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Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living, located in Sioux Falls, SD, offers a variety of care types to meet the needs of its residents. These include Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Respite Care. This means that whether someone needs a little help with daily tasks, wants to live independently, or requires a short-term stay, Ponderosa Lodge has options available. The community provides different types of rooms, some of which come with living rooms, kitchenettes, full kitchens, and dining areas. This variety allows residents to choose a living space that fits their preferences and needs. The room amenities at Ponderosa Lodge ensure that residents feel at home. Those who enjoy cooking will appreciate rooms with kitchenettes or full kitchens. Additionally, having a living room and dining area in the unit provides space for relaxation and meals. The community also offers a range of amenities that contribute to an engaging and comfortable lifestyle. Residents can enjoy meals provided by the community, participate in organized activities and programs, and benefit from salon services. Social and entertainment activities, as well as health and wellness programs, are also available to keep residents active and engaged. When it comes to services, Ponderosa Lodge Senior Living is equipped to support its residents in various ways. General transportation services make it easy for residents to go to appointments or outings. Nurses on staff and medication management services ensure that healthcare needs are met. For those with specific dietary requirements, special diets and dietary accommodations are available, with a nutrition specialist on staff to assist. Personal care services and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) are provided for those who need extra help. Additionally, housekeeping services maintain a clean and tidy living environment for all residents. To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a href="https://apps.sd.gov/ph04lassnet/rptPH04LicenseList.Aspx">South Dakota Department of Health Provider List</a>

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Ponderosa Lodge is home to both Independent Residents as well as Assisted Living Residents. We offer senior living options for anyone 55+ yrs of age & care plans for those in Assisted Living with 6 levels of care customized to each residents care needs.

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Ponderosa Lodge offers handicap accessible transportation Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm for all residents. 

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Ponderosa Lodge has a full time Program Director who offers programming & activities 7 days a week! Our residents enjoy everything for daily devotions, card group, bingo, group outings to Falls Park & many other local attractions, music groups come to sing or play piano, zoo mobile, ice cream socials, BBQ's, Walking Club, Group Fitness class, gardening club & so much more!

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Residents can expect nothing but the best when it comes to nutrition at Ponderosa Lodge. Our dinning staff make each meal from scratch right in our kitchen on site each day. We serve 3 meals a day plus offer coffee & snack bars stocked for residents & guests throughout the day. Meals include everything from eggs to order, meatloaf, chicken salad sandwiches, chili, soups, sandwiches, taco salad, pizza, desserts & much more!

What makes the chef or dining program at {provider.name} exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?

Ponderosa Lodge is a small community with only 76 apartments on site. This allows our staff to get to know each resident & their families on a personal level. Ponderosa Lodge staff will always ensure that family is contacted first via their preferred communication method. We are also connected via social media - Facebook & Instagram. 

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We have a variety of Independent Living residents at Ponderosa Lodge ranging in age from 55-95 years old. Our independent residents love to stay active with walking club, card group,. monthly lunch bunch, attending music events & much more!

Describe the overall population of independent living residents at {provider.name}. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

We love our furry residents at Ponderosa Lodge too! Cats & Dogs are welcome with a pet deposit. We ask that the resident or family can take care of the pet & pick up after them. Pets are welcome in the grassy areas of our community as long as you clean up any droppings. We simply ask no furry friends in the dinning area & all pets are kept on a leash in any main areas.

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Ponderosa Lodge performs elopement drills on a monthly basis as well as completes elopement assessments on residents as frequently as needed to ensure the safety of our residents is top priority. 

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Trip to Falls Park, Day at the Zoo, Sertoma Butterfly House, Monthly Out to Lunch

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Ponderosa Lodge is conveniently located right of Louise Ave & I229. Resident enjoy the easy access to jumping on I-229 & being able to get around to any part of the city easily & quickly. We are near the Empire Mall, Walmart, Target, Sertoma Park, Sertoma Butterfly House, many shopping centers & restaurants.

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For assisted living we strive to ensure all residents needs are met. Depending on the residents level of care will determine the staff to resident ratio. 

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All assisted living residents are equipped with their own pendant which alerts the nurses station anytime they are in need of assistance. Our doors are locked after 5pm each day & nursing staff is on site 24/7 to ensure all residents safety. 

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Ponderosa Lodge is within a lovely neighborhood on the south west end of Sioux Falls. There are walking paths around our community as well as nearby parks to enjoy. 

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Ponderosa Lodge is always  working to keep up on any senior care training. Ponderosa Lodge is a part of the Sinceri Senior Living Family, which is a nation wide senior living company. 

What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?

Our community is each residents home! We do not exclude any resident from certain areas of our community & all residents are welcome to relax & enjoy all common areas of Ponderosa Lodge including - Main Lobby, Fireside Lounge, Grand Room, Patio & Courtyard.

What common areas are available for independent living residents?

Staff on site 24/7, All doors are locked after 5pm & guests must buzz into nurses station to be let into building. 

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Ponderosa Lodge has 2 RN's on staff as well as many other CNA's. Ponderosa Lodge works closely with both hospitals in Sioux Falls as well as Prairie Rehab, Encompass Health & Aveanna Health. If any resident needs a referral for additional medical assistance we are happy to help find the perfect fit for them. 

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