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Pines at Columbia
Pines at Columbia provides assisted living and respite care in West Columbia, SC. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication while a resident maintains a private living space. Respite care is a short term stay for someone who needs support while a primary caregiver travels or recovers, making Pines at Columbia a possible fit for families seeking temporary relief from regular caregiving.
The community has 90 beds. Pets are allowed, so residents may continue living with a pet at Pines at Columbia. Brian D. Shull serves as the administrator.
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About this community
Pines at Columbia is legally operated by Pines-Columbia LLC, and administered by Brian D Shull.
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190 Mcswain Dr, West Columbia, SC 29169-4825
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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.
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.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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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| Pines at Columbia | AL RC | West Columbia | 90
Facility
90
SC AVG
77
Rank
#64 / 213 | Yes | - | - | - |
| Brookdale Ebenezer Road | AL | Rock Hill (Old Point Station) | 52
Facility
52
SC AVG
77
Rank
#153 / 213 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
SC AVG
31
Rank
#51 / 150 | Suite | A+ |
| Brookdale North Augusta | AL | North Augusta (Fairview Gardens) | 52
Facility
52
SC AVG
77
Rank
#153 / 213 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
SC AVG
31
Rank
#54 / 150 | Suite | A+ |
| Franke at Seaside | AL CCRC HOS IL MC NH SNF | Mt Pleasant | 44
Facility
44
SC AVG
77
Rank
#183 / 213 | No |
53
Facility
53
SC AVG
31
Rank
#20 / 150 | Private Rooms | A+ |
| 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
Frequently Asked Questions about Pines at Columbia
Who is the owner of Pines at Columbia?
Pines at Columbia is legally operated by Pines-Columbia LLC, and administered by Brian D Shull.
What is the license number of Pines at Columbia?
According to SC state health department records, Pines at Columbia's license number is CRC-2213.
Are pets allowed at Pines at Columbia?
Yes, Pines at Columbia allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Pines at Columbia?
The team at Pines at Columbia can be reached at MAXINE@PINESCOLUMBIA.COM.
Who is the administrator of Pines at Columbia?
Brian D Shull is the administrator of Pines at Columbia.
How many beds does Pines at Columbia have?
Pines at Columbia has 90 beds.
Are there photos of Pines at Columbia?
Yes — there are 3 photos of Pines at Columbia in the photo gallery on this page.
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