New Life Boarding Home sits in a quiet neighborhood in Presho, South Dakota, and serves as a board and care home with a warm, homey feeling, and with room for only a handful of seniors, which means that the staff can really pay attention to each resident's needs, and they've got eight licensed beds, though sometimes only five residents stay at one time, so it never feels crowded, and there's always help nearby. The owner, Allen Heiman, oversees the place and keeps a close eye on things, so families can know who's in charge. There's a team that helps with day-to-day stuff like getting dressed, help in the bathroom, taking medicine, and even care for people with Parkinson's disease, and the staff can help those who need two-person transfers, so folks who need extra support aren't left alone.
They've made sure to have both private and shared rooms, with one-bedroom options, all equipped with safety features, and the place is wheelchair accessible, so anyone can get around with no trouble. The rooms come fully furnished, and new residents get help moving in. There's always someone watching over things with 24-hour supervision and an alert system in place, plus strong security to keep everyone safe, especially those with memory issues who might wander off. The facility is licensed by the State of South Dakota and gets regular checks for safety and health.
Meals are home-cooked three times a day, and the cook pays attention to special needs like diabetes, high blood pressure, or allergies, so everyone stays healthy, and if someone feels like eating later, there are all-day dining options. Housekeeping and laundry get taken care of, and maintenance is handled too, and if someone wants a haircut or needs a shave, there's a barber or beauty shop right there. Apartment utilities are included except for the phone, and there's Wi-Fi, TV, and a computer room where residents can stay connected.
Residents can stay busy with daily activities like arts and crafts, music therapy, animal visits, tabletop games, exercise classes, and movie nights in a room set up just for watching films, plus social nights and outings when people feel like getting out. Outside, there are tree-lined walking paths, porches for relaxing, a garden, and spots for quiet reading, and if someone likes to stay active, there's a fitness room, steam room, and even a hot tub. They have transportation for doctor's appointments, shopping trips, and church services, and the staff also helps coordinate rides as needed, so nobody's left behind on errands or appointments.
Memory care programs offer extra supervision and safety for those who have dementia or Alzheimer's disease, so the environment is secured and fitted with alarms and special programs. Each resident gets a care plan based on what they need, whether it's more supervision, specific diets, or medical help. The staff keeps track of medications and makes sure everyone gets preventive health screenings and regular doctor visits, and if hospice or respite care becomes necessary, those services are available too.
The whole place aims to let seniors keep as much independence as possible, but there's always help around, and the home supports quality of life, giving seniors a safe place to live, daily meals, interesting programs, and the attention of caring staff, all while helping families rest a little easier knowing someone's looking out for their loved ones. The cost depends on care needs, the kind of room, and what amenities are chosen, ranging from about $3,000 to $7,000 a month, and they take private pay, Long Term Care Insurance, and sometimes Veterans Aid and Attendance, depending on the situation. All in all, New Life Boarding Home offers straightforward senior living, keeping things simple, with care tailored to each person, and an easy pace that respects the choices and dignity of every resident who calls it home.
