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I know I am safe here. I have my own space and I can do anything I want to do and I can have a day that I don’t do anything if I choose. My daughter doesn’t have to worry about me. If I ever need help...
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.
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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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.9
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72 reviews
9.9
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What we like the most about the Fairforest Grove community is the staff and the outside support (OC, PT, etc). They all go above and beyond for the residents. I love the lake loop that is virtually on...
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.
At Fairforest Grove, you’ll feel the difference that regional ownership and management make in creating a warm, family-focused environment, especially suited for senior living. Fairforest Grove is owned and managed by Mainstay Senior Living, not by a corporation or senior care conglomerate. Our...
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9.7
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51 reviews
9.7
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51 reviews
5 star
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Our experience with Terra Bella was above anything I could ever imagine. The staff was amazing with my mother. I highly recommend this assisted living facility and if I could rate them higher than a 5 I...
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 are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, and look forward to continuing to serve area seniors and their families. Ask about our lifetime veterans saving program and other special offers!
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55 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
9.7
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I'm so happy with Vitality Living. Wonderful and patient employees. I don't have to worry about my love one. Food is wonderful. With many different choices. Very clean. All around and awesome place. Even has...
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.
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88 Floor plans available
9.6
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81 reviews
9.6
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I would rate them a 5. The food was very good, my loved one could pick choices for every meal daily, menu changed every day but also had a few standard options. My loved ones room size was good, plenty of...
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.
Welcome Home to Legacy Heights of Charlotte. We are located in South Charlotte's beautiful Ballantyne area, close to neighborhood shopping malls. Our community offers Assisted Living as well as our award winning Bridge to Rediscovery, Montessori-based memory care program. We also offer Respite...
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44 Floor plans available
9.6
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26 reviews
9.6
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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
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.
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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9.6
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41 reviews
9.6
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My father was a resident for a year and a half. After initially being against moving into assisted living, he came to love the place and people. The staff on all levels were great. The facility is very...
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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11 Video available
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55 Floor plans available
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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9.5
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52 reviews
9.5
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They seem to have a good caring staff now, however the turnover rate was high for a while. They honored their word and kept my father safe to the end.
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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11 Video available
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33 Floor plans available
9.5
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42 reviews
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Overall experience is very good, the facility is clean, the food seems good, the medical care is very good, the activities seem fine. Most of the staff are helpful and kind.
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.
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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88 Photos available
9.5
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47 reviews
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So far we have had a good experience with them. They are very professional, yet very caring. The facilities are clean and up-to-date. They have great activities for the residence.
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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9.5
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I have been a resident for 2 1/2 years and am completely happy with my choice. The staff is attentive, make an effort to know each resident personally and by name, and they are available 24/7. Weekly...
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.
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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1010 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.5
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36 reviews
9.5
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I was just there visiting my Mother and I can’t express how happy I am with this facility. She is so happy and well taken care of. Everytime I see her she tells me how much she loves being there and 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.
If you happened to be at The Laurels a few weeks ago, your perceptions might have been changed. You would have seen our residents donning motorcycle helmets and spinning around the neighborhood with a caring group of Harley Davidson enthusiasts. At The Laurels we celebrate age by offering...
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I’ve only lived here a few months and everyone has made me feel so welcomed. I’m so pleased with my apartment that had a place for all my things to make it feel like home. We have lots of fun activities,...
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.
Lakeview, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Lake Drive in Columbia. We look forward to opening brand new during the Spring of 2022! Lakeview will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your...
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11 Video available
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33 Floor plans available
9.5
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46 reviews
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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My mom has lived at Kempton for two years. Making the decision to move her there at such a young age(68 years old) was the hardest decision I’ve ever made. I can say with 100% certainty that it is truly 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.
HarborChase is home to the best: those who live here, and those who care for them. Simple kindness abounds, as does respect, and the celebration of each individual life with the dignity it has earned. At HarborChase, we know that residents who can no longer live independently still want to feel...
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I rate the Colonial 5 on all categories. The staff really care about the residents and treat them like family. I could not have found a more AWESOME place anywhere!!!
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.
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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1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.4
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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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9.4
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71 reviews
9.4
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I think DeepWoods is a good place for [name removed]. The staff is friendly and caring plus they have a wonderful Activities Director who sets an upbeat tone and has a way to make everyone feel welcome....
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.
Deepwood Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Just minutes from the scenic shores of Lake Murray, you'll fall in love with our comfortable facilities, beautiful grounds and stunning views. Residents appreciate the convenience of being so close to the...
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Our loved one was not there long before she passed but what I can say is the people were all great to work with. They were very welcoming. I would recommend this facility to another family who may be looking...
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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9.3
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Everyone was very nice and helpful! The man at the desk was wonderful. I think he mostly works nights. The financial lady was very helpful. The medication man was great. Really everyone I dealt with was...
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.
In a beautiful homestead with an expansive Southern-style front porch, you'll find Forest Lake Manor, a family-style senior community. Enjoy a quiet walk in the courtyard, relax with friends by the fountain, or visit with family in the dayroom. Located in the heart of Forest Acres, Forest Lake...
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I wish they had more staff, so far my mom has been treated good. It's times when they are short staff. As far as activities I do see staff working with them when they can. The staff shortage can improve.
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.
Bank on having the time of your life at The Pines on Carmel Senior Living, where a full calendar of activities and social programs, in addition to apartments with thoughtful amenities and services, offers a rewarding, enriching lifestyle. Our community provides Assisted Living and Memory Care in...
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Staff us great and always have activities. Food is good. The facility is clean. The apartment size is adequate and fits plenty of her furniture.
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.
Harbison Shores is an assisted living community in Irmo, South Carolina. Irmo is part of the Columbia metro area, offering residents easy access to fine shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities. Recognized by Money Magazine as one of the most 'Affordable Places to Live in the Country',...
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Staff is friendly. Facility is clean. The common areas are always festively decorated. [name removed] seems to know the residents and genuinely cares about their well being. They provide a good variety 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.
Carmel Place provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Conveniently located in South Charlotte near some of the city's best shopping, dining and healthcare, you'll enjoy living in our beautiful and peaceful community. You'll wish you called us home sooner. Our...
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Activities are terrific. Food is improving and they say they are working on it. It isn't bad but should be better. I love living here and have made lots of friends. Staff has made several good changes.
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.
The Village at Southlake is a senior community located in Lexington, South Carolina, in Lexington County, which offers superlative independent living. From the second you first enter the community you'll know there is something special about The Village at Southlake, from the care free atmosphere...
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Cost of independent living in Cool Branch, SC

