Trinity on Laurens
Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Independent Living & Respite Care · Aiken, SC

Trinity on Laurens

Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Independent Living & Respite Care · Aiken, SC

Overview of Trinity on Laurens

With a 55-bed capacity, Trinity on Laurens offers assisted living, hospice care, independent living, and respite care in Aiken, SC. Private living is supported while assistance with daily tasks is provided. Moreover, short-term stays are welcome to provide usual caregivers time to recover. The community also provides comfort-focused care for those in end-of-life care.

The combination of independent living and assisted living can suit a resident whose support needs may grow over time. Moreover, dining staff get to know residents’ preferences and use them to shape the dining experience. Lutheran Homes of South Carolina operates the community, with Heather E. Dorries serving as the administrator.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 55 Rank #147 / 213Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 147th 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHL- Community Residential Care Facility
CountyAiken
License NumberCRC-0935
Business TypeNon-Profit Corporation

Ownership & Operating Entity

Trinity on Laurens is legally operated by Lutheran Homes Of South Carolina Inc, and administered by Heather E Dorries.

Owner NameLutheran Homes Of South Carolina Inc

Leadership

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsCommunity Programs

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Trinity on Laurens.
Food DescriptionDining staff get to know residents' preferences to provide a personalized dining experience.

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Address 213 Laurens St Nw, Aiken, SC 29801-3911

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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. 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.
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.
Oaks at Aiken
AL
MC
Aiken (Conger Woods)
81
Facility 81
SC AVG 77
Rank #88 / 213
Yes
13
Facility 13
SC AVG 31
Rank #118 / 150
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Place at Shadow Oaks
AL
Aiken
56
Facility 56
SC AVG 77
Rank #143 / 213
No--
Trinity on Laurens
AL
HOS
IL
RC
Nw Aiken
55
Facility 55
SC AVG 77
Rank #147 / 213
No--
We Care Residential
AL
Aiken (Talatha)
55
Facility 55
SC AVG 77
Rank #147 / 213
No
5
Facility 5
SC AVG 31
Rank #140 / 150
Private Rooms
Hitchcock Square
AL
Aiken (Cardinal Park)
44
Facility 44
SC AVG 77
Rank #183 / 213
Yes
49
Facility 49
SC AVG 31
Rank #28 / 150
Studio / 1 Bed

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

Trinity on Laurens is located in NW AIKEN, 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 Trinity on Laurens

Who is the owner of Trinity on Laurens?

Trinity on Laurens is legally operated by Lutheran Homes Of South Carolina Inc, and administered by Heather E Dorries.

What is the license number of Trinity on Laurens?

According to SC state health department records, Trinity on Laurens's license number is CRC-0935.

Are pets allowed at Trinity on Laurens?

No, Trinity on Laurens has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Trinity on Laurens?

The team at Trinity on Laurens can be reached at outreach@trinityonlaurens.org.

Who is the administrator of Trinity on Laurens?

Heather E Dorries is the administrator of Trinity on Laurens.

How many beds does Trinity on Laurens have?

Trinity on Laurens has 55 beds.

Are there photos of Trinity on Laurens?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Trinity on Laurens in the photo gallery on this page.

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