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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.
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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.
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I chose this facility for my mom from the various experiences that I have had with assisted living facilities for the last 10 years. The transitions went smoothly at first and due to my mom's needs and 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.
Near the heart of historic Charleston, our building stands testament to a long standing tradition of Southern hospitality. Our friendly, dedicated and trained staff are here to assist you or loved ones with a warmth that conveys the trust and confidence you are seeking and deserve. We are...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Alterra Clare Bridge provides a comfortable, home-like setting with programs and services designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory impairments. Alterra Clare Bridge offers private and companion suites in a comfortable neighborhood environment. Unique building...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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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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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Dorchester County, SC

The average cost of senior living in Dorchester County is $4,599 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Holly Hill, SC with an average of $4,686 per month.

Assisted living costs in Dorchester County, SC, vs. nearby counties

Dorchester County, SC
$4,599/mo

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

Dorchester County, SC
$4,599/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Dorchester County, SC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,599/mo
$5,405/mo

Assisted living costs in Dorchester County, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,759/mo
Studio
$4,321/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,041/mo

Senior living costs in Dorchester County 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: Dorchester County, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDorchester County, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,599/mo$4,824/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,405/mo$5,404/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,593/mo$3,557/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Dorchester County, SC:$4,599/mo
South Carolina:$4,824/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Dorchester County, SC:$5,405/mo
South Carolina:$5,404/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Dorchester County, SC:$3,593/mo
South Carolina:$3,557/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Dorchester County, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Dorchester County 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 Dorchester County, SC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Dorchester County 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 average 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dorchester County, SC$4,350/mo$4,290/mo+1.4%
South Carolina$4,586/mo$4,444/mo+3.2%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Dorchester County, SC
2024 average cost:$4,350/mo
2023 average cost:$4,290/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$4,586/mo
2023 average cost:$4,444/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dorchester County, 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 Dorchester County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dorchester County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dorchester County

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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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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The Retreat at Lady's Island in Beaufort, SC

4.7
They were good. The interaction with the staff was very good. They did have activities but my loved one did not get a chance to participate. We picked this community because, the staff was very inviting/frienldy, it was a great location, the room had a lovely view, and it was a beautiful ...
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Dorchester County review score based on 346 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 346 reviews of 7 Dorchester County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dorchester County 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

Dorchester County review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Dorchester County, SC7 facilities
8.8
8.4
Charleston, SC53 facilities

Review subcategories for Dorchester County 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 346 reviews of 7 Dorchester County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dorchester County 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.
Dorchester County, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.3
Staff
4.3
4.6
Meals & dining
4.2
4.2
Activities
4.2
4.3
Value for cost*
4.1
4.2
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Dorchester County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorchester County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorchester County, 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 Dorchester County 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 Dorchester County 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
66.5%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.6%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.2%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.3%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.8%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.9%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.5%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.3%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dorchester County 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 Dorchester County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dorchester County, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.4%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.9%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.2%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.3%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorchester County 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 Dorchester County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorchester County, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.9%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
38.7%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.3%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.7%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorchester County 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 Dorchester County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorchester County, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.4%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.2%
37%
Room service
Room service
42.3%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.1%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorchester County 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 Dorchester County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorchester County, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
63.1%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.8%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.1%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.7%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.4%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.2%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
49.4%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.9%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.8%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dorchester County

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 Dorchester County protect seniors.
Learn about South Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Cypress Square, Brookdale West Ashley and Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dorchester County, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 64 assisted living facilities near Dorchester County, South Carolina. See the full list.
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The best assisted living facility near you in Dorchester County, South Carolina is Cypress Square. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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