The Meridian at Carolina Lakes
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Indian Land, SC

The Meridian at Carolina Lakes

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Indian Land, SC

Overview of The Meridian at Carolina Lakes

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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 117 Rank #23 / 213Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 23rd 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.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #41 / 150Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 41st out of 150 assisted living communities 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 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.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeCommunity Residential Care Facilities
StatusActive
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
CountyLancaster
License NumberCRC-2338

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Meridian at Carolina Lakes is legally operated by Msa Fort Mill Operating LLC, and administered by Mary L Brakefield.

Ownership TypeLimited Liability

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 309-516 / 548-613 / 868 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Meridian at Carolina Lakes

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Address 5.1 miles from city center Info 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-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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Brookdale Anderson
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Anderson
160
Facility 160
SC AVG 77
Rank #7 / 213
Yes
43
Facility 43
SC AVG 31
Rank #39 / 150
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Meridian at Carolina Lakes
AL
MC
Indian Land (Old Point Station)
117
Facility 117
SC AVG 77
Rank #23 / 213
Yes
42
Facility 42
SC AVG 31
Rank #41 / 150
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Blake at Carnes Crossroads
AL
MC
RC
Summerville
114
Facility 114
SC AVG 77
Rank #26 / 213
Yes
19
Facility 19
SC AVG 31
Rank #103 / 150
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
TerraBella Summerville
AL
MC
Summerville
63
Facility 63
SC AVG 77
Rank #122 / 213
Yes
36
Facility 36
SC AVG 31
Rank #59 / 150
Private / Companion SuitesA
The Willows of Easley
AL
IL
RC
Easley (North Hills)
50
Facility 50
SC AVG 77
Rank #168 / 213
Yes
8
Facility 8
SC AVG 31
Rank #131 / 150
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+

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 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. Car-dependent. 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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