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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in Congaree, SC

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If your loved one needs memory care in Congaree, A Place for Mom can help. With 7 memory care facilities in Congaree, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Congaree incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Congaree memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Congaree, 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, Sumter and West Columbia.

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Photo of Forest Lake Manor
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Everyone was very nice and helpful! The man at the desk was wonderful. I think he mostly works nights. The financial lady was very helpful. The medication man was great. Really everyone I dealt with was...
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.
In a beautiful homestead with an expansive Southern-style front porch, you'll find Forest Lake Manor, a family-style senior community. Enjoy a quiet walk in the courtyard, relax with friends by the fountain, or visit with family in the dayroom. Located in the heart of Forest Acres, Forest Lake...
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My mother in law is still adjusting to living at this community. The staff have been fabulous and have helped every step of the way. The entire staff watch out for her. She likes the food and they do offer...
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.
Carolina Gardens at Kathwood is an assisted living and memory care community in Columbia, South Carolina. Located in the capital city of Columbia, our residents enjoy unparalleled access to fine shopping, dining and medical facilities. Columbia is a historic city with a thriving downtown area,...
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I'm hoping once the changes in employees is finalized that they retain them better. Every staff member - admin has changed since September The independent living is nicer than others because they have a door...
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 Mill Creek Manor Independent, Assisted Living, & Memory Care, located in beautiful Columbia, SCMill Creek Manor is conveniently located to dining, shopping, and surrounded by beautiful Sesquicentennial Park.Here at Mill Creek Manor we provide a senior living neighborhood with the...
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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.
Photo of The Palmettos of Parklane
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 Congaree, SC

The average cost of senior living in Congaree is $3,981 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sumter, SC with an average of $3,296 per month.

Memory care costs in Congaree, SC, vs. nearby cities

Congaree, SC
$3,981/mo
$4,097/mo
$3,997/mo

Memory care costs in Congaree, SC, vs. state and national averages

Congaree, SC
$3,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,796/mo

Memory care costs in Congaree, SC, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$3,981/mo

Memory care costs in Congaree, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,200/mo
Studio
$5,448/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,795/mo

Senior living costs in Congaree vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Congaree, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCongaree, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$3,981/mo$4,162/mo$4,796/mo
Assisted Living$3,892/mo$4,129/mo$4,559/mo
Independent Living$3,313/mo$3,911/mo$4,019/mo
Memory Care
Congaree, SC:$3,981/mo
South Carolina:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,796/mo
Assisted Living
Congaree, SC:$3,892/mo
South Carolina:$4,129/mo
U.S.:$4,559/mo
Independent Living
Congaree, SC:$3,313/mo
South Carolina:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,019/mo
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Memory care costs in Congaree, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Congaree and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Congaree, SC

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Congaree have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Congaree, SC$4,897/mo$4,610/mo+6.2%
South Carolina$4,391/mo$4,421/mo-0.7%
National$5,831/mo$5,716/mo+2.0%
Congaree, SC
2024 average cost:$4,897/mo
2023 average cost:$4,610/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$4,391/mo
2023 average cost:$4,421/mo
Percent change:-0.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,831/mo
2023 average cost:$5,716/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Congaree

Recent reviews for memory care in Congaree

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.

Pines Columbia in West Columbia, SC

4.5
The staff team at Pines Columbia is friendly and usually available when you need them. Communication of events at facility have improved so that family has an opportunity to schedule and be present.

Brookdale Columbia

4.9
I chose the community due to close to my home and the staff was welcoming. The cost was reasonable for my Dads needs now and in the future along with the cleanness.

Congaree memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Congaree memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Congaree, 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 Congaree 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 Congaree 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
60%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
73.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Congaree 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 Congaree 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
60%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
72%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Congaree 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 Congaree 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
40%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Congaree 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 Congaree communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
40%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Congaree 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 Congaree offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Congaree

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about South Carolina memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Congaree protect seniors.
Learn about South Carolina memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Forest Lake Manor, Carolina Gardens at Kathwood and Mill Creek Manor are the top-rated memory care facilities near Congaree, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 7 memory care facilities near Congaree, South Carolina. See the full list.
The 7 memory care facilities near you in Congaree, 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 Congaree, 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 Congaree, 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 Congaree, South Carolina ranges from $1550 to $7450. The average Memory Care cost in Congaree, South Carolina is $3,981. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Congaree, South Carolina typically starts at $1550. 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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