Page 18 of Best Memory Care in South Carolina

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Overview of Forest Lake Manor

Administered by Doretha L. Dennis, ​​Forest Lake Manor offers assisted living and memory care in Columbia, South Carolina. With a 60-bed capacity, the community provides a secure and supervised environment for adults living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Assistance with daily tasks is also provided while helping residents maintain their independence.

The community also provides access to nursing services, along with 24-hour staffing to ensure residents receive the right support whenever needed. Residents can also use an on-site salon and spa. Moreover, restaurant-style meals are served in the dining hall or a resident’s room, giving residents two settings for meals.

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Overview of Sprenger Healthcare of Bluffton Assisted Living

Sprenger Healthcare of Bluffton Assisted Living provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, and respite care in Okatie, South Carolina. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. Independent living supports private living without daily care, while nursing home care provides a residential setting for people who need ongoing nursing support.

Having several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since a move to a different level of care can happen without leaving the community. With 58 beds, the community is small enough for residents and staff to become familiar with one another.

Chef-designed menus featuring modern and local cuisine are served with multiple options in dining rooms, giving residents a range of meal selections in a dedicated dining setting. On-site therapies support rehabilitation without arranging transportation elsewhere, and scheduled transportation is available for confirmed community transportation needs.

Teresa Griffing serves as the administrator, and Sprenger Healthcare Of Bluffton operates the community.

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Overview of Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Clinton

Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Clinton offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Clinton, SC. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment; Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, while nursing home and skilled nursing include licensed nursing care on site around the clock. The community has 43 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another.

Its range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community, while respite care offers a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Short-term rehabilitation is also available for a time-limited recovery stay.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover eligible short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay lets a family cover services directly.

Pets are allowed, so residents can keep a pet with them. Tamieka Hawkins serves as the administrator, and Presbyterian Communities Of South Carolina operates the community.

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Overview of Ashlan Village

Ashlan Village in Lyman, South Carolina, combines independent living, assisted living, and memory care within a single campus. Residents in independent living maintain complete autonomy in private apartments. The assisted living program assists with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and managing medications. Memory care provides a safe, supervised environment designed specifically for individuals prone to wandering. Having these distinct care levels on one site allows residents to adjust their support services over time without moving to a new property.

Ashlan Properties operates the 75-bed facility under the leadership of administrator Lynel Hill. Residents have access to an on-site chapel, a beauty salon, landscaped grounds, and dedicated walking paths. Essential services include direct pharmacy delivery for prescription needs.

Families seeking adaptable care arrangements in the Lyman region can contact Ashlan Village to gather details or arrange a tour.

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Overview of Ansley Glen at Greenwood

With 52 beds, Ansley Glen at Greenwood provides assisted living and memory care in Greenwood, SC. Residents also receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for residents who may be at risk of wandering. Licensed nurses and CNAs, along with 24-hour staffing, are also available on-site, ensuring residents have access to services at all times.

An on-site salon supports personal grooming without requiring a resident to leave the community, and the outdoor courtyard provides a designated place to spend time outside. Moreover, restaurant-style meals are served in the dining hall or in a resident’s room, allowing residents to choose either setting for meals. Amanda Moon serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Sc Episcopal Home at Still Hopes (crcf)

Sc Episcopal Home at Still Hopes (crcf) offers nursing home care, adult day care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in West Columbia, SC. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Adult day care offers daytime support without an overnight stay, and respite care provides a short-term stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can continue within the community. Opened in 1975, the community has 48 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents get to know each other. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy as part of their care. South Carolina Episcopal Home At Still Hopes operates the community, with Nikki W. Robertson serving as administrator.

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Overview of Benton House of West Ashley

Benton House of West Ashley is an award-winning facility that provides genuine care for assisted living and specialized memory care services in Charleston. The community is designed to be bright and beautiful, a place that residents can truly call home for assisted and memory care living. They also offer an adult day program that provides seniors with numerous opportunities to enjoy themselves through various activities. Benton House offers a unique experience for its residents personalized care that is catered to their needs.

Benton House offers 24-hour access to staff and personal emergency response systems; its unique environment fosters independence while ensuring the safety of each resident. Their memory care unit includes free access to a beautiful outdoor area that provides residents with the freedom to escape the clinical care setting. They also offer access to a one-of-a-kind neighborhood and lifestyle that fosters fitness, relaxation, and new experiences.

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Overview of Rosecrest Community Residential Care

Rosecrest Community Residential Care is a nursing home in Inman, South Carolina, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time. With 45 beds, Rosecrest is smaller than many larger care settings, creating a more limited-sized community where staff and residents can get to know one another.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare may cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private payment allows families to pay directly for care. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 35 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned to each resident.

Rehabilitation services are available through the rehabilitation center, so a resident can receive therapy on site without arranging transportation elsewhere. Outdoors, a walking trail and koi pond offer places to walk or sit near the water, and the beauty shop and barber provide grooming services within the community.

Chefs prepare a new lunch menu each day, with home-style dishes and specials that give residents different lunch selections. Rebecca McCurry serves as the administrator, and Lutheran Homes of South Carolina operates the community.

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Overview of English Meadows – Indian Land Campus

English Meadows, Indian Land Campus offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Indian Land, SC. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The campus has 70 beds. Starting prices are $6,795 for assisted living, $5,795 for an assisted living studio, $3,695 for an independent living cottage, and $7,995 for a memory care studio; the separate rates reflect the care level and housing format selected. Having four care types can suit a resident whose support needs may change over time, while respite care can suit a family needing temporary support. Jacki Picard serves as the administrator, and Retreat At Indian Land operates the campus.

$6,795/Month

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Quillen Manor

709 Quillen Ave, Fountain Inn, SC 29644-9444
Overview of Quillen Manor

With 78 beds, Quillen Manor offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Fountain Inn, SC. Residents receive care from licensed nurses and CNAs on-site, supported by 24-hour staffing. Moreover, a dedicated Alzheimer’s unit is available for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

Heidi Renee Schaaf serves as the administrator. Residents have access to an outdoor courtyard and an on-site salon, with dedicated spaces for outdoor time and personal grooming. Moreover, restaurant-style meals are served three times daily in the dining hall or a resident’s room, including special diets for those who require them.

Housekeeping and laundry are also available for convenience. Promoting engagement and entertainment, social events and activities are also available.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    Environment
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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.

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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
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  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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.

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  • 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.