Best Senior Communities in South Carolina

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 378 senior communities in SC using SC Dept. of Public Health (DPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving. SC (Senior Communities):
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Brookdale Ebenezer Road
SC
AL
Rock Hill (Old Point Station)
52 Yes 39 Suite A+
Brookdale North Augusta
SC
AL
North Augusta (Fairview Gardens)
52 Yes 38 Suite A+
Franke at Seaside
SC
AL
CCRC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Mt Pleasant
44 No 53 Private Rooms A+
White Oak Manor Rock Hill
SC
NH
SNF
Rock Hill
141 No - - A+
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community
SC
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
West Columbia
22 Yes 63 - A+
Brookdale Anderson
SC
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Anderson
160 Yes 43 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed -
North Haven Residential Care Home
SC
AL
MC
RESC
North Charleston (Dismuke Mobile Home Park)
16 No 51 - A+
Harmony at Columbia
SC
AL
IL
MC
Columbia
110 Yes 36 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed A+
Life Care Center of Charleston
SC
NH
SNF
North Charleston (Alta Shores Apartments)
148 No 27 - A+
The Bridge at Charleston
SC
AL
Charleston
100 Yes 17 Studio / 1 Bed A+
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Overview of Brookdale Ebenezer Road

Brookdale Ebenezer Road offers a unique assisted living experience that defies the typical senior living community. This quaint campus in Rock Hill, South Carolina, provides residents with a luxury feel, from the comfortable living quarters to the inviting common areas. Residents can enjoy the freedom of assisted living, where the community handles the cooking, cleaning, and other chores, allowing them to focus on pursuing their passions and hobbies.

The dedicated staff provides peace of mind and enhances the quality of life, supporting residents’ independence on their own terms. The community’s landscaped grounds, walking paths, and gardens create a serene, resort-like atmosphere. Residents can explore the charming city of Rock Hill, visiting local attractions, cultural centers, and outdoor recreation. The community’s robust activities calendar caters to residents’ interests, from Wii bowling and arts and crafts to devotional services and social events, fostering a vibrant, welcoming environment. Residents can also savor delicious, chef-prepared meals tailored to their preferences.

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Overview of Brookdale North Augusta

Nestled in North Augusta, South Carolina, Brookdale North Augusta offers assisted living where residents can pursue their passions and live their best life. The community provides a variety of choices for how to spend time, whether pursuing an old interest like gardening or learning something new like tai chi. Residents can focus on the things they love while the staff handles daily tasks and little things. Brookdale North Augusta offers a selection of pet-friendly floor plans to fit each resident’s style, and 24/7 emergency staff is available.

The assisted living program supports residents with daily living while allowing them to maintain their freedom and dignity. The community calendar includes activities like gardening club, bingo, movie matinees, Bible study, and volunteering. Residents can enjoy restaurant-style dining with menu options like pork roast, battered cod, and chicken, with their feedback and favorite recipes incorporated. Brookdale North Augusta is conveniently located near medical facilities and offers easy access to the city’s amenities, allowing residents to live an enriched and fulfilling lifestyle.

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Overview of Franke at Seaside

Franke at Seaside, a nonprofit retirement community located in the tranquil landscape of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, offers a vibrant retirement experience. Situated amidst stunning lagoons and serene natural surroundings, this community provides a range of care options, including independent living facilities, residential assisted living, memory support, long-term care, rehabilitation, and nursing services. Its well-designed campus encourages curiosity and adventure, making it an ideal place for mindfulness and a peaceful retirement.

Residents here can also enjoy various amenities, including housekeeping and meal services, along with well-maintained grounds. Located conveniently near downtown Charleston, seniors have easy access to local conveniences. On-campus, they’ll find a full-time chaplain, card room, living room, library, and a hair salon. Concierge services are available as well, and the community is well-equipped with a fitness center offering a variety of programs and activities. Additionally, there’s a heated saltwater swimming pool to enhance the retirement experience. All of this is complemented by a dedicated and exceptional staff, making Franke at Seaside a sought-after destination for independent living homes.

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Overview of White Oak Manor Rock Hill

White Oak Manor Rock Hill provides skilled nursing and nursing home care in Rock Hill, SC. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, so the community may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing support. The home may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing care.

There are 141 beds, and 99% are occupied, meaning nearly all of the home’s beds are in use. Total nurse staffing is 4h 14m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted: Medicare is used for short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay allows direct payment for care. Jerrolyn Montgomery-Smalls serves as administrator, and Nhc Healthcare/Rock Hill operates the community.

