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1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.9
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172 reviews
9.9
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We are so pleased with the level of care our grandparents receive at North Pointe. We don't have to worry anymore! The staff at North Pointe goes above and beyond to accommodate and love on our grands!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Feel the electricity at North Pointe, where exciting amenities, world-class services and myriad recreational and social opportunities keep our residents energized and buzzing. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Anderson, South Carolina, feels like one big family that shares meals...
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2121 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.5
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98 reviews
9.5
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98 reviews
5 star
70%
4 star
23%
3 star
2%
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3%
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Mom is happy. She is still on the lowest level of care. She likes to help take care of others!! Although Mom is not on the memory care side of the facility, it definitely rated above others. We also like...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Live the good life at Summit Place, where desired amenities and world-class services excite our residents and provide a rewarding, enriching lifestyle. Our caring and professional staff provides a helping hand for residents who may appreciate assistance with activities of daily living. You can be...
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1919 Photos available
9.3
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25 reviews
9.3
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25 reviews
5 star
68%
4 star
24%
3 star
4%
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4%
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The staff have been very nice. Menus have been carb heavy and are apparently set by someone other than the local folks, but things are usually tasty. Often need seasoning, though. There are plenty of...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Come visit the 'best kept secret' in retirement living in the greater Greenville area. Affordable retirement living with all the trimmings...you'll find it at The Legacy. Everything about The Legacy is designed to make you feel right at home...the gracious common areas, the friendly service, the...
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11 Floor plan available
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9.1
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44 reviews
9.1
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44 reviews
5 star
55%
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34%
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11%
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My sister loves it there. The staff are caring, nurses are very good at giving her medicine on time. She loves the food. She likes when they take them out to stores and places.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Marchbanks Assisted Living & Memory Care is Anderson, South Carolina’s premier assisted living and memory care community. We are conveniently located near the AnMed Health Campus, hospital, and physician office, as well as shopping, restaurants, churches and schools. Recently, we underwent a...
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2020 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.3
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44 reviews
8.3
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44 reviews
5 star
34%
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41%
3 star
5%
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11%
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9%
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Friendly, attentive staff, and great facility. Some apartments and outside grounds need maintenance and upgrades. However, it is an accommodating facility and exactly what we needed for our family and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Brookdale Anderson is a luxurious senior living community offering a wide range of senior services in Anderson, South Carolina. Our campus sits on 12 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering residents a peaceful and tranquil retirement experience. Just minutes from major...
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99 Photos available
8.2
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24 reviews
8.2
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24 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
21%
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13%
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Morningside was short on staff and lax on attention to patients. Had some good employees & some not so good. Additionally, the facility is excellent.
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.
Morningside of Anderson is nestled away in a neighborhood setting near shopping, restaurants and the hospital. As a premiere provider of assisted living, it's our goal to make every day a memorable one. Discover our experienced and caring staff, comfortable apartment-style living, activities and...
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4 star
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We chose this community because they had a special place for people who have dementia. The people at the front were very friendly and helpful. They had something going on all the time at this community. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Reader’s Choice Best of Anderson 2020. Call or drop by to see what make Garden House of...
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66 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
2.0
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3 reviews
2.0
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3 reviews
5 star
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The facility at Dominion of Anderson is new and well maintained. Staff is very visible and engaged. Care staff is respectful, courteous and helpful. Well organized and friendly.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Dominion Senior Living of AndersonAssisted Living and Memory Care Community"Honoring God Through Service to Seniors"Voted Best Of Your Hometown in 2019 and 2020!OUR CULTURE: We believe we are called to minister to the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our residents. PERSON-CENTERED...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Photo of Connie's Residential Care
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.
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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.
Photo of Connie's Residential Care
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.
Photo of Lakeview Assisted Living
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.
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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Anderson, SC

The average cost of senior living in Anderson is $4,028 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ware Shoals, SC with an average of $3,602 per month.

Independent living costs in Anderson, SC, vs. nearby cities

Anderson, SC
$4,028/mo
$4,128/mo
$4,408/mo

Independent living costs in Anderson, SC, vs. state and national averages

Anderson, SC
$4,028/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Anderson, SC, vs. other senior living options

$4,072/mo
Independent Living
$4,028/mo

Independent living costs in Anderson, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,781/mo
Studio
$4,338/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,054/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,747/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,250/mo

Senior living costs in Anderson 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: Anderson, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAnderson, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,028/mo$3,911/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,023/mo$4,129/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,072/mo$4,162/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Anderson, SC:$4,028/mo
South Carolina:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Anderson, SC:$4,023/mo
South Carolina:$4,129/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Anderson, SC:$4,072/mo
South Carolina:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Anderson, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Anderson 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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Independent living cost trends in Anderson, SC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Anderson 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 median 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
Anderson, SC$2,468/mo$2,357/mo+4.7%
South Carolina$2,968/mo$2,776/mo+6.9%
National$3,006/mo$2,839/mo+5.9%
Anderson, SC
2024 average cost:$2,468/mo
2023 average cost:$2,357/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$2,968/mo
2023 average cost:$2,776/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,006/mo
2023 average cost:$2,839/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Anderson

Recent reviews for independent living in Anderson

Brookdale Anderson

4.9
I would rate everything for Brookdale Anderson at a five, except for the cleanliness. I would give that a four. We cleaned it before we moved Mom in. The staff is really nice.

The Willows of Easley

5.0
My loved one is currently a resident at The Willows of Easley and everything has been great for him at this facility so far. The staff, cleanliness and friendliness are great. The food, activities and value for cost are also great. My loved one and our whole family are very happy with our choice ...
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Brookdale Hartwell

4.3
My husband had dementia and Brookdale had the secure memory care unit. They were very helpful with helping me complete all paperwork and very knowledgeable of his condition.

Anderson independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Anderson independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Anderson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Anderson, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
35.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Anderson independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Anderson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Anderson, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Anderson independent 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 independent living communities in Anderson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Anderson, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
47.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
47.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.1%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

North Pointe, Summit Place and The Legacy of Anderson are the top-rated independent living facilities near Anderson, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 18 independent living facilities near Anderson, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Anderson, South Carolina are North Pointe, Summit Place and Keowee Square. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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