Victorian Assisted Living sits on Columbus Street in Rapid City, right on a 1.64-acre lot with room for parking up to 20 cars, and it's been there since 1997, so it's got a little history to it now, and folks seem to think pretty well of it, what with a 3.5-star rating across eight reviews that point out both its good parts and places it could do better. The building itself, called The Victorian, is all single-floor, big at almost 22,000 square feet, and you'll find private bedrooms-48 in total-with private bathrooms for everyone, which makes it feel more comfortable and personal for each resident because everyone can have their own space, and all of it's set out in three wings, circling a roomy common area where people can get together to eat, talk or watch something, and even an on-site hair salon, so people don't have to travel far for a trim. Folks can stay in independent living if they want an active, busy life without a lot of chores, or they can get more help through assisted living, with support around-the-clock for things like taking medicine, washing up, getting dressed, or moving from place to place, and the staff, including onsite nurses, can help with refilling prescriptions or working with doctors outside the facility, so you don't have to worry about getting left out of your health care. Victorian Assisted Living's got a lot of the things people want for daily life, like laundry and dry cleaning, cleaning services, special meals for folks with food allergies or dietary restrictions, and rooms all set up with furniture and phones, plus there's an emergency alert system in each room for peace of mind.
There's plenty of space to stretch out, with an outdoor courtyard and a covered patio for sunny days and fresh air, and inside, big lounge areas with new furniture make it feel a bit more like home, so you're not stuck in your room all day if you don't want to be. Meal times happen in a group dining room where cooks make restaurant-like food, and people gather to eat and talk-no need to cook or clean up if you don't want to. Recreational and social activities, both community-sponsored and run by residents themselves, fill the days with arts, games, educational classes, and movie nights, and there's a strong focus on making sure everyone can join in, whether it's a walking path for some exercise, a garden for those who like to put their hands in the dirt, or an arts room for folks who want to paint or do crafts. Wheelchairs can get everywhere you need to go, with accessible spaces all over. Transportation is available for outings or trips to appointments, so residents aren't stuck on campus. All care plans involve residents and their families, working together to meet every need, and the philosophy at Victorian Assisted Living centers around dignity, privacy, choice, and making people feel comfortable in a place that feels safe and familiar. The staff stick to what they call the Pillars of Care, which means they try to cover not just the physical help like bathing or medicine, but also social, mental, and emotional needs, so people can feel part of a warm and friendly community, not left out or forgotten. The location's close to Rapid City's medical services and local sights. Victorian Assisted Living focuses on fostering an environment where people can keep their independence as much as possible, get help when they need it, and keep engaged with friends, neighbors, and family.
