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55 Floor plans available
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My family has a long history at The Legacy. My grandmother lived there happily nearly twenty years ago. Recently, my mother and father moved there when their health deteriorated quickly. My father passed...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Legacy of Camden is a beautiful, quaint retirement community in Camden, South Carolina, just northeast of Columbia, SC. Our assisted living community has 40 apartments, and offers assistance with the activities of daily living, as needed by each individual.The Legacy of Camden is now under...
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9.2
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My mother has been a resident for three months and our family couldn't be happier with the care she receives. All staff are so friendly and they genuinely care about the well-being and safety of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
With Southern charm and homelike community features, The Colonial at Old Camden provides a warm, lively community setting for seniors seeking assisted living services. Designed with purpose and endless hospitality, the community not only offers attentive care, but also offers stellar amenities,...
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44 Floor plans available
8.3
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My aunt is doing so much better there than living at home! The staff is wonderful and so caring. The thing that I find most reassuring is my aunt is clean, safe and gets her medicine on time. That makes us...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Legacy of Hartsville is tucked securely within a quaint community of families and neighbors. Within minutes of the hospital and medical offices in one direction and a downtown area flourishing with charm and history in another, The Legacy is proud to offer services and amenities, activities...
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It has been a good fit for my dad at Pinedale Residential Center. The community is conveniently located for us to come and visit him often. He is really happy there. I haven't had a chance to eat there with...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Carriage House of Hartsville is an assisted living community for male and female residents 55 years of age and older in Hartsville, SC. Hartsville enjoys a mild climate most of the year, with occasional snows in the winter. The 2010 census placed the population at 7,764 for our small...
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Cost of assisted living in Zemp, SC

The average cost of senior living in Zemp is $4,172 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Florence, SC with an average of $4,137 per month.

Assisted living costs in Zemp, SC, vs. state and national averages

Zemp, SC
$4,172/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Zemp, SC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,172/mo
$4,835/mo

Assisted living costs in Zemp, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,355/mo
Studio
$3,582/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,302/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,647/mo

Senior living costs in Zemp vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Zemp, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeZemp, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,172/mo$4,824/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$4,835/mo$5,404/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,026/mo$3,557/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Zemp, SC:$4,172/mo
South Carolina:$4,824/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Zemp, SC:$4,835/mo
South Carolina:$5,404/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Zemp, SC:$3,026/mo
South Carolina:$3,557/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Zemp, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Zemp and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Zemp, SC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Zemp have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Zemp, SC$4,503/mo$4,299/mo+4.8%
South Carolina$4,584/mo$4,398/mo+4.2%
National$5,462/mo$5,210/mo+4.8%
Zemp, SC
2024 average cost:$4,503/mo
2023 average cost:$4,299/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$4,584/mo
2023 average cost:$4,398/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,462/mo
2023 average cost:$5,210/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Zemp, SC

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What families are saying about assisted living in Zemp

Recent reviews for assisted living in Zemp

Sumter Grove Senior Living

5.0
We have had the best experience. We couldn't have found a better assistance care living residence for my mom. Sumter Grove has exceptional service and meets all my mom's care. Staff are exceptional, very professional and very caring. It felt like home the minute we walked in.

The Colonial at Old Camden

5.0
Staff is very helpful and very supportive of family members. Excellent condition of facility. Very friendly and attentive to memory care resident's needs. They have a family support group. The facility is 8 miles from my home.

Sumter Terrace Assisted Living

5.0
My mother was a resident for a very short time; but during that time I was very happy with the care that she received. Her room was a good size for her and the staff were very friendly. My family and I enjoyed spending time with her there.I would recommend Sumter Terrace to anyone looking for an ...
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Zemp review score based on 184 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 184 reviews of 11 Zemp assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Zemp review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Zemp review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Zemp, SC11 facilities
9.1
Sumter, SC0 facilities
8.3
Hartsville, SC0 facilities

Review subcategories for Zemp assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 184 reviews of 11 Zemp assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Zemp resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Zemp, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
3.6
Friendliness
4.6
3.6
Care services
4.3
3.3
Staff
4.6
3.5
Meals & dining
4.3
3.2
Activities
4.5
3.2
Value for cost*
4.3
3.2
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Zemp assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Zemp assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Zemp, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Zemp assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Zemp that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Zemp, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
29.9%
45.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.8%
29.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.3%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.5%
93.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
28.4%
49.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.1%
26.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.2%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25.3%
41.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25.6%
45.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Zemp assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Zemp Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Zemp, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
27.6%
44.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.4%
28.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
24.6%
35.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Zemp assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Zemp partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Zemp, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.8%
23.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.7%
35.5%
No sugar
No sugar
15.6%
32.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.9%
31.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.1%
15.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Zemp assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Zemp communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Zemp, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.7%
27.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.6%
36.8%
Room service
Room service
14.9%
32%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.3%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Zemp assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Zemp offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Zemp, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
23.9%
40.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.9%
26.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.4%
26.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.9%
43%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.1%
42.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.9%
45.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.9%
35.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.5%
31%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.1%
33%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
21.9%
40.7%
Dances
Dances
15%
26.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.7%
21.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.3%
39.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Zemp

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about South Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Zemp protect seniors.
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