South Carolina is a popular choice for retirees, and the Palmetto State offers a wide range of senior living facilities to choose from. Moving from somewhere that has been home for years to one with new people, staff and assistance is no small step. What questions should you be asking when comparing facilities? How much should you be budgeting on a monthly basis?
Not all senior living homes are alike. Some are managed better than others, and not all provide the same services. Our top South Carolina senior living communities are some of the best the state has to offer. Even if you don’t find living near your city or zip code, our senior living directory has hundreds of additional quality communities that you can quickly search for. You may also contact us and consult with a professional advisor.
Tip on Asking the Right Questions of a South Carolina Senior Living Community
When you go to tour a senior living facility, be sure to search out a handful of staff members and ask them about their experience at the home. In general, satisfied employees, and those who typically do their job well, have more time on the job than those that do not. If you find the majority of the folks you’ve spoken to have not been with the facility long, it might be a sign of high turnover. Good employees leave bad environments, so keep that in mind.
Ranking The Best Senior Living Facilities in South Carolina
There are many variables that go in to ranking senior living communities, but without a doubt one of the more important are reviews. To arrive at our top communities, we considered the reviews left on our site as well as those left on sites with authority such as Facebook and Google. We then consulted the South Carolina Department of Health and removed those centers with outstanding violations or citations.
While South Carolina offers a wide range of prices, the average monthly cost is $2,300 for assisted living. Folks with Alzheimer’s or skilled nursing needs will require facilities with higher levels of care, which cost considerably more. Many communities include meals, basic amenities, and assistance with Activities of Daily Living (grooming, bathing, eating, hygiene, and medication management). Make sure you understand what is included.
Top Rated South Carolina Senior Living Facilities
4.73/5 Average Rating of Facilities
366 Total Reviews
Covenant Place
2825 Carter Rd
Sumter, SC 29150
Living Types Available: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care, Respite Care
4.8/5 Average Rating
38 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Covenant Place:
We are so blessed to be able to do rehab at covenant Place of Sumter. The staff has been absolutely wonderful and do everything they can to make the patient comfortable and also the family members who were visiting. My mother has had to go to covenant Place rehab twiceIn in the past couple of years and the last time she said I want to go there because they make you feel like youre apart of their family and at home.
-Susan H Wild
Lake Wylie Assisted Living and Memory Care
4877 Charlotte Hwy
Clover, SC 29710
Living Types Available: Assisted Living, Memory Care
4.6/5 Average Rating
26 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Lake Wylie Assisted Living and Memory Care:
I have had such an amazing experience with LWAL. This facility is clean, the staff are genuine and caring, and the level of care delivered is incredible. The piece of mind I have from knowing that my grandparents are in such capable and caring hands is an amazing feeling. I honestly cannot cheer enough for this amazing place. The people are incredible and they honestly are lifesavers!!
-Tracy Rowley
The Residences at Greer
715 S Buncombe Rd
Greer, SC 29650
Living Types Available: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care
4.8/5 Average Rating
50 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about The Residences at Greer:
This assisted living is not even comparable to other facilities. Staff, management, and food are held to a high standard. Residents are cared for as actual family. Very faith based!
-Chloe Woodmansee
The Barclay at Little River
2585 S Carolina 179
Little River, SC 29566
Living Types Available: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
5.0/5 Average Rating
28 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about The Barclay at Little River:
Wow, this place is exceptional!!! So much so that my parents are moving to New Haven from Wake Forest NC. Wonderful staff, wonderful clients and a wonderful environment for my independent living 89 and 90 year old dad and mom!
-Michael Schneider
Heath Springs Residential Care Center
614 Hart St
Heath Springs, SC 29058
Living Types Available: Assisted Living
4.6/5 Average Rating
37 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Heath Springs Residential Care Center:
Great place for my grandma!! Great facility and the staff has been so sweet to her!
-Kristin Faulkenberry
The Oaks of Orangeburg
1000 Methodist Oaks Dr
Orangeburg, SC 29115
Living Types Available: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Nursing Care
4.2/5 Average Rating
23 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about The Oaks of Orangeburg:
My parents lived there for 10 years, until my dad passed away. They loved it and we loved visiting them there. You cant find many untouched, beautiful and quintessentially Southern places like The Oaks. It is effortlessly friendly and the residents truly care about their home and each other. I miss all of the wonderful people there!
-Jennifer Enani
Pee Dee Gardens
3117 W Palmetto St
Florence, SC 29501
Living Types Available: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care
5.0/5 Average Rating
28 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Pee Dee Gardens:
I cannot express my appreciation enough for the care the staff gave my older brother during his respite stay at PDG. The assistance with his medication, physical therapy, and overall daily care significantly contributed a great improvement in his overall health. Each member of the staff showed genuine concern for my brother’s well-being. I would definitely recommend PDG to any family considering a senior living facility in the Pee Dee area.
-Kevin Short
Carriage House of Taylors
402 W Main St
Taylors, SC 29687
Living Types Available: Assisted Living
4.6/5 Average Rating
20 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Carriage House of Taylors:
Very welcoming and warm. The environment felt secure and safe. Great relationships between staff and residents
-keshia murphy
The Inverness at Spartanburg
2720 Country Club Rd
Spartanburg, SC 29302
Living Types Available: Assisted Living, Memory Care
4.9/5 Average Rating
62 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about The Inverness at Spartanburg:
We love everyone there at The Inverness. They have been so kind and helpful since my Step Mother moved in there. Everyone is so inviting and friendly. Cassarah is very helpful, encouraging us to know that my Step Mom is in great hands. She is very supportive, professional and kind. Rebecca was very helpful and pleasant. Also Angela was wonderful, professional and made us feel very welcomed. You could not ask for a better place for your loved ones.
-Tiffany R.
Bevid Place
2902 E Main St
Spartanburg, SC 29307
Living Types Available: Assisted Living, Memory Care
4.6/5 Average Rating
54 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Bevid Place:
Bevid Place is a awesome facility! The staff is knowledgeable and caring. I would totally recommend this facility for your loved ones.
-Wykeshia Davis