nursing home in Faulkton, SD
Faulkton Senior Living
1401 Pearl St, Faulkton, SD 57438 · (605) 598-6214
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Faulkton Senior Living at a glance
Faulkton Senior Living is a 41-bed for-profit nursing home in Faulkton, South Dakota (Faulk County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the South Dakota average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 2.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 11, 2025) found 3 health citations. The South Dakota average is 6.7.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 57.1% per year (state average 48.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 41
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Accura Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- February 1, 1995
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Faulk County
- CMS Certification Number
- 435084
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.59 hrs | 3.79 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.65 hrs | 0.80 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.55 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.03 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 57.1% | 48.2% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 15 | 72.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $40,815 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 41 | 61 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 39 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.1% | 85.2% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.6% | 5.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.4% | 4.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.6% | 24.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.8% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 16.5% | 21.3% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 4.6% | 19.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8.3% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 8.1% | 5.7% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 5.8% | 17.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.4% | 25.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.9% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.9% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.9% | 2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 83.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 23, 2025 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 7, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 8, 2026 |
| August 1, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| August 1, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2024 |
| April 13, 2023 Fire safety | Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0001 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 13, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 25, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| TEALWOOD ENTERPRISE INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2012 |
| GROFF, HOWARD Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 50% | 09/03/2008 |
| SHERIDAN, GAIL Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 50% | 08/29/2008 |
| GROFF, HOWARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/03/2008 |
| LENEAVE, TED Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2019 |
| SHERIDAN, GAIL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/29/2008 |
| AMERICAN HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2019 |
| LENEAVE, TED Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2019 |
| FERGUSON, BRENDA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Faulkton Senior Living's rating?
Faulkton Senior Living has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for South Dakota nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did Faulkton Senior Living receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a South Dakota average of 6.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Faulkton Senior Living accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Faulkton Senior Living?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Accura Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Faulkton Senior Living and how do I contact it?
Faulkton Senior Living is at 1401 Pearl St, Faulkton, SD 57438. Phone: (605) 598-6214.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.