Page 11 of Best Memory Care in South Carolina

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 187 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Lodge at Wellmore
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Tega Cay
60
Facility 60
SC AVG 86
Rank #117 / 165
Yes--
White Oak Manor Spartanburg
MC
NH
SNF
Spartanburg
60
Facility 60
SC AVG 86
Rank #117 / 165
No--
Lexington Medical Center Extended Care
MC
NH
SNF
Lexington
388
Facility 388
SC AVG 86
Rank #1 / 165
No--
Fountain Inn Post Acute
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Fountain Inn
60
Facility 60
SC AVG 86
Rank #117 / 165
No--
Opus Post Acute Rehabilitation
MC
NH
SNF
West Columbia
98
Facility 98
SC AVG 86
Rank #54 / 165
No--
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--
Dayspring Assisted Living of Johns Island
MC
AL
Johns Island
24
Facility 24
SC AVG 86
Rank #162 / 165
No
2
Facility 2
SC AVG 33
Rank #116 / 118
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
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
-
TerraBella Marchbanks
MC
AL
Anderson
60
Facility 60
SC AVG 86
Rank #117 / 165
Yes
39
Facility 39
SC AVG 33
Rank #47 / 118
-
Atria Forest Lake
MC
AL
Columbia
-Yes
65
Facility 65
SC AVG 33
Rank #4 / 118
Private Rooms

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other SC memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 187 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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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 White Oak Manor Spartanburg

Located in downtown Spartanburg, White Oak Manor Spartanburg is a skilled nursing home, offering both short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care. Operated by NHC Healthcare/Spartanburg LLC, the 60-bed facility is owned by Katee Castleman and administered by Cecil O. Kent III. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families multiple ways to access care coverage.

The home specializes in short-term rehabilitation services. It’s the best option for individuals recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or acute illness. With an average resident stay of 275 days, the community serves seniors transitioning home after recovery and those requiring ongoing skilled nursing support.

Total nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 28 minutes per resident daily. Registered nurses provide 51 minutes of care, nurse aides provide 2 hours and 25 minutes, and LPN/LVNs provide 57 minutes per day. This staffing level supports 24-hour care, with hands-on support throughout the day.

The Pearl Street location places the home in an accessible part of Spartanburg near downtown medical services. Families considering White Oak Manor may want to tour the facility to see whether its room layouts, daily routines, and rehabilitation and nursing programs are compatible with their loved one’s specific care needs.

Contact White Oak Manor Spartanburg

Overview of Lexington Medical Center Extended Care

Lexington Medical Center Extended Care is a nursing home in Lexington, South Carolina, offering long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, memory care, and respite care. The facility is operated by Lexmed Inc under owner Lexington County Health Services District Inc, and is led by administrator Kathryn Gill. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several ways to cover both a short rehab stay and ongoing long-term care.

With 388 beds, this is one of the larger nursing homes in the area, currently home to 265 residents and running at about 82 percent occupancy. The average length of stay is 152 days, which points to a resident population made up largely of people receiving ongoing, long-term nursing care rather than a brief post-acute stay.

Daily nursing support is a central part of life at the facility, with residents receiving an average of 4 hours and 27 minutes of total nursing care each day. That care is backed by on-site physical, occupational, and respiratory therapy staff, which supports residents working through recovery from surgery, illness, or a hospital stay, as well as those managing longer-term health needs.

Because the home offers memory care alongside its traditional nursing and rehabilitation services, it can support residents whose needs shift over time without requiring a move to a different community. This continuum can be a meaningful advantage for families who want one setting to grow with a loved one’s care needs.

Families weighing Lexington Medical Center Extended Care against other options in the Lexington area may want to ask about current room availability and how therapy scheduling works for new admissions.

Contact Lexington Medical Center Extended Care

Overview of Fountain Inn Post Acute

Fountain Inn Post Acute operates in Fountain Inn, South Carolina, delivering nursing home care, skilled nursing, memory care, palliative services, hospice care, and respite stays. Memory care accommodates residents living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia within a structured environment, while hospice and palliative care focus on comfort-based needs. Rehabilitation facilities include an expansive on-site gym where residents complete short-term therapy sessions, while residential accommodations feature private bathrooms with showers, salon services, and outdoor courtyards.

