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Overview of The Woodlands at Furman

The Woodlands at Furman is a continuing care retirement community in Greenville, SC, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in a nursing home setting. Having these care levels on one campus may suit someone whose needs grow over time, because moving among services can take place within the community.

Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Assisted living helps with daily tasks, memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Housing includes one bedroom, two bedroom, and three bedroom apartments, as well as cottages and private rooms. A two bedroom or three bedroom apartment can work well for someone moving with a companion, while a private room offers a single room arrangement; Respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Rehabilitation services and therapy gyms allow residents to receive therapy on site instead of traveling elsewhere. Activities include Osher Lifelong Learning Institute classes and lectures, day trips, cultural events, hiking and walking trails, golf at Furman University Golf Club, and Furman University music performances and athletic events. Dining is served buffet style, with vegetarian and gluten free options, and the enclosed courtyard provides a designated place for walking.

Promedica Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center caters to residents needing skilled nursing care on a short- or long-term basis at Forest Drive in Columbia, South Carolina. The facility highlights creating a home-like atmosphere where each resident gets personalized care from a trained staff, with specialized programs tailored to address individual needs.

The center offers rehabilitation services and wide amenities built to bolster daily comfort and social engagement. Lounges and activity spaces are common areas that give residents places to relax and connect with others. Housekeeping and laundry services are also offered. Rooms exist in private or semi-private configurations, with internet access and TV provided. Phone service keeps residents in touch with family and friends. Here, nutrition is central to the care approach: meals are prepared considering residents’ dietary needs. The activities calendar draws on various pursuits, from horticulture and arts and crafts to cultural and religious celebrations, to deliver daily purpose and enjoyment. The surrounding area has a Walk Score of 43, indicating that a few nearby services may be walkable, with most errands and appointments requiring transportation.