Page 13 of Best Assisted Living in South Carolina

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 237 assisted living communities in 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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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.
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.
Lakes at Litchfield Assisted Living
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Pawleys Island
79
Facility 79
SC AVG 77
Rank #94 / 213
Yes--
Lodge at Wellmore
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Tega Cay
60
Facility 60
SC AVG 77
Rank #126 / 213
Yes--
The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Chapin
176
Facility 176
SC AVG 77
Rank #4 / 213
No--
Dayspring Assisted Living of Johns Island
AL
MC
Johns Island
24
Facility 24
SC AVG 77
Rank #206 / 213
No
2
Facility 2
SC AVG 31
Rank #148 / 150
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Savannah Grace
AL
Mt Pleasant (Point Pleasant)
16
Facility 16
SC AVG 77
Rank #211 / 213
No
57
Facility 57
SC AVG 31
Rank #12 / 150
-
Spring Oak Lexington
AL
MC
Lexington
90
Facility 90
SC AVG 77
Rank #64 / 213
Yes
22
Facility 22
SC AVG 31
Rank #97 / 150
-
HarborChase of Riverwalk
AL
MC
Rock Hill
97
Facility 97
SC AVG 77
Rank #56 / 213
No
20
Facility 20
SC AVG 31
Rank #102 / 150
-
TerraBella Marchbanks
AL
MC
Anderson
60
Facility 60
SC AVG 77
Rank #126 / 213
Yes
39
Facility 39
SC AVG 31
Rank #51 / 150
-
Harbison Shores
AL
MC
RC
Irmo
79
Facility 79
SC AVG 77
Rank #94 / 213
Yes
41
Facility 41
SC AVG 31
Rank #45 / 150
-
Atria Forest Lake
AL
MC
Columbia
-Yes
65
Facility 65
SC AVG 31
Rank #4 / 150
Private Rooms

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Harbison Shores

990 Columbia Ave, Irmo, SC 29063
Overview of Harbison Shores

An outstanding senior living community nestled in Irmo, South Carolina, Harbison Shores offers both assisted living and memory care services. Boasting resort-like amenities, the community ensures a relaxing retirement within its grounds. Furthermore, the individual needs of residents are taken care of by a well-trained and skilled team of professionals and caregivers. Making way for new friends and socialization, the community conducts daily activities that the residents can enjoy and participate in. The exceptional culinary team prepares three healthy and delicious meals daily.

Harbison Shores goes above and beyond the expectation to guarantee the safety and comfort of the residents. This community truly epitomizes excellence in senior living.

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Spring Oak Lexington

5422 Augusta Rd, Lexington, SC 29072
Overview of Spring Oak Lexington

Spring Oak Lexington is a blissful senior living community located in a quiet neighborhood in Lexington, SC, offering various living options including assisted living, memory care, and short-term stay. Providing a comfortable and safe residence for seniors, the community includes 24-hour assistance from a team of skilled and dedicated professionals. A place where seniors may rest and keep their family’s minds at peace, Spring Oak Lexington Senior Living ensures the happiness and wellness of its residents.

Fostering meaningful connections among its residents, the community conducts enrichment activities and outings. Spring Oak Lexington values the independence and dignity of the residents, providing them with care tailored to their needs. With its eye-pleasing and spacious residences, the community offers care like no other in a family-like environment.

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Lakes at Litchfield Assisted Living

120 Lakes At Litchfield Dr, Pawleys Island, SC 29585-5515
Overview of Lakes at Litchfield Assisted Living

Lakes at Litchfield Assisted Living in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, features independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing services. Private housing options accommodate active seniors, whereas assisted living programs aid with daily personal tasks. Secured memory units protect individuals prone to wandering, and short-term respite stays allow temporary caregiver relief.

This 79-bed facility maintains an average of 4 hours and 21 minutes of total daily nurse staffing per resident. Litchfield Retirement operates the location alongside administrator Joseph Mason, and pet-friendly accommodations are welcome. Payment structures include private pay as well as Medicare for eligible short-term stays following a hospitalization.

Prospective residents can get in touch with Lakes at Litchfield Assisted Living to confirm room availability, review financial arrangements, and plan a site visit.

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Overview of Lodge at Wellmore

Lodge at Wellmore offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, nursing care, and skilled nursing in Tega Cay, South Carolina. Independent living provides a private living arrangement with community services and no daily care, while assisted living lets a resident keep an apartment with help with dressing, bathing, and medications. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and nursing care and skilled nursing include licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level can happen without leaving the community. The community has 60 beds, which gives families a clear sense of its overall size but does not show how care is delivered. Medicare and private pay are accepted: Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while private pay means the family pays directly for care. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 42 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident.

On site rehabilitation services and the Short Term Rehab program let residents recovering from an injury or illness receive therapy without arranging outside transportation. Fine dining and a café and bar give residents places to eat and spend time, while a salon and spa provide personal grooming services. The pet friendly policy allows residents to keep a pet, and respite care provides a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. David M. Dunn is the administrator, Jasmine Richard is the director, and Wellmore Of Tega Cay operates the community.

