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United Living Community
405 First Ave, Brookings, SD 57006
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
United Living Community is a Non-profit, corporation nursing home in Brookings, South Dakota, certified for 67 beds and caring for about 65 residents a day.
CMS gives it 2 of 5 stars overall, below the South Dakota median of 3; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 4 and quality measures 2.
Inspectors recorded 22 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (9, 8, 5 by cycle, most recent first), 2 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 32.8 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 23.9.
CMS lists 2 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $33K.
Reported nurse staffing is 4.8 hours per resident per day (0.6 RN), above the South Dakota median of 3.6; nursing staff turnover is 50.0%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Brookings Co. median | South Dakota median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 2 | 5 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 22 | 22 | 16 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 32.8 | 32.8 | 23.9 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 4.8 | 4.8 | 3.6 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.6 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 50.0% | 53.6% | 46.6% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $33,027 | $33,027 | $20,183 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (2 in the county, 96 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: South Dakota average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 4 Dec 2025, 23 May 2024.
Severity mix: G ×2 D ×11 E ×8 F ×1
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Dec 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 18 Jan 2026 |
| 4 Dec 2025 | F0761 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 18 Jan 2026 |
| 4 Dec 2025 | F0803 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | E | Standard survey | 18 Jan 2026 |
| 4 Dec 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 18 Jan 2026 |
| 4 Dec 2025 | F0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | D | Standard survey | 18 Jan 2026 |
| 4 Dec 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Jan 2026 |
| 4 Dec 2025 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | D | Standard survey | 18 Jan 2026 |
| 4 Dec 2025 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Standard survey | 18 Jan 2026 |
| 14 Aug 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 4 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Jul 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 12 Aug 2025 |
| 10 Jul 2025 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | E | Complaint investigation | 12 Aug 2025 |
| 10 Jul 2025 | F0825 | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Aug 2025 |
| 26 Jun 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Complaint investigation | 25 Jul 2024 |
| 26 Jun 2024 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 25 Jul 2024 |
| 26 Jun 2024 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 25 Jul 2024 |
| 23 May 2024 | F0625 | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. | E | Standard survey | 18 Jul 2024 |
| 23 May 2024 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | E | Standard survey | 18 Jul 2024 |
| 23 May 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 18 Jul 2024 |
| 23 May 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 18 Jul 2024 |
| 23 May 2024 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 18 Jul 2024 |
| 29 Jun 2023 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 1 Aug 2023 |
| 29 Jun 2023 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | D | Standard survey | 1 Aug 2023 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Jul 2025 | Fine | $20,332 | |
| 23 May 2024 | Fine | $12,695 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the South Dakota average. Turnover: nursing staff 50.0%, RNs 69.2%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | South Dakota median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 32.8% | 20.7% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 4.5% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 7.4% | 4.8% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 2.1% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 23.4% | 19.6% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 5.4% | 3.9% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 39.4% | 22.4% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: non-profit, corporation. Legal business name: United Retirement Center.
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Retirement Center | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/1966 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Brookings County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Neighborhoods At Brookview | Brookings | 79 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 10.1 | — | 21 Nov 2025 |
All 2 facilities in Brookings County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has United Living Community been cited for?
22 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 2 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The South Dakota median is 16 per facility.
Has United Living Community been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $33K in the period covered.
How does staffing at United Living Community compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 4.8 hours per resident per day against a South Dakota median of 3.6 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates United Living Community?
Ownership type is non-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include United Retirement Center. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was United Living Community last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 4 Dec 2025; the most recent standard health survey was 4 Dec 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.