Best Memory Care in Hilton Head Island, SC

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 memory care providers in Hilton Head Island, SC using SC Dept. of Public Health (DPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in SC
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We analyzed These are the providers in Hilton Head Island, SC our team has analyzed — not a count of every memory care provider in Hilton Head Island, SC. Home health and home care providers may be included if they specialize in memory care services.
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Avg Walk Score: 50/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Hilton Head Island, SC. 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: 59The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Hilton Head Island, SC. 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-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.
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.
Village Cove Assisted Living
MC
AL
Hilton Head Island
52Yes 56 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Harbor Cove Memory Care
MC
AL
Hilton Head Island
36Yes 43 -
Pines at Hilton Head
MC
AL
RC
Hilton Head Island
72Yes--
Preston Health Center
MC
NH
SNF
Hilton Head Island
77
Facility 77
SC AVG
Rank #100 / 132
No--

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every SC community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 analyzed for Hilton Head Island. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Village Cove Assisted Living

Located in the peaceful neighborhood of Hilton Head Island, SC, Village Cove Assisted Living is a charming senior living community that offers compassionate assisted living services. Residents here enjoy the comfort of bright and stunning accommodations that offer plenty of privacy and comfort for enjoying their precious personal time comfortably. A dedicated care team is available to cater to residents’ unique needs, offering them compassionate assistance with their daily living activities, medications, mobility, grooming, and more.

Relieved from the burdens of daily chores like cleaning and maintenance, residents have more to spend on making new friends, reconnecting with their old hobbies or learning new things. Dynamic activities and amenities like sunrooms, cozy lounges, and a salon are offered to make residents’ living experience more relaxing and convenient. At the Village Cove Assisted Living, residents always feel and look their best for an enjoyable experience.

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Overview of Harbor Cove Memory Care

Harbor Cove Memory Care, nestled in Hilton Head, South Carolina, is a beacon of innovative and personalized memory care services. This vibrant community is dedicated to preserving residents’ identity, dignity, and passions by integrating life skills, music therapy, art therapy, and other tailored techniques. A team specially trained in dementia care oversees programming, activities, and support, ensuring residents feel secure, engaged, and content each day.

Beyond merely providing memory care, Harbor Cove is a thriving community where residents flourish. With apartment-style suites boasting updated amenities, residents feel truly at home. This community places resident comfort and well-being as its foremost priorities. The intimate size fosters genuine connections between staff and residents, creating a positive and nurturing environment where meaningful relationships flourish, inspiring employees to develop fulfilling life experiences for those in Hilton Head seeking dementia care. Fostering an amenity-rich environment, Harbor Cove Memory Care is committed to elevating residents’ quality of life.

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Pines at Hilton Head

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

Pines at Hilton Head provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Supportive assisted living services assist residents with personal daily routines, while memory care units feature a secured environment to keep individuals prone to wandering safe. Short-term respite stays offer primary family caregivers temporary relief.

This pet-friendly, 72-bed community allows residents to bring their companion animals upon move-in. Pines-Hilton Head manages operations under the leadership of administrator Laura Camper-Dillittle.

Families can connect directly with the team at Pines at Hilton Head to book an in-person tour, learn about pet policies, or discuss available apartment openings.

Contact Pines at Hilton Head

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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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 Memory Care in Hilton Head Island, SC

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in South Carolina?

Assisted living in South Carolina supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does South Carolina Medicaid cover memory care?

South Carolina Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including South Carolina) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 4 memory care communities in Hilton Head Island, SC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Hilton Head Island, SC?

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 Hilton Head Island, SC, 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 memory care communities in Hilton Head Island, SC?

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.