Page 19 of Best Senior Communities in South Carolina

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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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.
Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Columbia (Seven Oaks)
-Yes
57
Facility 57
SC AVG 34
Rank #22 / 221
Studio-
Park Pointe Village
SC
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Rock Hill
20
Facility 20
SC AVG 90
Rank #299 / 304
Yes
7
Facility 7
SC AVG 34
Rank #201 / 221
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Spring Oak Lexington
SC
AL
MC
Lexington
90
Facility 90
SC AVG 90
Rank #130 / 304
Yes
22
Facility 22
SC AVG 34
Rank #154 / 221
--
Comfort Keepers
SC
HC
MC
RC
North Augusta (Fairview Gardens)
-Yes
65
Facility 65
SC AVG 34
Rank #10 / 221
-A+
Inspire Sandhill
SC
IL
Columbia
-Yes
57
Facility 57
SC AVG 34
Rank #22 / 221
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
TerraBella Myrtle Beach
SC
HC
IL
Myrtle Beach (Saint James Square)
-Yes
52
Facility 52
SC AVG 34
Rank #39 / 221
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Nhc Healthcare Laurens
SC
HC
HOS
NH
SNF
Ext Laurens
176
Facility 176
SC AVG 90
Rank #10 / 304
No--A+
Seven Oaks Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Columbia
108
Facility 108
SC AVG 90
Rank #96 / 304
No---
Dayspring Assisted Living of Johns Island
SC
AL
MC
Johns Island
24
Facility 24
SC AVG 90
Rank #295 / 304
No
2
Facility 2
SC AVG 34
Rank #219 / 221
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
NHC HealthCare Charleston
SC
HC
HOS
NH
SNF
Charleston (Greenwood Park)
-No
53
Facility 53
SC AVG 34
Rank #35 / 221
Shared Rooms-

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Overview of Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina

Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina in Seven Oaks emphasizes enriching and empowering its seniors’ lives. With an emphasis on short-term and outpatient nursing, management and staff offer best-in-class service when attending to any resident’s needs. The home helps residents thrive, reach their fullest potential, and cultivate holistic wellness. The Presbyterian guarantees unparalleled, luxurious care in a hotel-like community.

All residents receive essential services such as concierge, scheduled transportation, housekeeping, linen services, and housekeeping. One of its specialties is rehabilitation services, focusing on occupational, speech, and physical; 24/7 nursing care, health and wellness activities, therapy coverage, personalized care programs, and routine check-ups– among many others.

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Overview of Park Pointe Village

Operated by Acts Retirement-Life Communities Inc, Park Pointe Village is a nursing home in Rock Hill, South Carolina. It offers skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, independent living, hospice, and palliative care. Marie Lunow serves as the administrator. Residents live in private suites and have cable TV and emergency call systems, with staff available around the clock.

The two-story community has 20 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. It currently has an occupancy rate of 82%. Residents stay an average of 99 days, reflecting a strong focus on short-term rehabilitation. The community accepts Medicare and private pay, giving families more than one way to cover the cost of care.

Rehabilitation services include physical, occupational, and speech therapy for residents recovering from neurological conditions, joint replacement, orthopaedic surgery, or arthritis-related mobility challenges. Residents receive an average of about 5 hours and 12 minutes of nursing care each day. This includes roughly 55 minutes provided by registered nurses.

A dedicated memory care program is available for residents who need specialised support. Fitness and recreation programmes, transportation services, and a pet-friendly policy are also part of daily life. The neighbourhood has a Walk Score of 7. It’s a car-dependent area where most errands and outings require a vehicle.

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Spring Oak Lexington

5422 Augusta Rd, Lexington, SC 29072
Overview of Spring Oak Lexington

Spring Oak Lexington is a blissful senior living community located in a quiet neighborhood in Lexington, SC, offering various living options including assisted living, memory care, and short-term stay. Providing a comfortable and safe residence for seniors, the community includes 24-hour assistance from a team of skilled and dedicated professionals. A place where seniors may rest and keep their family’s minds at peace, Spring Oak Lexington Senior Living ensures the happiness and wellness of its residents.

Fostering meaningful connections among its residents, the community conducts enrichment activities and outings. Spring Oak Lexington values the independence and dignity of the residents, providing them with care tailored to their needs. With its eye-pleasing and spacious residences, the community offers care like no other in a family-like environment.

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Overview of Comfort Keepers

Janet Baumgardner manages Comfort Keepers, a home care agency that has provided in-home senior support throughout North Augusta, South Carolina, for 25 years. The agency’s administrative office sits in the Fairview Gardens neighborhood, which has a walkability score of 65 out of 100. Care is delivered directly inside the comfort of each client’s private house, so the office location serves primarily as the corporate base for coordinating staff schedules.

The day-to-day services include personal grooming assistance, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and local transportation. The field team consists of licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants who handle ongoing health monitoring, specialized memory care, and temporary respite relief. They also offer dedicated programming for veterans and coordinate home-safe activities like table games and light exercise. The business holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.

