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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Bowyer, SC

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zipAveragecost: $4,200

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Photo of Summerville Estates
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9.5
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52 reviews
9.5
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5 star
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4 star
19%
3 star
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4%
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I would give 5 across the board! Previously my parents lived in another similar facility. For about 10% increase, moved from mostly 3s to all 5s! Especially if able to take advantage of the...
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.
We believe that Summerville Estates Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Summerville Estates Gracious...
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22 Floor plans available
8.3
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8.3
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What we like the most about the Wildcat Senior Living community is that It's bright and cheerful and very clean. The staff is very caring
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.
Wildcat Senior Living is Now Open and Moving in Independent Living Residents!150 ApartmentsOne and Two Bedroom options withvarious layouts, porches, andbalconies to choose from.Explore...every nook of your new home fromthe beauty salon and clubhouse tothe pool and walking paths; a littleadventure...
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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 Santee C Resort Inc
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.
Photo of Cane Bay Assisted Living
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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Bowyer, SC

The average cost of senior living in Bowyer is $4,200 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vance, SC with an average of $3,106 per month.

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

Bowyer, SC
$4,200/mo

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

Bowyer, SC
$4,200/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$3,921/mo
Independent Living
$4,200/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,995/mo
Studio
$4,683/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,432/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,592/mo

Senior living costs in Bowyer 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: Bowyer, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBowyer, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,200/mo$3,911/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,921/mo$4,129/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,921/mo$4,162/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Bowyer, SC:$4,200/mo
South Carolina:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Bowyer, SC:$3,921/mo
South Carolina:$4,129/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Bowyer, SC:$3,921/mo
South Carolina:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Bowyer, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bowyer 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
Bowyer, SC$3,697/mo$3,523/mo+4.9%
South Carolina$3,101/mo$3,116/mo-0.5%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Bowyer, SC
2024 average cost:$3,697/mo
2023 average cost:$3,523/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,101/mo
2023 average cost:$3,116/mo
Percent change:-0.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Bowyer

Recent reviews for independent living in Bowyer

The Claiborne at Brickyard Crossing in Summerville, SC

4.9
We lived in our home for 31 years before we needed a residence easier to maintain. We had a good one in our former state, but ran into a disaster in our first try in Summerville. Since we moved to The Claiborne, we have found our new home. The staff is willing to do anything you need ...
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Summerville Estates

5.0
5 for everything! They are great. Everyone is very helpful and friendly. Clean and bright inside and out. Apartments are a nice size with a refrigerator and a small sink.

Wildcat Senior Living in Summerville, SC

5.0
Wildcat is a great Memory Care facility. [name removed], Wildcat Executive Director, is experienced, most caring, patient, and professional. As is her staff.

Bowyer independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bowyer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bowyer, 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 Bowyer 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 Bowyer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bowyer, SCNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Bowyer 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 Bowyer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bowyer, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bowyer 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 Bowyer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bowyer, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.2%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
47%
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Summerville Estates, Wildcat Senior Living and Elliott's Residential Homes are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bowyer, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 11 independent living facilities near Bowyer, South Carolina. See the full list.
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