
2 Assisted Living Facilities in Rosholt, SD
Also serving communities of Sisseton, Wilmot.
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2 Assisted Living Facilities in Rosholt, SD
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Assisted Living in Rosholt, SD
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Rosholt
Rosholt, located in Roberts County, was named after James Rosholt, an entrepreneur responsible for bringing the railroad to the town. The city has a population of slightly more than 400 people, 73 of whom are seniors age 65 and over. To accommodate those who need 24-hour assistance with activities of daily living, such as medication management and bathing, there are two assisted living facilities within the city. These facilities, as well as all others throughout South Dakota, are regulated and licensed by the South Dakota Department of Health.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Rosholt
- South Dakota is one of the most tax-friendly states in the country. There is no state income tax, which is great news for seniors in Rosholt who can keep all of their Social Security income, as well as all other forms of retirement income.
- Seniors who are interested in moving to Rosholt will love that the city's cost of living is 27% lower than the national average, meaning that they will be able to stretch their retirement income further.
- The Rosholt area has few facilities from which to choose in the event of a medical emergency or illness, with the nearest major hospital located in Sisseton.
- Rosholt receives, on average, 46 inches of snow every year, and can be brutally cold, with temperatures reaching as low as 0.7 degrees in the winter months.
- Rosholt is a relatively safe place, since the crime rates are really low compared to state and national averages. Violent crime scored 16.2 points lower than the national average and 18 points lower than the state. Property crimes scored 28.6 points lower than the national average and 22.3 points lower than the rest of the state.
- The air quality in Rosholt was given a 93 by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), meaning that the city has some of the best air quality in the country. This is great for seniors who have issues with respiratory diseases.
Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.
Paying for Assisted Living in Rosholt
Assisted Living Costs in Rosholt
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Rosholt
Seniors who need help paying for care in assisted living facilities can apply for South Dakota's Home and Community-Based Options and Person Centered Excellence Waiver (HOPE). It is funded though Medicaid, and covers the cost of care services where the recipient resides. Some of the eligibility requirements include being at least 65 years old, and meeting certain income requirements.
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