Page 16 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.
Rice Estate – Assisted Living
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Columbia
40
Facility 40
SC AVG 77
Rank #197 / 213
No--
Cumberland Village – A Golden Bell Senior Living Community
AL
IL
RC
Aiken
-Yes
22
Facility 22
SC AVG 31
Rank #97 / 150
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westminster Memory Care of Lexington
AL
MC
NH
Lexington
48
Facility 48
SC AVG 77
Rank #178 / 213
Yes-Studio
Carolina Gardens at Kathwood
AL
MC
Columbia (Deaswood)
-Yes
36
Facility 36
SC AVG 31
Rank #59 / 150
-
Wellmore of Lexington
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Lexington
174
Facility 174
SC AVG 77
Rank #5 / 213
Yes--
Indigo Hall
AL
MC
RC
Charleston
179
Facility 179
SC AVG 77
Rank #3 / 213
No--
Maria‘s Priority Care
AL
Charleston
-No
65
Facility 65
SC AVG 31
Rank #4 / 150
-
The Parker
AL
MC
Greenville
-Yes
61
Facility 61
SC AVG 31
Rank #7 / 150
-
Gardens at Sumter
AL
MC
RC
Sumter
140
Facility 140
SC AVG 77
Rank #12 / 213
No--
Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Charleston
123
Facility 123
SC AVG 77
Rank #15 / 213
No--

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Overview of Rice Estate – Assisted Living

Rice Estate, Assisted Living offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, hospice care, and skilled nursing in Columbia, SC. With 40 beds, the community is a smaller setting where staff and residents get to know each other. Its range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since services can change without leaving the community.

Independent living supports private living with community services, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care supports end-of-life needs, while respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The starting price is $979, although the confirmed information does not tie that amount to a specific care level. Payment options include Medicare, which covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, and private pay. Total nurse staffing is 5h 13m per resident/day, representing the daily hands-on nurse time allocated per resident.

Residents can use the beauty and barber salon, fitness room, multipurpose room for activities, courtyard gardens, and walking areas for grooming, exercise, organized activities, and time outdoors. The Magnolia dining room serves three meals daily and between-meal refreshments, with a daily menu crafted from fresh, local fare, while the Rehabilitation & Nursing program provides rehabilitation services alongside nursing care. Daniel John Amodio serves as administrator, and Lutheran Homes Of South Carolina operates the community.

Starting Price $979/Month

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Overview of Cumberland Village – a Golden Bell Senior Living Community

Cumberland Village, crafted with care by Golden Bell Senior Living, offers seniors an exceptional living experience that transcends the mundane. Spread across a sprawling 35-acre estate, it radiates warmth and charm, making every resident feel at home. The home goes above and beyond to ensure the safety and security of its beloved residents, equipped with a state-of-the-art building security system. From rejuvenating outdoor recreation areas to an invigorating wellness center and a sparkling indoor swimming pool, the community is designed to elevate senior living to new heights.

For those in need of respite care services, Cumberland Village is just the right place. With a range of accommodation options – from cozy studios to spacious one and two-bedroom apartments – residents can personalize their space to their heart’s content. The community also offers chef-prepared dining, housekeeping, and laundry services, taking care of the daily grind so residents can sit back and savor their golden years. From fun-filled activities like aqua volleyball and Scrabble to uplifting devotionals, there’s always something to look forward to. Cumberland Village is not just any senior living community, it’s a haven where seniors can truly flourish.

$2,950/Month

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Overview of Westminster Memory Care of Lexington

Westminster Memory Care of Lexington is a distinguished senior living community committed to providing exceptional care and support to individuals coping with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. In Lexington, South Carolina, they offer local families peace of mind, knowing their loved ones receive exceptional care in a warm and welcoming setting. The community boasts a team of caregivers trained in dementia care, ensuring round-the-clock assistance and supervision.

Westminster Memory Care of Lexington residents benefit from personalized care plans meticulously crafted through collaborative efforts with families. This approach enables the team to understand each resident’s preferences, interests, and distinctive characteristics, fostering an environment of familiarity and support. The community prides itself on delivering unparalleled care and comfort, leveraging advanced technologies and a compassionate caregiving team.

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Overview of Carolina Gardens at Kathwood

Operating for 36 years, Carolina Gardens at Kathwood is an assisted living and memory care community in Columbia, South Carolina. The community at 4520 Trenholm Rd serves the Deaswood neighborhood in a somewhat walkable area where most daily activities need transportation.

