Page 31 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
Overview of Wesley Court Assisted Living Community

Licensed as a Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF), Wesley Court Assisted Living Community in Boiling Springs, South Carolina, that serves older adults throughout Spartanburg County’s expanding suburban corridor with assisted living services. Owned by Wesley Court Assisted Living Facility LLC and administered by Keith Aldon Paul, this 70-bed community is also affiliated with the Tutera Senior Living network, a multi-state senior living operator with experience overseeing communities across several regions.

Its affiliation with the Tutera Senior Living organization also provides operational advantages through standardized staff training, established care practices, and broader management infrastructure. Moreover, its location near Spartanburg Medical Center and the broader healthcare network of the I-85 corridor provides convenience for ongoing medical care and specialist access.

Care services include rehabilitation support, respite care, nursing services, and 24-hour staffing coverage, creating a clinically supportive environment outside of a traditional nursing home setting. Chef-prepared meals are served in a restaurant-style atmosphere, while additional amenities include outdoor common spaces, wellness-focused programming, and organized community activities. Operating continuously throughout the week, the community has staff available 24/7.

Wesley Court Assisted Living Community appeals to older adults and families in Boiling Springs, Spartanburg, and surrounding Upstate communities seeking assisted living services with access to rehabilitation and short-term respite support.

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Pines at Hilton Head

35 Beach City Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926-4725
Overview of Pines at Hilton Head

Situated in one of the Southeast’s most desirable resort islands, Pines at Hilton Head is a Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. With a 72-bed capacity, this community is administered by Laura Camper-Dillittle and owned by Pines-Hilton Head LLC.

Services include respite care, with operating hours of Monday through Sunday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. For context, in the Hilton Head Island care market for older adults, nearby skilled nursing communities like the Preston Health Center carry a 5-star CMS rating with 87.5% occupancy and total nursing hours of 7.43 per resident per day, which is among the highest in South Carolina, and operates under The Cypress Club, a well-regarded nonprofit. Life Care Center of Hilton Head is another 5-star rated community featuring independent living, assisted living, and memory care. These skilled nursing peers reflect the broader quality expectations of the Hilton Head Island care market for older adults.

Pines at Hilton Head is best for older adults in Hilton Head Island and Beaufort County seeking assisted living or memory care within the island community, particularly those aiming to remain on Hilton Head rather than relocating to mainland Bluffton or Savannah for care.

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Overview of Palmettos of Bluffton

Located within the growing Lowcountry corridor between Hilton Head Island and the Savannah metro area in Bluffton, South Carolina, Palmettos of Bluffton is a Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) that offers assisted living services. This 88-bed community is administered by Heather Wiegand and owned by Palmettos of Bluffton LLC, an affiliate of NHC Care.

At 88 beds, this location is among the larger CRCF-licensed assisted living communities in the Bluffton market. Its Okatie Highway address also provides access to the broader Bluffton and Hilton Head Island corridor, an area with a rapidly growing population of older adults and increasing demand for local assisted living options.

The NHC Care affiliation also places this community within a larger regional care management organization that operates care providers across the Southeast. This network affiliation can carry advantages in clinical protocols, staff training standards, and operational consistency.

Palmettos of Bluffton is great for older adults in Bluffton and Beaufort County seeking assisted living within a larger community setting affiliated with an established care organization.

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Overview of Nhc Healthcare Parklane

Located on Parklane Road in Columbia, South Carolina, Nhc Healthcare Parklane is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation home operated by NHC Healthcare/Parklane LLC under owner William Birmingham. Families can choose from Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to cover both short-term rehabilitation and ongoing nursing care.

The 180-bed community has 91% occupancy, with 164 residents currently living in the facility. Residents stay an average of 112 days because of the home’s clinical focus on short-term rehabilitation and longer-term care stays.

The facility also has a strong rehabilitation focus. It offers physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as specialized short-term rehabilitation programs and respite care. These services can support residents recovering from surgery, illness, or a hospital stay, and families who need temporary caregiving support. The community also provides home care and hospice services.

The home’s daily staffing is robust. Residents receive an average of 5 hours and 3 minutes of nursing care each day. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses provide care across all shifts. The level of hands-on support helps residents with medical needs and daily activities throughout the day.

Meals are prepared by a chef and reviewed by a dietitian to meet every resident’s nutritional needs. Residents have access to high-speed wireless internet, cable television in every room, housekeeping and laundry services, an on-site beauty and barber shop, daily activities and entertainment, an indoor dining room, and outdoor relaxation areas.

State inspections and surveys reviewed areas such as medication management, clinical documentation, and care delivery practices. The facility has been working on these areas to comply consistently.

Families seeking intensive rehabilitation support, strong nursing staffing, and comprehensive services in the Columbia area should consider Nhc Healthcare Parklane.

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Overview of Powdersville Post Acute

Operated by Easley Community Healthcare LLC under owner Grant Dixon and administered by Jordan Hall, Powdersville Post Acute is a nursing home in Easley, South Carolina. The 60-bed facility focuses on post-acute rehabilitation and serves residents recovering from surgery, illness, or a hospital stay. Residents stay an average of 40 days because of the home’s role as a transitional care setting. It helps residents regain strength and independence before returning home or moving to longer-term care.

The home has an occupancy rate of 91%, reflecting steady demand for its services. Families can pay through Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to cover short-term rehabilitation stays.

Nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 22 minutes of nursing care each day. Registered nurses provide 25 minutes of daily care, nurse aides contribute 1 hour and 40 minutes, and LPN/LVN staff provide 1 hour and 13 minutes. This combination of licensed and certified nursing personnel supports the hands-on care and rehabilitation services that defines the facility’s mission.