Families seeking home-based care options can contact the intake coordinator to discuss scheduling a home safety assessment. A phone consultation is a helpful first step to review the availability of care hours, match with a compatible caregiver, and get an outline of the hourly service rates.

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Overview of Inspire Sandhill

Nestled in the picturesque city of Columbia, South Carolina, Inspire Sandhill by Liberty Senior Living offers an exquisite living experience tailored to your desired lifestyle. Whether you are enjoying retirement or seeking a maintenance-free housing option, Inspire Sandhill provides an array of luxurious features and amenities for your comfort and convenience.

Embrace a life free from the responsibilities of traditional homeownership at Inspire Sandhill. Thoughtfully curated in-home features and community amenities have been specifically designed to cater to our active adult residents aged 55 and over. Take advantage of the outdoor putting green, let your creativity run wild at the art center, stay fit at the on-site fitness center guided by a trainer, cool off in the swimming pool, or pamper yourself at the on-site salon and barber shop. Their concierge services further enhance your experience, granting you more time to indulge in the activities you cherish most.

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TerraBella Myrtle Beach

3736 Robert M Grissom Pkwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Overview of TerraBella Myrtle Beach

TerraBella Myrtle Beach is a stunning sanctuary that boasts exquisite surroundings. Life in this community is enhanced by the unwavering support of its professional care staff, offering an intimate and home-like atmosphere for an independent lifestyle. TerraBella Myrtle Beach undoubtedly delivers world-class hospitality as shown by their strong online reviews and reputation of care and service.

This community provides exclusive programs, such as the Sensations for an exceptional dining experience, the Celebrations for fun-filled programs and educational activities, and the Dimensions that focus on the health and wellness of its residents. Supportive services are also provided for its residents; its specialized healthcare program focuses on therapy programs (speech, occupational, physical) and hospice services.

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Overview of Nhc Healthcare Laurens

Located in the Laurens area of South Carolina, Nhc Healthcare Laurens is a skilled nursing home operated by NHC Healthcare/Laurens LLC under the administration of Rickie L. Families can choose from Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to arrange care for both short-term rehabilitation and ongoing nursing support. With 176 beds and an occupancy rate of 86%, it is a substantial community that can accommodate new admissions.

The home focuses on rehabilitation and short-term recovery. Dedicated rehabilitation services, respite care, and specialized short-term rehabilitation programs are available for residents recovering from surgery, illness, or a hospital stay.

Residents stay an average of 106 days. The population here is mostly on post-acute recovery, along with some longer-term placements. The facility has been operating for 26 years, so it has established continuity in the local area.

Staffing support is provided across the clinical spectrum. Total nurse staffing averages 4 hours per resident each day. Residents are supported by registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses. The level of hands-on support meets the medical needs of residents in a skilled nursing setting. The home also offers home care and hospice services to provide additional support for families managing complex care transitions.

Residents have access to amenities for both comfort and quality of life. These include high-speed wireless internet, cable television in their rooms, housekeeping and laundry services, and an on-site beauty and barber shop. In the dining room, meals are prepared by a chef and reviewed by a dietitian to meet individual nutritional needs. Residents can access an outdoor relaxation area and a daily activities and entertainment program to stay engaged.

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Overview of Seven Oaks Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Seven Oaks Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a 108-bed nursing home in Columbia, South Carolina, providing a broad range of post-acute, rehabilitative, and long-term care. Operated by St Andrews Operator LLC and administered by Susan Strauss, the community is CMS certified. Care programs include sub-acute care, memory care, rehabilitation therapy, hospice and palliative services, pulmonary care, IV therapy, cardiac care, orthopedic rehabilitation, stroke and neurological recovery, respite care, and 24-hour nursing support.

The range of clinical services is one of the community’s strongest distinguishing characteristics. The combination of pulmonary care, cardiac support, neurological recovery, IV therapy, orthopedic rehabilitation, and sub-acute care allows the community to manage medically complex recovery cases after hospitalization or surgery. Through hospice and palliative care services, residents can stay even during advanced illness or end-of-life transitions, potentially reducing the need for disruptive transfers. Memory care, rehabilitation therapy, and respite care programs are also available.

Located in Columbia, the community serves residents throughout the state capital region, including surrounding portions of Richland and Lexington counties. Its location within a larger metropolitan healthcare network also provides convenient access to hospitals, specialists, and additional medical resources when needed.

Seven Oaks Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a great option for older adults in the Columbia area who require advanced post-acute rehabilitation, skilled nursing support, memory care, or long-term medical management, particularly those recovering from various medical conditions and in need of end-of-life care.

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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 Nhc HealthCare Charleston

Nhc HealthCare Charleston is a single-story nursing home on Ashley Crossing Drive in Charleston, South Carolina. The community has shared room accommodations. It’s situated in a moderately walkable neighborhood, so some daily errands are within walking distance.

Daily nurse staffing averages 56 minutes of registered nurse time per resident each day, along with 2 hours and 43 minutes of nurse aide care and 1 hour and 37 minutes of licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse support. The staffing structure is able to provide consistent hands-on care throughout each day.

Families considering this community should take a tour to see the shared room options and daily operations firsthand.

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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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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.