What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.

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Ruby Donald Residential Care | Nursing Home in Greenville, SC

Overview of Ruby Donald Residential Care

Ruby Donald Residential Care offers quality residential and supportive services for seniors, fostering their room for wellness. The facility provides a unique care living experience with a commitment to love, kindness, and compassion. Residents receive personalized care tailored to their emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual needs.

(864) 203-7159 info@rubydonaldsc.com

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 88

88-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

Facility TypeCommunity Residential Care Facilities

StatusActive

ExpirationJanuary 31, 2027

License NumberCRC-2156

Ruby Donald Residential Care is administrated by Miller, Jackie.

Owner NameRUBY DONALD RESIDENTIAL CARE LLC

Accept Medicaid

24-Hour Staffing

Email [email protected]

Specific ProgramsDaily Exercise Under Supervision, Spiritual Meditations, Active Group Conversations, Bingo, Puzzles, Word Games, Cards, and Board Games, Shopping, Church, Lunch and Dinner date, Medication Administration, Personal Care, Companionship, Continuous Supervision and Monitoring, Night Supervision

Food DescriptionWell-balanced diet plans with fresh food prepared daily.

Meals IncludedYes

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid

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5 facilities compared · CMS & SC Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Cherrydale Post Acute		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Greenville	132	87.7%	+7%	3.08				+52%	-23%	1	8	2.7	2	127	-	-	Sc Master Tenant, Llc	$6.1M	$1.8M	28.9%	425106
Greenville Post Acute		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Greenville	132	93.7%	+14%	3.59				+22%	-10%	1	19	6.3	0	126	-	-	Stanger, Brock	$18.3M	$5.1M	28%	425042
Ruby Donald Residential Care	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Greenville	88	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Kauhale Pettigru	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Greenville	115	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Linville Court at The Cascades Verdae	-	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Greenville (Cascades Verdae)	44	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	0	-	-	8	Cascades Nursing Llc	-	-	-	-

Cherrydale Post Acute

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Greenville

Bed Count: 132

Occupancy: 87.7%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +7%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.1

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

+52%

Staffing vs State Avg: -23%

Number of Fines: 1

Citations: 8

Citations per Inspection: 2.7

Severe Citations: 2

Avg Residents/Day: 127

Operator: Sc Master Tenant, Llc

Home Revenue: $6,066,858.00

Payroll Costs: $1,753,539.00

Payroll %: 28.9%

CCN: 425106

Greenville Post Acute

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Greenville

Bed Count: 132

Occupancy: 93.7%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +14%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.6

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

+22%

Staffing vs State Avg: -10%

Number of Fines: 1

Citations: 19

Citations per Inspection: 6.3

Avg Residents/Day: 126

Operator: Stanger, Brock

Home Revenue: $18,322,787.00

Payroll Costs: $5,135,927.00

Payroll %: 28%

CCN: 425042

Ruby Donald Residential Care

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Greenville

Bed Count: 88

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Kauhale Pettigru

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Greenville

Bed Count: 115

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Linville Court at The Cascades Verdae

Type of care: AL MC NH

Community: Greenville (Cascades Verdae)

Bed Count: 44

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Operator: Cascades Nursing Llc

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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).

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.

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).

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

Benefits

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

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

South Carolina LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized

General SC resident, low-income household.

Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via ECAP (~$500 max).

Benefits

Heating/cooling aid (~$300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid Weatherization

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

South Carolina SCSEP

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, SC resident.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; Goodwill/AARP partnership.

Benefits

Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

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.

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.

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

Simplified process; serves ~50,000 seniors annually.

Benefits

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

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