Page 11 of Best Memory Care in South Carolina

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 186 memory care providers in 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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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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
The Palmettos of Charleston
MC
AL
Charleston (West Ashley)
60
Facility 60
SC AVG 86
Rank #117 / 165
Yes
52
Facility 52
SC AVG 33
Rank #20 / 118
Harbison Shores
MC
AL
RC
Irmo
79
Facility 79
SC AVG 86
Rank #89 / 165
Yes
41
Facility 41
SC AVG 33
Rank #40 / 118
The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Chapin
176
Facility 176
SC AVG 86
Rank #4 / 165
No-
HarborChase of Riverwalk
MC
AL
Rock Hill
97
Facility 97
SC AVG 86
Rank #55 / 165
No
20
Facility 20
SC AVG 33
Rank #82 / 118
Spring Oak Lexington
MC
AL
Lexington
90
Facility 90
SC AVG 86
Rank #63 / 165
Yes
22
Facility 22
SC AVG 33
Rank #80 / 118
Lakes at Litchfield Assisted Living
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Pawleys Island
79
Facility 79
SC AVG 86
Rank #89 / 165
Yes-
Lodge at Wellmore
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Tega Cay
60
Facility 60
SC AVG 86
Rank #117 / 165
Yes-
Opus Post Acute Rehabilitation
MC
NH
SNF
West Columbia
98
Facility 98
SC AVG 86
Rank #54 / 165
No-
Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Columbia (Seven Oaks)
-Yes
57
Facility 57
SC AVG 33
Rank #10 / 118
TerraBella Marchbanks
MC
AL
Anderson
60
Facility 60
SC AVG 86
Rank #117 / 165
Yes
39
Facility 39
SC AVG 33
Rank #47 / 118

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Overview of The Palmettos of Charleston

Serving seniors in Charleston’s West Ashley neighborhood, The Palmettos of Charleston offers assisted living and memory care. It is about 6. 5 miles from downtown Charleston. Operated by NHC Place-Charleston LLC, it is affiliated with NHC Healthcare. The profile also notes that a physician founded the community. Kalyn Huether serves as administrator.

The 60-bed community has a smaller and more personal scale than some larger local options. Care includes a dedicated Alzheimer’s unit for residents living with memory loss. Broader assisted living services are also available. Residents are reviewed case by case, so care plans can reflect personal needs and choices. The community also values open communication among staff, residents, and families.

Each apartment has individually controlled heating and cooling. Housekeeping and laundry service help with daily upkeep. Shared amenities include an on-site salon, a library and resource center, and a hobby center. Residents can also use a theater with a DVD player. Optical care and transportation services are available on-site.

Safety features include fire alarm and sprinkler systems throughout the building. The Palmettos welcomes pets, which may help residents feel more at home. Residents can also bring their own furniture and personal belongings to make their living space feel familiar.

The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 52. Some errands are within walking distance, but other trips require driving. Families comparing memory care with regular assisted living should ask how staff move residents between care levels when needs change.

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Harbison Shores

990 Columbia Ave, Irmo, SC 29063
Overview of Harbison Shores

An outstanding senior living community nestled in Irmo, South Carolina, Harbison Shores offers both assisted living and memory care services. Boasting resort-like amenities, the community ensures a relaxing retirement within its grounds. Furthermore, the individual needs of residents are taken care of by a well-trained and skilled team of professionals and caregivers. Making way for new friends and socialization, the community conducts daily activities that the residents can enjoy and participate in. The exceptional culinary team prepares three healthy and delicious meals daily.

Harbison Shores goes above and beyond the expectation to guarantee the safety and comfort of the residents. This community truly epitomizes excellence in senior living.

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Overview of The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare

The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Chapin, SC. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Independent living supports private living with community services and no daily care, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The combination of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, since the community can support changing care needs without requiring a move to another community.

Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care. The Rehabilitation & Nursing program includes rehabilitation services, giving residents access to recovery focused care through the community’s programs. The community has 176 beds. Amanda Knowles serves as administrator, and Lutheran Homes Of South Carolina operates the community.

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Overview of HarborChase of Riverwalk

Located in the heart of Rock Hill, South Carolina, HarborChase of Riverwalk is a community where assisted living and memory care services seamlessly blend within a warm and compassionate environment. In this welcoming haven, cherished relationships take precedence, and residents discover a supportive sanctuary where their well-being is the highest priority.

Explore this picturesque neighborhood, where the commitment to residents’ welfare isn’t just a promise but an integral way of life. This assisted living community prides itself on convenient amenities and specialized care programs meticulously designed to provide exceptional support to residents and their families. HarborChase of Riverwalk is a community where seniors thrive, forge meaningful connections, and relish a personalized and engaging senior living experience.

