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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Ellwood, SC

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If your loved one needs memory care in Ellwood, A Place for Mom can help. With 66 memory care facilities in Ellwood, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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

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Photo of Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care
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9.6
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I would recommend based on my experience. I was impressed with the facility, the attention to detail and the staff. The Executive Director was great compared to the previous residential facility which was...
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.
Here at Ashley Gardens, we are more than a memory care facility, we are a memory care community. Located close to Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, we offer a warm and welcoming senior community for those in need of all-inclusive assisted living, transitional assisted living, or memory care in...
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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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Photo of Atria Mount Pleasant
2222 Photos available
3030 Floor plans available
9.4
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The food and facility and caregivers were excellent. I would wholeheartedly recommend the memory care unit to anybody looking.
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.
Set among the natural coastal beauty of the Lowcountry, Atria Mount Pleasant is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence features spacious apartments and villas, each with a flexible...
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Photo of Oaks at Mt. Pleasant
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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Dealing with dementia patients has gotta be the hardest job in the world. I think everyone that works there is great and kind and helpful. Big should out to [name removed], he really helped us out a lot...
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.
Welcome Home to Sweetgrass Court! We are dedicated to providing activity focused care in a supportive environment by well trained associates. We strive to focus on what our residents can achieve as opposed to what they can no longer achieve on their own. We offer assistance with all activities of...
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55 Floor plans available
9.2
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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.
The Palms of Mount Pleasant The Palms of Mount Pleasant is an assisted living community located in the heart of Mt. Pleasant, Charleston County, South Carolina. Our community is just minutes away from dozens of notable locations, including numerous public parks and beaches, local festivals, East...
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Photo of Oaks at Charleston
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66 Floor plans available
9.2
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The update is that all is well, and [name removed] is doing well. The care for her is good. She no longer can walk, nor stand. The only continued issue is the care of her clothes. Either it is missing...
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.
Choice of companion or private studio, one-and two- bedroom accommodations Weekly housekeeping and laundry All utilities except for telephone Delicious, well balanced meals, three times per day Snacks available around the clock Care staff on duty 24 hours per day Emergency Call System Assistance...
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Somerby compared to the previous facility my wife was in, was like moving her from the Econo Lodge to the Marriot! Somerby of Mount Pleasant is so much more professionally operated on a daily basis and much,...
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.
    Somerby of Mount Pleasant draws upon the charming, stately traditions of the South - applying classic style and gracious hospitality, sure to make you feel right at home.     At Somerby, we're here to help you enjoy the lifestyle you've been waiting for. ...
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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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The vast majority of staff are very friendly and helpful. The facility is beautiful and homey, very comfortable. As far as the food goes, I think that the menu could be more varied, food could be served...
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.
We're serious about care. We're here to keep the seniors you love healthy, safe, and happy. If you're looking for pools and tennis courts and a full-service spa, we're probably not the place for your loved one. Our experience is that people who want these kind of amenities are better off just...
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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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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
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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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Photo of Mount Pleasant Gardens Alzheimer's Special Care Center
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33 Floor plans available
8.7
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I feel that the staff really cares about my dad. The staff always seems very helpful and happy to be of help. I know dad is safe at Mt. Pleasant Gardens! I also love to see the frequent activities and...
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.
At Mount Pleasant Gardens Alzheimer’s Special Care Center, you will find our distinctive "Meaningful Moments®" brand of memory care, where we take memories and routines from your loved ones life prior to Alzheimer's and weave them into customized daily routines allowing us to create a supportive...
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Photo of Wildcat Senior Living
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This is a very nice facility and the staff generally do their best to take care of the residents. Their only issue is being able to keep enough staff to do this really well. But I think that is a problem...
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.
Wildcat Senior Living is Now Open and Moving in Independent Living Residents!150 ApartmentsOne and Two Bedroom options withvarious layouts, porches, andbalconies to choose from.Explore...every nook of your new home fromthe beauty salon and clubhouse tothe pool and walking paths; a littleadventure...
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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
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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.
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 Benton House of West Ashley
1010 Photos available
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I would say the staff is friendly and the private rooms are big comparatively. As with any place, changes take a bit of time and getting all shifts on the same page. Comparatively, they are still head and...
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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House of West Ashley the most desired in the...
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Loved the staff, set up of the unit, activities, etc. the only negative is they overpromised and under delivered. I don't think they gave my Mother as much attention as she needed to acclimate and at 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.
Brookdale Charleston is an assisted living and memory care community in the historical and thriving city of Charleston, South Carolina. Charleston is an elegant city with warm and welcoming people that exude Southern charm and hospitality, offering its residents a unique combination of historical...
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Photo of Harmony at Wescott
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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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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
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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.
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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My daughter's experience was not typical because of her age (56 vs much older residents) and she left after only about 6 months. She was there for health recovery and we thought your care was very good...
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 West AshleyIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Charleston, South Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services...
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Most of the staff cares deeply about the residents. I've been surprised by how much still have to follow up and advocate for my Dad. But I love seeing how they love my dad! The activities director and...
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.
Shem Creek Health Center, located on the twenty-four-acre campus of South Bay at Mt. Pleasant, offers a full range of health care services to meet the needs of the individual. Offering in-patient and out-patient rehabilitation, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing care, the staff of...
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Photo of The Retreat at Summerville
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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.
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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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Mom is very happy here! Staff is available and attentive. Very responsive. Clients are friendly and welcoming. The chef takes the daily meals to a higher level. Occupational and physical therapy rate very...
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.
Welcome to the warm, inviting atmosphere of the Oaks of Daniel Island, a place for senior adults to call home. Just moments from historic downtown Charleston, SC on beautiful Daniel Island, you can enjoy all the simple pleasures you deserve. As you learn more about our community, services,...
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Unfortunately I will have to find my dad another facility. Too expensive but the staff is friendly the facility is clean. I really love everything about the facility. I would absolutely recommend this...
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 James Island is an assisted living community located in the beautiful community of James Island, South Carolina. Clark Sound is only a mile away and is a popular afternoon destination for our residents. If you have a history buff in your family we are only two miles from both the...
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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.
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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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...

