Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care

Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care

Overview of Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care

Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care provides memory care in West Columbia, SC. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for residents who may be at risk of wandering, including someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. The community has 66 beds and offers studio and suite housing options, giving residents a choice between a studio and a suite.

The single-story building keeps all community spaces on one level, while pets are allowed for residents who want to live with a companion animal. Robert M. Pierce serves as the administrator, and West Columbia Mc operates the community. Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care may be a good fit for someone who needs supervised memory care in a setting that accommodates pets.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 66 Rank #106 / 165Bed count — State benchmarkedThis memory care community is ranked 106th out of 165 memory care communities we track in South Carolina for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other South Carolina facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every memory care community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Memory care communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #84 / 118Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis memory care community is ranked 84th out of 118 memory care communities we track in South Carolina for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across South Carolina facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every memory care community we track in South Carolina that reports data for that category. Memory care communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHL- Community Residential Care Facility
CountyLexington
License NumberCRC-2372
Business TypeLimited Liability

Ownership & Operating Entity

Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care is legally operated by West Columbia Mc LLC, and administered by Robert M Pierce.

Ownership TypeLimited Liability

Additional Services

1 service
Transportation Services

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness And Recreation

Room Accommodations

Housing OptionsStudio / Suite
Building TypeSingle-story

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Address 3.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from West Columbia's city center to Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Harmony at Columbia
MC
AL
IL
Columbia
110
Facility 110
SC AVG 86
Rank #34 / 165
Yes
36
Facility 36
SC AVG 33
Rank #53 / 118
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
The Blake at Woodcreek Farms
MC
AL
Elgin
100
Facility 100
SC AVG 86
Rank #48 / 165
Yes
17
Facility 17
SC AVG 33
Rank #86 / 118
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
West Columbia
66
Facility 66
SC AVG 86
Rank #106 / 165
Yes
18
Facility 18
SC AVG 33
Rank #84 / 118
Studio / Suite-
Fairforest Grove Senior Living
MC
AL
Columbia
66
Facility 66
SC AVG 86
Rank #106 / 165
No
41
Facility 41
SC AVG 33
Rank #40 / 118
StudioA+
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
West Columbia
22
Facility 22
SC AVG 86
Rank #163 / 165
Yes
63
Facility 63
SC AVG 33
Rank #6 / 118
-A+

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 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in South Carolina

Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care is located in West Columbia, South Carolina.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in South Carolina.

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Community Long Term Care (CLTC)

SC Medicaid CLTC

Age 65+ or disabled
General South Carolina resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
SC

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

South Carolina Respite Care Program

SC NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General South Carolina resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
SC

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General SC resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
SC

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

South Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General SC resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
SC

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

South Carolina SFMNP

Age 60+
General SC resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
SC

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 annually via 10 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Homestead Exemption Program

South Carolina Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled/blind)
General SC resident 1+ year, homeowner.
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed; home-focused.
SC

Saves ~$500-$1,000/year avg.; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Property tax exemption (~$50,000 value, ~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP)

South Carolina ESAP (SNAP for Seniors)

Age 60+
General SC resident, no earned income, not on SCCAP.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,732/month 133% FPL, individual
Asset Limits $4,250 individual, higher than standard SNAP
SC

Simplified process; serves ~50,000 seniors annually.

Benefits
EBT card for food (~$100-$300/month based on income)

Frequently Asked Questions about Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care

Who is the owner of Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care?

Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care is legally operated by West Columbia Mc LLC, and administered by Robert M Pierce.

Is Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care in a walkable area?

Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care has a walk score of 18. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care?

According to SC state health department records, Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care's license number is CRC-2372.

Are pets allowed at Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care?

Yes, Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care?

The team at Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care can be reached at JLITT@MONTICELLOAM.COM.

Who is the administrator of Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care?

Robert M Pierce is the administrator of Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care.

How many beds does Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care have?

Colonial Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care has 66 beds.

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