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Best Assisted Living in South Carolina

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 237 assisted living communities in South Carolina using South Carolina 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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Last updated
Jun 2026
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237 homes
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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: 32/ 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: 90The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in South Carolina. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality.

TidePointe, a Vi Community
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Hilton Head Island
25
Facility 25
SC AVG 90
Rank #298 / 309
No
6
Facility 6
SC AVG 32
Rank #207 / 232
1 Bed / 2 Bed / CottageA
The Village at Summerville
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Summerville (Palmetto Park)
48
Facility 48
SC AVG 90
Rank #267 / 309
No
45
Facility 45
SC AVG 32
Rank #60 / 232
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
West Columbia (Still Hopes Drive)
22
Facility 22
SC AVG 90
Rank #303 / 309
Yes
63
Facility 63
SC AVG 32
Rank #14 / 232
-A+
Wildewood Downs Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Columbia (Williamsburg East)
57
Facility 57
SC AVG 90
Rank #229 / 309
Yes
33
Facility 33
SC AVG 32
Rank #119 / 232
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedA+
Brookdale Anderson
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Anderson (Windsor Place)
160
Facility 160
SC AVG 90
Rank #20 / 309
Yes
43
Facility 43
SC AVG 32
Rank #71 / 232
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Brookdale Ebenezer Road
AL
Rock Hill (Old Point Station)
52
Facility 52
SC AVG 90
Rank #242 / 309
Yes
39
Facility 39
SC AVG 32
Rank #92 / 232
SuiteA+
Harmony at Columbia
AL
IL
MC
Columbia
110
Facility 110
SC AVG 90
Rank #90 / 309
Yes
36
Facility 36
SC AVG 32
Rank #102 / 232
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Mill Creek Manor
AL
IL
MC
Columbia (Williamsburg East)
59
Facility 59
SC AVG 90
Rank #225 / 309
Yes
8
Facility 8
SC AVG 32
Rank #198 / 232
Private RoomsB+
Brookdale North Augusta
AL
North Augusta (Fairview Gardens)
52
Facility 52
SC AVG 90
Rank #242 / 309
Yes
38
Facility 38
SC AVG 32
Rank #95 / 232
SuiteA+
The Willows of Easley
AL
IL
RC
Easley (North Hills)
50
Facility 50
SC AVG 90
Rank #257 / 309
Yes
8
Facility 8
SC AVG 32
Rank #198 / 232
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
The Bridge at Charleston
AL
NH
SNF
Charleston
100
Facility 100
SC AVG 90
Rank #109 / 309
Yes
17
Facility 17
SC AVG 32
Rank #165 / 232
Studio / 1 BedA+
The Residences at Greer
AL
IL
MC
RC
Greer (Maple)
110
Facility 110
SC AVG 90
Rank #90 / 309
Yes
11
Facility 11
SC AVG 32
Rank #188 / 232
Studio / Suite-
Laurel Crest
AL
IL
MC
NH
West Columbia
26
Facility 26
SC AVG 90
Rank #297 / 309
Yes
15
Facility 15
SC AVG 32
Rank #173 / 232
Suite-
Harmony at Five Forks
AL
IL
MC
Simpsonville (Five Forks Road)
92
Facility 92
SC AVG 90
Rank #127 / 309
Yes
57
Facility 57
SC AVG 32
Rank #23 / 232
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Fairforest Grove Senior Living
AL
MC
Columbia (St. Andrews)
66
Facility 66
SC AVG 90
Rank #196 / 309
No
41
Facility 41
SC AVG 32
Rank #81 / 232
StudioA+
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Overview of The Garden House of Anderson

Nestled in the serene residential area of Edgebrook Drive, Anderson, SC is the astounding senior living community of The Garden House of Anderson providing assisted living and memory care. The community ensures seniors receive the right care and assistance for their special needs with a kind and compassionate team lending extra hands around the clock. Ease your worries with the specially designed and resident-focused environment of The Garden House of Anderson.