Families considering Powdersville Post Acute for a loved one’s recovery should take a tour of the facility’s recovery setup and discuss the rehabilitation programs available for their family member’s specific condition.

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Overview of Maples of Honea Path

Operated by Maple Manor Inc., Maples of Honea Path is a Community Residential Care Community (CRCF) in Honea Path, South Carolina, that provides independent living, assisted living, and 24-hour nursing support in a close-knit, small-town environment. Located on Wildwood Drive in Anderson County, the community is administered by Mark N. Willis. With 74 licensed beds, it is considered one of the larger residential care communities in its immediate area and ranks among the mid-sized CRCFs in South Carolina.

One of the community’s distinguishing characteristics is its staffing structure, which consists of licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants who provide continuous 24-hour coverage. This level of clinical oversight is an important consideration for families whose loved ones may require ongoing health monitoring or more consistent daily support, since not all assisted living or independent living communities in the state provide this degree of around-the-clock clinical staffing.

Three daily meals are provided, while snacks and beverages are available upon request. With a focus on comfort, familiarity, and personalized attention, the community maintains a family-oriented atmosphere in a smaller-town setting.

Maples of Honea Path offers families in Upstate South Carolina, particularly those in the Honea Path, Greenwood, and Anderson County areas, a licensed and locally established senior living community with independent living, assisted living, and nursing support services. Its size, staffing resources, and resident-centered culture also create an environment designed to balance supportive care with a more personal and community-focused living experience.

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Overview of Foothills Assisted Living

Serving older adults throughout Oconee County and the surrounding Blue Ridge foothills region, Foothills Assisted Living is a Community Residential Care Facility in West Union, South Carolina, that offers assisted living and memory care. Owned by Cite Health Management Services Inc. and administered by Kymberly Nichols, the community operates with a 76-bed capacity. Its affiliation with a regional healthcare management organization also provides additional operational and clinical oversight in an area where specialized senior care resources are comparatively limited.

Rehabilitation support, licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants on staff, and 24-hour care coverage are offered, which is valuable in a rural setting where access to healthcare services and therapy programs is more limited outside of residential care communities. Memory care support is also available for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Programming also focuses primarily on accommodations, assistance with daily living, and healthcare support rather than resort-style amenities or lifestyle-centered offerings. Its location also offers a more rural and nature-oriented setting while still providing structured care and nursing availability.

Prioritizing healthcare staffing, access to rehabilitation, and practical support services over luxury amenities, Foothills Assisted Living is a strong fit for older adults in West Union, Walhalla, Westminster, and nearby Oconee County who require assisted living support, memory care services, or access to rehabilitation within a clinically focused environment.

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Overview of Covenant Place

Featuring a moderately-sized residential setting, Covenant Place is a Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) in Sumter, South Carolina, that offers assisted living, independent living, respite care, and rehabilitation services. Owned by Sumter Opco LLC and administered by Prinscillia Sumter, the community is licensed with 70 beds.

Licensed nurses and CNAs on staff, 24-hour staffing, rehabilitation services, and respite care are offered, covering a broader service range than many CRCF communities of similar size. Private or semi-private accommodations are also available, along with social activities. The combination of independent living, assisted living, and respite care makes this community one of the more flexible care-model options in the Sumter market.

With a wide range of care options provided in a residential, community-focused setting, Covenant Place is best suited for older adults in Sumter County seeking assisted living or independent living with licensed nursing support and rehabilitation access.

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Overview of Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff

Serving residents throughout Spartanburg County and the surrounding Upstate region, Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff is a Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) in Woodruff, South Carolina, that offers assisted living and memory care. Licensed with 60 beds, this community is owned and operated by Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff and administered by Amie Shank. Its moderate size supports a more personalized living environment while still providing opportunities for social interaction and structured engagement among residents.

Staffing includes licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants with 24-hour coverage, providing an added level of continuity and oversight for families evaluating safety and care quality. Rehabilitation services are also available on-site, along with dining services and health and wellness programming. The combination of memory care specialization, rehabilitation availability, and around-the-clock clinical staffing provides meaningful support for residents transitioning into higher levels of care.

With convenient access to the broader Spartanburg metropolitan area, the community maintains a quieter residential atmosphere that appeals to families seeking a more community-oriented environment.

Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff is an ideal option for older adults seeking assistance with daily living activities or structured memory care support within a moderately sized residential community that focuses on personalized attention, clinical oversight, and a comfortable Upstate South Carolina setting.

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Overview of Forest Lake Manor

Providing assisted living and memory care, Forest Lake Manor is a Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) in Columbia, South Carolina, with 60 licensed beds. Administered by Doretha L. Dennis with the ownership of Forest Lake Manor LLC, the community is dedicated to individuals requiring help with daily living as well as those experiencing cognitive decline.

24-hour staffing and emergency response systems are also provided, along with dining services that include three restaurant-style meals daily. Notably, communal dining or in-room meal service is available, which benefits residents who prefer greater privacy or who have mobility limitations that make dining room participation more difficult.

Located in Columbia’s established Forest Acres area, the community benefits from proximity to medical providers, shopping, and broader healthcare resources throughout the Columbia metropolitan region. The neighborhood setting also appeals to families seeking a more residential atmosphere while still maintaining access to urban services and healthcare infrastructure.

With dedicated memory care services, flexible dining accommodations, and a neighborhood location, Forest Lake Manor may be a good fit for older adults in Columbia and the Midlands region seeking assisted living or memory care support within a community-oriented residential setting.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    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.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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.

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  • 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.