Serenity Corner Assisted Living

19566 Old Belle Road

(605) 642-4029

Assisted Living Facility|Last inspected September 17, 2024

11 violations cited

Last inspected: September 17, 2024|Licensed for 16 beds

AI-Generated Summary

State inspectors found 11 violations at Serenity Corner during a survey conducted September 16–17, 2024, covering areas including resident safety, fire safety, and advance directive recordkeeping. Inspectors observed residents smoking unsupervised despite a written 'No Smoking' policy, and found that exit doors had magnetic locks that may impede emergency egress. A particularly serious finding involved a resident whose DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) status had been incorrectly documented as 'full code' in multiple staff records since her June 2024 admission. The facility submitted plans of correction with deadlines around October 30, 2024, including updated smoking policies, care plan assessments, and advance directive procedures.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Serenity Corner Assisted Living

How many violations does Serenity Corner Assisted Living have?
Serenity Corner Assisted Living has 11 violations documented in The Care Audit database. Review the full citation details above.
When was Serenity Corner Assisted Living last inspected?
The most recent inspection date on file is September 17, 2024. Facilities in South Dakota are typically re-inspected annually.
Is there an official inspection report for Serenity Corner 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 Serenity Corner Assisted Living a licensed facility in South Dakota?
Serenity Corner 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.