Overview of Inspire Sandhill

Nestled in the picturesque city of Columbia, South Carolina, Inspire Sandhill by Liberty Senior Living offers an exquisite living experience tailored to your desired lifestyle. Whether you are enjoying retirement or seeking a maintenance-free housing option, Inspire Sandhill provides an array of luxurious features and amenities for your comfort and convenience.

Embrace a life free from the responsibilities of traditional homeownership at Inspire Sandhill. Thoughtfully curated in-home features and community amenities have been specifically designed to cater to our active adult residents aged 55 and over. Take advantage of the outdoor putting green, let your creativity run wild at the art center, stay fit at the on-site fitness center guided by a trainer, cool off in the swimming pool, or pamper yourself at the on-site salon and barber shop. Their concierge services further enhance your experience, granting you more time to indulge in the activities you cherish most.

(839) 222-8212
Walk Score
Walk Score: 57 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Swimming Pool
On-Site Salon
Specific ProgramsFloorplans, Neighborhood, Residents

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Inspire Sandhill

Independent Living

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Inspire Sandhill

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in South Carolina

Inspire Sandhill is located in Columbia, 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%)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

South Carolina LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General SC resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
SC

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via ECAP (~$500 max).

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid (~$300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid Weatherization

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

South Carolina SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, SC resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
SC

Priority for veterans, rural residents; Goodwill/AARP partnership.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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
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Simplified process; serves ~50,000 seniors annually.

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

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Address 14.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Columbia's city center to Inspire Sandhill's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.35 miles to nearest hospital (Publix Pharmacy at Rice Creek Village)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Inspire Sandhill

Is Inspire Sandhill in a walkable area?

Inspire Sandhill has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are there photos of Inspire Sandhill?

Yes — there are 11 photos of Inspire Sandhill in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Inspire Sandhill?

(839) 222-8212 will put you in contact with the team at Inspire Sandhill.

Is Inspire Sandhill Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Inspire Sandhill is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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