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Best Memory Care in South Carolina

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 173 memory care communities in South Carolina using South Carolina 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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Last updated
Jun 2026
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173 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 32/ 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: 90The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in South Carolina. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around South Carolina

The information below is reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality.

The Village at Summerville
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Summerville (Palmetto Park)
48
Facility 48
SC AVG 90
Rank #267 / 309
No
45
Facility 45
SC AVG 32
Rank #60 / 232
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
West Columbia (Still Hopes Drive)
22
Facility 22
SC AVG 90
Rank #303 / 309
Yes
63
Facility 63
SC AVG 32
Rank #14 / 232
-A+
Linville Court at The Cascades Verdae
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Greenville (Cascades Verdae)
44
Facility 44
SC AVG 90
Rank #272 / 309
No
8
Facility 8
SC AVG 32
Rank #198 / 232
1 bed-
Wildewood Downs Retirement Community
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Columbia (Williamsburg East)
57
Facility 57
SC AVG 90
Rank #229 / 309
Yes
33
Facility 33
SC AVG 32
Rank #119 / 232
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedA+
North Haven Residential Care Home
MC
AL
RESC
North Charleston (Dismuke Mobile Home Park)
16
Facility 16
SC AVG 90
Rank #306 / 309
No
51
Facility 51
SC AVG 32
Rank #44 / 232
-A+
Park Pointe Village
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
PC
SNF
Rock Hill
20
Facility 20
SC AVG 90
Rank #304 / 309
Yes
7
Facility 7
SC AVG 32
Rank #203 / 232
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Franke at Seaside
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Mt Pleasant
44
Facility 44
SC AVG 90
Rank #272 / 309
No
53
Facility 53
SC AVG 32
Rank #36 / 232
Private RoomsA+
Brookdale Anderson
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Anderson (Windsor Place)
160
Facility 160
SC AVG 90
Rank #20 / 309
Yes
43
Facility 43
SC AVG 32
Rank #71 / 232
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Harmony at Columbia
MC
AL
IL
Columbia
110
Facility 110
SC AVG 90
Rank #90 / 309
Yes
36
Facility 36
SC AVG 32
Rank #102 / 232
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Mill Creek Manor
MC
AL
IL
Columbia (Williamsburg East)
59
Facility 59
SC AVG 90
Rank #225 / 309
Yes
8
Facility 8
SC AVG 32
Rank #198 / 232
Private RoomsB+
Oaks at Chanticleer
MC
RC
Greenville (Berkmans Lane)
60
Facility 60
SC AVG 90
Rank #209 / 309
Yes
23
Facility 23
SC AVG 32
Rank #152 / 232
Studio / CompanionB-
The Residences at Greer
MC
AL
IL
RC
Greer (Maple)
110
Facility 110
SC AVG 90
Rank #90 / 309
Yes
11
Facility 11
SC AVG 32
Rank #188 / 232
Studio / Suite-
Laurel Crest
MC
AL
IL
NH
West Columbia
26
Facility 26
SC AVG 90
Rank #297 / 309
Yes
15
Facility 15
SC AVG 32
Rank #173 / 232
Suite-
Harmony at Five Forks
MC
AL
IL
Simpsonville (Five Forks Road)
92
Facility 92
SC AVG 90
Rank #127 / 309
Yes
57
Facility 57
SC AVG 32
Rank #23 / 232
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Fairforest Grove Senior Living
MC
AL
Columbia (St. Andrews)
66
Facility 66
SC AVG 90
Rank #196 / 309
No
41
Facility 41
SC AVG 32
Rank #81 / 232
StudioA+
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Overview of Oaks at Mt. Pleasant

Offering senior living services within the welcoming community of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, Oaks at Mt. Pleasant strongly emphasizes enhancing the quality of life for residents’ loved ones while providing them invaluable peace of mind. This assisted living community is a beacon of exceptional assisted living, specializing in compassionate memory care.

