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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. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. 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.
Medical Services of America (MSA) – Greenwood
SC
HC
HOS
SNF
Greenwood
-No 44
We Care Home Care
SC
HC
Conway
-No 58
Elite Home Care and Day Center
SC
ADC
HC
RC
Greenwood
-No 64
English Meadows Carolina Bay Campus
SC
AL
MC
RC
Hartsville
60No-
Iva Post Acute
SC
NH
SNF
Iva
60No-
Forest View Manor Retirement Center
SC
AL
Mccormick
40No-
Springtree Manor
SC
AL
NH
SNF
Columbia
52No-
Dayspring Assisted Living of Hollywood
SC
AL
Hollywood
-No-
Preston Health Center
SC
MC
NH
SNF
Hilton Head Island
77No-
Musc Health Mullins Nursing Center
SC
NH
PC
Mullins
92No-
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Overview of Medical Services of America (msa) – Greenwood

With a skilled team comprising physicians, nurses, social workers, and dedicated home health aides, Medical Services of America (MSA) is a source of comfort and support during life’s most challenging moments. Their commitment to enhancing the quality of life for individuals facing terminal illnesses is evident in every interaction, offering comfort not only to patients but also to their families.

Their focus extends beyond medical treatment. Their caregivers understand the profound emotional journey of those dealing with terminal illnesses, providing not just medications for symptom management, but also a caring touch that resonates with genuine compassion. In Greenwood, their clinicians set high professional standards, embracing a community-oriented approach that ensures comprehensive care and unwavering support for patients and their families.

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We Care Home Care

1204 3Rd Ave, Conway, SC 29526
Overview of We Care Home Care

We Care Home Care is a compassionate, client-centered home care provider dedicated to supporting individuals in the comfort and dignity of their own homes. We offer personalized non-medical care services designed to enhance quality of life, promote independence, and provide peace of mind to families. Our trained and reliable caregivers assist with daily living activities, companionship, personal care, and household support, always delivering care with respect, empathy, and professionalism. At We Care Home Care, we believe every client deserves attentive, dependable care tailored to their unique needs—because caring is at the heart of everything we do.

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Overview of Elite Home Care and Day Center

Elite Home Care and Day Center is a resident-supportive senior care provider that offers in-home care,  daily care, and transportation needs for seniors in Greenwood and neighboring towns. The staff who deliver quality care services understand that aging can be daunting, so they are dedicated to delivering a person-centered approach to holistic wellness by providing the elderly with the best care possible.
Elite Home Services empathizes and emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning and wellness; residents are encouraged to be engaged and enriched with recreational activities, socialization, and wellness plans. Medical professionals involved are ready to provide for those who seek and speak with them regardless of grief or greed.

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Overview of English Meadows Carolina Bay Campus

Respite care, assisted living, and memory care are the three named care types at English Meadows Carolina Bay Campus in Hartsville, SC. Bathing, dressing, and medication administration all come under assisted living. Memory care means a secure setting with supervision for somebody at risk of wandering. Respite is the short stay a resident takes while the usual caregiver has to travel or recover.

The licensed count is 60 beds, and rates are listed by layout. A studio runs $4,995, the two one-bedroom plans $5,595 and $6,195, and a semi-private or two-bedroom $7,195.

Susan Ka-Ran Howle is named as administrator, and Pine Tree Hill Al LLC operates the community. Having both the assisted living and the memory care levels here mean growing needs don’t send a resident to a different community.

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Overview of Iva Post Acute

Iva Post Acute, situated in Iva, South Carolina, focuses on skilled nursing, long-term residential care, and short-term post-surgical rehabilitation. Clinical staff manage individual care plans designed around each resident’s personal recovery needs, supporting both temporary rehabilitation and ongoing daily living assistance.

Operating as a 60-bed facility, the community is run by operator Iva Skilled Nursing and administrator Lydia M. Miller. Daily nursing time averages 2 hours and 58 minutes per resident. Payment methods accepted include Medicare, Medicaid, and private funding options.

