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Forest Lake Manor
Administered by Doretha L. Dennis, Forest Lake Manor offers assisted living and memory care in Columbia, South Carolina. With a 60-bed capacity, the community provides a secure and supervised environment for adults living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Assistance with daily tasks is also provided while helping residents maintain their independence.
The community also provides access to nursing services, along with 24-hour staffing to ensure residents receive the right support whenever needed. Residents can also use an on-site salon and spa. Moreover, restaurant-style meals are served in the dining hall or a resident’s room, giving residents two settings for meals.
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About this community
Forest Lake Manor is legally operated by Forest Lake Manor LLC, and administered by Doretha L Dennis.
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4405 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29206-3103
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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-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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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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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| Harmony at Columbia | AL IL MC | Columbia | 110
Facility
110
SC AVG
77
Rank
#34 / 213 | Yes |
36
Facility
36
SC AVG
31
Rank
#59 / 150 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| The Blake at Woodcreek Farms | AL MC | Elgin | 100
Facility
100
SC AVG
77
Rank
#47 / 213 | Yes |
17
Facility
17
SC AVG
31
Rank
#105 / 150 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| Fairforest Grove Senior Living | AL MC | Columbia | 66
Facility
66
SC AVG
77
Rank
#115 / 213 | No |
41
Facility
41
SC AVG
31
Rank
#45 / 150 | Studio | A+ |
| Forest Lake Manor | AL MC | Columbia | 60
Facility
60
SC AVG
77
Rank
#126 / 213 | No | - | - | - |
| Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community | AL CCRC IL MC NH SNF | West Columbia | 22
Facility
22
SC AVG
77
Rank
#208 / 213 | Yes |
63
Facility
63
SC AVG
31
Rank
#6 / 150 | - | A+ |
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 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in South Carolina
Forest Lake Manor is located in COLUMBIA, South Carolina.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in South Carolina.
Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Lake Manor
What is the license number of Forest Lake Manor?
According to SC state health department records, Forest Lake Manor's license number is CRC-2364.
Are pets allowed at Forest Lake Manor?
No, Forest Lake Manor has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Forest Lake Manor?
The team at Forest Lake Manor can be reached at support@forestlakemanorsc.com.
Who is the administrator of Forest Lake Manor?
Doretha L Dennis is the administrator of Forest Lake Manor.
How many beds does Forest Lake Manor have?
Forest Lake Manor has 60 beds.
Are there photos of Forest Lake Manor?
Yes — there are 3 photos of Forest Lake Manor in the photo gallery on this page.
What levels of care does Forest Lake Manor provide?
Forest Lake Manor offers Assisted Living & Memory Care.
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