Cost of memory care in Ellwood, SC

The average cost of senior living in Ellwood is $4,445 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Andrews, SC with an average of $3,696 per month.

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

Ellwood, SC
$4,444/mo

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

Ellwood, SC
$4,444/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,444/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,117/mo
Studio
$5,099/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,614/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,848/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,098/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Ellwood over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Ellwood

Recent reviews for memory care in Ellwood

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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Ellwood review score based on 265 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 265 reviews of 59 Ellwood memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ellwood 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

Ellwood review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Ellwood, SC59 facilities
8.9
Moncks Corner, SC10 facilities
8.7
Goose Creek, SC18 facilities

Review subcategories for Ellwood 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 265 reviews of 59 Ellwood memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Ellwood 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.
Ellwood, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Ellwood memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ellwood memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ellwood, 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 Ellwood 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 Ellwood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ellwood, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.6%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.1%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.6%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.8%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.5%
73.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ellwood 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 Ellwood Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ellwood, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.2%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.5%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.2%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.9%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ellwood 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 Ellwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ellwood, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.4%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
35.6%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.9%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.6%
16.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Ellwood 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 Ellwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ellwood, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.8%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
35.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.3%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Ellwood 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 Ellwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ellwood, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
49.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.9%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.1%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.5%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.5%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.5%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.3%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.5%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
44.1%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
33.9%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.9%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.8%
46.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 66 memory care facilities near Ellwood, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Ellwood, South Carolina is The Claiborne at Brickyard Crossing. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 66 memory care facilities near you in Ellwood, 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 Ellwood, 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 Ellwood, 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 Ellwood, South Carolina ranges from $1800 to $9395. The average Memory Care cost in Ellwood, South Carolina is $4,445. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Ellwood, South Carolina typically starts at $1800. 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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