The facility offers assisted living and memory care services, setting itself to cater to occupants at different care levels. With nearly four decades of experience, it’s established in the local senior living landscape. Residents benefit from proximity to neighborhood amenities: dining, shopping, and transportation services, along with fitness and recreation options.

Families exploring Carolina Gardens at Kathwood will see an in-person visit as the best way to know its residential layout, daily programming, dining options, and the specific support available for your dearest one’s care needs.

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Overview of Wellmore of Lexington

Wellmore of Lexington offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Lexington, SC. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living supports daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management while a resident maintains an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Respite care provides a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and short term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery period. The 174 bed community serves a larger resident population, with more residents, staff, and usually more programming than a small home. On site rehabilitation allows a resident to receive therapy without arranging outside transportation, and the heated indoor therapy pool provides an indoor setting for therapy or exercise.

A salon and spa support personal grooming on site, while restaurant style dining gives residents a dining option in a restaurant style setting. Pets are allowed, so residents can keep a pet with them. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours 2 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident. Payment options are Medicare and private pay; Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Crystal C. Butcher serves as the administrator. The range of care levels, respite care, and short term rehabilitation may make Wellmore of Lexington a good fit for a resident whose needs may change or a family needing temporary support.

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Overview of Indigo Hall

Indigo Hall offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Charleston, SC. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care offers a short term stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. With several care types available, Indigo Hall may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community.

The community has 179 beds, and Lindsay French serves as administrator; Indigo Hall Operating Co operates the community. Restaurant style dining includes dietitian approved meals designed around residents’ health needs, with special diets available for residents who have specific dietary requirements.

A salon and spa, outdoor common areas, and transportation services add on site options for personal care, outdoor time, and resident travel.

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Overview of Maria‘s Priority Care

Maria’s Priority Care Residential Home I, situated in North Charleston, South Carolina, proudly operates as a licensed Community Residential Care Facility. Their dedicated mission is to provide compassionate assisted living services for older adults. 

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Overview of The Parker

The Parker’s prime location, in close proximity to renowned attractions such as the Greenville County Museum of Art, Greenville Zoo, and Artisphere, ensures that residents can indulge in a vibrant and engaging lifestyle, with a range of accommodation options, including suite apartments, one-bedroom, and one-bedroom deluxe living quarters, residents can find the perfect fit to meet their individual needs. With every convenience just a stone’s throw away, residents can immerse themselves in the bustling energy of the city, all while enjoying the tranquility and security of The Parker.

As a symbol of their dedication to resident comfort and wellbeing, The Parker offers WiFi and other state-of-the-art amenities. One of the many unique features of the home is its focus on fostering meaningful connections between residents. The community recognizes the importance of social bonding and organizes an array of engaging activities to facilitate a warm and welcoming atmosphere. It is unquestionable how The Parker gracefully represents the pinnacle of luxurious senior living in Greenville.

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Gardens at Sumter

2065 Mccrays Mill Rd, Sumter, SC 29154-6111
Overview of Gardens at Sumter

Gardens at Sumter offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Sumter, SC, with a 140-bed capacity. With a dedicated Alzheimer’s unit, the community provides specialized care to those with memory-related conditions. Nursing services are also available for residents who need continuous clinical support. Moreover, residents can access care whenever needed with 24-hour staffing available.

Additionally, respite care offers a short-term stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. With its multiple levels of care, residents can stay even when their needs grow. Tracy Devaughn serves as administrator, while Sumter Al Holdings operates the community.

Restaurant-style dining includes balanced meals prepared to meet dietary needs, including special diets, so residents with dietary requirements can dine on site. Moreover, a library, entertainment room, and outdoor common area give residents places to read, spend time indoors, or use a shared outdoor space.

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Overview of Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community

Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community in Charleston, South Carolina, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home and skilled nursing care, and respite care. Independent living means having a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care onsite around the clock, and respite care offers a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can continue within the same community rather than requiring a move elsewhere. Bishop Gadsden has 123 beds. Jonna Cook serves as the administrator.

Payment options are Medicare and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means the family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 6 hours and 2 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident.

Rehabilitation services include short term rehabilitation and BG Therapy for residents who need recovery focused care. The community also has a wellness center, pool, spa, onsite clinic, and pharmacy, giving residents access to exercise, swimming, personal care, and health related services without leaving the community.

More than 120 acres include nature trails, a community garden, and a croquet court. Residents can spend time outdoors, garden, walk, or play croquet. Dining options include a café and fine dining, and religious services are available for residents who wish to attend.

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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.