The community creates a haven not only for seniors to thrive but also for its team to provide better care. Meet new friends and enjoy various activities highlighting your interests and strengths. The Garden House of Anderson is a certified Great Place To Work and is regarded as Pinnacle’s Customer Experience Awarded in 2024.

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Overview of The Marsh at Carolina Park

Surrounded by breathtaking scenery and offering high-quality care, The Marsh at Carolina Park proves to be the right choice for seniors in Mount Pleasant, SC. Here, residents are assured of enjoying an elevated lifestyle supported by an expert and compassionate team in independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The community provides natural settings and resort-style amenities to further enhance comfort and relaxation. In addition to top-quality care, residents can also take great pleasure in engaging activities and social events prepared by a professional team.

The golden years are made even more exciting and fulfilling in this exceptional community, where residents are offered exceptional amenities such as well-designed patios, a salon and a barbershop, and more. Here, the residents can truly kick back, relax, and enjoy the slow pace of life.

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Overview of Physical Rehabilitation and Wellness Center of Spartanburg

Physical Rehabilitation and Wellness Center of Spartanburg is a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility administered by Andy Clements in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Owned by THI of South Carolina at Magnolia Place at Spartanburg LLC in Spartanburg County, the facility serves a mix of short-stay rehabilitation and long-term care residents. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Average stay is 129 days, with 77.7 percent of current residents on Medicaid. Occupancy stands at 90.3 percent, above South Carolina’s 82.1 percent average.

CMS grades the facility 1 star, with all four sub-categories trailing the state average. 33 total health citations across seven inspections since 2021 rank the facility 111th of 113 South Carolina nursing homes, against a state average of 13.7 citations. 7 citations arose from complaint investigations. The inspection record includes 1 critical citation and 1 serious citation, with resident rights accounting for 9 of the 33 total deficiencies. 2 civil money penalties totaling $10,000 were assessed in November 2024. Contractor staffing accounts for 40 percent of all staff hours, including around 82 percent of RN hours, 70 percent of LPN hours, and 79 percent of CNA hours, representing significant reliance on agency labor that directly affects the 1-star staffing sub-rating. Total nursing hours reach 3 hours 17 minutes per resident per day, 20 percent below the South Carolina average of 4 hours 5 minutes. The long-stay quality measures contrast meaningfully with the inspection and staffing record: CMS rates long-stay performance as significantly above average. Hospitalizations run at 1.37 per 1,000 long-stay resident days, 33 percent better than the South Carolina average of 2.03, and ED visits at 0.63 per 1,000 days are 67 percent better than the state figure. Falls with major injury at 1.5 percent are 49 percent below the state average. Walking ability worsened at 27.7 percent of long-stay residents is 71 percent above the state benchmark, the most significant adverse long-stay measure.

Physical Rehabilitation and Wellness Center of Spartanburg suits families in Spartanburg County who find long-stay hospital avoidance and fall prevention data compelling but should weigh that against the 1-star overall rating, the inspection history in resident rights and pharmacy services, and the heavy reliance on contract staffing.

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Overview of The Legacy of Hartsville

Residing in the calming community of Hartsville, SC, The Legacy of Hartsville is a peculiar senior living community providing assisted living and memory care services. A wide range of cozy and spacious accommodations including one-bedroom deluxe, deluxe studio, companion suite, and alcove are available. Having a highly equipped and dedicated team, this community offers an emergency response team and round-the-clock personalized care services. In terms of memory care, a cutting-edge program called the Pathways to Discover is thoughtfully designed for those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

True to its goal of promoting a perfect balance between personal freedom and intentional care, residents can enjoy weekly housekeeping and laundry services, in-house maintenance services, and free transportation to all professional services. Experience delicious dining with delightful meals and snacks every day. Engage in diverse social activities and community events. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with The Legacy of Hartsville.

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Overview of Langston Square

Nestled in the welcoming place of Clinton, SC, the Langston Square is an enticing senior living community offering assisted living services. Here, residents can select from spacious and comfortable accommodations with several floor plans ranging from one-bedroom to studio. With its highly skilled and hardworking team, this community offers an emergency response system and 24/7 personalized care services.

