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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in St Andrews, SC

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If your loved one needs memory care in St Andrews, A Place for Mom can help. With 30 memory care facilities in St Andrews, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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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.
Photo of Rice Estate
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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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 Blairhaus Zwei
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.
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Cost of memory care in St Andrews, SC

The average cost of senior living in St Andrews is $3,971 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Batesburg-Leesville, SC with an average of $3,490 per month.

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

St Andrews, SC
$3,971/mo

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

St Andrews, SC
$3,971/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$3,971/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,733/mo
Studio
$4,199/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,694/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,389/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,780/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in St Andrews over time

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What families are saying about memory care in St Andrews

Recent reviews for memory care in St Andrews

Brookdale Harbison in Columbia, SC

4.0
My experience with Brookdale is positive. It is much more important than I initially realized to carefully match the capabilities of the prospective resident to the level of care the facility offers.

The Legacy of Lexington

3.6
My Dad was there for such a short time we did not get very acquainted with the staff. Those we did interact with were very friendly and helpful.

Fairforest Grove Senior Living in Columbia, SC

5.0
What we like the most about Fairforest Grove is the friendly staff who appear to know our loved one and recognize us each time we visit; appears to be taking care of our loved one; cleanliness; different activities offered. Price went up which may be a challenge.

St Andrews review score based on 150 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 150 reviews of 30 St Andrews memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The St Andrews 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

St Andrews review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
St Andrews, SC30 facilities
8.9
West Columbia, SC34 facilities
8.9
Springdale, SC31 facilities

Review subcategories for St Andrews 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 150 reviews of 30 St Andrews memory care communities. This chart helps you compare St Andrews 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.
St Andrews, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

St Andrews memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Andrews memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Andrews, 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 St Andrews 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 St Andrews 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
46.7%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.3%
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
56.7%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.3%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.7%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.3%
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 St Andrews 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 St Andrews Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
St Andrews, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.7%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.7%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.3%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in St Andrews 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 St Andrews partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St Andrews, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
36.7%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.3%
16.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in St Andrews 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 St Andrews communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
St Andrews, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.7%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.7%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
30%
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 St Andrews 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 St Andrews offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
St Andrews, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.3%
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
56.7%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.3%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.7%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.3%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
43.3%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
23.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.3%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 30 memory care facilities near St Andrews, South Carolina. See the full list.

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

The 30 memory care facilities near you in St Andrews, 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 St Andrews, 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 St Andrews, 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 St Andrews, South Carolina ranges from $1700 to $7450. The average Memory Care cost in St Andrews, South Carolina is $3,971. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in St Andrews, South Carolina typically starts at $1700. 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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