buffalo Chip that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buffalo Chip, SDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
21.7%
45.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10%
29.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.9%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
84.1%
93.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
21.6%
49.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
1.1%
26.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80.9%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
8.6%
41.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
17.6%
45.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Buffalo Chip assisted living

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 Buffalo Chip Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buffalo Chip, SDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
15.5%
44.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.3%
28.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
10.9%
35.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
0.8%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buffalo Chip assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Buffalo Chip partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffalo Chip, SDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5%
23.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.2%
35.5%
No sugar
No sugar
7.8%
32.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.3%
31.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
0.3%
15.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo Chip assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Buffalo Chip communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buffalo Chip, SDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.1%
27.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.2%
36.8%
Room service
Room service
7.2%
32%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.4%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo Chip assisted 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 assisted living communities in Buffalo Chip offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo Chip, SDNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.8%
40.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.3%
26.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.1%
26.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
24.7%
43%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.9%
42.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
15.5%
45.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.8%
35.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.7%
31%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
8.3%
33%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.8%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
20.8%
40.7%
Dances
Dances
6.8%
26.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.9%
21.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.7%
39.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Buffalo Chip

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about South Dakota assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Buffalo Chip protect seniors.
Learn about South Dakota assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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