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77 reviews
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77 reviews
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4 star
22%
3 star
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Everyone was very nice and helpful! The man at the desk was wonderful. I think he mostly works nights. The financial lady was very helpful. The medication man was great. Really everyone I dealt with was...
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.
In a beautiful homestead with an expansive Southern-style front porch, you'll find Forest Lake Manor, a family-style senior community. Enjoy a quiet walk in the courtyard, relax with friends by the fountain, or visit with family in the dayroom. Located in the heart of Forest Acres, Forest Lake...
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5 star
31%
4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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My mother in law is still adjusting to living at this community. The staff have been fabulous and have helped every step of the way. The entire staff watch out for her. She likes the food and they do offer...
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.
Carolina Gardens at Kathwood is an assisted living and memory care community in Columbia, South Carolina. Located in the capital city of Columbia, our residents enjoy unparalleled access to fine shopping, dining and medical facilities. Columbia is a historic city with a thriving downtown area,...
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I'm hoping once the changes in employees is finalized that they retain them better. Every staff member - admin has changed since September The independent living is nicer than others because they have a door...
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 Mill Creek Manor Independent, Assisted Living, & Memory Care, located in beautiful Columbia, SCMill Creek Manor is conveniently located to dining, shopping, and surrounded by beautiful Sesquicentennial Park.Here at Mill Creek Manor we provide a senior living neighborhood with the...
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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, 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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Cost of assisted living in Congaree, SC

The average cost of senior living in Congaree is $3,892 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sumter, SC with an average of $3,296 per month.

Assisted living costs in Congaree, SC, vs. nearby cities

Congaree, SC
$3,892/mo
$3,985/mo
$3,902/mo

Assisted living costs in Congaree, SC, vs. state and national averages

Congaree, SC
$3,892/mo
U.S. national average
$4,559/mo

Assisted living costs in Congaree, SC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,892/mo
$3,981/mo

Assisted living costs in Congaree, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,200/mo
Studio
$4,123/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,895/mo

Senior living costs in Congaree vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Congaree, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCongaree, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,892/mo$4,129/mo$4,559/mo
Memory Care$3,981/mo$4,162/mo$4,796/mo
Independent Living$3,313/mo$3,911/mo$4,019/mo
Assisted Living
Congaree, SC:$3,892/mo
South Carolina:$4,129/mo
U.S.:$4,559/mo
Memory Care
Congaree, SC:$3,981/mo
South Carolina:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,796/mo
Independent Living
Congaree, SC:$3,313/mo
South Carolina:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,019/mo
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Assisted living costs in Congaree, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Congaree and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Congaree, SC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Congaree have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Congaree, SC$4,734/mo$3,806/mo+24.4%
South Carolina$4,215/mo$4,038/mo+4.4%
National$5,126/mo$4,876/mo+5.1%
Congaree, SC
2024 average cost:$4,734/mo
2023 average cost:$3,806/mo
Percent change:+24.4%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$4,215/mo
2023 average cost:$4,038/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,126/mo
2023 average cost:$4,876/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Congaree, 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 Congaree.

What families are saying about assisted living in Congaree

Recent reviews for assisted living in Congaree

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.

Pines Columbia in West Columbia, SC

4.5
The staff team at Pines Columbia is friendly and usually available when you need them. Communication of events at facility have improved so that family has an opportunity to schedule and be present.

Brookdale Columbia

4.9
I chose the community due to close to my home and the staff was welcoming. The cost was reasonable for my Dads needs now and in the future along with the cleanness.

Congaree assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Congaree assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Congaree, 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 Congaree 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 Congaree 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
60%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
57.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Congaree 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 Congaree Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Congaree, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
42.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Congaree 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 Congaree 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
40%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Congaree 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 Congaree communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Congaree 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 Congaree offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
40%
29.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Congaree

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about South Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Congaree protect seniors.
Learn about South Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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