Page 9 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. 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.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Sprenger Healthcare of Bluffton
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Okatie
60
Facility 60
SC AVG 86
Rank #117 / 165
No--
Wellmore of Daniel Island
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Charleston (Daniel Island)
174
Facility 174
SC AVG 86
Rank #5 / 165
Yes
12
Facility 12
SC AVG 33
Rank #97 / 118
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The Legacy of Orangeburg
MC
AL
Orangeburg
49
Facility 49
SC AVG 86
Rank #146 / 165
No
4
Facility 4
SC AVG 33
Rank #112 / 118
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Pearl at Five Forks
MC
RC
Simpsonville
64
Facility 64
SC AVG 86
Rank #113 / 165
Yes-Studio / Companion
Oaks at Greenwood
MC
AL
RC
Greenwood
49
Facility 49
SC AVG 86
Rank #146 / 165
No
28
Facility 28
SC AVG 33
Rank #72 / 118
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Belvedere Commons of Seneca
MC
ADC
AL
IL
Seneca
62
Facility 62
SC AVG 86
Rank #115 / 165
No
4
Facility 4
SC AVG 33
Rank #112 / 118
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Lancaster Grove Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Lancaster
65
Facility 65
SC AVG 86
Rank #111 / 165
Yes
18
Facility 18
SC AVG 33
Rank #84 / 118
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Legacy of Hartsville
MC
AL
Hartsville
54
Facility 54
SC AVG 86
Rank #138 / 165
No
24
Facility 24
SC AVG 33
Rank #77 / 118
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Anderson Oaks Assisted Living
MC
AL
RC
Conway
80
Facility 80
SC AVG 86
Rank #84 / 165
No
6
Facility 6
SC AVG 33
Rank #110 / 118
Studio / 1 Bed
Sumter Terrace Assisted Living
MC
AL
Sumter
52
Facility 52
SC AVG 86
Rank #140 / 165
No
27
Facility 27
SC AVG 33
Rank #74 / 118
Private / Semi-Private Apartments

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Overview of The Pines at Florence Assisted Living & Memory Care

The Pines at Florence excels in providing personalized care uniquely designed for individuals’ specific needs. An assisted living and memory care home offers a holistic approach to wellness, with various care options catering to individual needs. Management and staff have done outstanding work providing care for their residents’ growth. The upscale residential senior living home is ideal for an easy and perfect transition into a convenient, well-designed life.

As the premier choice of communities in South Carolina, The Pines lifestyle encourages residents to participate in activities and maximize the amenities to socialize and promote a warm and welcoming environment. Community boasts elegant designs and upscale amenities such as its dining room, brightly-lit lounge areas, spacious apartments, courtyard, and arts and crafts studio.

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Overview of The Legacy of Hartsville

The Legacy of Hartsville operates a 54-bed residential community on West Carolina Avenue in Hartsville, South Carolina. Supervised by administrator Lori K. Turner and operated by SNH SC Tenant LLC, the single-story building features studio, suite, and one-bedroom apartment floor plans. The single-level design provides an environment free of stairs, helping residents with physical limitations move through the common spaces easily.

The surrounding area is car-dependent, carrying a walkability score of 24 out of 100, which means local families and staff require a vehicle to handle off-site errands. Daily services encompass routine meals, snacks, fitness activities, and coordinated transit for medical and professional appointments.

For individuals requiring cognitive support, the facility runs a dedicated secure memory care unit featuring the Pathways to Discovery program, which incorporates structured activities for Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. On-site staff members also manage weekly laundry, housekeeping, maintenance, and an emergency response system operating around the clock.

Families can call the administrative office to inquire about current apartment availability and monthly pricing structures.

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Overview of Anderson Oaks Assisted Living

Proud to be the only locally owned non-profit assisted living community in the area, Anderson Oaks Assisted Living is truly a hidden gem in Conway, SC. The community offers a range of services, including assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Beautifully appointed accommodations ranging from studio apartments to one-bedroom suite apartments are available for its residents.

Anderson Oaks Assisted Living is comprised of a team of dedicated and passionate individuals devoted to meeting the individual needs of its residents. The community offers daily activities, including church services and bi-weekly outings, designed to promote physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Meet new companions and create unforgettable memories together. At Anderson Oaks Assisted Living, seniors are guaranteed a safe, engaging, and meaningful stay.

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Overview of Oaks at Greenwood

Embrace vibrant living with compassionate support at Oaks at Greenwood in Greenwood, SC, an excellent senior living community offering assisted living and respite care. Residents can choose from a variety of floor plans, including a studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments they can customize with their favorite furniture and treasured mementos. Offering

24-hour personal assistance, an emergency system, and a maintenance team available anytime, the community guarantees residents a lifestyle free of maintenance worries and filled with plenty of opportunities to do new things. At Oaks at Greenwood, residents enjoy every minute with services that support their ideal senior lifestyle. From a full calendar of activities to various amenities, there’s plenty to do to stay engaged and active. Residents enjoy physical therapy on-site, pharmacy services, salon services, and an enriched and meaningful dining experience featuring carefully-prepared meals. At Oaks at Greenwood, there’s plenty of ways to enjoy every minute of your retirement experience.

