Page 24 of Best Assisted Living in South Carolina

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Overview of Kauhale Pettigru

Kauhale Pettigru provides assisted living and memory care in Greenville, SC. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while residents maintain their own apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.

Both care levels are available within one community. For a resident whose needs grow over time, that can allow a move to a different level of care without leaving the community. With 115 beds, Kauhale Pettigru offers a medium sized setting without implying a particular level of staffing or programming.

Residents may keep pets, and salon services provide on site personal grooming. Outings give residents opportunities to take part in activities away from the community, while the ASAP program adds a named program to the services available. Shannon Minshall serves as administrator, and Kauhale Greenville operates the community. This may be a good fit for someone who needs assisted living now or memory care as needs change, particularly if remaining in the same community matters.

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Overview of Ruby Donald Residential Care

Ruby Donald Residential Care, located in Greenville, South Carolina, is an 88-bed assisted living and residential care community owned and operated by Ruby Donald Residential Care LLC. Managed by administrator Jackie Miller, the community accepts Medicaid program funding alongside standard financial arrangements.

Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants manage the 24-hour staffing structure, delivering continuous physical supervision, overnight monitoring, medication oversight, and personal care routines. The daily program incorporates freshly prepared meals, group exercise, spiritual meditation, tabletop games, and structured group conversations.

Social outreach involves regular off-site travel for shopping, local restaurant dining, and church services. The Greenville location positions the home near local retail developments and regional medical facilities while preserving a quiet, neighborhood setting.

Prospective residents and family coordinators seeking Medicaid-participating communities in Upstate South Carolina can reach the Greenville administrative office to verify current bed openings and arrange a time to visit the property.

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Overview of Health Related Home Care – Greenwood

In Greenwood, Health Related Home Care delivers compassionate and exceptional home care services to the community. Their approach is not just professional but also deeply empathetic, ensuring the residents of Greenwood receive the support they need with the utmost care and respect. They offer a wide range of services including physical, speech, and occupational therapy, along with the expertise of home health aides and medical social workers. Furthermore, the team specializes in therapies for conditions such as lymphedema and respiratory diseases, providing comprehensive care to those in need.
Health Related Home Care also helps with seamless communication and convenient care arrangements. Families find it incredibly easy to connect with them, ensuring that arranging the necessary care is a stress-free process. With their compassionate approach and diverse services, Health Related Home Care stands as a reliable pillar of support for the Greenwood community.

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Overview of Inlet Coastal Resort

Inlet Coastal Resort is a family-owned senior living community in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Licensed as a 62-bed Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF), the community operates under Inlet Coastal Resort LLC, with William Gatti serving as administrator. It also serves older adults throughout the South Strand region of Horry County.

Available accommodations include both private and semi-private suites, while services and amenities feature chef-prepared meals focused on nutrition and flavor, daily activity programming, individualized care planning, onsite therapy services, transportation to medical appointments, social events, and 24-hour staffing support. Rehabilitation services and respite care are also available, along with a combination of extensive amenities. This offers a balance between personalized attention and comprehensive service availability.

Its Murrells Inlet location provides convenient access to healthcare resources such as Grand Strand Medical Center and Waccamaw Community Hospital, while also placing residents near one of the region’s best-known coastal retirement destinations.

Inlet Coastal Resort appeals to older adults seeking a more intimate, owner-operated living environment along the South Carolina coast, particularly those who value individualized care, onsite therapy access, and restaurant-style dining. For families exploring assisted living and memory care options between Myrtle Beach and Pawleys Island, this community stands out for its family ownership model and broad amenity offerings within a smaller community setting.

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Overview of Sumter Grove Senior Living

Sumter Grove Senior Living, situated on Lin-Do Court in Sumter, South Carolina, is a 55-bed residential care community. Legally operated and owned by SH1 Lindo Opco LLC, the facility is directed by administrator Melissia Bean. The community provides both independent living and assisted living plans. The family-style residential care model emphasizes companionship, personal relationships, and routine daily living support within a smaller, neighborhood-based scale.

The daily program coordinates resident engagement alongside routine care services such as nutritional support, social activities, and physical assistance. The community functions as a mid-size alternative to larger, institutional campuses in the area, appealing to those seeking an accessible lifestyle.

Families researching assisted living options in the Sumter region can contact the local business office to check current availability.

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Overview of Loving Thy Neighbor Residential Care

Loving Thy Neighbor Residential Care, located near the Lake Keowee region in Seneca, South Carolina, is a 33-bed assisted living community. Operated by Loving Thy Neighbor Residential Care LLC and led by administrator Adrian Reid, the Oconee County facility functions as a licensed Community Residential Care Facility. Its smaller scale provides a more intimate environment compared to larger senior housing options in Upstate South Carolina.

The daily support structure incorporates 24-hour staffing and home care service integration. In addition to traditional assisted living services, the community holds an accreditation from the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs, allowing it to house individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The community also accepts Medicaid program funding, offering a specialized financial layout that serves as an alternative option for families managing long-term care costs in the Seneca area.

Individuals and family representatives looking into community residential care programs in Oconee County can contact the Seneca business office to review open accommodations.

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Alelia Residential

10 Jacob White Rd, Yemassee, SC 29945
Overview of Alelia Residential

Alelia’s Residential Care is a compassionate assisted living community in Yemassee, SC, that offers personal care. With its home-like environment, the community ensures older adults feel at ease during their stay. 24-hour care, home-cooked meals, and recreational activities are also offered, ensuring residents have a hassle-free lifestyle. Dedicated to residents’ welfare, personalized care plans are crafted to help them thrive in their later years.

Light exercises, themed events, and various games accompany residents during their stay, promoting an active lifestyle and social engagement. Cozy living spaces and lively gathering areas also ensure residents can rest and interact with their surroundings without hassles. Surrounded by lush trees in the serene setting of Yemassee, residents are guaranteed a laid-back lifestyle. This assisted living community is a trusted choice for senior living in South Carolina, as it provides exceptional care in a small setting that helps older adults thrive in their later years.

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Weighting overview

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    Stability
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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.

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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

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

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  • % Inspections w/ Citations
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

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

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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

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

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Community Stability 10%

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

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  • Bed Options
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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.

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  • 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.