Distinguished by a dedicated team of memory care experts, Oaks at Mt. Pleasant goes above and beyond to craft personalized care plans tailored to each resident’s unique needs. Their commitment extends to creating healthful activities within a secure and nurturing environment designed to enrich cherished residents’ lives. Journey towards improving the lives of seniors through the compassionate and specialized care that defines Oaks at Mt. Pleasant.

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Overview of The Parker

The Parker’s prime location, in close proximity to renowned attractions such as the Greenville County Museum of Art, Greenville Zoo, and Artisphere, ensures that residents can indulge in a vibrant and engaging lifestyle, with a range of accommodation options, including suite apartments, one-bedroom, and one-bedroom deluxe living quarters, residents can find the perfect fit to meet their individual needs. With every convenience just a stone’s throw away, residents can immerse themselves in the bustling energy of the city, all while enjoying the tranquility and security of The Parker.

As a symbol of their dedication to resident comfort and wellbeing, The Parker offers WiFi and other state-of-the-art amenities. One of the many unique features of the home is its focus on fostering meaningful connections between residents. The community recognizes the importance of social bonding and organizes an array of engaging activities to facilitate a warm and welcoming atmosphere. It is unquestionable how The Parker gracefully represents the pinnacle of luxurious senior living in Greenville.

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Overview of Brookdale Greenwood

Awarded #1 in Customer Satisfaction, Brookdale Union Hills provides an exceptional residential assisted living experience. The home strives to enhance the quality of life of seniors needing quality assistance. They offer options that cater to each individual’s needs. As a Brookdale Senior Living Group member, Greenwood guarantees a resident-centered atmosphere for seniors, promoting a comfortable living situation.
The lifestyle at Brookdale is designed to make lives safe and convenient for everyone. Its all-inclusive amenities and services include spacious common areas, recreational rooms, housekeeping, and transportation services. Management prides itself on its approach to modern assisted living care, which is unparalleled thanks to its remarkable care staff that never fails to offer compassionate care.

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Overview of Carolina Gardens at Kathwood

An elegant community that steeps excellence, Carolina Gardens at Kathwood has raised the standard of senior living. Their dedicated team of professional staff strives in providing a level of care that is nothing short of extraordinary. Carolina Gardens at Kathwood is where residents can’t thrive. Carolina Gardens is a results-driven community that aims to provide quality service for its assisted living and memory care residences.

Comfort and convenience are the heart of their service; residents can enjoy a range of services and amenities that make their everyday living worry-free. To name a few of what the assisted living home offers include chef-prepared meals and snacks, home maintenance and housekeeping, laundry services, a private personal care, and a 24-hour care and assistance available. 

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Overview of Millennium Post Acute Rehabilitation

Operated by Stoney Hill Healthcare LLC, Millennium Post Acute Rehabilitation is a nursing home in West Columbia, South Carolina. The 132-bed community, under administrator Drew E McQuillen, takes Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay, making it accessible to families with numerous coverage choices for longer-term care and short-term rehabilitation.

The facility focuses on rehabilitation services, with in-house therapy to support recovery from surgery, injury, or hospital stays. Staffing includes 2 hours 26 minutes of total nursing care per resident day, backed by registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses. The community has an 89 percent occupancy rate, with residents averaging 155 days in stay, a timeframe reflecting a blend of post-acute rehabilitation patients and those needing ongoing skilled nursing care. Beyond clinical services, the home offers activities and excursions to bolster residents’ engagement, and includes church services for those who value spiritual community. For visiting family members, West Columbia’s location provides good access.

For families contemplating a rehabilitation focus and skilled nursing care, touring in person will paint a clear picture of the environment and care approach.

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Sumter Terrace Assisted Living

1180 Wilson Hall Rd, Sumter, SC 29150
Overview of Sumter Terrace Assisted Living

Beautifully situated in the quiet residential area of Sumter, SC, Mainstay Sumter Terrace is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living. Featuring thoughtfully furnished and secure accommodations, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Here, daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, as well as household tasks, are taken care of 24/7, so residents can maintain their independence without hassles.

