Park Place Assisted Living sits in Brookings, SD and has served the area for over 58 years as part of United Living Community. The building offers 28 private suites, available in four different sizes, and you can choose from studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, or semi-private units. Some spaces work well for couples too, and the rooms have natural light, carpeting, and can be furnished so residents feel at home. Staff are on duty 24/7 and use a call system in each suite to help when needed. Safety measures and monitoring keep people comfortable while letting them move about freely, and there's support for getting in and out of beds or wheelchairs.
The community focuses on assisted living, memory care for people with Alzheimer's or dementia, independent living, skilled nursing, hospice, adult day care, and short respite stays. They build individual care plans for each resident, so some may get more help with things like bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, medication reminders and administration, and moving around, while others keep more independence with some extra support just in case. Health care services include diabetic care with staff to help monitor insulin, non-ambulatory care, incontinence care, home health, long-term skilled nursing, and even arranging for hospice when needed. A nurse works on site part-time and staff are licensed, experienced, and trained to handle emergencies.
Meals are homemade and cooked daily, with three offered each day, and special requests for different diets, like low salt or diabetic needs, are possible. People can eat together in the main dining hall, have celebrations in the private dining room, or use their kitchenette if they want, and there's always someone making sure dishes are washed.
The building has common indoor spaces like a lobby, library, community and activity rooms, and a media room. Amenities also include a fitness center, a barber and salon, safety call lights, a hot tub and HydroWorx pool for aquatic therapy, single-stall garages, washers and dryers, Wi-Fi, and cable TV. Residents find quiet outdoor spaces, a garden, and places to gather for board games, barbeques, movie nights, and group activities. There's a chapel for devotional and religious services and a book room for reading.
They offer lots of social, arts and crafts, mental stimulation, and fitness programs, along with events like themed parties, music, pet therapy, and gardening. Physical activities sometimes take place outside, like fishing trips, shopping, and exercise classes, and there's a musical group for residents interested in singing or playing an instrument. The scheduled transportation takes folks to doctor's visits, errands, and even local events, plus there's guest and resident parking.
Laundry, dry cleaning, housekeeping, and linen service are all provided, and regular maintenance, snow removal, and lawn service keep the facility in good shape. Salon services can be arranged in-house, and a mobile stylist visits for haircuts and barber needs. Extra help with finances is available, including VA benefits, financial aid, and home sale support.
Payment accepts private pay, Social Security, veteran's benefits, commercial insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare, offering flexible rent or all-inclusive pricing options, and there are extra fees for second persons and different care levels. Park Place is state licensed under number 41209 and holds scheduled tours so prospective residents and families can see the place and meet the staff.
The environment supports privacy, independence, and safety, especially for people who want to age in one place, moving into assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing as needed. Respite care is available for short stays, and the staff help with personal care and offer reminders or hands-on help for medications, grooming, and meals. Community-sponsored events and scheduled programs keep people busy and connected, while a focus on health and wellness makes it easier for residents to stay active and involved.
