United Living Community

    405 1st Ave, Brookings, SD 57006
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Clean, comfortable, modern, caring community

    I live here and have had a very positive experience - the facility is clean, comfortable and modern, with pleasant common areas and laundry. The staff genuinely care, communicate transparently, and create a respectful, positive atmosphere. Meals are appealing and varied (I even liked the liver and onions), there's afternoon coffee and occasional performers, and the rates offer excellent value.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Reviews

    2.63·(24)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.7
    • Staff

      2.7
    • Meals

      4.7
    • Amenities

      3.0
    • Value

      4.0

    Pros

    • Friendly, genuinely caring direct-care staff
    • Clean, modern, comfortable facility
    • Varied, well-prepared meals
    • Affordable pricing and perceived good value
    • Transparent communication about exposure events
    • On-site social events (musical performances, communal coffee)
    • Independent-living amenities (common area, laundry)
    • Accessible location with evolving park views

    Cons

    • Inconsistent clinical documentation and recordkeeping
    • Gaps in wound-care supply availability and adherence to orders
    • Frequent reliance on temporary/agency nursing and CNA staff
    • High staff turnover and low compensation pressures
    • Perceived managerial favoritism and unresponsive leadership
    • Problematic employee-treatment culture and disciplinary practices
    • Limited activity programming for some independent-living residents
    • Potentially misleading marketing relative to public quality rating

    Summary of reviews

    The facility elicits a mixed set of impressions. Positive comments emphasize a clean, modern environment with staff who are described as friendly and caring. Many reviewers praised the dining—citing varied menus and well-prepared meals—and noted social touches such as daily coffee service and occasional musical events. Independent-living features such as common areas, laundry, and proximity to park views were viewed as conveniences that contribute to overall value, and the facility’s pricing was commonly characterized as competitive.

    Care quality perceptions diverge. Several comments highlight compassionate bedside interactions, but others raise operational concerns that could affect clinical care. The most significant patterns relate to documentation integrity and adherence to wound-care orders: reviewers described templated or duplicated notes and instances where prescribed care could not be completed because supplies were unavailable. These point to gaps in recordkeeping practices and supply-chain or process controls that warrant verification during a tour or pre-admission inquiry.

    Staffing and workforce issues are a recurring theme. There are reports of frequent use of temporary or agency nurses and CNAs, along with indications of high turnover and low pay that appear to strain continuity of care. At the same time, many residents and families praised individual staff members, suggesting that resident-facing caregivers often perform well despite workplace pressures. Communication received mixed feedback: some families appreciated transparent updates about exposures, while others described dismissive behavior during tours or limited supervisory support when staff concerns arose.

    Management and organizational culture are another area of concern. Reviews describe perceptions of favoritism, unresponsive upper management, and a workplace culture that some say prioritizes internal staff dynamics over resident experience. There are also notes about changes to rates and benefits that affected resident expectations. Finally, a contrast between marketing claims and an externally posted public quality rating (a level-3 rating mentioned by reviewers) contributes to a perception gap that prospective residents should clarify.

    Activities and amenity offerings depend on the unit and level of care. Independent-living reviewers noted basic conveniences but limited scheduled programming and minimal on-site meal service for some residents (relying on Meals on Wheels). Other reviewers appreciated community events and social opportunities. Prospective residents should confirm the specific activity schedule and dining arrangements for the unit they are considering.

    Overall, the facility shows strengths in physical environment, food quality, and many front-line caregivers’ approachability. However, persistent operational concerns—documentation practices, wound-care supply adherence, staffing continuity, and management responsiveness—appear frequently enough that families should investigate these topics directly. Recommended next steps for decision-makers include asking for current staffing ratios and agency use, reviewing wound-care and medication-administration protocols, inspecting recent state survey results and corrective actions, and observing care and staff interactions during multiple visits.

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    Medicare Ratings

    2·/ 5
    Cited by CMS for abuse, or potential for abuse, on its most recent survey cycle.
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    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

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    Location

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    United Living Community is located at 405 1st Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006.

    About United Living Community

    United Living Community sits at 495 1st Avenue in Brookings, SD, right near Pioneer Park, and folks there can choose from independent living apartments, assisted living suites, or skilled nursing care depending on what they need at the time and that's nice because it means nobody has to pick up and move just because health changes, and they've even got respite care, adult daycare, outpatient rehabilitation, HydroWorx Therapy, and hospice for folks facing different challenges, all on one campus. People live in their own private suites, with options for married couples and several layouts to choose from, and the Park Place Apartments and Park Place Assisted Living buildings offer different kinds of comfort for independent seniors or those needing a bit more support, and there's always someone on staff for help, including nurses, aides, caregivers, and even a Director of Social Services and Director of Environmental Services, all with the goal of making sure residents are safe and well looked after at any hour, not just during the front desk hours which are Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 6:00pm.

    Meals get cooked up fresh in the kitchen each day and are served right there, and if someone needs help with eating or any daily care, staff can lend a hand. Group activities, exercise rooms, and organized trips keep things interesting, along with spaces for faith services, and you'll spot the Recreation and Volunteer Services Coordinator working to fill out the calendar with events and volunteer visits, so no one feels left out if they want some company. There's transportation available to and from appointments or outings, and the campus is easy to get around, with accessible parking, entrances, walkways, and restrooms, since not everybody moves around as quickly as they used to.

    Each person gets a care plan tailored to what they need, which can change as life changes, so if someone starts out living pretty independently and then needs extra help later on, they don't have to go far or leave friends behind, because all six levels of care sit close together. Families and residents both get included in planning care, and the community really aims to keep people connected, whether that's through visiting with loved ones, participating in faith groups, or joining in the social events run by staff and volunteers. There's always a nurse on hand, and even specialists like an Infection Control & Wound Care Nurse for anyone needing special attention, and staff work all hours so there's always help in an emergency, day or night.

    The place has a steady connection with Avera at Brookings and works closely with other community partners. The focus is always on health, safety, belonging, and giving each person a chance to live as independently as they can, all while building good relationships with staff and neighbors. The care and services go beyond just meeting the basic needs; the staff work to make sure everyone has support, opportunities for engagement, and a sense that they're part of the community, which is important to a lot of folks as they get older.

    People often ask...

    United Living Community offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

    Yes, United Living Community allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 405 1st Ave, Brookings, SD 57006.

    No, United Living Community does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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