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Overview of Viva Senior Living at Gaffney

Kimberly Henson manages Viva Senior Living at Gaffney, a 90-bed residence operated by Gaffney Al Opco in Gaffney, South Carolina. Service options cover independent living, assisted living, memory care, and temporary respite stays. Accommodations include private rooms alongside companion suites suitable for two residents sharing space. Routine aide assistance supports daily needs and personal hygiene, while a secured memory area delivers structured oversight for residents prone to wandering.

Dining staff provide prepared meal services daily, and residents have access to an outdoor landscaped patio. Dedicated programming includes tailored memory care events as well as planned community outings. Scheduled van transportation helps residents reach outside errands and local appointments, accommodating the neighborhood’s car-dependent walk score of 36.

Interested families can reach out to the Gaffney campus administrative office to verify current apartment availability, discuss specific care packages, and schedule a walk-through.

Starting Price $4,100/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Indigo Carolina Forest

176 Village Center Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
Overview of Indigo Carolina Forest

Situated in the scenic community of Myrtle Beach, SC, the Indigo Carolina Forest is an enticing senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents can select from spacious and comfortable accommodations with varying floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia can receive a specialized program addressing their immediate needs with compassion and dignity by an expert and empathetic team.

Offering top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy chef-prepared meals in restaurant-style dining, weekly housekeeping and maintenance services, concierge service, barber and salon services, and many more. Enhance physical endurance by joining wellness programs in its fitness center. Attend a full calendar of social activities and events coordinated by a professional team. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors are guaranteed an all-encompassing living experience with Indigo Carolina Forest.

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Overview of Chandler Place Assisted Living & Memory Care

Located in the Heatherwood neighborhood of Rock Hill, South Carolina, Chandler Place Assisted Living & Memory Care has 92 beds. It is a single-story community with studio and suite housing options. Piedmont Medical Center is about a mile away, which is ideal for residents who need regular medical visits.

Chandler Place offers assisted living and memory care. A dedicated Alzheimer’s unit supports residents who need focused memory care. The community is operated by Navion Spring Arbor LLC. Jason Fisher serves as administrator.

Residents can use transportation services for errands and appointments. Fitness and recreation programs are also available. Pets are allowed, which may help residents who want to keep an animal companion.

The area has a Walk Score of 33, so it is somewhat walkable. Some nearby services may be reached on foot, but most outings will need a ride. Families should ask about daily memory care programs. Activities and support can vary between communities offering memory care.

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Overview of Morningside of Anderson

Morningside of Anderson is an assisted living community in Anderson, SC, with 88 beds. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident lives in an apartment setting. It may be a good fit for a resident who needs this support and wants to bring a pet.

Housing options include studios, one bedroom layouts, and two bedroom layouts. A studio provides one private living space, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed. Katherine Moore serves as the administrator, and Snh Sc Tenant operates the community. A Walk Score of 34 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of Medford Nursing Center

Medford Nursing Center provides nursing home, hospice care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Darlington, SC. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while hospice care supports end-of-life needs and palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief.

The center offers short-term rehabilitation and respite care. Rehabilitation supports recovery after an illness, injury, or hospitalization, while respite care provides a temporary stay when a usual caregiver needs time to travel, recover, or manage other responsibilities.

Medford Nursing Center has 88 beds, and total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 52 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. A doctor is on staff, and staffing is provided 24 hours a day. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover eligible care costs. Tyler A. Lofe serves as the administrator. The combination of skilled nursing, comfort-focused care, rehabilitation, and respite services may suit a resident whose needs range from post-acute recovery to ongoing nursing or end-of-life support.

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Overview of TidePointe, a VI Community

Owned by Sandra Gilliam, TidePointe, a VI Community, is a skilled nursing community on TidePointe Way in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, with a 25-bed capacity. It provides skilled nursing, post-acute rehabilitation, and respite care, with cottages and one-bedroom and two-bedroom villas. It has an occupancy rate of 85.3%, with an average length of stay of 55 days, supporting both short-term recovery and longer-term care needs.

Residents receive an average of 5 hours and 20 minutes of nursing care each day from registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, nurse aides, and physical therapists. Furthermore, strong weekend registered nurse coverage and a staff-to-resident ratio of 3.04:1 help ensure consistent, individualized clinical support.

Rehabilitation services, wellness programs, daily activities, and meals tailored to individual dietary needs are offered to promote recovery and overall well-being. Medicare, private pay, and respite care options also provide flexibility for families. Meanwhile, the surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 6, making transportation necessary for most errands. State inspections have confirmed compliance with health and safety standards.

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Overview of Magnolia Manor – Rock Hill

Located in Rock Hill, SC, Magnolia Manor – Rock Hill offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home, and skilled nursing care. The community provides supportive housing, while providing assistance with daily tasks for those who needs. Residents also receive continuous clinical support with nursing services on-site.

The community has 106 beds, with an occupancy of 89.6%. Short-term stays are also welcome, providing temporary relief to usual caregivers. Moreover, residents receive a total of 3 hours and 28 minutes of nursing care daily. Rehabilitation services are available, and the community offers Catered Living, Rehabilitation Care, and Supportive Housing programs.

Payment options include Medicare for eligible short-term skilled care, Medicaid for eligible long-term care coverage, and private pay for families using their own funds. The area has a Walk Score of 60 and is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot; a resident who no longer drives may be able to make certain nearby trips on their own.

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Overview of Harmony at Wescott Plantation

Harmony at Wescott Plantation is a senior living community in Summerville. It proudly offers a range of lifestyle options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care apartments, ensuring that senior residents can select the living arrangement that aligns with their preferences and evolving needs.

Here, residents enjoy more free time and energy to pursue their passions and independence. The community fosters an environment where residents can embrace the joys of life, knowing that their well-being and contentment are at the forefront of every consideration. Harmony at Wescott Plantation is more than just a place to reside; it’s a haven of convenience, comfort, and active engagement, marked by an ambiance of understated elegance. Here, residents have the privilege of crafting the lifestyle they desire while assuring their families that the future is well planned for.

Starting Price $3,105/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Village Cove Assisted Living

Village Cove Assisted Living provides assisted living and memory care in Hilton Head Island, SC. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while a resident continues living in their own apartment; Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 52 beds, with studios, one-bedroom units and two-bedroom units. A studio suits someone who wants a single living space, while a two-bedroom unit can accommodate a couple or a resident who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet.

A bistro and activities room provide places for dining and organized activities, including group outings and card games. The area has a Walk Score of 56 and is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot; a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently. Jennifer Napolitano serves as administrator, and Hilton Head Assisted Living operates the community.

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The Palmettos

1900 Ashley Crossing Dr, Charleston, SC 29414
Overview of The Palmettos

Operated by NHC Place-Charleston LLC, The Palmettos sits in Charleston’s West Ashley neighborhood, roughly 8 miles from the city center, on a single-story campus administered by Kalyn Huether. It houses 60 occupants and offers assisted living and memory care on the same campus, allowing residents whose cognitive needs evolve to stay rather than relocate to another facility.

Living units span from 250 to 386 square feet and are offered in studio and one-bedroom floor plans. Pets are welcome, allowing residents to keep their animal companionship. Standard amenities include fitness and recreation programs and transportation services for occupants needing them. What sets The Palmettos apart is a dedicated Alzheimer’s unit with care structured and tailored for memory health, instead of treating cognitive decline as an incidental service addition. This means residents with a memory care diagnosis have an environment and support centered on their specific needs. The West Ashley neighborhood has a Walk Score of 46. Some errands are walkable, but a car or the home’s transportation service is needed for most daily trips.

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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