Older adults and their loved ones can reach out to Iva Post Acute directly to discuss current room availability, tour the grounds, or explore specific care planning options.

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Overview of Forest View Manor Retirement Center

Located in McCormick, SC, Forest View Manor Retirement Center provides assisted living within a 40-bed setting. Residents receive assistance with daily tasks, including bathing and medication management. Licensed nurses and CNAs are also available on-site, along with 24-hour staffing, ensuring residents have access to services whenever needed.

Additionally, respite stays provide short-term care when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while short-term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery period. Transportation to doctor visits and outings gives residents arranged rides for those destinations, and an on-site beauty shop with salon services provides access to beauty appointments.

Home-cooked meals are prepared and served daily, so residents have meals made for them without needing to prepare them themselves. Housekeeping and laundry services also help with residents’ household tasks. Moreover, activities and outings provide residents with entertainment options. Leslie Annette Nixon serves as administrator, and Hillside operates the community.

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Springtree Manor

251 Springtree Dr, Columbia, SC 29223-7989
Overview of Springtree Manor

Located in Columbia, SC, Springtree Manor offers assisted living, nursing home, and skilled nursing care in a 52-bed community administered by Lisa K. Ash. The community provides continuous clinical support for those who require it. With 24-hour staffing, residents receive care and support whenever needed.

Residents can use the on-site salon and spend time in the outdoor courtyard. Moreover, restaurant-style meals are served in the dining hall or in a resident’s room, so residents can dine communally or privately. Housekeeping and laundry are also provided for convenience, while social events and activities provide opportunities for engagement and entertainment.

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Overview of Dayspring Assisted Living of Hollywood

Discover a comfortable retirement environment at Dayspring Assisted Living of Hollywood, a classic senior living community, located in a quiet area in Hollywood, SC, that offers excellent assisted living and memory care services. Residents live comfortably in thoughtfully designed accommodations with wheelchair accessible showers for residents with mobility needs. From medication management to specialized care services, such as diabetic care and memory care, residents are guaranteed to receive the care they need to continue living the lifestyle they want.

Residents are presented with plenty of opportunities to live their lives vibrantly and fully with a broad range of regularly conducted activities both within and outside the community. The community makes sure residents never get bored by providing them access to inviting indoor and outdoor common areas that fosters relaxation and making meaningful communications. With complimentary transportation, residents are able to get to their appointments and destinations safely and comfortably without any inconvenience.

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Preston Health Center

87 Birdsong Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926-1365
Overview of Preston Health Center

Preston Health Center in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, provides nursing home, skilled nursing, and memory care services. Nursing and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing support on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secure setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering.

Short term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery stay. Long term care supports ongoing nursing needs, so Preston Health Center may be a good fit for someone with dementia who also needs skilled nursing support.

The center has 77 beds, with total nurse staffing of 6 hours and 47 minutes per resident per day. That figure represents the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident, which helps families understand the amount of nursing coverage connected to each place in the home. Medicare and private pay are accepted, providing two stated ways to cover care.

Monique Mcrae serves as the administrator, and The Cypress Club operates the community. Private and semi private rooms are available, allowing a resident to live alone or share a room.

The Preston Spa provides supervised bathing, giving residents assistance during that personal care activity. Dining options are prepared by the culinary team at The Cypress, while rehabilitation services and the Short Term Rehab program support residents receiving recovery focused care. The Preston Difference is another specific program at the center.

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Overview of Musc Health Mullins Nursing Center

Musc Health Mullins Nursing Center is a nursing home in Mullins, South Carolina, offering palliative care. Nursing home care provides ongoing nursing support for residents with continuing health and daily care needs, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief.

The community may be a good fit for someone who needs nursing home care and may benefit from comfort-focused support. The center has 92 beds for nursing home residents.

Total nurse staffing is 4h 6m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment methods for care.

Daniel E. Lewis serves as administrator, and the center is operated by Medical University Hospital Authority.

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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.