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6 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Canaan, SC

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You may also consider nearby communities such as Summerville, Charleston and Goose Creek.

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Photo of Harmony at Wescott
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3131 Floor plans available
8.6
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73 reviews
8.6
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73 reviews
5 star
38%
4 star
26%
3 star
18%
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He was very happy there. The only negative I have is the workers spend a lot of time on their phones rather than interacting with the residents. The facility was clean and the meals good. The activities...
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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8.6
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60 reviews
8.6
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60 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
23%
3 star
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2 star
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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.
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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8.6
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23 reviews
8.6
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23 reviews
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26%
3 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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8.0
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18 reviews
8.0
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18 reviews
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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.
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 assisted living in Canaan, SC

The average cost of senior living in Canaan is $4,328 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. George, SC with an average of $2,735 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Canaan, SC vs. nearby cities

Canaan, SC
$4,328/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Canaan, SC vs. the state and national average

Canaan, SC
$4,328/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Canaan vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,328/mo
$4,404/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Canaan, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$3,678/mo
Studio
$4,352/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,407/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,590/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Canaan over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Canaan, SC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Canaan.

What families are saying about assisted living in Canaan

Recent reviews for assisted living in Canaan

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 Palmettos of Charleston

5.0
I liked that this facility wasn't too small and wasn't too big. They keep my mother in law busy here, before COVID they would take them out into the community for different activities. All around they just seemed genuinely warm. The room sizes are great for what she needs, she is in a studio ...
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Canaan review score based on 51 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 51 reviews of 5 Canaan assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Canaan review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Canaan review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Canaan, SC5 facilities
8.6
Summerville, SC14 facilities
8.6
Lincolnville, SC14 facilities

Review subcategories for Canaan assisted living

When assisted living 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 51 reviews of 5 Canaan assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Canaan resident and family assisted living 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.
Canaan, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.1
4.6
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
3.9
4.5
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.6
4.1
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Canaan assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Canaan assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Canaan, 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 Canaan assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Canaan 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
80%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
80%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
57.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Canaan assisted living

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 Canaan Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Canaan, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
80%
41.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Canaan assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Canaan partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Canaan, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Canaan assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Canaan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Canaan, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42%
Room service
Room service
60%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Canaan assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Canaan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
40%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Canaan

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about South Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Canaan protect seniors.

Learn about South Carolina Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 6 assisted living facilities near Canaan, South Carolina. See the full list.

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

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