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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Buffalo, SC

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Emerald Gardens staff treat you like family very courteous friendly loving and caring. Environment full of love. Each person truly love their residence, love their coworkers and love their job. It is not...
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.
Emerald Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care is in the heart of Greenwood, SC and have been serving Seniors for over 25 years. We are two blocks from Self Regional Healthcare and many other medical specialist in our area. We offer a wide array of services, amenities and activities that...
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Wonderful facility. Caring staff. Lots of activities. Beautifully decorated. Clean. Smells good. Well-managed. Mom says the food is great. Comprehensive care. Rooms are spacious. Lovely common areas and...
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.
When you walk through the doors at Ashley Place, our senior living community, you will be greeted with a smile and a warm welcome. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and...
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77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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61 reviews
9.8
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61 reviews
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It's hard for your parent to be in a facility that is not home but Laurelwoods made the transition easier...mom even transitioned easily! The cleanliness is a 4....only because they have been undergoing...
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.
Experience lodge-like living while soaking up gorgeous views of the Blue Ridge Mountains at LaurelHurst. From thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans to the world-class services and myriad recreational and social opportunities, residents may just find that we have thought of...
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The staff is really caring. Staff was excellent and went above and beyond with care. The showers have an edge that must be stepped over. Food was hit or miss. Sometimes very good and other times so-so.
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.
Located in Rock Hill, South Carolina, Rock Hill Grove Senior Living is the premier assisted living residence of choice for your loved one. Our caregivers, dietary staff, and management team all strive for excellence, and have one goal — to exceed your expectations everyday. Rock Hill Grove Senior...
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They love their residents! Mom was near death when we moved her there and now a year later she is thriving and just celebrated birthday number 98!
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.
From the moment you enter Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff, you know you are some place special.We believe in engaging the whole person: body, mind, and spirit. Health and safety are important, of course – but so are curiosity, companionship, fun, and lifelong learning. Brookstone is nestled on...
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66 Floor plans available
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The staff in Memory Care is very attentive and very kind to the residents. The activity staff works tirelessly to try to enrich the days for what can be a difficult clientele. The housekeeping staff seems to...
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.
Home Sweet HomeServing seniors in assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing and rehabilitation, our community provides you with a warm and welcoming environment where you can experience newfound freedom and independence. We handle all the cooking, cleaning and household chores so you can...
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They have lot's of activities. Great food. Fun events. The location is always very clean and smells nice. The staff is always very helpful. Its a great place to have your loved one stay. There have been een...
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.
At Manning Place, our senior living community, you'll find a smaller, homelike community and a compassionate, caring staff. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and...
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9.6
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Great location, friendly staff, my Mom is happy there and much healthier than when she was living alone, provides us state of mind that she is safe and well taken care of. They stay busy with activities.
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.
Situated near the Catawba River in York County, minutes from the city of Charlotte, Lake Wylie Retirement and Assisted Living Community offers the lifestyle that's just right for you. With Lake Wylie nearby, a small town resort-like atmosphere and old-fashioned Southern charm make this peaceful...
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44 Floor plans available
9.5
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The apartments are very well appointed with quality equipment's and appliances with excellent housekeeping services and with well trained staff who are very friendly and helpful. The food service is on a par...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
NOW OPEN August, 2020Maple Brook Terrace is the NEW Premier All-Inclusive Independent Living Retirement Community in the Upstate of South Carolina. As an all-inclusive community we offer many amenities and activities that you are sure to appreciate and enjoy. Maple Brook Terrace offers 24/7...
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11 Video available
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33 Floor plans available
9.5
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[name removed] said she was at 5 for kidney failure she was not. [name removed] did not want to send medical records to primary care and made a big deal. They were giving meds in such a way that would cause...
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.
It’s time to upgrade your senior living lifestyle.Choose us for your next home sweet home and you’ll enjoy an assisted living community in Gastonia, North Carolina. Ideally situated just 20 minutes north of Charlotte, we are one of the premier senior communities in the region. Our residents enjoy...
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11 Video available
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33 Floor plans available
9.5
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I had visited several places and had made up my mind about another place. I still had Chandler Place on my list to see so I called and made an appointment. While interviewing and discussing my options I was...
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.
Welcome to Chandler Place. Our newly constructed apartment homes provide a distinctive combination of service and independence which enables you to make choices and enjoy life. With a choice of one or two bedroom apartments, you may select the option that best meets your needs. Your apartment...
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1818 Floor plans available
9.4
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Very friendly, very helpful, and they genuinely care about their residents. We would absolutely recommend the community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Haywood Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built upon the picturesque, rural landscape of the Blue Ridge foothills, you'll enjoy strolling along our paths and appreciate the scenic views that await you at every vista. Residents also love the...
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Overall place very nice place for food and facilities. My wife and I only had a few issues with staffing support and overnight care. My mother in law clothes were not changed as frequently as we would have...
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.
Located in Fountain Inn, Greenville County, South Carolina, Quillen Manor is an independent and assisted living community for seniors that also provides memory care for residents with memory loss, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease. The community is nestled in a quiet, rural area, surrounded by...
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Wow ! This place is amazing . From the director to the staff we have not for a moment regretted putting our loved one here . Most caring staff ever! Do not regret placement decision here at all . We...
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.
Langston Place is located in the charming town of Clinton, South Carolina just east of the Presbyterian College. We are only two miles from Sumter National Forest, a popular picnic destination for residents and their families. While we are proud of our beautiful community we are even more proud...
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99 Floor plans available
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I only wish I had convinced my parents to move to Legacy Reserve sooner, while they good benefit from it for longer. They're currently on the wait list to move up to independent living. But the staff has...
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.
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This community stood out from the competition because it only offers independent living (not assisted nor memory care) which worked best with my parents. And due to this, Greenway did not smell like a...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Greenway Square, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Orson Drive in Indian Land. We look forward to opening brand new Spring of 2022! Greenway Square will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your...
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What we like the most about this community is that everything they need is right there. They don't have to go anywhere to get anything. We would absolutely recommend Pine Grove Senior Living to other familie
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.
Live the high life in Pine Grove Senior Living, where thoughtfully designed floor plans and myriad recreational and social opportunities await. Residents will feel the Southern charm of our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Greenville, South Carolina, with wrap-around porches and...
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Great staff. Clean and well maintained facilities. In house PT/OT and hair salon. Monthly calendar of activities including off site activities for memory care residents if appropriate. I have first hand...
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.
Morningside of Gastonia is the only Assisted Living Community with 24-hour licensed nursing staff. It provides a full complement of assisted living services combined with a comprehensive Check Point Program that enhances and protects quality of life through coordinated and integrated service...
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The staff is awesome! They always respond to a call or text within minutes, any time of day or night. Mom was clean & dressed everyday. Room was cleaned daily.
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.
Brookstone Terrace of Simpsonville specializes in providing exceptional care in a secure, comfortable, and resort-like environment for those needing Assisted Living or those living with Alzheimer's Disease, dementia, and other forms of memory care needs. We are conveniently located on Scuffletown...
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I would recommend it. It is a great place. The only problem we have had is there is no transportation, so I have had to take off work several times to take my aunt to several appointments. And it would be...
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.
Welcome to Oakland Living! We provide the community we serve with honest, kind, homelike care to all who come through our door. Our goal is to provide peace of mind, while experiencing the feel of home. We have an amazing team of medication technicians and PCA/CNAs with training in CPR, dementia...
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My parents have been able to make their villa truly into a home. The staff has been so welcoming and accommodating with personal accommodations. And the times they have needed emergency assistance, the staff...
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.
Henderson Care Center-Forest City, North CarolinaWho are we? Henderson Care Center has been serving Rutherford County since 1992.We provide quality care to all our residents. Our goal is to meet each resident’s needs while maintaining the highest level of choice, dignity, respect and...
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2121 Floor plans available
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All I know is my father loves it and yes, based on the experience we have had so far we would recommend TerraBella Greenville to other families.
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.
At TerraBella Greenville, we combine personalized services with senior lifestyle programs and excellent amenities fit for outstanding senior living. Our community is known for our Active Independent Living option, where apartment homes and suites are designed to lessen, if not totally eliminate,...
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First, they were willing to accommodate my dad's celiac disease. There were only 3 places in the area that would, so that's huge. The staff is very friendly and really interacts with the residents. In 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.
The Legacy at Southpointe Drive is an assisted living community in Greenville, South Carolina. Our community offers personalized care services in a home-like community just minutes from downtown Greenville. Our community is ideally located near Interstate I-85 and 385, offering convenient access...
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They were a huge help and moved fast to help us in a time of need. Our relative loves it there and is making friends. Room is nice and beautiful residents. Great food and service. We are grateful for their...
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.
Tucked away in the heart of historic Greenville, The Parker assisted living and memory care community often feels more like a family reunion than a traditional senior living experience. This is the place where you can enjoy everything you need for a wonderful retirement. From a custom care plan...
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My Aunt, 99 and 1/2 years old moved in and was treated very well. Unfortunately she passed away 2 weeks after moving in so I can't give you long term analysis of this facility. She was treated very well...
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.
Situated in beautiful Cramerton, our vibrant assisted living single-story community offers picturesque views from atop Cramer Mountain and is conveniently close to both Charlotte and Gastonia. Terrabella Cramer Mountain offers residents a warm, relaxing living environment and easy access to...
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Cost of independent living in Buffalo, SC