Fun activities and enriching programs, including yoga and arts and music-related activities, are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. With delicious and healthy meals, residents have a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication reminders, physical and occupational therapy are available for residents’ healthcare needs. This pet-friendly community has well-maintained amenities and top-notch services that create the ideal setting where residents can thrive in retirement.

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Overview of The Garden House of Anderson

Nestled in the serene residential area of Edgebrook Drive, Anderson, SC is the astounding senior living community of The Garden House of Anderson providing assisted living and memory care. The community ensures seniors receive the right care and assistance for their special needs with a kind and compassionate team lending extra hands around the clock. Ease your worries with the specially designed and resident-focused environment of The Garden House of Anderson.

The community creates a haven not only for seniors to thrive but also for its team to provide better care. Meet new friends and enjoy various activities highlighting your interests and strengths. The Garden House of Anderson is a certified Great Place To Work and is regarded as Pinnacle’s Customer Experience Awarded in 2024.

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Overview of The Marsh at Carolina Park

Surrounded by breathtaking scenery and offering high-quality care, The Marsh at Carolina Park proves to be the right choice for seniors in Mount Pleasant, SC. Here, residents are assured of enjoying an elevated lifestyle supported by an expert and compassionate team in independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The community provides natural settings and resort-style amenities to further enhance comfort and relaxation. In addition to top-quality care, residents can also take great pleasure in engaging activities and social events prepared by a professional team.

The golden years are made even more exciting and fulfilling in this exceptional community, where residents are offered exceptional amenities such as well-designed patios, a salon and a barbershop, and more. Here, the residents can truly kick back, relax, and enjoy the slow pace of life.

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White Oak at North Grove

290 N Grove Medical Park Dr, Spartanburg, SC 29303-4222
Overview of White Oak at North Grove

Owned by NHC Healthcare/North Grove LLC and run by administrator Andrew R. Nelson, White Oak at North Grove covers long-term care, memory care, and rehab therapies in a 132-bed private building. The facility handles specialized programs like amputee, stroke, and orthopedic recovery, keeping admissions open 24/7 with therapy available seven days a week. The client group is a mix of 49% private-pay and 47% Medicare admissions, with just 3% relying on Medicaid. Residents stay for an average of 81 days, and the property runs a high occupancy rate of 93%, bringing in a 2023 operating profit of $832.3 thousand on $19 million in revenue.

Government health logs show standard daily care times, with overall nursing hours averaging 3 hours and 59 minutes per resident, matching the South Carolina state average. However, the staffing setup is uneven; while nurse aide hours hit state baselines, registered nurse coverage dips to 28 minutes on weekdays and a low 16 minutes on weekends.

Clinical records point to excellent results for short-term stays, including a successful community discharge rate that outpaces the state average by 23% and low rates of antipsychotic drug use. On the other side, tracking files reveal some clear struggles for permanent residents, whose rates of functional decline, walking difficulties, and serious injuries from falls track higher than state averages. On the regulatory side, the property holds a low fine history with a single $10,000 penalty on record.

Prospective residents looking into local rehab options can use these public health tracking reports to balance the facility’s extensive therapy setup against its long-term numbers. Since the state paperwork confirms very strong short-term recovery outcomes and seven-day therapy access alongside thin weekend RN hours and elevated long-stay mobility decline, the records fit a stay focused on post-acute rehabilitation.

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Overview of The Legacy of Hartsville

Residing in the calming community of Hartsville, SC, The Legacy of Hartsville is a peculiar senior living community providing assisted living and memory care services. A wide range of cozy and spacious accommodations including one-bedroom deluxe, deluxe studio, companion suite, and alcove are available. Having a highly equipped and dedicated team, this community offers an emergency response team and round-the-clock personalized care services. In terms of memory care, a cutting-edge program called the Pathways to Discover is thoughtfully designed for those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

True to its goal of promoting a perfect balance between personal freedom and intentional care, residents can enjoy weekly housekeeping and laundry services, in-house maintenance services, and free transportation to all professional services. Experience delicious dining with delightful meals and snacks every day. Engage in diverse social activities and community events. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with The Legacy of Hartsville.

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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 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 173 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.