Garden Hills Assisted Living

905 S 34th St

(605) 642-0404

Assisted Living Facility|Last inspected November 13, 2025

15 violations cited

Last inspected: November 13, 2025|Licensed for 16 beds

AI-Generated Summary

State inspectors found 15 violations at Garden Hills Assisted Living during a November 13, 2025 inspection covering both a routine licensure survey and a complaint investigation. Deficiencies included failures in infection control (no designated infection control officer, improper sharps disposal, staff skipping hand hygiene during medication administration), resident rights, grievance procedures, and staff practices related to abuse prevention, mail handling, food quality, housekeeping, and bathing assistance. The complaint survey specifically cited issues with potential resident abuse and misappropriation of property. The facility submitted plans of correction with completion dates of December 28, 2025, including staff retraining, policy updates, and new oversight procedures.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Garden Hills Assisted Living

How many violations does Garden Hills Assisted Living have?
Garden Hills Assisted Living has 15 violations documented in The Care Audit database. Review the full citation details above.
When was Garden Hills Assisted Living last inspected?
The most recent inspection date on file is November 13, 2025. Facilities in South Dakota are typically re-inspected annually.
Is there an official inspection report for Garden Hills Assisted Living?
Yes. A link to the official state inspection report is available on this page. The report is hosted on the South Dakota government website.
Is Garden Hills Assisted Living a licensed facility in South Dakota?
Garden Hills Assisted Living is listed in The Care Audit as a state-licensed assisted living facility in Spearfish, South Dakota. Licensing status is sourced from official South Dakota health department records and is updated periodically.