Highmore Health

Nestled in the heart of Hyde County, Highmore Health stands as a cornerstone of compassionate skilled nursing care in Highmore, South Dakota. Located at 410 8th Street SE, this community serves seniors and families across central South Dakota with dedicated, round-the-clock clinical support in a setting that feels genuinely close to home. As a non-profit corporation, Highmore Health is driven by mission rather than margin. That distinction matters deeply—resources are reinvested into resident care, staffing, and programming rather than shareholder returns. Families can take confidence knowing that their loved one's wellbeing is the organization's primary measure of success. Highmore itself is a welcoming small town that embodies the warmth and pace that many seniors prefer. As the county seat of Hyde County, the community offers essential services in a tight-knit, low-stress environment. Hyde County Memorial Hospital is located right in Highmore, providing residents and families peace of mind that acute medical care is just minutes away. For more specialized services, Avera St. Mary's Hospital in Pierre—the state capital—is approximately 60 miles to the west along US Highway 14, a straightforward drive for families visiting or accompanying residents to specialist appointments. The landscape surrounding Highmore offers gentle prairie scenery and access to the Missouri River corridor. Lake Oahe, one of the largest reservoirs in the United States, lies to the west and is a beloved destination for fishing, boating, and quiet outdoor enjoyment. For families visiting loved ones, the drive through central South Dakota's open skies and rolling grasslands is a peaceful experience in itself. In town, residents benefit from proximity to local pharmacies, a handful of diners and cafes along Main Street, and the Hyde County Courthouse district that anchors the community. Huron, roughly 45 miles to the east, adds additional shopping, dining, and healthcare options for families traveling from the eastern part of the region. At Highmore Health, skilled nursing services are delivered by a care team committed to dignity, clinical excellence, and genuine human connection. Whether a resident is recovering from surgery, managing a chronic condition, or in need of long-term skilled care, the staff at Highmore Health approaches each day with professionalism and heart.