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Overview of The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare

The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a nonprofit continuing care community in Chapin, South Carolina, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing care within a comprehensive Life Plan setting. Operated under Lutheran Homes of South Carolina Inc., the community includes a 176-bed skilled nursing component and ranks among the larger retirement and healthcare campuses serving the greater Columbia, Chapin, and Lexington County region.

As part of Lutheran Homes of South Carolina, the community benefits from the support of a longstanding nonprofit organization with a faith-centered mission and established experience in older adult services. Its multiple levels of care also allow residents to transition within the same residential environment as their health needs evolve.

Services include licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, rehabilitation programming, memory support services, volunteer opportunities, and various community engagement programs. With the availability of independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing within one setting, the community creates continuity that appeals to residents and families seeking long-term stability and coordinated support over time.

Located in the growing Lake Murray and Chapin corridor of Lexington County, the community is set in an area that has become increasingly popular among older adults seeking residential living options near Columbia while maintaining access to healthcare, recreation, and community amenities. Its setting also attracts those looking for a balance between suburban residential living and access to larger metropolitan medical resources.

The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare is well-suited for older adults and families in the Chapin, Irmo, and greater Lake Murray region seeking a nonprofit Life Plan community with a faith-informed mission and multiple levels of care.

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Overview of Dayspring Assisted Living of Johns Island

Set in a peaceful area in Johns Island, SC, Dayspring Assisted Living of Johns Island is a close-knit senior living community that offers compassionate assisted living. Residents live confidently and comfortably knowing that their needs are being met with access to services like diabetic care, incontinence care, ancillary services, and non-ambulatory care. The community makes sure residents thrive with private and well-built residences and a dedicated team on standby to accommodate residents’ unique needs and emergencies.

With a plethora of engaging, stimulating, and entertaining activities both on-site and off-site, residents are guaranteed to enjoy plenty of opportunities to make new connections, get back to their old hobbies, or make new meaningful experiences. Delicious and nutritious meals are also offered to save residents from the trouble and hassle of cooking their own meals. A variety of inviting and cozy indoor common areas are also available to provide residents with a relaxing space for doing the things they love.

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Overview of HarborChase of Riverwalk

Located in the heart of Rock Hill, South Carolina, HarborChase of Riverwalk is a community where assisted living and memory care services seamlessly blend within a warm and compassionate environment. In this welcoming haven, cherished relationships take precedence, and residents discover a supportive sanctuary where their well-being is the highest priority.

Explore this picturesque neighborhood, where the commitment to residents’ welfare isn’t just a promise but an integral way of life. This assisted living community prides itself on convenient amenities and specialized care programs meticulously designed to provide exceptional support to residents and their families. HarborChase of Riverwalk is a community where seniors thrive, forge meaningful connections, and relish a personalized and engaging senior living experience.

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TerraBella Marchbanks

2203 Marchbanks Ave, Anderson, SC 29621
Overview of TerraBella Marchbanks

Set in the vibrant community of Anderson, SC, TerraBella Marchbanks is an outstanding senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Offering round-the-clock professional care to its assisted living residents and person-centered care and support to residents dealing with memory loss, the community ensures that seniors’ needs are met wherever they are in their stages of retirement. With the residents’ welfare and comfort in mind, the community offers thoughtfully designed apartments equipped with safety features, individual climate controls, and plenty of storage space.

Committed to delivering an all-encompassing senior living experience, TerraBella Marchbanks conducts fun and engaging activities and offers comprehensive on-site speech, occupational, and physical therapies. Here, residents have plenty of opportunities to do the things they love or explore new interests with a broad range of amenities designed to maintain residents’ wellness and engagement. Residents enjoy access to daily housekeeping services, transportation assistance, delicious meals, professional salon services, and beautiful common areas.

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Savannah Grace

1010 Lake Hunter Cir, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Overview of Savannah Grace

Savannah Grace is an assisted living community in Mt Pleasant, SC. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment.

The community has 16 beds, which may suit someone who prefers a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. Savannah Grace is in the Point Pleasant neighborhood and has a Walk Score of 57, meaning the area is somewhat walkable and some errands can be done on foot.

A resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently, while other errands may require a car or ride. Allison Dolan serves as the administrator, and Snh Se Sg Tenant operates the community.

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Overview of Atria Forest Lake

Atria Forest Lake offers assisted living and memory care in Columbia, SC. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Because both care levels are available, Atria Forest Lake may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the community rather than move to a different setting. Private rooms give residents an individual room instead of a shared sleeping space, and pets are allowed for residents who want to bring a pet with them.

The community has a Walk Score of 65 out of 100, meaning the area is somewhat walkable and some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to walk for some errands, while other trips may require a car or ride.

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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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Assisted Living in South Carolina at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $5,521The average monthly cost across facilities in South Carolina. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 31/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in South Carolina. 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: 77The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in South Carolina. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in South Carolina

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 237 assisted living facilities in South Carolina. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in South Carolina?

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 South Carolina, 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 South Carolina?

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.