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Photo of Brookdale Brushy Creek
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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13 reviews
9.0
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13 reviews
5 star
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Brookdale at Brushy Creek staff provided a wonderful and trustworthy experience to us as descendants and advocated for our father with love and care. When we asked questions, they responded efficiently and...
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.
Live Your AdventureHere in Greer, South Carolina, we’re more than assisted living community. We’re a family. It won’t take you long to understand what we mean. From the moment you walk through the front door, you’ll feel the warmth of our kind and compassionate care team and see the...
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Photo of Harmony at Five Forks
99 Photos available
3131 Floor plans available
9.0
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42 reviews
9.0
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42 reviews
5 star
53%
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21%
3 star
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The staff and facilities are wonderful. My mom was there just over a year and her stay was great. Everyone there was so nice and easy to work with. We had to move mom into full assisted living and they made...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at Five ForksIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Simpsonville, South Carolina, we are offering in-person tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents and team members, along with the security,...
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Photo of The Residences at Greer
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.9
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59 reviews
8.9
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59 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
19%
3 star
10%
2 star
8%
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Staffing not where it should be but does comply. Questions that I had no idea to ask: 1. Response time to alarm button on residence. 2. Proof that scheduled medicine is given on a timely basis. 3. what...
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 The Residences at Greer, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. Free resident parking and guest parking...
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Photo of Oaks at Greenwood
2424 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.9
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17 reviews
8.9
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17 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
24%
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What we like the most about Oaks at Greenwood is the friendly staff and we would strongly recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
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.
Oaks at Greenwood is located in a convenient, yet secluded, area in the heart of Greenwood, South Carolina. It is a warm and inviting assisted living community with a home-like and comfortable atmosphere. We are committed to meeting the wants, needs and wishes of all who walk through our...
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Photo of The Springs at Simpsonville
66 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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16 reviews
8.9
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16 reviews
5 star
62%
4 star
38%
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I would rate everything a 5. We have been very pleased with The Springs so far and my mother-in-law is very happy there. She tells us everyone is very good to her and if you had to be in a facility then The...
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.
The Springs at Simpsonville is an assisted-living facility located in Simpsonville, S.C. The locally-owned senior center provides a personalized level of care to each resident in a comfortable home-like environment. Located within walking distance of downtown Simpsonville, the facility offers...
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Photo of The Blake at Hollingsworth Park
99 Photos available
8.9
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16 reviews
8.9
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16 reviews
5 star
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Dad is comfortable and receiving the help he needs. Nutritious food and helpful staff make my dad’s life pleasant and safe. His blood sugar is in therapeutic range and is being tested regularly. He is...
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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Photo of The Legacy of Lexington
99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.7
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25 reviews
8.7
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25 reviews
5 star
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I thought the staff we had helping us was amazing. The thing I did not like was that as soon as my email and phone number were entered in the system, I was bombarded with calls and emails. So many I didn't...
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 Lexington is an assisted living community situated in the heart of Lexington, South Carolina, high on a tranquil hill where the outdoors can be enjoyed from the rocking chairs on the front porch.Along with our beautiful surroundings, it's the people at The Legacy of Lexington who...
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Photo of Brookdale Harbison
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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31 reviews
8.7
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31 reviews
5 star
48%
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3 star
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Brookdale Harbison gets a 5 in each and every category! My mother in law loves it there, and her opinion is the only one that really matters. We have had no issues.
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.
Embrace The Golden YearsIf you want to embrace your golden years with enthusiasm and energy without sacrificing peace of mind that comes from having access to quality care, look no further than our assisted living community in Columbia, South Carolina. Surrounded by a warm and welcoming care team...
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Photo of Harmony at Columbia
99 Photos available
3232 Floor plans available
8.7
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60 reviews
8.7
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60 reviews
5 star
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Harmony's staff, even the dining hall servers, are uniformly kind and considerate. They are quick to greet me and my family when we visit and don't hesitate to call if they sense something out of the...
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.
Welcome to The Harmony Collection at ColumbiaIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Columbia, South Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support,...
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Photo of Ansley Glen at Greenwood
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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34 reviews
8.6
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34 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
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3 star
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The staff at Ansley Glen in Greenwood has been wonderfully attentive taking care of my parents. They are all very pleasant and I appreciate them all so much. Thank you all for the love and care you...
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 Ansley Glen in beautiful Greenwood, SC. Our warm and inviting senior living community has the care and neighbors in place to make your loved one's living experience both comfortable, safe and engaing.Please come see us, meet our team and residents and see why residents love living at...
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Photo of Wesley Court
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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16 reviews
8.5
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16 reviews
5 star
55%
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19%
3 star
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2 star
13%
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This is an excellent assisted living. They treat the residence just like if it was their family they go above and beyond to make sure every resident has everything they need and they entertain them. They do...
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.
Wesley Court is a beautiful assisted living community that is available to seniors in Boiling Springs, SC. This assisted living community aims to please all its residents and to offer them a great place to live. The city of Boiling Springs is a great place for family to visit, as everyone will...
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Photo of TerraBella Spartanburg
1111 Photos available
8.5
Review score
60 reviews
8.5
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60 reviews
5 star
62%
4 star
18%
3 star
12%
2 star
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My mother has overall been very satisfied. She enjoys the variety of activities they have. She likes the breakfast and lot, but has not been as satisfied with the other meals.
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 in the hub of local activity while enjoying the intimacy of TerraBella Spartanburg. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Spartanburg, SC, offers personalized services and thoughtful amenities that generate excitement and pride among residents and their guests. The caring and...
