Page 14 of Best Senior Communities in South Carolina

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 359 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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Avg Walk Score: 34/ 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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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. 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.
Oaks at Greenwood
SC
AL
MC
RC
Greenwood
49
Facility 49
SC AVG 90
Rank #259 / 304
No
28
Facility 28
SC AVG 34
Rank #135 / 221
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Anderson Oaks Assisted Living
SC
AL
MC
RC
Conway
80
Facility 80
SC AVG 90
Rank #165 / 304
No
6
Facility 6
SC AVG 34
Rank #205 / 221
Studio / 1 Bed-
The Pines at Florence Assisted Living & Memory Care
SC
AL
MC
RC
Florence
82
Facility 82
SC AVG 90
Rank #161 / 304
Yes
4
Facility 4
SC AVG 34
Rank #211 / 221
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Veterans Victory House
SC
NH
SNF
Walterboro
220
Facility 220
SC AVG 90
Rank #3 / 304
No---
Sprenger Healthcare of Bluffton
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Okatie
60
Facility 60
SC AVG 90
Rank #206 / 304
No---
Wesley Commons
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Greenwood (Parkwood)
80
Facility 80
SC AVG 90
Rank #165 / 304
No--A+
Wellmore of Daniel Island
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Charleston (Daniel Island)
174
Facility 174
SC AVG 90
Rank #16 / 304
Yes
12
Facility 12
SC AVG 34
Rank #183 / 221
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Cheraw Post Acute
SC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Cheraw
120
Facility 120
SC AVG 90
Rank #62 / 304
No---
Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare
SC
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Columbia
80
Facility 80
SC AVG 90
Rank #165 / 304
No--A+
Cabading Residential
SC
AL
North Charleston
25
Facility 25
SC AVG 90
Rank #293 / 304
Yes
61
Facility 61
SC AVG 34
Rank #15 / 221
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Overview of Oaks at Greenwood

Embrace vibrant living with compassionate support at Oaks at Greenwood in Greenwood, SC, an excellent senior living community offering assisted living and respite care. Residents can choose from a variety of floor plans, including a studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments they can customize with their favorite furniture and treasured mementos. Offering

24-hour personal assistance, an emergency system, and a maintenance team available anytime, the community guarantees residents a lifestyle free of maintenance worries and filled with plenty of opportunities to do new things. At Oaks at Greenwood, residents enjoy every minute with services that support their ideal senior lifestyle. From a full calendar of activities to various amenities, there’s plenty to do to stay engaged and active. Residents enjoy physical therapy on-site, pharmacy services, salon services, and an enriched and meaningful dining experience featuring carefully-prepared meals. At Oaks at Greenwood, there’s plenty of ways to enjoy every minute of your retirement experience.

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Overview of Anderson Oaks Assisted Living

Proud to be the only locally owned non-profit assisted living community in the area, Anderson Oaks Assisted Living is truly a hidden gem in Conway, SC. The community offers a range of services, including assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Beautifully appointed accommodations ranging from studio apartments to one-bedroom suite apartments are available for its residents.

Anderson Oaks Assisted Living is comprised of a team of dedicated and passionate individuals devoted to meeting the individual needs of its residents. The community offers daily activities, including church services and bi-weekly outings, designed to promote physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Meet new companions and create unforgettable memories together. At Anderson Oaks Assisted Living, seniors are guaranteed a safe, engaging, and meaningful stay.

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Overview of The Pines at Florence Assisted Living & Memory Care

The Pines at Florence excels in providing personalized care uniquely designed for individuals’ specific needs. An assisted living and memory care home offers a holistic approach to wellness, with various care options catering to individual needs. Management and staff have done outstanding work providing care for their residents’ growth. The upscale residential senior living home is ideal for an easy and perfect transition into a convenient, well-designed life.

As the premier choice of communities in South Carolina, The Pines lifestyle encourages residents to participate in activities and maximize the amenities to socialize and promote a warm and welcoming environment. Community boasts elegant designs and upscale amenities such as its dining room, brightly-lit lounge areas, spacious apartments, courtyard, and arts and crafts studio.

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Overview of Veterans Victory House

Operated by the South Carolina Department of Veterans Affairs under the administration of Theresa Smelser, Veterans Victory House is a nursing home in Walterboro, South Carolina. The 220-bed facility serves veterans and their families and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. This gives families several options for covering short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care.

The home has an occupancy rate of 86%. Residents stay an average of 604 days, including a mix of people recovering through rehabilitation and those needing ongoing residential care.

Nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 17 minutes per resident each day. This level of staffing supports medical and personal care needs throughout the day. Rehabilitation services are available for veterans recovering from surgery, stroke, illness, or a hospital stay. On-site medical care, nursing services, and rehabilitation therapy help residents access care without needing to go outside of appointments.

Meals are prepared on site, and special diets can be provided based on the physician’s orders. Residents can either eat in their unit or in the cafeteria. Amenities on-site include beauty and barber services, laundry services, transportation, and various recreational and therapeutic activities. These services help support both recovery and everyday quality of life.

Families considering Veterans Victory House will find a government-operated facility with consistent staffing, comprehensive on-site services, and the capacity to support veterans who need rehabilitation or ongoing nursing care.

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Overview of Sprenger Healthcare of Bluffton

Located in Okatie, South Carolina, Sprenger Healthcare of Bluffton is a nursing home in Beaufort County, along the Bluffton–Hilton Head corridor. The community offers skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite services. Sprenger Healthcare of Bluffton, Inc. operates the facility. Janelle Shaw owns it, while Teresa Dixon serves as administrator. Medicare and private pay are accepted, giving families more than one way to cover care.