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Sumter Terrace Assisted Living

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

Sumter Terrace Assisted Living provides assisted living and memory care in Sumter, SC. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The community has 52 beds, keeping it smaller in scale so staff and residents can get to know one another.

Private and semi private apartments are available. A private apartment provides a single living space, while a semi private apartment suits someone who wants to share space with a companion. Offering both assisted living and memory care may suit a resident whose care needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Taylor Evans serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Belvedere Commons of Seneca

Situated in the heart of Seneca, SC, the Belverde Commons of Seneca is an esteemed senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. A variety of accommodations ranging from studio and one-bedroom and private and semi-private suites are available depending on personal preferences. This community offers an excellent and dedicated team that ensures immediate care and support for its residents. In terms of memory care, it provides a specialized memory care program regardless of cognitive conditions.

Explore its wonderful amenities and services wherein residents can access wellness programming, outdoor courtyard, and fitness programming. Indulge in 3 delectable meals daily and avail of their weekly housekeeping and laundry. At the Belvedere Commons of Seneca, seniors can truly enjoy an extraordinary living experience.

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Overview of Sprenger Healthcare of Bluffton

Located in Okatie, South Carolina, Sprenger Healthcare of Bluffton is a nursing home in Beaufort County, along the Bluffton–Hilton Head corridor. The community offers skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite services. Sprenger Healthcare of Bluffton, Inc. operates the facility. Janelle Shaw owns it, while Teresa Dixon serves as administrator. Medicare and private pay are accepted, giving families more than one way to cover care.

The 60-bed community is currently near full capacity, with an occupancy rate of 91%. Residents stay an average of about 33 days, a pattern consistent with short-term rehabilitation stays. Total nursing care averages 3 hours and 50 minutes per resident daily. Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides share that coverage. This hands-on staffing supports residents recovering from surgery, a hospital stay, or an acute illness.

Clinical services focus mainly on short-term recovery. On-site therapies, outpatient therapy, and nurse practitioner services support skilled nursing and rehabilitation. State and federal inspections have often focused on pharmacy services and infection control practices. The facility has addressed and corrected those areas over time. Families touring the community can ask how staff manage these processes.

Residents have access to chef-designed menus based on local cuisine, and meals are served in elegant dining rooms with a restaurant-style setting. Rehabilitation therapies, nursing coverage, and dining services support the community’s short-stay recovery role. Longer-term nursing and memory care are also available for residents who need them.

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Overview of Wellmore of Daniel Island

Wellmore of Daniel Island is a dreamlike haven where every retiree can find a home that suits their unique needs and preferences. From assisted living to Alzheimer’s and dementia care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehab, the community takes pride in its ability to offer a full range of care options. Independent living, assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing, the community has it all, making it the perfect choice for those seeking an unparalleled retirement experience. 
The community’s on-site rehab services and heated indoor therapy and classroom aerobic space are ideal for those who want to stay healthy and active. With 11 unique floor plans to choose from, residents can pick the perfect home that fits their lifestyle and preferences. The proximity to the Magnolia Plantation and Gardens adds to the charm of the community, making it a breathtakingly beautiful destination for all. Fine dining options, activity rooms, living rooms, studies, cafe bars, and even a salon and spa are available to ensure that residents have everything they need to thrive.

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Overview of The Pearl at Five Forks

With a capacity of 64 residents, The Pearl at Five Forks is a residential care community in Simpsonville, South Carolina, offering memory care, rehabilitation services, and respite care. Operated by Psl Simpsonvillee Subtenant LLC under the administration of Shelly Rochester, it also features studio and companion accommodations to meet a variety of care needs.

To support older adults, licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants are available 24 hours a day. Additionally, residents receive medication management, chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, personal laundry and linen service, and daily wellness checks.

Beyond daily support, the community encourages an active and engaging lifestyle through life-enrichment programs that promote connection and purpose. Amenities include a spa, movie theater, resident garden, interactive entertainment, therapy services, main and private dining rooms, and complimentary transportation for appointments and outings.

Although the surrounding area is highly car-dependent, transportation services help residents remain connected to the local community.

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Overview of The Legacy of Orangeburg

Based in the enticing community of Orangeburg, SC, The Legacy of Orangeburg is a peculiar senior living community offering assisted living services. Here, residents can select from a wide range of accommodations including one-bedroom, two-bedroom, studio, deluxe, and suite. With its trained and engaging team, this community renders an emergency response team and round-the-clock personalized care services.

Committed to delivering high-quality amenities and services, residents can avail of weekly housekeeping and laundry services, in-house maintenance services, and free transportation to all professional services. Satisfy your cravings with chef-prepared delectable meals and snacks daily. Participate in a full-packed schedule of life-enrichment activities and social events. Meet new companions and share meaningful memories within the beautiful spaces of this community. At The Legacy of Orangeburg, seniors can truly acquire a classic retirement.

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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.