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HomeSouth DakotaAvantara Lake Norden

Avantara Lake Norden

803 Park Street, Lake Norden, SD 572486057853654WebsiteGoogle Maps
5.0on Google(16 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
50
certified

How Avantara Lake Norden Compares in South Dakota

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in South Dakota. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
SD average
2.9/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
SD average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
SD average
3.6/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.23 hrs/day
SD average
3.81 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.78 hrs/day
SD average
0.80 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
32.6%
SD average
48.2%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the South Dakota average of 2.9/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the South Dakota average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.23 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.81.
Staff turnover is 32.6%, lower than the South Dakota average of 48.2%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Nov 16, 2023
Most recent cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 20, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 1 more deficiency citation than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$8,122/mo
South Dakota median
Private Room
$9,429/mo
South Dakota median
Hamlin County 65+
885
14.3% of county
County Population
6,196
Hamlin County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Avantara Lake Norden is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Lake Norden, South Dakota with 50 certified beds. It has been operating since 1991. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
50
Avg Residents/Day
46.8
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
May 1, 1991
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Hamlin
Last Inspection
Mar 20, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
24.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (6)

F0803Immediate Jeopardy

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.

Survey: Feb 19, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Feb 19, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Minimal Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Mar 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Nov 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Nov 16, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Actual Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Jan 19, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.14 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.31 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.78 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.23 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.91 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.10 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
32.6%
RN Turnover
12.5%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (21)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
DOROS GENERATION TRUST U/A/D 1/3/125% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization43%Jul 1, 2019
GPN FAMILY TRUST U/A/D 4/28/085% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization43%Jul 1, 2019
OAKWAY OPERATIONS LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization15%Jul 1, 2019
LAKE NORDEN SD PROPERTY HOLDINGS, LLC5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2019
TRUIST BANK5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTERESTOrganizationN/AApr 1, 2022
RAJCHENBACH, CHAIMMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJul 1, 2019
SHABAT, MENACHEMMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJul 1, 2019
TRUIST BANKOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AApr 1, 2022
DEVINE, WILLIAMOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2019
GRIMM, MARGARETOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2019
RAJCHENBACH, CHAIMOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2019
SHABAT, MENACHEMOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2019
DOROS GENERATION TRUST U/A/D 1/3/12ADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2019
GPN FAMILY TRUST U/A/D 4/28/08ADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2019
LAKE NORDEN SD PROPERTY HOLDINGS, LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2019
LEGACY HEALTHCARE FINANCIAL SERVICES LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2019
RSM US LLPADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2024
DEVINE, WILLIAMADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 1, 2019
GRIMM, MARGARETADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 1, 2019
RAJCHENBACH, CHAIMADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 1, 2019
SHABAT, MENACHEMADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 1, 2019

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Avantara Lake Norden and nearby alternatives.

All South Dakota facilities
Avantara Lake Norden
Lake Norden, SDCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Estelline Nursing and Care Center
Estelline, SD12.7 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $16,826
Good Samaritan Society De Smet
De Smet, SD21.6 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $27,989
Jenkin's Living Center
Watertown, SD22.3 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $53,086
Avantara Watertown
Watertown, SD22.9 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $6,368
United Living Community
Brookings, SD27.6 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $33,027
The Neighborhoods at Brookview
Brookings, SD29.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Avantara Lake Norden
Lake Norden, SD · Current facility
—5/54/54/5None recorded
Estelline Nursing and Care Center
Estelline, SD
12.7 mi2/53/51/5$16,826
Good Samaritan Society De Smet
De Smet, SD
21.6 mi1/52/53/5$27,989
Jenkin's Living Center
Watertown, SD
22.3 mi3/53/54/5$53,086
Avantara Watertown
Watertown, SD
22.9 mi1/51/53/5$6,368
United Living Community
Brookings, SD
27.6 mi2/52/54/5$33,027
The Neighborhoods at Brookview
Brookings, SD
29.2 mi5/55/54/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Avantara Lake Norden?▾
Avantara Lake Norden has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Avantara Lake Norden cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in South Dakota is $8,122/month for a semi-private room and $9,429/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Avantara Lake Norden participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Avantara Lake Norden had any health inspection violations?▾
Avantara Lake Norden had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Mar 20, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Avantara Lake Norden?▾
Avantara Lake Norden provides 3.23 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.78 RN hours, 0.31 LPN hours, and 2.14 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 32.6%.
How many beds does Avantara Lake Norden have?▾
Avantara Lake Norden has 50 certified beds with an average of 46.8 residents per day, resulting in approximately 94% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Legacy Healthcare chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Avantara Lake Norden?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in South Dakota. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Avantara Lake Norden?▾
On Google Maps, Avantara Lake Norden has a rating of 5.0 out of 5 based on 16 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Legacy Healthcare

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