The average cost of senior living in Buffalo is $3,790 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whitmire, SC with an average of $2,623 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buffalo, SC vs. nearby cities

Buffalo, SC
$3,790/mo
$3,356/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buffalo, SC vs. the state and national average

Buffalo, SC
$3,790/mo
U.S. national average
$4,009/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buffalo vs. other types of senior living

$4,003/mo
Independent Living
$3,790/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Buffalo, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$3,817/mo
Studio
$4,533/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,537/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,082/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,441/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Buffalo over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Buffalo

Recent reviews for independent living in Buffalo

Oakview Park in Greenville, SC

3.8
The staff I've worked with are kind and helpful. My father doesn't need much help so he doesn't make use of a lot of the amenities offered. The transport to the doctor is super helpful! Medication has been an issue, but we manage it now rather than having the facility do it.

Quillen Manor Assisted Living and Villas in Fountain Inn, SC

4.6
The people are very helpful and caring. Everyone checks on each other and we are a close knit community.

Terrace Ridge Assisted Living in Gastonia, NC

4.5
Naturally there is a staffing shortage but the staff members are trying their best and the staff we have met are very friendly. Our loved one is very happy there, the value is worth it because she is getting all the attention and care she needs. It has been excellent. The meals are not the best, ...
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Buffalo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo 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 Buffalo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.9%
33.9%
No sugar
No sugar
36.6%
31.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.1%
33.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.8%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo 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 Buffalo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buffalo, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
36.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.9%
43.3%
Room service
Room service
27.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo 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 Buffalo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.1%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.3%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.6%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.2%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.3%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.4%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.3%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
43.9%
47%
Dances
Dances
31.1%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.9%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Emerald Gardens, Ashley Square and LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods are the top-rated independent living facilities near Buffalo, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 199 independent living facilities near Buffalo, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Buffalo, South Carolina are Emerald Gardens, Ashley Square and LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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