With its top-tier amenities and other services, residents can enjoy delectable meals and snacks daily, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, in-house maintenance services, and free transportation to all professional services. Enjoy its illuminated entryways and engage in diverse social activities and community events. Meet new people and share meaningful memories within the beautiful spaces of this community. At the Langston Square, seniors are guaranteed a memorable living experience.

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Overview of Keowee Square

Set in the beautiful community of Seneca, SC, the Keowee Square is a peculiar senior living community providing assisted living services. Here, residents can live in cozy and spacious studio accommodations to further enhance comfort and relaxation. Having a highly equipped and dedicated team, this community offers an emergency response team and round-the-clock personalized care services.

True to its goal of promoting a perfect balance between personal freedom and intentional care, residents can enjoy weekly housekeeping and laundry services, in-house maintenance services, and free transportation to all professional services. Experience delicious dining with delightful meals and snacks every day. Engage in diverse social activities and community events. Explore other beautiful spaces such as the illuminated entryways. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with Keowee Square.

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Overview of Belvedere Commons of Seneca

Situated in the heart of Seneca, SC, the Belverde Commons of Seneca is an esteemed senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. A variety of accommodations ranging from studio and one-bedroom and private and semi-private suites are available depending on personal preferences. This community offers an excellent and dedicated team that ensures immediate care and support for its residents. In terms of memory care, it provides a specialized memory care program regardless of cognitive conditions.

Explore its wonderful amenities and services wherein residents can access wellness programming, outdoor courtyard, and fitness programming. Indulge in 3 delectable meals daily and avail of their weekly housekeeping and laundry. At the Belvedere Commons of Seneca, seniors can truly enjoy an extraordinary living experience.

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Overview of The Meridian at Carolina Lakes

Located in the scenic neighborhood of English Clover Lane, Indian Land, SC, The Meridian at Carolina Lakes is an outstanding senior living community offering assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. Experience a relaxing and safe retirement with the spacious and sophisticated residences of The Meridian at Carolina Lakes in a wide array of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. The community strives to deliver top-tier care and assistance for seniors to gain meaningful experiences in their golden years.

Participate in engaging activities and meet people with the same interests through exciting programs conducted for enjoyment and wellness. Delightful and nutritious meals are served to meet dietary needs and preferences. With its bright and welcoming environment, The Meridian at Carolina Lakes is a safe place for seniors to enjoy a glorious retirement.

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Overview of Watercrest Myrtle Beach

Set on the beautiful Colline Verdi Way, Myrtle Beach, SC, Watercress Myrtle Beach is an exceptional senior living community providing assisted living and memory care. The community features various sophisticated and well-crafted residences, promising relaxation and safety like no other. The community boasts a team of competent and extremely talented professionals providing round-the-clock care and support for seniors to live their lives as they prefer.

The community ensures seniors cherish every moment of their stay at Watercrest Myrtle Beach with its scenic views. Discover new interests and reignite passions with fun activities and enjoyable programs. Eat well with nutritious and tasty meals for dietary satisfaction. Watercress Myrtle Beach is a good place to spend your golden years surrounded by serene spaces and a bright and friendly community.

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Overview of Brookdale Conway

Nestled in the charming city of Conway, Arkansas, Brookdale Conway offers assisted living in a quiet, residential neighborhood with convenient access to central Arkansas. The community provides a vibrant lifestyle with activities like yoga classes, movie nights, and chats by the fireplace, allowing residents to fill their social calendar and focus on fun. Brookdale Conway’s staff takes care of housekeeping, laundry, and provides 24/7 emergency assistance, helping residents leave behind the worries of homeownership.

Residents have the opportunity to share their lives with a group of interesting people who call Brookdale Conway home. The assisted living program helps with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and mobility, allowing residents to redefine their independence with customized care. Conway offers a thriving arts and cultural scene, numerous parks, outdoor recreation, and locally-owned shops and restaurants, with Regional Medical Center nearby. The community calendar includes activities like bingo, movie nights, scenic drives, Bible studies, and happy hour socials.

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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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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.