The average cost of senior living in Cool Branch is $3,706 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whitmire, SC with an average of $2,623 per month.

Independent living costs in Cool Branch, SC, vs. nearby cities

Cool Branch, SC
$3,706/mo
$3,755/mo
$2,623/mo

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

Cool Branch, SC
$3,706/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Cool Branch, SC, vs. other senior living options

$4,155/mo
Independent Living
$3,706/mo

Independent living costs in Cool Branch, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,931/mo
Studio
$4,609/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,602/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,063/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,407/mo

Senior living costs in Cool Branch 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: Cool Branch, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCool Branch, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,706/mo$3,911/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,125/mo$4,129/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,155/mo$4,162/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Cool Branch, SC:$3,706/mo
South Carolina:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Cool Branch, SC:$4,125/mo
South Carolina:$4,129/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Cool Branch, SC:$4,155/mo
South Carolina:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Cool Branch, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Cool Branch 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
Cool Branch, SC$2,885/mo$2,845/mo+1.4%
South Carolina$3,123/mo$3,116/mo+0.2%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Cool Branch, SC
2024 average cost:$2,885/mo
2023 average cost:$2,845/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,123/mo
2023 average cost:$3,116/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Cool Branch

Recent reviews for independent living in Cool Branch

Brookdale Harbison in Columbia, SC

4.0
My experience with Brookdale is positive. It is much more important than I initially realized to carefully match the capabilities of the prospective resident to the level of care the facility offers.

Eden Terrace of Spartanburg

5.0
This is a great facility! Eden Terrace staff is friendly and very caring, very responsive to the needs of their residents. It is a friendly and well cared for facility. I would definitely recommend!

The Dorchester South in Pineville, NC

4.5
The food options, the activities and the safety the community provides is something we likes most about The Dorchester South community. For activities they have different outings every week as well as party and get togethers. Based on our experience so far, we would recommend the community to ...
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Cool Branch independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cool Branch independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cool Branch, 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 Cool Branch 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 Cool Branch partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cool Branch, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
35.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Cool Branch 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 Cool Branch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cool Branch, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cool Branch 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 Cool Branch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cool Branch, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
48.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
45.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
30.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.7%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ashley Square, Fairforest Grove Senior Living and Terrabella Windsor Lake are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cool Branch, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 184 independent living facilities near Cool Branch, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Cool Branch, South Carolina are Ashley Square, Fairforest Grove Senior Living and Legacy Heights Senior Living Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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