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Photo of Clinton Presbyterian Community, a Continuing Care Retirement Community
1313 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
8.5
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9 reviews
8.5
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9 reviews
5 star
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It has taken Mom a while to adjust but no major issues with the facility. Since she is independent she has not required any real assistance but activities available are good. Mom doesn't eat dinner but...
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.
Clinton Presbyterian Community is a continuing care retirement community (Independent Living Apartments, Patio Homes, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing & Short Term Rehabilitation) located in Clinton, SC. We proudly boast that we have the only 5-Star Medicare Certified Skilled Nursing and...
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Photo of Fairview Park
1818 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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33 reviews
8.5
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33 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
21%
3 star
6%
2 star
3%
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They could offer better diabetic friendly snacks/desserts/this is the area where my mom has had some issues with service/portion size. We've had no issues with her medication technicians. She has one who is...
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.
Legacy Reserve at Fairview Park is the newest upscale retirement community in Simpsonville, SC. It is perfect for active seniors looking to live their best life doing the activities they love, from water aerobics, movie night, and pool games to exploring the most exciting areas of Simpsonville....
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Photo of TerraBella Thornblade
1515 Photos available
8.4
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41 reviews
8.4
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41 reviews
5 star
32%
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36%
3 star
10%
2 star
7%
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The staff was very caring! Private room. Cost effective. Outings for residents. Our mother was only able to live there about 6 weeks before she passed. She never got to go on an outing because she didn't...
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.
Picture Yourself living the lifestyle you've earned...…. Whether you'd just like a little assistance or need more comprehensive attention, we have a program for you. Life at TerraBella Thornblade offers all of the comforts of home without the challenges, problems and responsibilities of home...
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Photo of Brookdale Columbia
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.2
Review score
35 reviews
8.2
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35 reviews
5 star
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We are very pleased with Brookdale.Everyone here does their best to make our mother feel comfortable as she has to adjust to her new home.The staff is friendly to our family as we visit with our mother each...
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 Greatest AdventureTucked away in a beautiful building in Columbia, South Carolina, you can experience a retirement rich in luxury amenities and spacious accommodations. With personalized care plans, an action-packed events calendar and a warm and friendly group of residents, you may think you...
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Photo of Oakleaf of Lexington
77 Photos available
8.0
Review score
29 reviews
8.0
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29 reviews
5 star
62%
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3 star
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The staff taking care of my dad are excellent, caring, and understanding. They take very good care of him and understand him so well! The meals are excellent and well-balanced. The rooms are cleaned weekly...
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.
Oakleaf Village of Lexington has been in operation since 2001. This means we have staff that have been taking care of Lexington County residents for over 18 years. We pride ourselves on the lack of turnover we have in our care team, so we can promise more continuity of care. Your loved one won’t...
Photo of Windsor House Greenville
55 Photos available
8.0
Review score
22 reviews
8.0
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22 reviews
5 star
32%
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2 star
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The place is a bit dated but the staff care about the residents. Sure, we would recommend the community to other families, they are a lower cost option
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.
Windsor House Greenville is a 50-bed community conveniently located on Pelham Road on Greenville's eastside. We are 1.5 miles from I-85 and 2.5 miles from Haywood Mall/Road. The facility is 9 years old, single story, and beautiful inside and out. The brick Georgian architecture with large white...
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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living Skylyn
1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.2
Review score
151 reviews
7.2
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151 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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Overall, the staff is friendly and helpful. The facility is clean. The move in process was smooth. The communication is lacking, it's been hard to get in touch with the Director about questions that I've...
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.
Welcome to Pacifica Senior Living Skylyn, an award-winning full-service luxury senior apartment community located in beautiful Spartanburg, SC. Our senior apartments and well-landscaped neighborhood offer luxurious care, peace of mind, and maximum comfort tailored to the needs of each resident....
Photo of Woodbridge Clinton
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We like this community for the great care that my mom is receiving. The staff is very caring and attentive. I like knowing that the community is clean. The menu is good and she is liking the variety....
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.
Photo of Carolina Gardens at Laurens
66 Photos available
5 star
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I am pleased with the care my mom is getting here, I feel comfortable with her in the memory care unit, they are well staffed and She is a level 2 so she does get that extra care she needs here. I would...
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.
Carolina Gardens at Laurens is an assisted living community in Laurens, South Carolina. Laurens is a historical and charming city in upstate South Carolina. We have a thriving downtown area with fine shopping and dining in a way that honors our strong heritage and rich history. Residents at...
Photo of Generations of Chapin
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We went with Generations of Chapin because it was close to home and the value for the money was good. There are a lot of activities provided, but they are an extra charge and I was not expecting that. She is...
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.
Generations Assisted Living Facilities and related businesses were founded by Louetta A. Slice who was a registered nurse, licensed nursing home administrator and a certified assisted living administrator. Her health care career was devoted to helping and caring for senior adults. Generations...
Photo of The Renaissance
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We've lived here for a month and we're very happy. When you drive in, it's like being in the woods...beautifully kept, not crowded, and definitely not institutional looking. Residents have been very...
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.
Thank you for your interest in The Renaissance, LLC, where life is just beginning. Located in picturesque Due West, South Carolina, The Renaissance is a community within a community. We offer several choices of Independent Living cottages and apartments as well as private Assisted Living...
Photo of Carolina Gardens at Lexington
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3 star
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My wife and I visited her dad over the Father's Day weekend 3 times. The facility is clean the rooms are nice and the staff is very friendly and attentive. We showed up unannounced and were treated great. My...
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.
Choosing the best assisted living and memory care community can be an important decision that many seniors and families will have to make. Families and senior citizens alike will want to know that their lives will be well taken care of. At Carolina Gardens at Lexington, residents enjoy an active,...
Photo of Woodland Place Senior Living
1515 Photos available
1.0
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15 reviews
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This was a good experience for my loved one and family. The rooms are nice for the residents. There are three meals a day served to the residents. The community is able to accommodate resident's requests...
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.
Woodland Place is an assisted living community that is located in the peaceful town of Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina. The Woodland Place community provides a home-like environment with a variety of senior living options; the choice is yours at the Woodland Place. Spartanburg is...

