Families exploring skilled nursing in Brookings, South Dakota can choose from 2 nursing homes with an average rating around 3.5.
Overview of nursing homes in Brookings
Facilities here provide 24/7 nursing oversight, medication management, and rehabilitation services. A typical community operates around 146 certified beds, but you’ll also find smaller, neighborhood settings.
How to choose in Brookings
- Clarify weekend staffing and therapy availability.
- If post-acute rehab is a priority, confirm therapy hours and equipment.
- Review emergency procedures and hospital transfer protocols.
- Tour dining, activities, and outdoor areas to gauge daily life.
Costs & coverage in South Dakota
Medicare may cover short-term rehabilitation after a qualifying hospitalization; long-term custodial care typically requires private payment or Your Medicaid Company if eligible.
Use the list below to compare facilities side-by-side. Visiting two or three communities in person and reviewing a sample care plan usually makes the decision clearer.