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HomeSouth DakotaSanford Chamberlain Care Center

Sanford Chamberlain Care Center

300 S Byron Blvd, Chamberlain, SD 573256052346518WebsiteGoogle Maps
2.3on Google(3 reviews)
1/5Much Below Average
Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
1/5
Beds
44
certified
4 fine(s) totaling $124,961

How Sanford Chamberlain Care Center 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
1/5
SD average
2.9/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
SD average
2.8/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
4/5
SD average
3.6/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.69 hrs/day
SD average
3.81 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.68 hrs/day
SD average
0.80 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
56.9%
SD average
48.2%
Higher than state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Its 1/5 overall CMS rating is below the South Dakota average of 2.9/5.
Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the South Dakota average of 2.8/5.
Reported RN time is 0.68 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.80.
Staff turnover is 56.9%, higher 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
14
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 11, 2024
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 14, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 12 fewer deficiency citations 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
Brule County 65+
1,004
19.1% of county
County Population
5,247
Brule County

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

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Sanford Chamberlain Care Center is a 1-star Medicaid certified nursing home in Chamberlain, South Dakota with 44 certified beds. It has been operating since 1983. Its overall CMS rating is 1 out of 5.

Beds
44
Avg Residents/Day
41.4
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Feb 1, 1983
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Brule
Last Inspection
Aug 14, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
85.5
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (16)

F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Aug 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Actual Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Jun 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jun 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for 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: Jun 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Immediate Jeopardy

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Jan 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Dec 27, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0692Actual Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Dec 27, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 27, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Immediate Jeopardy

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0699Actual Harm

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for 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: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
Total Fines
$124,961
Number of Fines
4
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
4

Penalty History

FineJul 11, 2024
$9,419
FineOct 31, 2024
$22,465
FineJun 12, 2025
$43,095
FineDec 27, 2024
$49,982

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

Nurse Aide2.54 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.47 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.68 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.69 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.46 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
56.9%
RN Turnover
30.0%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (1)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
Ownership Data Not AvailableN/AN/A

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Sanford Chamberlain Care Center and nearby alternatives.

All South Dakota facilities
Sanford Chamberlain Care Center
Chamberlain, SDCurrent facility
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $124,961
Aurora Brule Nursing Home INC
White Lake, SD31.1 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $17,928
Platte Care Center
Platte, SD37.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $20,183
Avera Rosebud Country Care Center
Gregory, SD38.9 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Winner Regional Healthcare Center
Winner, SD38.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $13,039
Weskota Manor Inc
Wessington Springs, SD43.0 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Highmore Health
Highmore, SD50.4 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Sanford Chamberlain Care Center
Chamberlain, SD · Current facility
—1/52/54/5$124,961
Aurora Brule Nursing Home INC
White Lake, SD
31.1 mi3/53/52/5$17,928
Platte Care Center
Platte, SD
37.2 mi5/54/55/5$20,183
Avera Rosebud Country Care Center
Gregory, SD
38.9 mi4/54/54/5None recorded
Winner Regional Healthcare Center
Winner, SD
38.9 mi3/54/54/5$13,039
Weskota Manor Inc
Wessington Springs, SD
43.0 mi4/54/54/5None recorded
Highmore Health
Highmore, SD
50.4 mi3/53/53/5None 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 Sanford Chamberlain Care Center?▾
Sanford Chamberlain Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 1/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Sanford Chamberlain Care Center 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). Sanford Chamberlain Care Center participates in Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Sanford Chamberlain Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Sanford Chamberlain Care Center had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 14, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 4 fine(s) totaling $124,961.
What are the staffing levels at Sanford Chamberlain Care Center?▾
Sanford Chamberlain Care Center provides 3.69 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.68 RN hours, 0.47 LPN hours, and 2.54 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 56.9%.
How many beds does Sanford Chamberlain Care Center have?▾
Sanford Chamberlain Care Center has 44 certified beds with an average of 41.4 residents per day, resulting in approximately 94% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Sanford Chamberlain Care Center?▾
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 Sanford Chamberlain Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, Sanford Chamberlain Care Center has a rating of 2.3 out of 5 based on 3 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 1/5.