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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Chapin, SC

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If your loved one needs memory care in Chapin, A Place for Mom can help. With 20 memory care facilities in Chapin, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Chapin incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Chapin memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Chapin, 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 Lexington, Irmo and Newberry.

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22 Floor plans available
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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...
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My mother has only been there since [date removed] she seems content and always smiling, the staff is kind and she seems to like them and they are around at all times if needed. They are very good at...
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.
Harbison Shores is an assisted living community in Irmo, South Carolina. Irmo is part of the Columbia metro area, offering residents easy access to fine shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities. Recognized by Money Magazine as one of the most 'Affordable Places to Live in the Country',...
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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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Brookdale Harbison gets a 5 in each and every category! My mother in law loves it there, and her opinion is the only one that really matters. We have had no issues.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Embrace The Golden YearsIf you want to embrace your golden years with enthusiasm and energy without sacrificing peace of mind that comes from having access to quality care, look no further than our assisted living community in Columbia, South Carolina. Surrounded by a warm and welcoming care team...
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66 Floor plans available
8.7
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Legacy sent someone to evaluate my aunt and determined she did not need to be there in long term care. They move her to assisted care. The Legacy entire staff came out to meet her. That was very special. My...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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 Legacy of Lexington is an assisted living community situated in the heart of Lexington, South Carolina, high on a tranquil hill where the outdoors can be enjoyed from the rocking chairs on the front porch.Along with our beautiful surroundings, it's the people at The Legacy of Lexington who...
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The staff taking care of my dad are excellent, caring, and understanding. They take very good care of him and understand him so well! The meals are excellent and well-balanced. The rooms are cleaned weekly...
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.
Oakleaf Village of Lexington has been in operation since 2001. This means we have staff that have been taking care of Lexington County residents for over 18 years. We pride ourselves on the lack of turnover we have in our care team, so we can promise more continuity of care. Your loved one won’t...
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We went with Generations of Chapin because it was close to home and the value for the money was good. There are a lot of activities provided, but they are an extra charge and I was not expecting that. She is...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Generations Assisted Living Facilities and related businesses were founded by Louetta A. Slice who was a registered nurse, licensed nursing home administrator and a certified assisted living administrator. Her health care career was devoted to helping and caring for senior adults. Generations...
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My father really enjoyed himself here everyone was very nice and helpful treated us like family would recommend to anyone.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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.
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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
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: 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.

Cost of memory care in Chapin, SC

The average cost of senior living in Chapin is $3,713 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Silverstreet, SC with an average of $2,759 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Chapin, SC vs. nearby cities

Chapin, SC
$3,713/mo
$3,855/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Chapin, SC vs. the state and national average

Chapin, SC
$3,713/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Chapin vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$3,713/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Chapin, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$3,613/mo
Studio
$4,018/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,435/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,918/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Chapin over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Chapin

Recent reviews for memory care in Chapin

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

5.0
There was a much welcomed management change several months ago, and things have noticeably improved. The common areas have been painted, new carpet and vinyl were installed, and I understand that new furniture has been ordered for these areas. A number of employees were replaced, and the staff ...
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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.

Chapin review score based on 86 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 86 reviews of 16 Chapin memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Chapin 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

Chapin review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Chapin, SC16 facilities
7.9
Little Mountain, SC23 facilities
7.9
Peak, SC23 facilities

Review subcategories for Chapin 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 86 reviews of 16 Chapin memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Chapin 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.
Chapin, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.4
4.0
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Chapin memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chapin memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chapin, 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 Chapin 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 Chapin 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
37.5%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.3%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
43.8%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.8%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.8%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
31.3%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.8%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Chapin 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 Chapin 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
25%
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
31.3%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.3%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chapin 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 Chapin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chapin, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
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
12.5%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Chapin 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 Chapin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chapin, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
25%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chapin 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 Chapin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.3%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.3%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.3%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
18.8%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.3%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Harbison Shores and Forest Lake Manor are the top-rated memory care facilities near Chapin, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 20 memory care facilities near Chapin, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Chapin, South Carolina is Fairforest Grove Senior Living. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 20 memory care facilities near you in Chapin, 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 Chapin, 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 Chapin, 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 Chapin, South Carolina ranges from $1300 to $7450. The average Memory Care cost in Chapin, South Carolina is $3,713. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Chapin, 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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