Page 18 of Best Senior Communities in South Carolina

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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. 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.
Saluda Nursing Center
SC
NH
SNF
Saluda
176No--
Cheraw Post Acute
SC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Cheraw
120No--
Oakbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center
SC
NH
SNF
Summerville
88No--
Dayspring Assisted Living of Johns Island
SC
AL
MC
Johns Island
24No 2 Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
HarborChase of Riverwalk
SC
AL
MC
Rock Hill
97No 20 -
TerraBella Marchbanks
SC
AL
MC
Anderson
60Yes 39 -
The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare
SC
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Chapin
176No--
Savannah Grace
SC
AL
Mt Pleasant (Point Pleasant)
16No 57 -
Atria Forest Lake
SC
AL
MC
Columbia
-Yes 65 Private Rooms
Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes
SC
IL
Charleston (West Ashley)
-Yes 71 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Overview of Saluda Nursing Center

Saluda Nursing Center is a nursing home and skilled nursing facility in Saluda, SC, with 176 beds and an 86% occupancy rate. Some beds are unoccupied, although availability can change as residents move in or out. Twenty-four-hour staffing supports nursing home care and skilled nursing, so residents have staff support throughout the day and night.

Short-term rehabilitation includes physical and occupational therapy for time-limited recovery, while outpatient therapy serves people who receive therapy without an overnight stay. Total nurse staffing is 4h 37m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid and private pay are accepted, giving families options that include Medicare for eligible short-term skilled care, Medicaid for qualifying long-term needs and direct private payment. Saluda County operates the center, James H. Mack serves as administrator, and the community opened in 1968. Saluda Nursing Center may be a good fit for a resident who needs continuous nursing support or short-term rehabilitation.

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Overview of Cheraw Post Acute

Cheraw Post Acute provides nursing home care, skilled nursing, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Cheraw, SC. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide clinical care for residents who need ongoing support, while hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom management for people with serious illness. Respite care offers a short term stay when a usual caregiver needs time away or time to recover. The home has 120 beds, with 94% occupied.

Rehabilitation services can support recovery or help a resident maintain function as part of their care. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 37 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families payment paths for eligible care. Chrystal Hayes serves as the administrator, and 400 Moffat Opco operates the community. The combination of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, hospice, palliative, and respite care may suit a resident who needs clinical support, comfort focused services, recovery assistance, or a temporary stay.

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Overview of Oakbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center

Oakbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Summerville, SC, offering skilled nursing. Licensed nurses provide care on site around the clock, while rehabilitation services support residents who need help regaining or maintaining function. The center may be a good fit for a resident who needs both nursing care and rehabilitation in the same setting.

The center has 88 beds and a 94% occupancy rate. Most of the beds are filled, so availability can change. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 18 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time associated with each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for care. Rusty Flathmann serves as administrator, and Oakbrook Health Care operates the community.

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Overview of Dayspring Assisted Living of Johns Island

Set in a peaceful area in Johns Island, SC, Dayspring Assisted Living of Johns Island is a close-knit senior living community that offers compassionate assisted living. Residents live confidently and comfortably knowing that their needs are being met with access to services like diabetic care, incontinence care, ancillary services, and non-ambulatory care. The community makes sure residents thrive with private and well-built residences and a dedicated team on standby to accommodate residents’ unique needs and emergencies.

With a plethora of engaging, stimulating, and entertaining activities both on-site and off-site, residents are guaranteed to enjoy plenty of opportunities to make new connections, get back to their old hobbies, or make new meaningful experiences. Delicious and nutritious meals are also offered to save residents from the trouble and hassle of cooking their own meals. A variety of inviting and cozy indoor common areas are also available to provide residents with a relaxing space for doing the things they love.

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Overview of HarborChase of Riverwalk

Located in the heart of Rock Hill, South Carolina, HarborChase of Riverwalk is a community where assisted living and memory care services seamlessly blend within a warm and compassionate environment. In this welcoming haven, cherished relationships take precedence, and residents discover a supportive sanctuary where their well-being is the highest priority.

Explore this picturesque neighborhood, where the commitment to residents’ welfare isn’t just a promise but an integral way of life. This assisted living community prides itself on convenient amenities and specialized care programs meticulously designed to provide exceptional support to residents and their families. HarborChase of Riverwalk is a community where seniors thrive, forge meaningful connections, and relish a personalized and engaging senior living experience.

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TerraBella Marchbanks

2203 Marchbanks Ave, Anderson, SC 29621
Overview of TerraBella Marchbanks

Set in the vibrant community of Anderson, SC, TerraBella Marchbanks is an outstanding senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Offering round-the-clock professional care to its assisted living residents and person-centered care and support to residents dealing with memory loss, the community ensures that seniors’ needs are met wherever they are in their stages of retirement. With the residents’ welfare and comfort in mind, the community offers thoughtfully designed apartments equipped with safety features, individual climate controls, and plenty of storage space.

Committed to delivering an all-encompassing senior living experience, TerraBella Marchbanks conducts fun and engaging activities and offers comprehensive on-site speech, occupational, and physical therapies. Here, residents have plenty of opportunities to do the things they love or explore new interests with a broad range of amenities designed to maintain residents’ wellness and engagement. Residents enjoy access to daily housekeeping services, transportation assistance, delicious meals, professional salon services, and beautiful common areas.

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Overview of The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare

The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Chapin, SC. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Independent living supports private living with community services and no daily care, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The combination of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, since the community can support changing care needs without requiring a move to another community.

Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care. The Rehabilitation & Nursing program includes rehabilitation services, giving residents access to recovery focused care through the community’s programs. The community has 176 beds. Amanda Knowles serves as administrator, and Lutheran Homes Of South Carolina operates the community.

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Savannah Grace

1010 Lake Hunter Cir, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Overview of Savannah Grace

Savannah Grace is an assisted living community in Mt Pleasant, SC. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment.

The community has 16 beds, which may suit someone who prefers a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. Savannah Grace is in the Point Pleasant neighborhood and has a Walk Score of 57, meaning the area is somewhat walkable and some errands can be done on foot.

A resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently, while other errands may require a car or ride. Allison Dolan serves as the administrator, and Snh Se Sg Tenant operates the community.

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Overview of Atria Forest Lake

Atria Forest Lake offers assisted living and memory care in Columbia, SC. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Because both care levels are available, Atria Forest Lake may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the community rather than move to a different setting. Private rooms give residents an individual room instead of a shared sleeping space, and pets are allowed for residents who want to bring a pet with them.

The community has a Walk Score of 65 out of 100, meaning the area is somewhat walkable and some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to walk for some errands, while other trips may require a car or ride.

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Overview of Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

Overture West Ashley is a 55+ adult community that offers the best balance of urban living and assistance with everyday tasks. Offering a range of opportunities tailor-fit for its residents, seniors can surely feel inspired to create a better life with the continuum of care provided. Daily chores are left to the staff as residents are encouraged to live a hassle-free lifestyle. Overture West Ashley is an elegant senior living home that aims to enhance and enrich the lives of its residents.

In order to keep the residents active and allow them to maintain a healthy lifestyle, the staff plans engaging activities and programs– recreational activities, fitness activities, and entertainment programs in the library, media room, or social areas.

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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.