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9 Best Memory Care Facilities in Blythewood, SC
If your loved one needs memory care in Blythewood, A Place for Mom can help. With 9 memory care facilities in Blythewood, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Blythewood incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Blythewood memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Blythewood, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Columbia Commercial Historic District.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Columbia, Lexington and Irmo.
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22 Floor plans available
9.8
Review score
61 reviews
I am so very thankful we found Fairforest Grove for Mother! It was such a difficult decision to make having to place her somewhere in the first place; but I couldn’t be happier with the outcome. I’ve not...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Fairforest Grove, you’ll feel the difference that regional ownership and management make in creating a warm, family-focused environment, especially suited for senior living. Fairforest Grove is owned and managed by Mainstay Senior Living, not by a corporation or senior care conglomerate. Our...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
55 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
9.4
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5 reviews
Grandma's enriched life… Grandma's social life flourished when she moved in to Vitality Living Columbia. The different activities and the genuine connections she's made with fellow residents have greatly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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34 reviews
We are very pleased with Brookdale.Everyone here does their best to make our mother feel comfortable as she has to adjust to her new home.The staff is friendly to our family as we visit with our mother each...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Greatest AdventureTucked away in a beautiful building in Columbia, South Carolina, you can experience a retirement rich in luxury amenities and spacious accommodations. With personalized care plans, an action-packed events calendar and a warm and friendly group of residents, you may think you...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
99 Photos available
3232 Floor plans available
8.9
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57 reviews
I would tell a friend my mother has been very pleased with Harmony independent living. She's found a group a ladies she enjoys. The staff is very friendly. Communication through email to the billing office...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to The Harmony Collection at ColumbiaIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Columbia, South Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support,...
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My Aunt has been at the Haven for around seven months. She came from another place where she had UTI's all the time. We are still paying bills from those. Here she has not had one. The place is set up...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We are a 60 bed secured Alzheimer's and Dementia Care community. We promote independence and choice. We have 3 unique neighborhoods where residents are placed dependent on their personal level of cognitive function. This way their neighbors are understanding to each other because they are at the...
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After visiting several places in the Columbia area, I made the decision to place my dear friend at The Palmettos. That was in March 2020. Two and a half years later, I am still confident that I made the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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My brother lived here for several years. He was treated with love and respect. I will always feel this facility is part of my family. I miss my brother so much..
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of memory care in Blythewood, SC
The average cost of senior living in Blythewood is $4,139 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Prosperity, SC with an average of $3,583 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Blythewood, SC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Blythewood, SC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Blythewood, SC by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Blythewood
Recent reviews for memory care in Blythewood
Brookdale Harbison in Columbia, SC
4.0
My experience with Brookdale is positive. It is much more important than I initially realized to carefully match the capabilities of the prospective resident to the level of care the facility offers.
The Legacy of Lexington
3.6
My Dad was there for such a short time we did not get very acquainted with the staff. Those we did interact with were very friendly and helpful.
Fairforest Grove Senior Living in Columbia, SC
5.0
What we like the most about Fairforest Grove is the friendly staff who appear to know our loved one and recognize us each time we visit; appears to be taking care of our loved one; cleanliness; different activities offered.
Price went up which may be a challenge.
Blythewood review score based on 35 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 35 reviews of 8 Blythewood memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Blythewood review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Blythewood review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Blythewood memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 35 reviews of 8 Blythewood memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Blythewood resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Blythewood, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.0
Value for cost*
3.7
4.0
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Blythewood memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blythewood memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blythewood, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Blythewood memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Blythewood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.5%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Blythewood memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Blythewood Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
37.5%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Blythewood memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Blythewood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.5%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Blythewood memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Blythewood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blythewood memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Blythewood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
46.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Colonial at Old Camden, Fairforest Grove Senior Living and Harbison Shores are the top-rated memory care facilities near Blythewood, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 9 memory care facilities near Blythewood, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Blythewood, South Carolina are The Colonial at Old Camden and Fairforest Grove Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 9 memory care facilities near you in Blythewood, South Carolina typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Blythewood, South Carolina, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Blythewood, South Carolina, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Blythewood, South Carolina ranges from $1300 to $7495. The average Memory Care cost in Blythewood, South Carolina is $4,139. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Blythewood, South Carolina typically starts at $1300. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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