Peaceful Pines Senior Living at Fort Pierre

02/26/2026

🇺🇸 We are honored to support veterans and their families as they navigate one of life’s most important transitions. Many families don’t realize that veterans and their spouses may qualify for VA Aid & Attendance benefits that can help cover the cost of senior living and care. These benefits were earned through service, and families deserve guidance in accessing them with clarity and compassion.

In partnership with Patriot Angels, we also offer a waived community fee for eligible veterans and their spouses as a small way to say thank you for their service and sacrifice.

If you or someone you love has served, you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. We’re here to help connect you with trusted resources every step of the way. Reach out to learn more about available veteran benefits and how we can support your family.

Supporting a veteran or spouse through long-term care doesn’t have to be stressful. Our advisors guide families through the VA Aid & Attendance process with clarity and care.

02/26/2026

🎥 Behind the scenes with DRG Media Group!

A big thank you to Justin, Cory, and Diane for helping bring our “Day in the Life” segment together. Justin spent the day alongside our team, jumping right into the fun and experiencing firsthand what it truly means to Live Life Together.

We’re so grateful for the time, energy, and storytelling that went into capturing these moments, and we can’t wait to see the finished piece! 💙 Stay tuned!

02/23/2026

🔥🏅From East River to West River, we had so much fun bringing a little Olympic fun to our communities! Inspired by Team USA and the athletes competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, our residents and teams passed the torch from community to community, even Peaceful Pines Senior Living at Mitchell, which is under construction!

Over the past couple of weeks, residents shared lots of laughs and enjoyed some friendly competition as our Life Enrichment teams planned activities centered around the Olympics.

From your self-appointed grandparents at Peaceful Pines Senior Living — we are so proud of you! Congratulations to Team USA and to all the athletes bringing home one of the 33 medals. We loved celebrating along with you! 🇺🇸

02/17/2026

❤️ What a Valentine’s Day to remember! Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Sweetheart Dance for an evening filled with music, dancing, and plenty of sweetness. With Newsn’z Tunez keeping the energy high, the dance floor stayed busy, and the smiles never stopped! 🎶💃🕺

It was a wonderful night spent celebrating love, laughter, and time together with residents, families, and friends. We loved seeing everyone bring their best moves and make new memories along the way. 💕

02/15/2026

Love looks different in every season of life ❤️

In senior living, Valentine’s Day isn’t just about romance — it’s about friendship, belonging, and the everyday connections that support healthy aging. Across our Peaceful Pines communities in South Dakota, we see how community truly changes lives.

Curious how connection impacts independent living, assisted living, and memory care?

https://peacefulpines.net/senior-living-south-dakota-valentines-day/

02/15/2026

Happy Valentine's Day to all!!! We hope you have a sweet day with the friends and family you love dearly ❤️

02/11/2026

While we wait for Spring to make its first appearance, there are still so many ways to stay active and enjoy the days! ☀️💪

Check out our latest blog where we deep dive into the benefits of low-impact exercises. Read here: https://bit.ly/4rBNzdO

Explore the benefits of low-impact exercise for seniors and how Peaceful Pines creates supportive, enjoyable opportunities to stay active.

02/11/2026

Alera Austin is our February Employee of the Month!!! 🎉👏

Alera is a Caregiver at our community, and her hard work, kindness, and positivity have made a real difference for our residents.

We love having her on the team, and we are so proud of her. Keep it up, Alera!👍

02/03/2026

💚 Reminder!!! 💚

We are hosting a Hospice Education workshop with Avera at Home Hospice on February 17! Come by to learn about some available resources and enjoy some light appetizers and snacks.

01/29/2026

June treated herself to a little salon time because great days start with great hair! 💇‍♀️✨ We love seeing our residents feel refreshed, confident, and cared for.

01/29/2026

Welcome Kayla Austin, our new Business Office Manager!

Kayla first joined our community as a Medication Aide, where she quickly became known for her reliability, compassion, and strong work ethic. She has now stepped into the Business Office Manager role, and we couldn’t be more excited for her!

*We believe in investing in our team and creating opportunities for advancement. Kayla’s story is a perfect example of how passion and hard work can open new doors right here within our community. Kayla, thank you for your heart for our residents and your continued dedication to excellence. We’re so proud to have you on our leadership team!

*If you see Kayla around the community, be sure to congratulate her on her new role or stop by the front desk and say hello!