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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Dorchester Estates, SC

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If your loved one needs memory care in Dorchester Estates, A Place for Mom can help. With 12 memory care facilities in Dorchester Estates, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Dorchester Estates incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Dorchester Estates memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Dorchester Estates, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Northbridge Terrace, Four Mile Hibernian and North Central.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Charleston, Mount Pleasant and Goose Creek.

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Photo of Cypress Square
88 Photos available
8.6
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60 reviews
8.6
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60 reviews
5 star
57%
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All 7 categories are a rating of 5 and in each category they far exceed our expectations. We most definitely would recommend this community to other families and have
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.
Cypress Place is located on a tree lined street in beautiful Summerville, South Carolina. We are two miles north of Old Fort Dorchester State Historical Park and about thirty miles from the Atlantic Ocean. At Cypress Place, we strive to maintain a cozy homelike atmosphere, with a caring staff...
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Photo of Harmony at Wescott
1010 Photos available
3131 Floor plans available
8.6
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77 reviews
8.6
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77 reviews
5 star
37%
4 star
27%
3 star
18%
2 star
4%
1 star
14%
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I live near a former staff member who has recently told me of the problems there. So no I would not recommend. We picked because of the location and it is near my home.
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 Harmony at Wescott PlantationIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Summerville, South Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support,...
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Photo of TerraBella Summerville
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8.2
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24 reviews
8.2
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24 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
25%
3 star
17%
2 star
0%
1 star
13%
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My mom only lived there for 2 weeks before she was hospitalized and passed away. They went way over in taking care of her and being there for me during a most difficult time. I would recommend them. We...
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.
TerraBella Summerville is a community designed to serve the needs of those requiring incremental levels of assistance in the aging process. We provide support based on the particular needs of each resident. This individualized care allows each resident to enjoy a feeling of independence similar...
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Photo of Quality Care Residential Home
11 Photo available
9.4
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19 reviews
9.4
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19 reviews
5 star
46%
4 star
16%
3 star
16%
2 star
11%
1 star
11%
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All are a 5! I am very satisfied with the facility and all of the staff. The quality of care is outstanding and all of the staff are friendly and caring. Absolutely I would recommend this community to other...
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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88 Photos available
9.1
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59 reviews
9.1
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59 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
29%
3 star
10%
2 star
3%
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3%
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Pinewood Square was a perfect fit for my mom. Hope and her awesome staff took great care of mom. The smaller community allowed for more personalized attention for her needs. They communicated with me on a...
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.
Pinewood Place is located in a beautiful wooded area in Goose Creek, South Carolina. We are also within sight of Crowfield Plantation Lake and some resident rooms enjoy lake views. We encourage our residents to enjoy the outdoors and offer transportation to our wonderful local parks. We offer...
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Photo of The Bridge at Charleston
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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27 reviews
9.0
Review score
27 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
26%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
1 star
7%
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The Bridge at Charleston gets a 5 for each category, everything about this facility has been great. The staff is very attentive and caring.
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.
Photo of The Retreat at Summerville
1010 Photos available
8.0
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18 reviews
8.0
Review score
18 reviews
5 star
44%
4 star
22%
3 star
6%
2 star
11%
1 star
17%
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Of the different places for my loved one, I did like The Retreat the best. The staff was kind to my loved one and I enjoyed visiting him.
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.
Photo of Stratford Place
55 Photos available
7.8
Review score
4 reviews
7.8
Review score
4 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
0%
3 star
25%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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I like that my mother seems happier and I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far.
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.
Stratford Place Assisted Living and Memory Care Communities are nestled in the heart of Goose Creek in the Crowfield Neighborhood. We opened our doors about 4 years ago and our team of dedicated care team have over 40 years combined experience in caring for our elder population. Stop in and see...
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Photo of The Blake at Carnes Crossroads
1111 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
5 star
53%
4 star
11%
3 star
5%
2 star
5%
1 star
26%
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I would tell others that they have done a very good job taking care of my friend at The Blake at Carnes Crossroads. It is a new facility so it is beautiful. I would highly recommend to others who are...
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.
Resort Style Assisted Living and Memory CareStrategically located in Summerville, South Carolina. The Blake at Carnes Crossroads is unlike any other. Retirement and hospitality are blended to create an assisted living and memory care community where you will feel right at home.Our unique...
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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.
Goose Creek manor provides compassionate assisted living services that allows our residents to live happy and productive lives while having direct access to assistance, when needed. We do assisted living with a community-first approach. Our residents enjoy expert care, a home-like varied culinary...
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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.
Photo of Midland Park Residential Home Care
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 Dorchester Estates, SC

The average cost of senior living in Dorchester Estates is $4,458 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. George, SC with an average of $2,928 per month.

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

Dorchester Estates, SC
$4,458/mo

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

Dorchester Estates, SC
$4,458/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,458/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,667/mo
Studio
$4,538/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,264/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,590/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Dorchester Estates over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Dorchester Estates

Recent reviews for memory care in Dorchester Estates

Dayspring Assisted Living in Hollywood, SC

4.4
The caregivers at Dayspring were one of the reasons we chose this community. They are wonderful and very good with the residents. This is a smaller community so the ratio of caregivers to residents is higher. They could use a few more activities. The food is good and they keep the community ...
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Daysprings of Johns Island

4.9
Nice place where the owners are on site and know every residents names.

The Palms of Mt. Pleasant in Mount Pleasant, SC

4.7
We chose Palms of Mt. Pleasant because of their low staff to resident ratio and also the price was fabulous. I really like how small the facility is. They are willing to share any and all information, but I generally needed to be the one to reach out and ask for it unless it was an emergency. ...
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Dorchester Estates review score based on 90 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 90 reviews of 12 Dorchester Estates memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dorchester Estates 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

Dorchester Estates review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Dorchester Estates, SC12 facilities
8.7
Summerville, SC15 facilities
8.7
Lincolnville, SC15 facilities

Review subcategories for Dorchester Estates 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 90 reviews of 12 Dorchester Estates memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dorchester Estates 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.
Dorchester Estates, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.4
Friendliness
4.2
4.5
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.0
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.7
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Dorchester Estates memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorchester Estates memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorchester Estates, 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 Dorchester Estates 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 Dorchester Estates that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dorchester Estates, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
83.3%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
75%
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
83.3%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dorchester Estates 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 Dorchester Estates Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dorchester Estates, SCNational
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
66.7%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
26.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorchester Estates 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 Dorchester Estates partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorchester Estates, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
16.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Dorchester Estates 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 Dorchester Estates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorchester Estates, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.7%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Dorchester Estates 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 Dorchester Estates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorchester Estates, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.3%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.7%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
41.7%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 12 memory care facilities near Dorchester Estates, South Carolina. See the full list.

The 12 memory care facilities near you in Dorchester Estates, 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 Dorchester Estates, 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 Dorchester Estates, 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 Dorchester Estates, South Carolina ranges from $1995 to $9395. The average Memory Care cost in Dorchester Estates, South Carolina is $4,458. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Dorchester Estates, South Carolina typically starts at $1995. 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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