Gardens at Sumter
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Sumter, SC

Gardens at Sumter

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Sumter, SC

Overview of Gardens at Sumter

Gardens at Sumter offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Sumter, SC, with a 140-bed capacity. With a dedicated Alzheimer’s unit, the community provides specialized care to those with memory-related conditions. Nursing services are also available for residents who need continuous clinical support. Moreover, residents can access care whenever needed with 24-hour staffing available.

Additionally, respite care offers a short-term stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. With its multiple levels of care, residents can stay even when their needs grow. Tracy Devaughn serves as administrator, while Sumter Al Holdings operates the community.

Restaurant-style dining includes balanced meals prepared to meet dietary needs, including special diets, so residents with dietary requirements can dine on site. Moreover, a library, entertainment room, and outdoor common area give residents places to read, spend time indoors, or use a shared outdoor space.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 140 Rank #12 / 213Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 12th out of 213 assisted living communities we track in South Carolina for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other South Carolina facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHL- Community Residential Care Facility
CountySumter
License NumberCRC-0988
Business TypeLimited Liability

Ownership & Operating Entity

Gardens at Sumter is legally operated by Sumter Al Holdings LLC, and administered by Tracy Devaughn.

Owner NameSumter Al Holdings LLC

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Leadership

Administrator Emailjcisneros10@brookdale.com

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Dedicated Alzheimer's Unit

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Housekeeping
Transportation
Dining
Library

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Places of interest near Gardens at Sumter

Address 2065 Mccrays Mill Rd, Sumter, SC 29154-6111

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Compare Assisted Living around Sumter County

Info below is compiled from the SC Dept. of Public Health (DPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Gardens at Sumter
AL
MC
RC
Sumter
140
Facility 140
SC AVG 77
Rank #12 / 213
No--
Covenant Place
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Sumter
70
Facility 70
SC AVG 77
Rank #106 / 213
No--
Sumter Grove Senior Living
AL
Sumter
55
Facility 55
SC AVG 77
Rank #147 / 213
No--
Sumter Terrace Assisted Living
AL
MC
Sumter
52
Facility 52
SC AVG 77
Rank #153 / 213
No
27
Facility 27
SC AVG 31
Rank #88 / 150
Private / Semi-Private Apartments

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other SC assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in South Carolina

Gardens at Sumter is located in SUMTER, South Carolina.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in South Carolina.

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Community Long Term Care (CLTC)

SC Medicaid CLTC

Age 65+ or disabled
General South Carolina resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
SC

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

South Carolina Respite Care Program

SC NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General South Carolina resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
SC

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General SC resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
SC

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

South Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General SC resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
SC

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

South Carolina SFMNP

Age 60+
General SC resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
SC

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 annually via 10 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Homestead Exemption Program

South Carolina Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled/blind)
General SC resident 1+ year, homeowner.
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed; home-focused.
SC

Saves ~$500-$1,000/year avg.; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Property tax exemption (~$50,000 value, ~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP)

South Carolina ESAP (SNAP for Seniors)

Age 60+
General SC resident, no earned income, not on SCCAP.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,732/month 133% FPL, individual
Asset Limits $4,250 individual, higher than standard SNAP
SC

Simplified process; serves ~50,000 seniors annually.

Benefits
EBT card for food (~$100-$300/month based on income)

Frequently Asked Questions about Gardens at Sumter

Who is the owner of Gardens at Sumter?

Gardens at Sumter is legally operated by Sumter Al Holdings LLC, and administered by Tracy Devaughn.

What is the license number of Gardens at Sumter?

According to SC state health department records, Gardens at Sumter's license number is CRC-0988.

Are pets allowed at Gardens at Sumter?

No, Gardens at Sumter has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Gardens at Sumter?

The team at Gardens at Sumter can be reached at DIRECTOR@SUMTERSENIORS.COM.

Who is the administrator of Gardens at Sumter?

Tracy Devaughn is the administrator of Gardens at Sumter.

How many beds does Gardens at Sumter have?

Gardens at Sumter has 140 beds.

Are there photos of Gardens at Sumter?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Gardens at Sumter in the photo gallery on this page.

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