Page 18 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
Rosecrest Community Residential Care
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Inman
45
Facility 45
SC AVG 86
Rank #152 / 165
No-
Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Clinton
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Clinton
43
Facility 43
SC AVG 86
Rank #156 / 165
Yes-
Rice Estate
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Columbia
-No
2
Facility 2
SC AVG 33
Rank #116 / 118
Sc Episcopal Home at Still Hopes (Crcf)
MC
ADC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
West Columbia
48
Facility 48
SC AVG 86
Rank #148 / 165
No-
Benton House of West Ashley
MC
AL
RC
Charleston (West Ashley)
-No
2
Facility 2
SC AVG 33
Rank #116 / 118
Ansley Glen at Greenwood
MC
AL
Greenwood
52
Facility 52
SC AVG 86
Rank #140 / 165
No-
Landings of Georgetown
MC
AL
RC
Georgetown
68
Facility 68
SC AVG 86
Rank #103 / 165
No-
Ashlan Village
MC
AL
IL
Lyman
75
Facility 75
SC AVG 86
Rank #97 / 165
No-
Florence Place Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
Florence
90
Facility 90
SC AVG 86
Rank #63 / 165
No-
English Meadows – Indian Land Campus
MC
AL
IL
RC
Indian Land
70
Facility 70
SC AVG 86
Rank #101 / 165
No-

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 Landings of Georgetown

Located in Georgetown, South Carolina, Landings of Georgetown is a Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) that offers assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation services, and respite care. Licensed with 68 beds, this community is administered by Colby Bryant under the ownership of Georgetown Opco LLC.

The combination of memory care with nursing services and on-site rehabilitation makes this community a practical option for families whose loved ones have both medical and cognitive needs. Additionally, nursing services, 24-hour staffing, rehabilitation services, and respite care are available, which represents a notably comprehensive service list for a CRCF-licensed community. Dining services are also offered.

Through its Georgetown Opco LLC ownership, the community provides access to the same management family as Crossings of Georgetown, the other CRCF-licensed assisted living community in the region, which sits along the same N Fraser Street corridor. Together, these two communities represent the primary CRCF-licensed assisted living options in Georgetown County, giving families a local choice at 50 and 68 beds, respectively.

As one of the larger assisted living options in Georgetown County, Landings of Georgetown is best for older adults in Georgetown and the Waccamaw Neck region seeking assisted living or memory care with nursing services and access to rehabilitation services.

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Overview of Florence Place Assisted Living & Memory Care

Offering assisted living, memory care, and nursing services, Florence Place Assisted Living & Memory Care is a Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) in Florence, South Carolina. With a 90-bed capacity, the community is administered by Lorie Hedegor under the ownership of Florence Place Assisted Living & Memory Care LLC. 24-hour staffing and structured social programming are also provided.

Nursing services are confirmed with 24-hour staffing, indicating a clinical staffing baseline above standard CRCF minimums. Three restaurant-style meals are served daily, either in the dining hall or in-room, which benefits memory care residents with varying mobility or appetite patterns.
The community also features secured building access, a fully sprinklered fire safety system, and an emergency system.

With memory care as a confirmed care type alongside assisted living, this location serves a dual-need population across a combined 90-bed campus, making it one of the larger CRCF communities in the Florence area.

As a larger community with on-site nursing services and active daily programming, Florence Place Assisted Living & Memory Care is an ideal option for older adults and families who need assisted living or structured memory care in Florence and the Pee Dee region.

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Overview of Ashlan Village

Licensed as a Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF), Ashlan Village in Lyman, South Carolina, provides assisted living services for older adults in a residential-style setting. This community is owned by Ashlan Properties LLC and administered by Lynel Hill. With a 75-bed capacity, the community focuses on personalized support, patio home-style accommodations, and a lifestyle program designed to promote physical, emotional, and intellectual well-being.

Inspection records reflect a notably strong compliance history, with a routine inspection conducted on November 6, 2024, focused on resident care, medication administration, and operational review processes. Additionally, no concerns related to health and safety, resident supervision, medication handling, recreation, meals, housekeeping, maintenance, or resident rights were reported. On the other hand, two deficiencies were identified, both administrative in nature and involving missing documentation for one resident’s physical examination and care plan updates. No citations related to resident care, medication errors, or safety issues were recorded.

Additionally, there were no complaint investigations, enforcement actions, or monetary penalties. Compared with the South Carolina average deficiency rate, the community’s record stands out positively, with all identified issues limited to documentation rather than resident welfare concerns.

Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants provide 24-hour staffing coverage, while safety features include a secured perimeter and emergency call systems in every room. Along with freshly prepared meals, housekeeping, personal laundry services, walking paths, and an onsite salon are provided. Moreover, wellness programming includes fitness activities, routine health monitoring, personalized service planning, and support services related to mobility and home health needs. Religious services and chapel programming are also available. Notably, a non-refundable deposit of $750 is required to reserve accommodations.

Ashlan Village appeals to older adults and families seeking a mid-sized assisted living community in the Lyman area with a strong safety profile, a wide range of amenities, and faith-inclusive programming. Its combination of low deficiency history, residential atmosphere, and comprehensive support services positions it as a well-rounded option for those who value both comfort and continuity of care.

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Overview of Ansley Glen at Greenwood

Ansley Glen at Greenwood is a Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) in Greenwood, South Carolina, offering assisted living services. Administered by Amanda Moon and owned by Ansley Glen at Greenwood LLC, this 52-bed community also features a 24-hour awake care team, structured daily programming, and a warm residential environment.

The community’s specification of 24-hour awake care staff, instead of simply “24-hour staffing,” is a meaningful distinction, which indicates that on-duty staff is alert and present throughout the night rather than on-call availability. Additionally, secured building access, a fully sprinklered fire safety system, and a personal emergency response system are in place for each resident. These safety credentials are above the minimum for South Carolina CRCF licensing.

Utilities are included, while housekeeping and laundry services, restaurant-style meals three times daily (served in the dining hall or in-room), and daily social events and activities are offered. An activities calendar is also created to provide structured daily programming focused on mental stimulation and social engagement.

With around-the-clock awake staffing, a structured activities program, and a moderately sized, personalized care environment, Ansley Glen at Greenwood is an ideal option for older adults seeking an assisted living community in Greenwood and the surrounding Piedmont region.

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Overview of Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Clinton

Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Clinton is a continuing care retirement community in Clinton, South Carolina, offering nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite, and skilled nursing services at 801 Musgrove St. The community is operated by Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina and administered by Tamieka Hawkins. With 43 beds, it is a moderately sized setting that can support close staff attention alongside shared programming. It accepts Medicare and private pay, giving families more than one route to cover a stay.

Clinical care here centers on short-term rehabilitation, with respite stays and around-the-clock staffing supporting residents recovering from a hospital stay or surgery. Memory care is delivered through a dedicated Alzheimer’s unit, giving families a distinct option for residents living with dementia. Because the community spans multiple levels of care under one roof, residents can move between rehab, memory care, and longer-term nursing support without changing address.

Occupancy runs around 73 percent, leaving some room for new residents. The average length of stay is 105 days, which points to a community oriented more toward post-acute and transitional rehab than toward permanent residence. That rhythm fits families who need a bridge between a hospital discharge and a return home, or a temporary respite stay while a primary caregiver is away.

Life enrichment programming and volunteer opportunities give residents ways to stay engaged, and an active resident council gives residents a regular voice in community policies and daily life. State inspections here have most often centered on documentation and oversight tied to resident safety, an area that was addressed and corrected, with no financial penalties on record.

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Overview of Sc Episcopal Home at Still Hopes (crcf)

Established in 1975, Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community is a nonprofit, faith-based continuing care retirement community in West Columbia, South Carolina, that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, home care, and respite care within a 48-bed setting. As one of the Midlands’ longstanding providers of senior living and healthcare services for older adults, the community is currently administered by Nikki W. Robertson on behalf of South Carolina Episcopal Home at Still Hopes Inc. Services.

With a full continuum of care, this 48-bed community is designed to support residents whose care needs may progress. Its Episcopal heritage also helps shape the community’s culture and mission, while welcoming individuals from all faith backgrounds. The community’s over five decades of operational history also provides stability that can benefit families making long-term care decisions.

24-hour staffing, licensed rehabilitation programs, memory care support, skilled nursing services, and temporary respite stays are among the services offered, which provide a deeper level of clinical and supportive care than many assisted living-only communities. Chef-prepared meals made with fresh and locally sourced ingredients are also served in communal dining spaces.

Compared with other licensed CRCFs across South Carolina, the community operates on a more specialized and intimate scale rather than focusing on high residential volume. This smaller setting appeals to families seeking a combination of personalized support, faith-based values, and access to advanced healthcare services in the Columbia metropolitan area.

