Page 5 of Best Assisted Living in South Carolina

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 236 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
The Springs at Simpsonville
AL
IL
MC
Simpsonville
89
Facility 89
SC AVG 77
Rank #73 / 213
No
52
Facility 52
SC AVG 31
Rank #23 / 150
Private Rooms
Wildewood Downs Retirement Community
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Columbia (Williamsburg East)
57
Facility 57
SC AVG 77
Rank #141 / 213
Yes
33
Facility 33
SC AVG 31
Rank #74 / 150
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Village at Summerville
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Summerville (Palmetto Park)
48
Facility 48
SC AVG 77
Rank #178 / 213
No
45
Facility 45
SC AVG 31
Rank #34 / 150
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Watercrest Myrtle Beach
AL
IL
MC
RC
Myrtle Beach
122
Facility 122
SC AVG 77
Rank #17 / 213
Yes
26
Facility 26
SC AVG 31
Rank #90 / 150
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living
AL
MC
RC
Myrtle Beach
142
Facility 142
SC AVG 77
Rank #11 / 213
No
22
Facility 22
SC AVG 31
Rank #97 / 150
Studio / Suite
VIVA Senior Living at Gaffney
AL
IL
MC
RC
Gaffney
90
Facility 90
SC AVG 77
Rank #64 / 213
No
36
Facility 36
SC AVG 31
Rank #59 / 150
Private / Companion Suite
The Residences at Greer
AL
IL
MC
RC
Greer (Maple)
110
Facility 110
SC AVG 77
Rank #34 / 213
Yes
11
Facility 11
SC AVG 31
Rank #124 / 150
Studio / Suite
Indigo Carolina Forest
AL
IL
MC
RC
Myrtle Beach
85
Facility 85
SC AVG 77
Rank #81 / 213
Yes
38
Facility 38
SC AVG 31
Rank #54 / 150
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park
AL
IL
MC
Mt Pleasant
193
Facility 193
SC AVG 77
Rank #1 / 213
Yes
14
Facility 14
SC AVG 31
Rank #115 / 150
Cottage / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Chandler Place Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
MC
Rock Hill (Heatherwood)
92
Facility 92
SC AVG 77
Rank #60 / 213
Yes
33
Facility 33
SC AVG 31
Rank #74 / 150
Studio / Suite

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Overview of The Springs at Simpsonville

The Springs at Simpsonville is a senior living community on East Curtis Street in Simpsonville, South Carolina, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care in a single setting. The community is operated by Curtis Group LLC and led by administrator Leigha M. Freeman. It is an 89 bed, single story building with private rooms throughout, which keeps daily movement simple for residents who use a walker or wheelchair and makes the building easier for staff to cover.

Having three levels of care under one roof matters for families thinking past the first year. A resident who moves in needing light assistance can shift toward more supportive care, or into memory care, without leaving a familiar building or starting over with new staff. The memory care side is a dedicated wing built around specialized programming rather than a few rooms set aside within general assisted living, which tends to mean a calmer environment and staff who work with cognitive change every day.

Medical support is handled largely on site. In house physician services and therapy reduce the number of outside appointments a resident has to travel to, and transportation services cover the trips that do come up. Prisma Health Hillcrest Hospital sits a little over a mile away, which is worth knowing when an urgent need arises. Fitness and recreation programming rounds out the week for residents who want structure to their days.

The setting is close in, about three tenths of a mile from Simpsonville’s city center, with a walkability score of 52 out of 100. That puts some errands within walking distance while a car still handles most trips, a practical middle ground for visiting family. Greenville is a short drive away for relatives coming from the wider metro area.

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Overview of Wildewood Downs Retirement Community

Wildewood Downs Retirement Community offers nursing home, assisted living, continuing care retirement community, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Columbia, South Carolina. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing brings licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Its range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, and respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

The community has 57 beds. That smaller setting gives staff and residents more opportunity to get to know each other. Housing includes one, two, and three bedroom options in Cottage Homes and Villa Apartments, accommodating individuals as well as residents moving with a companion. Cottage Home pricing ranges from the $200s to the high $500s per month, while Villa Apartment pricing is in the $100s per month, with the amount depending on the housing option.

Medicare and private pay are accepted, giving families those two listed ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 37 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated per resident. Transportation and rehabilitation services are available, and pets are allowed. Robert Hernandez serves as administrator, and Wildewood Retirement operates the community.

A Walk Score of 33 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Wildewood Downs Retirement Community may be a good fit for someone who wants access to multiple care levels, including memory care and skilled nursing, within one community.

$100/Month

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Overview of The Village at Summerville

The Village at Summerville offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, nursing home and skilled nursing care within a continuing care retirement community in Summerville, SC. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with dressing, bathing and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

The nursing home and skilled nursing options provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. With multiple care levels in one community, a resident whose needs grow can move to a different level without leaving the community or starting over socially, so the setting may be a good fit for someone who wants care options that can accommodate changing needs.

The community has 48 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents get to know each other. One-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom housing options can accommodate an individual or people moving together.

Total nurse staffing is 4h 15m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nurse time allocated per resident. The area has a Walk Score of 45, a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for errands.

Payment options are Medicare and private pay. Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, while private pay means the family pays directly.

Contact The Village at Summerville

Overview of Watercrest Myrtle Beach

Watercrest Myrtle Beach offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps their own living space, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available here. A resident whose needs grow may be able to change care levels without moving to another community. Watercrest Myrtle Beach has 122 beds, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom housing; a studio offers one private space, while a two-bedroom option can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion.

