Page 19 of Best Memory Care in South Carolina

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Quillen Manor

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

Located in Fountain Inn, South Carolina, Quillen Manor is a Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services for older adults in the southern Greenville County area. Owned and operated by Quillen Manor LLC and administered by Heidi Renee Schaaf, the community has a 78-bed capacity. The community also maintains a smaller community environment, despite its location between Greenville and Simpsonville being one of the region’s growing residential bases.

A 24-hour awake care staff is available, meaning team members remain alert and actively available overnight rather than serving only in an on-call capacity. Housekeeping, laundry assistance, salon and barber services, WiFi access, and a schedule of daily social programs and activities are also provided, along with common spaces and an outdoor courtyard. Secured access systems and a fully sprinklered fire protection system are also available. Meals are also served restaurant-style in the dining hall or residents’ rooms.

With multiple levels of care offered, Quillen Manor is a good option for older adults seeking a continuum of care, from independent living to memory care services within Greenville County’s southern growth corridor. Its 24-hour awake staffing model also attracts families who place particular importance on overnight supervision.

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Overview of Stratford Place Goose Creek – Assisted Living

Stratford Place Goose Creek is a family-owned Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) in Goose Creek, South Carolina, offering assisted living, memory care, respite care, short-term rehabilitation, and transitional care services. With a 34-bed capacity, this community is administered by Derek Douglas under the ownership of Stratford Place AL LLC.

Its family-owned structure serves as a meaningful differentiator from corporate-operated communities since smaller ownership models often translate to more direct accountability and personalized attention at the leadership level.

The building features single-floor construction for easy navigation, wheelchair accessibility, and built-in emergency care systems, along with ark-like grounds. Licensed nurses and CNAs on staff, 24-hour staffing, visiting doctors, an on-site salon and barber shop, housekeeping, and laundry are also offered. Furthermore, transitional care is provided, positioning the community as a viable step-down option for individuals moving from a hospital or higher-acuity care setting.

Stratford Place Goose Creek, is a great option for older adults and families in the Goose Creek and Berkeley County area seeking a small, family-owned assisted living community with memory care capability and a welcoming transitional care orientation.

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Overview of English Meadows Carolina Bay Campus

English Meadows Carolina Bay Campus is a Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) in Hartsville, South Carolina, that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Licensed with 60 beds, the community is owned by Pine Tree Hill AL LLC and administered by Susan Ka-Ran Howle. As part of the English Meadows brand, the community reflects a regional approach focused on personalized care planning and upscale residential accommodations.

One-bedroom options are also available at multiple price points depending on layout and configuration, and dedicated memory care studios are also offered. The variety of floor plans includes standard studios, deluxe studios, shared suites, one-bedroom residences, semi-private layouts, and memory care accommodations, allowing families to select living arrangements that align with both care requirements and budget considerations.

Respite care is available for short-term stays, making the community a potential option for families seeking temporary support during caregiver transitions, recovery periods, or other short-term care situations. The residence operates seven days a week with 24-hour staffing and support services designed to accommodate residents across different levels of assistance and cognitive care needs.

Located in Hartsville, the community benefits from proximity to regional healthcare resources, including Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center. Its Pee Dee region location also provides local access to shopping, dining, and community services while maintaining a quieter residential setting.

With a combination of personalized care and access to Hartsville healthcare resources, English Meadows Carolina Bay Campus is best for older adults and families seeking a moderately sized residential community with memory care support, respite services, flexible floor plan options, and transparent pricing in northeastern South Carolina.

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Preston Health Center

87 Birdsong Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926-1365
Overview of Preston Health Center

Preston Health Center in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, provides nursing home, skilled nursing, and memory care services. Nursing and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing support on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secure setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering.

Short term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery stay. Long term care supports ongoing nursing needs, so Preston Health Center may be a good fit for someone with dementia who also needs skilled nursing support.

The center has 77 beds, with total nurse staffing of 6 hours and 47 minutes per resident per day. That figure represents the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident, which helps families understand the amount of nursing coverage connected to each place in the home. Medicare and private pay are accepted, providing two stated ways to cover care.

Monique Mcrae serves as the administrator, and The Cypress Club operates the community. Private and semi private rooms are available, allowing a resident to live alone or share a room.

The Preston Spa provides supervised bathing, giving residents assistance during that personal care activity. Dining options are prepared by the culinary team at The Cypress, while rehabilitation services and the Short Term Rehab program support residents receiving recovery focused care. The Preston Difference is another specific program at the center.

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Bevid Place

2902 E Main St Ext, Spartanburg, SC 29307
Overview of Bevid Place

Bevid Place is a Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) in Spartanburg, South Carolina, providing assisted living and memory care. Administered by Loran Frye and operated by Bevid Place LLC, the community has an 113-bed capacity. Chef-prepared meals, licensed nursing support, 24-hour care coverage for those requiring personal assistance and memory support, and planned activities are also offered.

With 113 licensed beds, the community is the largest CRCF-licensed assisted living provider within the Spartanburg comparison group, exceeding the capacities of similar communities. Its east Spartanburg location also serves families in a different residential corridor than many western and central Spartanburg senior living communities, offering a convenient option for residents throughout eastern Spartanburg County.

Bevid Place is well-suited for older adults in Spartanburg seeking assisted living or memory care within a larger residential community that combines licensed clinical support and lifestyle services.

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Overview of Kauhale Pettigru

Kauhale Pettigru provides assisted living and memory care in Greenville, SC. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while residents maintain their own apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.

Both care levels are available within one community. For a resident whose needs grow over time, that can allow a move to a different level of care without leaving the community. With 115 beds, Kauhale Pettigru offers a medium sized setting without implying a particular level of staffing or programming.

Residents may keep pets, and salon services provide on site personal grooming. Outings give residents opportunities to take part in activities away from the community, while the ASAP program adds a named program to the services available. Shannon Minshall serves as administrator, and Kauhale Greenville operates the community. This may be a good fit for someone who needs assisted living now or memory care as needs change, particularly if remaining in the same community matters.

Contact Kauhale Pettigru

Overview of Inlet Coastal Resort

Inlet Coastal Resort is a family-owned senior living community in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Licensed as a 62-bed Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF), the community operates under Inlet Coastal Resort LLC, with William Gatti serving as administrator. It also serves older adults throughout the South Strand region of Horry County.

Available accommodations include both private and semi-private suites, while services and amenities feature chef-prepared meals focused on nutrition and flavor, daily activity programming, individualized care planning, onsite therapy services, transportation to medical appointments, social events, and 24-hour staffing support. Rehabilitation services and respite care are also available, along with a combination of extensive amenities. This offers a balance between personalized attention and comprehensive service availability.

Its Murrells Inlet location provides convenient access to healthcare resources such as Grand Strand Medical Center and Waccamaw Community Hospital, while also placing residents near one of the region’s best-known coastal retirement destinations.

Inlet Coastal Resort appeals to older adults seeking a more intimate, owner-operated living environment along the South Carolina coast, particularly those who value individualized care, onsite therapy access, and restaurant-style dining. For families exploring assisted living and memory care options between Myrtle Beach and Pawleys Island, this community stands out for its family ownership model and broad amenity offerings within a smaller community setting.

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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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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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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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  • State Inspections
  • 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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  • Video Tours
  • 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
  • Staff Info Available
  • 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 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.