Managed by Fountain Inn Healthcare with Katherine Joy as administrator, this 60-bed facility averages 3 hours and 18 minutes of daily nurse staffing per resident. Kitchen staff prepares daily meals aligned with individual dietary and therapeutic requirements. Accepted payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay.

Prospective families interested in long-term placement or short-term rehab can reach Fountain Inn Post Acute to check room availability, schedule a facility walkthrough, or review specific care plans.

Contact Fountain Inn Post Acute

Overview of The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare

The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a nonprofit continuing care community in Chapin, South Carolina, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing care within a comprehensive Life Plan setting. Operated under Lutheran Homes of South Carolina Inc., the community includes a 176-bed skilled nursing component and ranks among the larger retirement and healthcare campuses serving the greater Columbia, Chapin, and Lexington County region.

As part of Lutheran Homes of South Carolina, the community benefits from the support of a longstanding nonprofit organization with a faith-centered mission and established experience in older adult services. Its multiple levels of care also allow residents to transition within the same residential environment as their health needs evolve.

Services include licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, rehabilitation programming, memory support services, volunteer opportunities, and various community engagement programs. With the availability of independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing within one setting, the community creates continuity that appeals to residents and families seeking long-term stability and coordinated support over time.

Located in the growing Lake Murray and Chapin corridor of Lexington County, the community is set in an area that has become increasingly popular among older adults seeking residential living options near Columbia while maintaining access to healthcare, recreation, and community amenities. Its setting also attracts those looking for a balance between suburban residential living and access to larger metropolitan medical resources.

The Heritage at Lowman Rehabilitation and Healthcare is well-suited for older adults and families in the Chapin, Irmo, and greater Lake Murray region seeking a nonprofit Life Plan community with a faith-informed mission and multiple levels of care.

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Overview of Dayspring Assisted Living of Johns Island

Set in a peaceful area in Johns Island, SC, Dayspring Assisted Living of Johns Island is a close-knit senior living community that offers compassionate assisted living. Residents live confidently and comfortably knowing that their needs are being met with access to services like diabetic care, incontinence care, ancillary services, and non-ambulatory care. The community makes sure residents thrive with private and well-built residences and a dedicated team on standby to accommodate residents’ unique needs and emergencies.

With a plethora of engaging, stimulating, and entertaining activities both on-site and off-site, residents are guaranteed to enjoy plenty of opportunities to make new connections, get back to their old hobbies, or make new meaningful experiences. Delicious and nutritious meals are also offered to save residents from the trouble and hassle of cooking their own meals. A variety of inviting and cozy indoor common areas are also available to provide residents with a relaxing space for doing the things they love.

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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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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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Overview of Atria Forest Lake

Atria Forest Lake offers assisted living and memory care in Columbia, SC. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Because both care levels are available, Atria Forest Lake may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the community rather than move to a different setting. Private rooms give residents an individual room instead of a shared sleeping space, and pets are allowed for residents who want to bring a pet with them.

The community has a Walk Score of 65 out of 100, meaning the area is somewhat walkable and some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to walk for some errands, while other trips may require a car or ride.

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Overview of Opus Post Acute Rehabilitation

Operated by Southern Charm Healthcare LLC, Opus Post Acute Rehabilitation is a nursing home in West Columbia, South Carolina. It specifically focuses on post-acute rehabilitation, serving patients stepping down from hospitals or acute-care settings who need skilled nursing and therapy during recovery. The 98-bed facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families multiple ways to cover rehabilitation stays.

The home’s occupancy rate is 87%, with residents staying an average of 103 days. That tenure is common for post-acute rehab, and it reflects the facility’s intermediate-stay model.

Daily nurse staffing averages nearly 4 hours per resident. The care team is composed of registered nursing (28 minutes per day), nurse aide care (2 hours 12 minutes), and licensed practical or vocational nursing (1 hour 5 minutes). This gives residents round-the-clock hands-on support as they recover.

In-house therapy services support the rehabilitation mission, so residents can access therapy without needing external appointments. This integrated approach to post-acute care may benefit patients recovering from surgery, orthopedic injury, or a significant hospital stay who need skilled care, nursing oversight, and active rehabilitation to regain function. This way, they can prepare for the next stage of care, whether at home or in a longer-term setting.

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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 187 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.