The 60-bed community is currently near full capacity, with an occupancy rate of 91%. Residents stay an average of about 33 days, a pattern consistent with short-term rehabilitation stays. Total nursing care averages 3 hours and 50 minutes per resident daily. Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides share that coverage. This hands-on staffing supports residents recovering from surgery, a hospital stay, or an acute illness.

Clinical services focus mainly on short-term recovery. On-site therapies, outpatient therapy, and nurse practitioner services support skilled nursing and rehabilitation. State and federal inspections have often focused on pharmacy services and infection control practices. The facility has addressed and corrected those areas over time. Families touring the community can ask how staff manage these processes.

Residents have access to chef-designed menus based on local cuisine, and meals are served in elegant dining rooms with a restaurant-style setting. Rehabilitation therapies, nursing coverage, and dining services support the community’s short-stay recovery role. Longer-term nursing and memory care are also available for residents who need them.

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Overview of Wesley Commons

Wesley Commons is a vibrant community for residents looking to find a community that feels like home. Adults and seniors can feel confident with the relaxing independent living lifestyle they’ll be able to enjoy during their stay, and their families can rest easy knowing that their loved ones are in the best environment to retire. For over 50 years, management has continuously dedicated itself to ensuring an active and enhanced senior lifestyle in one of Greenwood’s trust retirement communities.
Wesley Commons boasts its independent living options: villa-type or cottages-inspired residential housing around the neighborhood. Adults practice a resident-focused care plan that involves a range of fitness programs, scheduled outings, and engaging programs for holistic wellness.

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Overview of Wellmore of Daniel Island

Wellmore of Daniel Island is a dreamlike haven where every retiree can find a home that suits their unique needs and preferences. From assisted living to Alzheimer’s and dementia care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehab, the community takes pride in its ability to offer a full range of care options. Independent living, assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing, the community has it all, making it the perfect choice for those seeking an unparalleled retirement experience. 
The community’s on-site rehab services and heated indoor therapy and classroom aerobic space are ideal for those who want to stay healthy and active. With 11 unique floor plans to choose from, residents can pick the perfect home that fits their lifestyle and preferences. The proximity to the Magnolia Plantation and Gardens adds to the charm of the community, making it a breathtakingly beautiful destination for all. Fine dining options, activity rooms, living rooms, studies, cafe bars, and even a salon and spa are available to ensure that residents have everything they need to thrive.

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Overview of Cheraw Post Acute

Cheraw Post Acute is a 120-bed nursing home providing skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to Chesterfield County in Cheraw, South Carolina. Operated by 400 Moffat Opco Llc under Temple Dyson’s ownership, the facility, administered by Chrystal Hayes, is dedicated to post-acute care and recovery.

Accepted are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, making it accessible to various families. With 85 residents currently occupying 71 percent of its 120 beds, the facility upholds a stable census that mirrors consistent demand for its services. The average stay length is around 284 days, signaling a mix of shorter-term post-acute rehabilitation stays and longer-term nursing care residents. Rehabilitation services form the facility’s core focus, supporting residents’ healing from surgery, hospitalization, or other medical events. Daily nursing care averages 3 hours 38 minutes per resident, with registered nurses providing 32 minutes of direct care daily. Nurse aides contribute 2 hours 13 minutes, while licensed practical nurses and licensed vocational nurses add 41 minutes each day. This staffing structure supports comprehensive daily support for everyday living activities and clinical monitoring.

Cheraw Post Acute serves as a resource for families wanting skilled nursing care with rehabilitation emphasis in Cheraw, offering coverage options through Medicare, Medicaid, and private resources to support quality care access.

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Overview of Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare

Located on Finley Road, Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a continuing care community in Columbia’s Richland County. Lutheran Homes of South Carolina Inc operates the community, while Daniel John Amodio serves as administrator. It offers independent living, assisted living, memory support, rehabilitation, and long-term nursing care under one roof. Residents can move between care levels as their needs change without relocating to another facility.

The 80-bed community has been operating for 18 years. Its current occupancy rate is 86%. Residents stay an average of about 67 days, which is a pattern that reflects post-acute rehabilitation admissions alongside residents receiving ongoing nursing care. Most new residents use private pay, while Medicare covers shorter-term rehabilitation stays. Families have different ways to fund care based on the type of stay.

Nursing coverage is a notable part of daily life. Total nursing care averages 4 hours and 38 minutes per resident daily. Registered nurses provide 40 minutes of that time, and nurse aides contribute close to 3 hours per resident each day. This staffing gives residents regular clinical oversight and hands-on daily assistance.

Rehabilitation is a main focus, with dedicated short-term rehabilitation services alongside general rehabilitation and nursing programs. The community also offers a memory support program and respite care for families needing temporary care.

Residents can gather in the Magnolia Dining Room or one of the private dining rooms. They can spend time in the courtyard gardens or use walking paths beside the property’s protected wetlands. Other amenities include a fitness room, card room, common laundry room, and an on-site beauty and barber salon.

Families touring the community may ask how the memory support and short-term rehabilitation programs are structured because both programs are particular strengths within the community.

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Cabading Residential

2149 Dorchester Rd, North Charleston, SC 29405
Overview of Cabading Residential

A blissful senior living community situated at Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC, Cabading Residential provides assisted living. The community features cozy and warm accommodations, ensuring a comfortable and secure stay. Moreover, Cabading Residential delivers round-the-clock non-medical care and assistance with a kind, compassionate, and well-trained team.

Cabading Residential fosters a vibrant environment, orchestrating activities and programs that seniors may engage with. Catering to the senior’s dietary needs and preferences, the community serves healthy and delicious meals. Amenities include a library and beautiful outdoor spaces for its residents’ relaxation.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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.

  • 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 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 359 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.