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Overall, everything has been good. Communication is good. Distribution of medication would be my only slight concern, but nothing terrible. Before moving in, my dad used to be a little cranky, and he's...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Summer Breeze Senior Living Summer Breeze is a senior living community located in the coastal town of Savannah, GA. Our community is situated on the breathtaking Wilmington Island, in between the picturesque neighborhoods of Tybee Island and Thunderbolt. The aesthetic coastal landscape of our...
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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This is a amazing community and we love the staff. I like knowing that my mom is happy and likes the environment. The menu is country cooking and wonderful. My mom is happy with all the activities that she...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Lakeview ManorLakeview Manor is a senior living community in the compact, historic city of Springfield, GA. Our beautiful lakeside community overlooks White Deer Lake, and features numerous paved walking trails, gardens and outdoor sitting areas. Springfield is a scenic city that is filled with...
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We have had our grandmother there since February 2021. She loves it there. We had to temporary move to a new facility due to a situation beyond our control; she, nor the staff, couldn’t wait to have her...
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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So far things are going good for my father here at Gentilly Gardens. He seems to be adjusting well with the transition into the community. The staff has been great and really helpful to us. He says the food...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Gentilly Gardens is a gorgeous retirement and senior care living facility located in the heart of Statesboro, Georgia. We are a quaint little community with a home like feel and we are 'Inspired by You'. When you are a resident at a Tutera community, you and your needs are at the heart of...
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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The staff treats your love one as one of their own. They are knowledgeable about how to handle the needs of individuals with Alzheimer’s and how to put family at ease during the time of uncertainty. Best...
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.
Some seniors reach a point when they are unable to care for all the little details of daily living and need a helping hand now and then. In many cases, The Suites at Willow Pond can be the ideal alternative for those who need modest personal assistance, housekeeping, meals, and supervision with...
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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
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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
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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
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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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I had rehab at Sprenger after I fell in SC, while on vacation. I had excellent care from the staff ([name removed], my night nurse, is the kindest, most caring person) and the rehab dept helped me make...
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
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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We moved our Mother to Cedar Plantation from another facility. The moment we walked into the facility we knew we had made the right decision. Light, Bright, Large Rooms, Friendly, Attentive and Caring staff....
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.
If you are in the Metter, Georgia area, Cedar Plantation is a wonderful assisted living community designed for individuals who want to live independently but find it unsafe to be on their own. We have a full dining hall available to every one of our residents so that you can enjoy cooked meals at...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Buckingham South Buckingham South is a senior living community located in Savannah, Georgia. Our residents and their guests get to enjoy the elegant beauty of Savannah, and we incorporate all of that beauty into the layout of our community. Buckingham South is a quaint place to live that offers...
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: 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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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.
Shadowmoss Plantation Memory Care is located in Savannah, Georgia. Our beautiful community specializes in Alzheimer's and Dementia. We are a secured building of only 34 spacious apartments with private baths. We also offer day care and respite as well. Shadowmoss...
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.
The Griffin House is a small, family owned facility which allows us to provide quality, personalized attention to each of our residents. We understand that each person has different needs and our plan of care is flexible to accommodate each resident. Our facility has a home-like atmosphere and...
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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I'am still getting adjusted to this community, but so far everything is working out well. They do a good job with keeping the community nice and clean. They have the best staff here, they are always willing...
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.
Cost of memory care in Shirley, SC
The average cost of senior living in Shirley is $3,979 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Allendale, SC with an average of $3,828 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shirley, SC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shirley vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Shirley, SC by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Shirley
Recent reviews for memory care in Shirley
Oaks at Salem Road in Beaufort, SC
4.9
So impressed with all the staff, their kindness and professionalism. They are so positive and really understand what their clients are experiencing. I can pick up the phone to call and talk to [name removed] and it doesn't matter which one answers. My parents are happy and we are at rest ...
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Lakeview Manor in Springfield, GA
5.0
Lakeview Manor is a beautiful location with a warm and welcoming staff. Our family selected Lakeview based on its' friendly, family atmosphere. Our senior family members settled in within the first week, enjoying new friends and activities.
Oaks at Beaufort
4.6
Dad said he did not like the food. Also when I moved him [out] I found in his room items he found or stole that he should have had access to. Like a three pronged garden tool, pliers and screwdrivers. Not sure what he was planning on doing with them but he should not have had access to such ...
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Shirley review score based on 165 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 165 reviews of 49 Shirley memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shirley 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
Shirley review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Shirley 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 165 reviews of 49 Shirley memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shirley 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.Shirley, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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4.5
Care services
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Staff
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4.4
Meals & dining
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Activities
3.9
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Value for cost*
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Shirley memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shirley memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shirley, 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 Shirley 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 Shirley 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
61.2%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.7%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.3%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.8%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.2%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.3%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Shirley 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 Shirley 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
57.1%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.8%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.4%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shirley 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 Shirley 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
34.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.1%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
53.1%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.8%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.2%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shirley 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 Shirley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.9%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
40.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shirley 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 Shirley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.8%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.2%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.2%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.2%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.7%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.1%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
34.7%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.4%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Helena Square, Savannah Square and Oaks at Savannah are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shirley, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 59 memory care facilities near Shirley, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Shirley, South Carolina are Helena Square and Savannah Square. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 59 memory care facilities near you in Shirley, 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 Shirley, 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 Shirley, 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 Shirley, South Carolina ranges from $490 to $10840. The average Memory Care cost in Shirley, South Carolina is $3,979. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Shirley, South Carolina typically starts at $490. 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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