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Spring Oak Lexington

5422 Augusta Rd, Lexington, SC 29072
Overview of Spring Oak Lexington

Spring Oak Lexington is a blissful senior living community located in a quiet neighborhood in Lexington, SC, offering various living options including assisted living, memory care, and short-term stay. Providing a comfortable and safe residence for seniors, the community includes 24-hour assistance from a team of skilled and dedicated professionals. A place where seniors may rest and keep their family’s minds at peace, Spring Oak Lexington Senior Living ensures the happiness and wellness of its residents.

Fostering meaningful connections among its residents, the community conducts enrichment activities and outings. Spring Oak Lexington values the independence and dignity of the residents, providing them with care tailored to their needs. With its eye-pleasing and spacious residences, the community offers care like no other in a family-like environment.

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Lakes at Litchfield Assisted Living

120 Lakes At Litchfield Dr, Pawleys Island, SC 29585-5515
Overview of Lakes at Litchfield Assisted Living

Lakes at Litchfield Assisted Living in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, features independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing services. Private housing options accommodate active seniors, whereas assisted living programs aid with daily personal tasks. Secured memory units protect individuals prone to wandering, and short-term respite stays allow temporary caregiver relief.

This 79-bed facility maintains an average of 4 hours and 21 minutes of total daily nurse staffing per resident. Litchfield Retirement operates the location alongside administrator Joseph Mason, and pet-friendly accommodations are welcome. Payment structures include private pay as well as Medicare for eligible short-term stays following a hospitalization.

Prospective residents can get in touch with Lakes at Litchfield Assisted Living to confirm room availability, review financial arrangements, and plan a site visit.

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Overview of Lodge at Wellmore

Lodge at Wellmore offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, nursing care, and skilled nursing in Tega Cay, South Carolina. Independent living provides a private living arrangement with community services and no daily care, while assisted living lets a resident keep an apartment with help with dressing, bathing, and medications. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and nursing care and skilled nursing include licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level can happen without leaving the community. The community has 60 beds, which gives families a clear sense of its overall size but does not show how care is delivered. Medicare and private pay are accepted: Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while private pay means the family pays directly for care. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 42 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident.

On site rehabilitation services and the Short Term Rehab program let residents recovering from an injury or illness receive therapy without arranging outside transportation. Fine dining and a café and bar give residents places to eat and spend time, while a salon and spa provide personal grooming services. The pet friendly policy allows residents to keep a pet, and respite care provides a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. David M. Dunn is the administrator, Jasmine Richard is the director, and Wellmore Of Tega Cay operates the community.

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Overview of Opus Post Acute Rehabilitation

Opus Post Acute Rehabilitation in West Columbia, South Carolina, provides long-term nursing home care, skilled nursing support, and memory care programs. Memory care services incorporate secured spaces to assist individuals experiencing memory loss or wandering tendencies. Physical rehabilitation therapies take place directly within the facility, eliminating the need to travel off-site for recovery appointments.

Southern Charm Healthcare manages the 98-bed community, with daily administration directed by Jose Rodriguez. Nursing metrics show an average of 3 hours and 44 minutes of hands-on nursing time assigned per resident each day. Financial options for residents and their sponsors include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private payment.

Individuals researching specialized memory care or post-hospital rehabilitation can contact Opus Post Acute Rehabilitation to learn more about current bed availability, review funding requirements, or arrange a private tour.

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Overview of Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina

Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina in Seven Oaks emphasizes enriching and empowering its seniors’ lives. With an emphasis on short-term and outpatient nursing, management and staff offer best-in-class service when attending to any resident’s needs. The home helps residents thrive, reach their fullest potential, and cultivate holistic wellness. The Presbyterian guarantees unparalleled, luxurious care in a hotel-like community.

All residents receive essential services such as concierge, scheduled transportation, housekeeping, linen services, and housekeeping. One of its specialties is rehabilitation services, focusing on occupational, speech, and physical; 24/7 nursing care, health and wellness activities, therapy coverage, personalized care programs, and routine check-ups– among many others.

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TerraBella Marchbanks

2203 Marchbanks Ave, Anderson, SC 29621
Overview of TerraBella Marchbanks

Set in the vibrant community of Anderson, SC, TerraBella Marchbanks is an outstanding senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Offering round-the-clock professional care to its assisted living residents and person-centered care and support to residents dealing with memory loss, the community ensures that seniors’ needs are met wherever they are in their stages of retirement. With the residents’ welfare and comfort in mind, the community offers thoughtfully designed apartments equipped with safety features, individual climate controls, and plenty of storage space.

Committed to delivering an all-encompassing senior living experience, TerraBella Marchbanks conducts fun and engaging activities and offers comprehensive on-site speech, occupational, and physical therapies. Here, residents have plenty of opportunities to do the things they love or explore new interests with a broad range of amenities designed to maintain residents’ wellness and engagement. Residents enjoy access to daily housekeeping services, transportation assistance, delicious meals, professional salon services, and beautiful common areas.

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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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Memory Care in South Carolina at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 33/ 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: 86The 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 Memory Care in South Carolina

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 186 memory care communities in South Carolina. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.