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Best Assisted Living in Orangeburg, SC

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 assisted living communities in Orangeburg, SC using SC Dept. of Public Health (DPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in SC
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Jordan Weiss, PhD
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We analyzed These are the facilities in Orangeburg, SC our team has analyzed — not a count of every assisted living provider in Orangeburg, SC.
2 homes
Other senior care options in Orangeburg:
Memory Care Nursing Homes Independent Living
Avg Walk Score: 9/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Orangeburg, SC. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 46The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Orangeburg, SC. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
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.
Longwood Plantation
AL
MC
Orangeburg
42
Facility 42
SC AVG 90
Rank #282 / 304
No
14
Facility 14
SC AVG 34
Rank #176 / 221
SuitesA+
The Legacy of Orangeburg
AL
MC
Orangeburg
49
Facility 49
SC AVG 90
Rank #259 / 304
No
4
Facility 4
SC AVG 34
Rank #211 / 221
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every SC community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2 analyzed for Orangeburg.

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Longwood Plantation

1687 Longwood Rd Ne, Orangeburg, SC 29118
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Overview of Longwood Plantation
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Longwood Plantation is an esteemed assisted living community in Orangeburg, SC, that offers 24-hour care. With its home-like setting, the community strives to keep residents’ comfortable and safe. Here, residents can freely interact with their surroundings with a variety of recreational activities and cozy communal spaces.

Wellness programs, light exercises, and social events are just some of the community’s calendar of activities, dedicated to residents’ leisure and well-being. With a dining room, sun room, and spacious living room, residents have more opportunities to interact with their peers. As one of the best options for retirement in Orangeburg, South Carolina, this senior living community is dedicated to improving residents’ living experiences.

Phone: (803) 535-0250

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Overview of The Legacy of Orangeburg

Based in the enticing community of Orangeburg, SC, The Legacy of Orangeburg is a peculiar senior living community offering assisted living services. Here, residents can select from a wide range of accommodations including one-bedroom, two-bedroom, studio, deluxe, and suite. With its trained and engaging team, this community renders an emergency response team and round-the-clock personalized care services.

Committed to delivering high-quality amenities and services, residents can avail of weekly housekeeping and laundry services, in-house maintenance services, and free transportation to all professional services. Satisfy your cravings with chef-prepared delectable meals and snacks daily. Participate in a full-packed schedule of life-enrichment activities and social events. Meet new companions and share meaningful memories within the beautiful spaces of this community. At The Legacy of Orangeburg, seniors can truly acquire a classic retirement.

Phone: (803) 770-4527

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
Data source South Carolina Dept. of Public Health (DPH)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Orangeburg, SC

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in South Carolina?

Assisted living in South Carolina supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in South Carolina?

Assisted living in South Carolina is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does South Carolina Medicaid cover assisted living?

South Carolina Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including South Carolina) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 2 assisted living facilities in Orangeburg, SC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Orangeburg, SC?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Orangeburg, SC, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Orangeburg, SC?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

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