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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.8
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58 reviews
9.8
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58 reviews
5 star
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29%
3 star
7%
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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...
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.
At Fairforest Grove, you’ll feel the difference that regional ownership and management make in creating a warm, family-focused environment, especially suited for senior living. Fairforest Grove is owned and managed by Mainstay Senior Living, not by a corporation or senior care conglomerate. Our...
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9.0
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28 reviews
9.0
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28 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
32%
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The staff taking care of my dad are excellent, caring, and understanding. They take very good care of him and understand him so well! The meals are excellent and well-balanced. The rooms are cleaned weekly...
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.
Oakleaf Village of Lexington has been in operation since 2001. This means we have staff that have been taking care of Lexington County residents for over 18 years. We pride ourselves on the lack of turnover we have in our care team, so we can promise more continuity of care. Your loved one won’t...
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66 Floor plans available
8.5
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19 reviews
8.5
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19 reviews
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32%
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16%
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5%
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There was a much welcomed management change several months ago, and things have noticeably improved. The common areas have been painted, new carpet and vinyl were installed, and I understand that new...
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.
The Legacy of Lexington is an assisted living community situated in the heart of Lexington, South Carolina, high on a tranquil hill where the outdoors can be enjoyed from the rocking chairs on the front porch.Along with our beautiful surroundings, it's the people at The Legacy of Lexington who...
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My wife and I visited her dad over the Father's Day weekend 3 times. The facility is clean the rooms are nice and the staff is very friendly and attentive. We showed up unannounced and were treated great. My...
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.
Choosing the best assisted living and memory care community can be an important decision that many seniors and families will have to make. Families and senior citizens alike will want to know that their lives will be well taken care of. At Carolina Gardens at Lexington, residents enjoy an active,...
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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.
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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.
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.
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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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 Lexington County, SC

The average cost of senior living in Lexington County is $3,724 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Perry, SC with an average of $2,968 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lexington County, SC vs. nearby counties

Lexington County, SC
$3,724/mo
$3,755/mo
$3,698/mo

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

Lexington County, SC
$3,724/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,724/mo
$3,834/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,864/mo
Studio
$3,283/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,600/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,800/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Lexington County over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lexington 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 Lexington County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Lexington County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lexington County

Fairforest Grove Senior Living in Columbia, SC

5.0
I have been residing here at Fairforest Grove Senior Living for 6 months. The environment, quality of living and care are excellent. Meals are always done on time. The cleaning is like clock work daily; never missed. Medication is distributed every day in a timely manner. The Activity ...
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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.

Lexington County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lexington County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lexington 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 Lexington 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 Lexington 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
25%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.5%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lexington 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 Lexington County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lexington County, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
41.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lexington 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 Lexington County 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
25%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
36.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Lexington 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 Lexington County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lexington County, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lexington 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 Lexington County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lexington 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 ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about South Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Lexington County protect seniors.

Learn about South Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Harbison Shores and Forest Lake Manor are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Lexington County, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 11 assisted living facilities near Lexington County, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Lexington County, South Carolina is Fairforest Grove Senior Living. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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