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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Whetsell, SC
If you’re looking for independent living in the Whetsell area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Whetsell. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 11 independent living facilities in Whetsell, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Orangeburg, Santee and Summerton.
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8.2
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6 reviews
I really like the overall environment. However, they really could improve on their dining. [name removed] and her staff have been awesome.
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 Orangeburg, surrounded by trees and nestled in a rural neighborhood setting, is convenient to nearby shopping, restaurants and the hospital. As a premiere provider of assisted living, it is our goal to make every day a memorable one. Discover our experienced and caring staff,...
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7 reviews
Longwood Plantation took excellent care of my father. They kept us informed and I couldn't have asked for better support. It was a difficult move for my father while I live out of state but they went out 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.
Longwood Plantation, an Assisted Living Community with total of 50 beds (34 beds for assisted living and 16 beds for alzheimer's care), is located in a beautiful, quiet, residential area in Orangeburg County. This 10-acre campus offers Independent and Assisted Living for Senior Adults as well as...
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9 reviews
My loved one is a resident at The Oaks on the Edisto. Communication is really the only thing that I have problems with. Overall, I would recommend this facility to others but probably not for someone with...
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.
Situated on 700 beautiful acres of land on the Edisto River, The Oaks offers a selection of homes, duplexes and apartments specifically designed to suit a variety of individual needs. With a variety of distinctive neighborhood options to choose from, your new home will be sure to reflect your...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of independent living in Whetsell, SC
The average cost of senior living in Whetsell is $4,025 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. George, SC with an average of $3,106 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Whetsell, SC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Whetsell, SC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Whetsell vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Whetsell, SC by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Whetsell
Recent reviews for independent living in Whetsell
The Legacy of Orangeburg
5.0
The Legacy of Orangeburg has a warm and inviting atmosphere. It is clean and organized. The staff is friendly and professional. The one bedroom is spacious. The inside and outside of the building is beautifully maintained. The meal smelled delicious. I am more than grateful my family member is ...
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Longwood Plantation in Orangeburg, SC
4.0
My mother was a resident of Longwood for a little over a year until her passing in July. I found the care at Longwood to be exceptional and the staff really cared about my mother as a person. There were good activities to help keep her mentally alert, hair and nail care and the food ...
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The Oaks on the Edisto in Orangeburg, SC
3.4
A lot of the things they say at the tour. They don't follow through with And their meals Are the same thing every week chicken chicken chick in Is except for friday this fish.
Whetsell independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whetsell independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whetsell, 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 Whetsell 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 Whetsell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whetsell, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Whetsell 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 Whetsell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whetsell, SCNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
10%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whetsell 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 Whetsell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whetsell, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
10%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Legacy of Orangeburg, Longwood Plantation and The Oaks on the Edisto are the top-rated independent living facilities near Whetsell, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 11 independent living facilities near Whetsell, South Carolina. See the full list.
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