Starting monthly prices are $4,950 for independent living and $6,000 for memory care. The memory care rate reflects the secured setting and smaller staff ratios required for this level of supervision. Residents have access to an outdoor pool, art studio, theater, music room, fitness center, gardening stations, walking paths, salon, spa, and restaurant-style dining, along with transportation services and rehabilitation services.

Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet when they move. Charles Holtzclaw serves as the administrator, and American House South Carolina operates the community. Watercrest Myrtle Beach may be a good fit for someone who could benefit from changing care levels within the same community as needs develop.

$4,950/Month

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Overview of Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living

Take in the warmth of Happy Woods Court, Myrtle Beach, SC, with the extraordinary senior living community of Myrtle Beach Grine Senior Living providing assisted living, companion living, memory care, and respite care. With a wide selection of snug and sophisticated studios, seniors enjoy a relaxing and safe time. The community works closely with its residents to ensure they receive the highest quality of care and support from a competent and highly skilled team.

Flourish and live your best life with engaging activities and energizing programs conducted for leisure and wellness. Feel good with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living is an incredible community that strives to provide a safe place for seniors to enjoy a hassle-free retirement surrounded by a supportive environment and serene spaces.

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Overview of Viva Senior Living at Gaffney

Ideally situated in the thriving neighborhood of Gaffney, SC, VIVA Senior Living at Gaffney is an outstanding community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Featuring two distinct floor plans, the community ensures residents’ comfort and safety. A kind and highly trained team provides top-notch care tailored to residents’ personal needs, ensuring they enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle.

Stimulating programs and exciting events are conducted to enhance residents’ cognition and living experiences. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delectable and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides medication management and transportation services for residents’ convenience. Residents can keep their peace of mind amidst the community’s vibrant and welcoming environment.

Starting Price $4,100/Month

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Overview of The Residences at Greer

Serving older adults in Greer, South Carolina, The Residences at Greer is a senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Phoenix At Greer LLC operates the community at 715 S. Buncombe Road, about 2 miles from downtown Greer. The multiple levels of care in one location allow residents to transition between services as their needs change without moving to a different community.

The two-story community has 110 beds. It has been serving residents for 23 years, giving it a long-established presence in the area. Residents can choose from studio and suite floor plans ranging from about 335 to 564 square feet, providing options for different space needs and budgets.

A dedicated memory care unit supports residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Through this, residents receive specialized care on-site instead of relocating as their needs progress. There are transportation services for residents with appointments and outings. Fitness and recreation programs encourage an active lifestyle.

The car-dependent area has a Walk Score of 11, so most errands require a vehicle. Families planning visits or regular outings should keep that tradeoff in mind because the surrounding neighborhood is not well suited for walking to nearby shops or services. Residents can bring their pets, allowing them to keep a companion animal after moving in.

The Residences at Greer combines multiple levels of care, dedicated memory care services, and everyday lifestyle support in one well-established community. That flexibility can be valuable for families whose loved one’s care needs may change over time.

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Indigo Carolina Forest

176 Village Center Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
Overview of Indigo Carolina Forest

Situated in the scenic community of Myrtle Beach, SC, the Indigo Carolina Forest is an enticing senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents can select from spacious and comfortable accommodations with varying floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia can receive a specialized program addressing their immediate needs with compassion and dignity by an expert and empathetic team.

Offering top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy chef-prepared meals in restaurant-style dining, weekly housekeeping and maintenance services, concierge service, barber and salon services, and many more. Enhance physical endurance by joining wellness programs in its fitness center. Attend a full calendar of social activities and events coordinated by a professional team. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors are guaranteed an all-encompassing living experience with Indigo Carolina Forest.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park

Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park is an assisted living facility located in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, offering a memory care unit for residents with dementia and an independent living option. The community is part of Merrill Gardens Senior Living, a senior care company, and provides vision care to its residents. The costs at Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park start at $2,040 and range up to $6,595, with the average price being $4,318, which is less than the average price in the area. The community is pet-friendly, and while South Carolina requires three meals to be provided per day, it can accommodate no or low-sodium diets.

Residents at Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park are required to have a scheduled, structured activity every day, and the community offers a variety of activities, including musical performances and social outings. The facility is located near six hospitals, with the two closest being Mount Pleasant Hospital and East Cooper Medical Center, and has above-average reviews for the area. Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park offers 158 independent, assisted living, and memory care apartments, as well as 28 cottages, with concierge services, scheduled transportation, 24-hour staffing, and weekly housekeeping. The community features a pool, fitness center, and restaurant-style dining, allowing residents to live a full and happy life built around their delights and hobbies.

Starting Price $3,395/Month

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Overview of Chandler Place Assisted Living & Memory Care

Located in the Heatherwood neighborhood of Rock Hill, South Carolina, Chandler Place Assisted Living & Memory Care has 92 beds. It is a single-story community with studio and suite housing options. Piedmont Medical Center is about a mile away, which is ideal for residents who need regular medical visits.

Chandler Place offers assisted living and memory care. A dedicated Alzheimer’s unit supports residents who need focused memory care. The community is operated by Navion Spring Arbor LLC. Jason Fisher serves as administrator.

Residents can use transportation services for errands and appointments. Fitness and recreation programs are also available. Pets are allowed, which may help residents who want to keep an animal companion.

The area has a Walk Score of 33, so it is somewhat walkable. Some nearby services may be reached on foot, but most outings will need a ride. Families should ask about daily memory care programs. Activities and support can vary between communities offering memory care.

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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 236 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.