Cost of independent living in Gary, SC

The average cost of senior living in Gary is $3,531 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Saluda, SC with an average of $2,301 per month.

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

Gary, SC
$3,531/mo
$2,911/mo

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

Gary, SC
$3,531/mo
U.S. national average
$4,009/mo

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

$3,822/mo
Independent Living
$3,531/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,447/mo
Studio
$4,017/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,146/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,838/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,111/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Gary over time

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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 Gary

Recent reviews for independent living in Gary

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.

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.

Pines Columbia in West Columbia, SC

4.5
The staff team at Pines Columbia is friendly and usually available when you need them. Communication of events at facility have improved so that family has an opportunity to schedule and be present.

Gary independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gary independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gary, 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 Gary 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 Gary partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gary, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.5%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.8%
33.9%
No sugar
No sugar
34.8%
31.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.8%
33.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Gary 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 Gary communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gary, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.5%
36.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.9%
43.3%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gary 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 Gary offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gary, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.1%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.8%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.8%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.6%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.9%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.7%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
39.4%
47%
Dances
Dances
28.8%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.6%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Emerald Gardens, Ashley Square and Fairforest Grove Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gary, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 164 independent living facilities near Gary, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Gary, South Carolina are Emerald Gardens, Ashley Square and Fairforest Grove Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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