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Overview of Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community

Situated upon 44 acres of tranquil woods in the greater Columbia area, Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community’s open arms welcome all who seek an active independent living home to make the most of their golden years. A range of cozy apartments and free-standing cottages are available, coupled with a staff of well-trained nurses that provide individualized care upon request, making for a safe environment, conducive to relaxation. Still Hopes offers a Wellness Center, Solutions for Living at Home services such as cooking, cleaning, and even healthcare, and rehabilitation plans, for a holistic approach to daily physical and mental rejuvenation. Learn to love your artistic side, discover musical talent you never knew you had, or work on your backhand on the golf course; there’s no shortage of activities you can finally make time for all while your basic necessities are covered.

Should you want to venture out ever so often, Still Hopes is an independent living home that’s not only peaceful but accessible; around seven minutes away is the center of downtown Columbia with every manner of establishment well-within reach.

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Overview of Brookdale Anderson

Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Brookdale Anderson is a luxury senior living community in Anderson, South Carolina, offering independent living and assisted living on one campus. The community provides elegant accommodations, restaurant-style dining, and opportunities to live a worry-free retirement filled with adventures. Residents enjoy spacious and comfortable apartments, thoughtful amenities, and quality care that allows aging in place, with 24/7 emergency staff available.

Brookdale Anderson’s dining program offers healthy and delicious menu choices, with resident feedback and favorite recipes incorporated. The community supports residents in pursuing their interests, hobbies, and passions, with activities like game nights, bingo, happy hours, exercise classes, and more. Independent living residents trade home ownership worries for the comforts of home and opportunities to socialize, while assisted living provides redefined independence through services like medication management and housekeeping, with collaborative care partnerships supporting wellness.

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Overview of North Haven Residential Care Home

Burrowed in the serene community of Leslie Street, North Charleston, SC, North Haven Residential Care Home is a remarkable senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. The community features physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, music therapy, and pet therapy, alongside, round-the-clock care and assistance to ensure that its residents’ needs are taken care of.

Moreover, North Haven Residential Care Home ensures comfortable and safe residences. North Haven Residential Care Home promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, providing social and recreational activities and programs. Residents enjoy home-cooked meals prepared based on their dietary needs and preferences. The community provides outdoor trips and transportation services for the seniors’ convenience.

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Overview of Harmony at Columbia

Administered by Cathy Cassanova, Harmony at Columbia is a 110-bed assisted living community on Clemson Road in Columbia, South Carolina. Operated by Columbia Al Operations Llc and established four years ago, it offers occupants flexibility in housing with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans to fit different preferences and needs.

The home’s neighborhood has a Walk Score of 36, meaning a few errands are walkable, with most trips needing a car. This suburban setting can suit residents and families wanting a calmer environment over busier commercial areas. As an assisted living community, the facility is tailored to support older adults needing help with everyday activities like meals, medication management, bathing, and dressing, while encouraging as much independence as possible. Such home types typically pair daily personal care with a residential feel, which lots of families find more personal and less institutional than larger communities.

For families contemplating Harmony at Columbia, personally visiting is the best way to know the community’s daily culture, see available units, meet the team, and get a feel of whether it correctly fits a loved one.

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Life Care Center of Charleston

2600 Elms Plantation Blvd, North Charleston, SC 29406
Overview of Life Care Center of Charleston

Life Care Center of Charleston offers easy access to the vibrant metropolitan area in North Charleston, South Carolina. The facility prides itself on cultivating a homelike environment, ensuring a comfortable and nurturing atmosphere for residents and patients alike. Here, the primary focus centers on providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, all underpinned by 24-hour skilled nursing care.

Inside, a dedicated team of in-house rehabilitation and nursing professionals collaborates to construct individualized care plans, emphasizing aligning with the unique goals and aspirations of each resident and patient, thus fostering a journey to recovery that is both effective and uplifting. Positioned less than a mile from Trident Medical Center, this nursing home is an ideal choice for those needing short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, or post-operative recovery.

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Overview of The Bridge at Charleston

The Bridge at Charleston is an assisted living community in Charleston, South Carolina, where residents can get help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication while continuing to live in their own apartment. The community has 100 beds.

Studio apartments place the living and sleeping areas in one private unit, while one-bedroom apartments offer a separate bedroom. Pets are allowed, so this may be a good fit for someone who needs assisted living support but does not want to give up an animal companion. Katheryn G. Daugherty is the administrator, and Charleston Retirement Investors operates the community.

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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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Senior Communities in South Carolina at a glance

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 Senior Communities in South Carolina

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 378 senior communities in South Carolina. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community 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 senior communities 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.