Providing access to multiple levels of care, including memory support, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing services under one roof, Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community is best for older adults seeking an established, mission-driven continuing care environment in West Columbia.

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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 English Meadows – Indian Land Campus

Located in the fast-growing Lancaster County, English Meadows – Indian Land Campus is a Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) in Indian Land, South Carolina, offering assisted living, memory care, independent living, and respite care. Administered by Jacki Picard and owned by Retreat at Indian Land LLC, this community is licensed with 70 beds and luxury-style accommodations.

Four named floor plan types are also available, including an assisted living one-bedroom, assisted living studio, independent living cottage, and memory care studio, covering multiple care levels. Furthermore, the community’s orientation toward luxury-style accommodations positions it as a premium option in the local market.

The Indian Land corridor has seen rapid residential growth as part of the greater Charlotte metro’s southward expansion into Lancaster County, creating strong demand for quality housing for older adults close to suburban amenities. In comparison, the nearby Meridian at Carolina Lakes, which offers 117 beds and memory care, is a useful local comparison for families evaluating nearby assisted living options.

As a moderately sized community, English Meadows – Indian Land Campus is an ideal option for older adults and families in Indian Land and Lancaster County, including those relocating from the Charlotte, North Carolina metro, who value upscale accommodations, published transparent pricing, and a full spectrum of care levels, including memory care.

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Overview of Rosecrest Community Residential Care

Rosecrest Community Residential Care is a continuing care retirement community in Inman, South Carolina, in Spartanburg County, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing under one roof. The community is owned and operated by Lutheran Homes of South Carolina Inc., with Rebecca Mccurry serving as administrator. That full continuum lets residents move between levels of care without relocating as their needs change over time.

The community has 45 beds and recent occupancy of 64.3 percent, leaving room across its care levels. The average length of stay is about 39 days, reflecting a mix of shorter, post-acute residents and those receiving longer-term care. Respite care is also available for families who need a temporary stay option.

Total nursing care per resident averages 5 hours and 3 minutes each day. That total includes 32 minutes of registered nurse time, 1 hour and 15 minutes of licensed practical nurse care, and 2 hours and 19 minutes of nurse aide support per resident daily. Rehabilitation services round out the clinical program, supporting residents recovering from illness, injury, or a hospital stay.

State inspections here have most often touched on pharmacy practices, nutrition, and quality of care documentation. Findings in those areas were addressed and corrected according to the facility’s inspection record.

Rosecrest maintains a dedicated Alzheimer’s unit within its memory care program. Amenities include a wellness center with LifeTrail fitness equipment, a walking trail, a library, a business center, on-site laundry with dry cleaning, and a beauty shop and barber. Community programming rounds out day-to-day life alongside the rehabilitation and nursing services already in place.

The community accepts Medicare and private pay, giving families more than one route to help cover the cost of care. Families touring Rosecrest may want to ask how the memory care unit is staffed day to day.

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Overview of Rice Estate

Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare sits on Finley Road in Columbia’s Richland County, operated by Lutheran Homes of South Carolina Inc for the past 18 years. The 80-bed campus is not a single-use nursing facility. It carries nursing home care alongside assisted living, independent living, memory support, hospice, and respite services, a continuum that allows residents to move between levels of care without leaving the property.

With 69 of 80 beds occupied, the facility runs at 86% capacity. The 67-day average length of stay tells you something meaningful about who comes here: most residents are working through a defined recovery, not settling in indefinitely. That shorter-stay orientation shapes the staffing picture too.

Total nursing hours reach 4 hours and 38 minutes per resident per day, with registered nurses clocking 40 minutes of that daily. For a post-acute setting, that level of direct clinical contact is worth noting.

The named Rehabilitation & Nursing program anchors the short-stay side of the operation, and memory support is available for residents who need a higher level of cognitive care. The Magnolia Dining Room serves a daily menu built from fresh, local ingredients, with Private Dining Rooms available when families want a quieter setting. Courtyard Gardens, walking paths, and access to a protected wetlands area give the grounds an unhurried character that contrasts with typical urban nursing home campuses. A fitness room, beauty and barber salon, card room, and multi-purpose room fill out the common areas inside.

Rice Estate accepts Medicare and private pay. It is built for adults who need structured post-acute rehabilitation or longer-term nursing care within a setting that can accommodate changing care needs over time.

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Weighting overview

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    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.