Our Services
Senior & Geriatric Care
Senior Care at the Center for Family Medicine provides personalized healthcare for older adults that blends the continuity of family medicine with specialized geriatric expertise. Our providers take the time to understand each patient’s medical history, medications, daily function, lifestyle, and goals to create a plan that supports long-term health and independence.
Location: 1115 East 20th Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Phone: 605-339-1783
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
What Is Geriatrics?
Geriatrics is the medical specialty focused on the health and wellness of older adults. Rather than defining care by age alone, geriatrics centers on the unique medical, emotional, and functional needs that evolve as people grow older. The goal is to prevent illness, manage chronic disease, maintain independence, and maximize quality of life.
Why Choose Our Senior Care Team?
Care that gets to know you and supports your needs.
- Experienced physicians with training in family medicine and care for older adults.
- Medication reviews to check for interactions and look for ways to simplify your routine.
- Care where you live, with support at home, in assisted living or other residential settings.
- A team working together, including physicians, resident doctors, geriatric fellows, nurses and care coordinators.
- Help coordinating your care with hospitals, specialists and community services, including support after a hospital stay.
- Most insurance plans accepted, including Medicare.
Services We Provide
Our Senior Care program offers a wide range of services tailored to the needs of older adults:
Primary and Preventive Care
Annual wellness visits, immunizations, fall-risk screening, vision and hearing referrals, and preventive counseling.
Management of Chronic Conditions
Expert care for heart disease, diabetes, COPD, kidney disease, dementia, stroke recovery, and other long-term health conditions using evidence-based practices.
Medication Reconciliation and Polypharmacy Review
Thorough evaluation of all medications to reduce unnecessary drugs, avoid harmful interactions, and optimize safety.
Cognitive and Functional Assessments
Screening for memory changes, dementia, balance issues, mobility limitations, home safety needs, and ability to perform daily activities.
Fall Prevention
Fall-risk evaluations, home-safety recommendations, physical therapy referrals, and mobility planning.
Behavioral and Emotional Health Support
Evaluation and treatment of depression, anxiety, sleep concerns, and behavioral symptoms related to cognitive changes.
Caregiver Support and Advance Care Planning
Guidance for family caregivers, including advance directives, goals-of-care discussions, and connection to community resources.
Transitions of Care
Post-hospital follow-up, coordination with specialists, and assistance arranging rehabilitation or home health services.
Virtual Care Options
Telemedicine appointments and telephone follow-up when appropriate to ensure continuity and convenience.
A Team That Gets to Know You
Our faculty physicians, resident doctors, fellows, nurses and support staff work together to care for you. You’ll have ongoing primary care with added expertise in the health needs of older adults.
Is Senior Care Right for You?
We’re here for older adults who:
- Want help staying healthy and planning ahead
- Live with several ongoing health conditions
- Need help managing medications
- Notice changes in memory, movement or daily activities
- Need support coordinating care with specialists and community services
- Want guidance for themselves or their caregivers
Insurance and Billing
We accept most insurance plans, including Medicare. If you have questions about coverage, bills or your balance, our front desk team is happy to help.
Getting Ready for Your Visit
Please bring:
- Your medication bottles or a current list of all medicines and supplements
- A family member or caregiver, if you’d like
- Recent hospital discharge notes or specialist records, if available
- Any questions, concerns or goals you’d like to talk about
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral?
Most senior care visits do not require a referral. Specialty visits may follow insurance requirements.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call 605-339-1783 to schedule a visit. If you have urgent concerns, please let our staff know.
Can you see patients living in assisted living or nursing facilities?
Yes. Our team supports patients in a variety of living environments and works with families and staff to coordinate care.
Make an Appointment
To schedule a Senior Care visit or to speak with our team, call 605-339-1783 or contact us through our website. We are located at 1115 East 20th Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57105.
The Center for Family Medicine is proud to partner with the Sioux Falls Family Medicine Residency, bringing education, innovation, and compassionate care to every patient we serve.