Page 4 of Best Senior Communities in South Carolina

The license at The Oaks of Orangeburg in Orangeburg, SC, is for nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, and home care. Under nursing home care, licensed nursing is what the designation requires the community to provide. In assisted living, bathing, medication, and dressing, along with other daily tasks, are helped with by staff, while the apartment remains the resident’s.

Independent living keeps the private space and drops the daily care. Home care goes out to the address a person already lives at, rather than requiring someone to move in to receive care.

The daily nursing time figure here is 3 hours and 20 minutes per resident, averaged out over all the 122 beds. The housing comes as suites, and a pet may move in with a resident.

Payment is accepted via private pay, Medicaid, and Medicare.

With four care levels licensed together, a family that anticipates needing more care in the future but is unable to predict when it will be needed has somewhere to start here.

The Meridian at Carolina Lakes offers assisted living, memory care, and nursing care in Indian Land, SC. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident lives in a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while nursing care serves residents who need ongoing nursing support.

Having all three care types in one community suits a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The Meridian at Carolina Lakes has 117 beds, with studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments; the two-bedroom option can accommodate a couple or companion. The community is in the Old Point Station neighborhood, and a Walk Score of 42 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips. Pets are allowed, Mary L. Brakefield serves as the administrator, and Msa Fort Mill Operating operates the community.

The Meridian at Carolina Lakes is an assisted living and memory care community in the Old Point Station neighborhood of Indian Land, South Carolina, about five miles from the city center in Lancaster County. It is operated by Msa Fort Mill Operating LLC and administered by Mary L. Brakefield, and it belongs to the wider Meridian family of senior living communities. Atrium Health Pineville sits roughly eleven miles away, which gives families a nearby reference point for hospital care and specialist appointments.

The community is one of the larger options in the area, with 117 beds across a three story building. Residents choose from studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments, with floor plans ranging from just over 300 square feet up to 868 square feet in the largest layouts. That spread means a resident can pick a compact space or something closer to the footprint of a small apartment, depending on how much room they want and whether a couple is moving in together. Pets are welcome, which matters for anyone who does not want to leave a companion animal behind.

Care is supported around the clock, with 24 hour professional care and supervision along with access to therapy services on site. Because the community offers memory care alongside assisted living, it can serve residents whose needs change over time without requiring a move to a different address. Maintenance services handle the practical upkeep of daily life, so residents are not managing repairs or household chores.

Day to day life leans social, with a calendar of activities and recreational programming, fitness and recreation options, and transportation services for errands and appointments. Dining is served in al fresco and poolside settings, which suits residents who like to eat outdoors when the weather in the Carolinas allows. The surrounding area scores 42 out of 100 for walkability, so a few nearby services are reachable on foot while most trips will involve a car or the community’s transportation. Families touring the community may want to ask how the memory care and assisted living programming work together as needs shift.

TerraBella Thornblade offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Greer, SC. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and the range of care can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 100 beds, with studios, one bedroom residences, and two bedroom residences available. A studio is suited to one resident, while a two bedroom layout can accommodate a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. A Walk Score of 50 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage some nearby errands independently. Kayla Campbell serves as administrator, Greenville Senior Housing I Opco operates the community, and pets are allowed, so residents can keep a pet there.

The Artisan Mount Pleasant offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Mt Pleasant, SC. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since the available options can remain within the same home.

The community has 112 beds and offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. A studio is a single private space, while the larger layouts can suit two people moving together. Residents can swim in the indoor pool, make art in the on site art studio, and use two theaters for community activities. There are several on site dining spaces, including restaurants, a bar and bistro, and a cafe, along with live entertainment and weekly social events that provide scheduled ways to spend time with others.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. Jessica Singletary serves as administrator, and Srg Pleasant Mgmt operates the community. A Walk Score of 40 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. This may be a good fit for someone who wants private or shared residential options, with assisted living or secured memory care available if daily support or supervision becomes necessary.

Overview of Portside at Grande Dunes

Portside at Grande Dunes in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, envisions a community where every resident is valued as a unique individual, and their lifestyle and interests are celebrated. The mission of this community is to exceed expectations by offering various living options like assisted living, independent living, and memory care and providing daily wellness, cultural, and educational programs. The community’s values are rooted in creating an environment where residents can live their best life, feeling at home and understood.

Portside at Grande Dunes provides a range of living options, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartment styles for Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short-Term/Respite Stays. The amenities and facilities reflect a commitment to personalized care, offering diverse living arrangements to cater to individual needs and preferences. Residents can choose from companion suite and studio apartment styles in Memory Care, ensuring a comfortable and supportive environment. The community stands as a welcoming home that prioritizes the well-being and fulfillment of its residents.

Overview of Lake Wylie Assisted Living and Memory Care

Lake Wylie Assisted Living and Memory Care provides assisted living and memory care in Lake Wylie, SC. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space; Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Both care levels are available here. That may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between assisted living and memory care can happen without leaving the community. Studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments give individuals and couples layouts suited to their living arrangements, while pets are allowed so a resident can bring a pet along. A Walk Score of 45 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride.

Overview of Ashley River Healthcare

Ashley River Healthcare is a well-recognized nursing home in Charleston, SC, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community ensures older adults are treated well in its supportive and home-like setting. With 24-hour care, recreational opportunities, and therapies, residents experience a worry-free retirement. Through a holistic approach to care, the community strives to meet residents’ needs and preferences.

Ice cream socials, lectures, and local trips ensure residents can stay active and explore new interests. Top-notch rehabilitation equipment and cozy common areas ensure residents can rest and interact with their surroundings. Charleston Medical Associates, various restaurants, and a bus stop are available nearby, providing easy access to necessities and leisure. This nursing home is a trusted choice for senior living in South Carolina, especially with its high standards of care.

Overview of Wesley Commons

Wesley Commons offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, memory care, and independent living in Greenwood, SC. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living supports private living without daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. With several care levels on one campus, Wesley Commons may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

Respite care is available for short stays. That can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. Wesley Commons has 80 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4 hours and 23 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted: Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay uses personal funds.

A wellness complex measuring 7,500 square feet includes an indoor pool and fitness center, while nature trails, pickleball courts, shuffleboard courts, and a putting green offer additional spaces for exercise and recreation. Social activities and interest groups provide organized ways to spend time with others, and volunteer opportunities offer another way to take part in community life. Rehabilitation services and short term rehab support temporary recovery needs at the community. David B. Buckshorn serves as director, and the range of care, respite option, and rehabilitation services can suit a resident or family seeking both ongoing support and short term care options.

Myrtle Beach Manor provides assisted living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Myrtle Beach, SC. A dedicated Alzheimer’s unit is also provided through the memory care programs for those at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care levels can continue within the same community. The community has a 111-bed capacity, including studios and one-bedroom layouts. Studios have one private space, while a one-bedroom layout separates the sleeping and living areas.

Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 1 minute per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare and private pay are also accepted, with Medicare covering short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means paying directly for care. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a small animal companion.

A Walk Score of 41 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips. Elizabeth Schmeizl serves as administrator, and SNH Sc Tenant operates the community.