White Oak of Columbia

Q: Is White Oak of Columbia in a walkable area?

White Oak of Columbia has a walk score of 29. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: Are there photos of White Oak of Columbia?

Yes — there are 103 photos of White Oak of Columbia in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the phone number of White Oak of Columbia?

(803) 782-4363 will put you in contact with the team at White Oak of Columbia.

Q: Is White Oak of Columbia Medicare or Medicaid certified?

White Oak of Columbia is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of White Oak of Columbia

White Oak of Columbia is a skilled nursing center that boasts a 120-bed capacity and is situated in the heart of Columbia, SC. Their location is strategic as it is close to several hospitals, which allows them to provide top-notch care through a highly competitive team of professionals. One of the remarkable things about White Oak of Columbia is its compassionate and respectful approach to providing long-term nursing care, as well as short-term rehabilitation services.
They have a wide range of offerings, including dementia care, diathermy, prosthetics, orthotics training, speech-language therapy, wound care, and much more. Their rehabilitation services cater to individuals recovering from amputation, back injury, stroke, and orthopedic, and cardiopulmonary issues. White Oak of Columbia also offers assisted and independent living services that provide a safe, private, and comfortable environment for residents.

(803) 782-4363

Staffing hours breakdown

Hours per resident per day — compared to South Carolina state averages

Staff type	Hours / Day / Resident	vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.	21m per day	▼ 45% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.	1h 9m per day	▲ 13% State avg: 1h 1m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.	2h 2m per day	▼ 8% State avg: 2h 13m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.	2h 58m per day	▼ 11% State avg: 3h 20m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.	3m per day	▼ 40% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.	10m per day	▼ 58% State avg: 24m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Walk Score: 29 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Secured Perimeter

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety Features24-hour emergency call system

Accept Medicaid

Rehabilitation Services

Short-Term Rehab

24-Hour Staffing

Home Care

Spa

Chapel

Dining Room

Cafe

Housekeeping

Wellness Center

24/7 Care

Branded ProgramsAccelerated Care Plus Program

Specific ProgramsNotice of Nondiscrimination, Notice of Language Assistance, Code of Conduct

Religious ServicesYes

Food DescriptionThe dining program includes a noon-day meal for residents.

Long-stay resident measures

Above average

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days 1.24

39% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 2.03

ED visits per 1,000 days 0.91

52% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1.91

Short-stay resident measures

Above average

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay 20.5%

17% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 24.7%

Emergency department visits 4.2%

70% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 14.1%

Falls with major injury 0.0%

100% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge 42.9%

20% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community 43.0%

15% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 50.6%

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%)

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)

Compare Nursing Home around Columbia

The information below is reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality.

4 facilities compared · CMS & SC Dept. of Health data


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Wildewood Downs Retirement Community	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. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. 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.	Columbia (Williamsburg East)	57 Facility 57 SC AVG 90 Rank #229 / 309	28.1% Facility 28.1% SC AVG 82.1% Rank #118 / 122	-66%	5.41 Facility 5.41 SC AVG 4.00 Rank #9 / 112	+300%	+35%	$3.7k Facility $3.7k SC AVG $34.8k Rank #42 / 114	13 Facility 13 SC AVG 13.7 Rank #65 / 113	4.3 Facility 4.3 SC AVG 3.4 Rank #87 / 113	-	16	A+	33 Facility 33 SC AVG 32 Rank #119 / 232	Diana Chavis	$18.0M Facility $18.0M SC AVG $13.0M Rank #35 / 116	$7.0M Facility $7.0M SC AVG $5.4M Rank #53 / 116	39% Facility 39% SC AVG 44% Rank #94 / 116	425385
The Oaks of Orangeburg	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. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Orangeburg (Felder)	122 Facility 122 SC AVG 90 Rank #61 / 309	76.8% Facility 76.8% SC AVG 82.1% Rank #89 / 122	-6%	2.98 Facility 2.98 SC AVG 4.00 Rank #105 / 112	-59%	-25%	$111.7k Facility $111.7k SC AVG $34.8k Rank #111 / 114	23 Facility 23 SC AVG 13.7 Rank #99 / 113	4.6 Facility 4.6 SC AVG 3.4 Rank #91 / 113	1	115	A+	0 Facility 0 SC AVG 32 Rank #229 / 232	Joseph Fowler	$13.1M Facility $13.1M SC AVG $13.0M Rank #60 / 116	$7.3M Facility $7.3M SC AVG $5.4M Rank #47 / 116	55.9% Facility 55.9% SC AVG 44% Rank #33 / 116	425131
The Brian Center Nursing Care – St. Andrews	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. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. 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.	Columbia (Seven Oaks)	108 Facility 108 SC AVG 90 Rank #98 / 309	28.7% Facility 28.7% SC AVG 82.1% Rank #117 / 122	-65%	4.07 Facility 4.07 SC AVG 4.00 Rank #38 / 112	+36%	+2%	$41.0k Facility $41.0k SC AVG $34.8k Rank #98 / 114	41 Facility 41 SC AVG 13.7 Rank #112 / 113	6.8 Facility 6.8 SC AVG 3.4 Rank #111 / 113	4	31	A+	14 Facility 14 SC AVG 32 Rank #178 / 232	-	$8.9M Facility $8.9M SC AVG $13.0M Rank #95 / 116	$4.6M Facility $4.6M SC AVG $5.4M Rank #93 / 116	51.9% Facility 51.9% SC AVG 44% Rank #43 / 116	425129

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Is White Oak of Columbia in a walkable area?

White Oak of Columbia has a walk score of 29. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of White Oak of Columbia?

Yes — there are 103 photos of White Oak of Columbia in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of White Oak of Columbia?

(803) 782-4363 will put you in contact with the team at White Oak of Columbia.

Is White Oak of Columbia Medicare or Medicaid certified?

White Oak of Columbia is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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