The Meridian at Carolina Lakes
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Indian Land, SC
The Meridian at Carolina Lakes
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Indian Land, SC
The Meridian at Carolina Lakes is an assisted living and memory care community in the Old Point Station neighborhood of Indian Land, South Carolina, about five miles from the city center in Lancaster County. It is operated by Msa Fort Mill Operating LLC and administered by Mary L. Brakefield, and it belongs to the wider Meridian family of senior living communities. Atrium Health Pineville sits roughly eleven miles away, which gives families a nearby reference point for hospital care and specialist appointments.
The community is one of the larger options in the area, with 117 beds across a three story building. Residents choose from studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments, with floor plans ranging from just over 300 square feet up to 868 square feet in the largest layouts. That spread means a resident can pick a compact space or something closer to the footprint of a small apartment, depending on how much room they want and whether a couple is moving in together. Pets are welcome, which matters for anyone who does not want to leave a companion animal behind.
Care is supported around the clock, with 24 hour professional care and supervision along with access to therapy services on site. Because the community offers memory care alongside assisted living, it can serve residents whose needs change over time without requiring a move to a different address. Maintenance services handle the practical upkeep of daily life, so residents are not managing repairs or household chores.
Day to day life leans social, with a calendar of activities and recreational programming, fitness and recreation options, and transportation services for errands and appointments. Dining is served in al fresco and poolside settings, which suits residents who like to eat outdoors when the weather in the Carolinas allows. The surrounding area scores 42 out of 100 for walkability, so a few nearby services are reachable on foot while most trips will involve a car or the community’s transportation. Families touring the community may want to ask how the memory care and assisted living programming work together as needs shift.
117-bed community Rank #75 / 304Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 75th out of 304 homes 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 cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. 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.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 42 / 100 Rank #73 / 221Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 221 homes we track in South Carolina for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across South Carolina facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeCommunity Residential Care Facilities
StatusActive
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
CountyLancaster
License NumberCRC-2338
The Meridian at Carolina Lakes is legally operated by Msa Fort Mill Operating LLC, and administered by Mary L Brakefield.
Ownership TypeLimited Liability
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 309-516 / 548-613 / 868 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Meridian at Carolina Lakes
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5.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Indian Land's city center to The Meridian at Carolina Lakes's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 11.03 miles to nearest hospital (Atrium Health Pineville)
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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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| The Meridian at Carolina Lakes | AL MC | Indian Land (Old Point Station) | 117
Facility
117
SC AVG
90
Rank
#75 / 304 | Yes |
42
Facility
42
SC AVG
34
Rank
#73 / 221 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Lakes at Litchfield Assisted Living | AL IL MC NH SNF | Pawleys Island | 79
Facility
79
SC AVG
90
Rank
#170 / 304 | Yes | - | - | A+ |
| Lodge at Wellmore | AL IL MC NH SNF | Tega Cay | 60
Facility
60
SC AVG
90
Rank
#206 / 304 | Yes | - | - | - |
| Sprenger Healthcare of Bluffton | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Okatie | 60
Facility
60
SC AVG
90
Rank
#206 / 304 | No | - | - | - |
| Rosecrest Community Residential Care | AL IL MC NH SNF | Inman | 45
Facility
45
SC AVG
90
Rank
#268 / 304 | No | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about The Meridian at Carolina Lakes
What neighborhood is The Meridian at Carolina Lakes in?
The Meridian at Carolina Lakes is in the Old Point Station neighborhood of Indian Land.
Who is the owner of The Meridian at Carolina Lakes?
The Meridian at Carolina Lakes is legally operated by Msa Fort Mill Operating LLC, and administered by Mary L. Brakefield.
Is The Meridian at Carolina Lakes in a walkable area?
The Meridian at Carolina Lakes has a walk score of 42. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of The Meridian at Carolina Lakes?
According to SC state health department records, The Meridian at Carolina Lakes's license number is CRC-2338.
When does The Meridian at Carolina Lakes's license expire?
According to SC state health department records, The Meridian at Carolina Lakes's license expires on December 31, 2026.
Are pets allowed at The Meridian at Carolina Lakes?
Yes, The Meridian at Carolina Lakes allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of The Meridian at Carolina Lakes?
Mary L. Brakefield is the administrator of The Meridian at Carolina Lakes.
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