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I am happy with the care from this community. The staff is caring. This is a clean community and we like that they have a patio in her room that she does enjoy. The menu is appealing and we like the...
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.
Carolina Gardens at West Columbia is an assisted living and memory care community in Columbia, South Carolina. Columbia is the capital city of South Carolina and offers world class shopping, dining and medical facilities. Our vibrant and thriving city allows residents to make the most of their...
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It worked out real well, it's a fine place.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
A group of caring people in Sumter, South Carolina made a unique promise, a covenant, to their community to create a Continuing Care Retirement Community where the needs of mature adults and their loved ones could be met. The result of that promise is Covenant Place – a warm, inviting retirement...
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After visiting several places in the Columbia area, I made the decision to place my dear friend at The Palmettos. That was in March 2020. Two and a half years later, I am still confident that I made the...
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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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
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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.
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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My Aunt has been at the Haven for around seven months. She came from another place where she had UTI's all the time. We are still paying bills from those. Here she has not had one. The place is set up...
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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.
We are a 60 bed secured Alzheimer's and Dementia Care community. We promote independence and choice. We have 3 unique neighborhoods where residents are placed dependent on their personal level of cognitive function. This way their neighbors are understanding to each other because they are at the...
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We went with Generations of Chapin because it was close to home and the value for the money was good. There are a lot of activities provided, but they are an extra charge and I was not expecting that. She is...
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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.
Generations Assisted Living Facilities and related businesses were founded by Louetta A. Slice who was a registered nurse, licensed nursing home administrator and a certified assisted living administrator. Her health care career was devoted to helping and caring for senior adults. Generations...
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My father really enjoyed himself here everyone was very nice and helpful treated us like family would recommend to anyone.
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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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, 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.
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.
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.
Cost of assisted living in Riley, SC
The average cost of senior living in Riley is $3,825 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vance, SC with an average of $2,928 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Riley, SC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Riley, SC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Riley vs. other types of senior living
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Riley over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Riley, SC
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VA benefits in South Carolina
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Medicare and Medicaid in South Carolina
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What families are saying about assisted living in Riley
Recent reviews for assisted living in Riley
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
5.0
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 furniture has been ordered for these areas. A number of employees were replaced, and the staff ...
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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.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Caring and responsive staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members across multiple communities. Harmony at Columbia residents praise the staff for their care and attention, while The Colonial at Old Camden family members appreciate the staff's responsiveness to their questions and ...
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Frequent activities and socialization. Activities are a significant factor in residents' satisfaction with their communities. Harmony at Columbia residents enjoy the variety of activities offered, while Forest Lake Manor residents appreciate the frequent outings and events that encourage socialization. The Colonial at Old Camden ...
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Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Cleanliness is a priority for many residents and their families. Harmony at Columbia residents appreciate the cleanliness of their community, especially the bathrooms and common areas. Forest Lake Manor families mention the upkeep of both indoor and outdoor spaces in their positive reviews.
Professional and caring management. Effective management is crucial for ensuring a positive living experience. Harmony at Columbia residents praise the management team for their professionalism and caring approach, while Forest Lake Manor families appreciate the openness and transparency of community leaders in addressing thei ...
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Personalized care and attention to individual needs. Individual care and attention are essential for maintaining residents' well-being. Harmony at Columbia residents receive personalized care and support, allowing them to live comfortably. Forest Lake Manor families also note the accommodating nature of staff to their loved ones' specific need ...
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Engaging programs and activities for memory care residents. Memory care residents require unique and engaging programs to maintain their cognitive function and overall well-being. In Forest Lake Manor, the activities director creates a fun and inclusive environment for memory care residents, as noted in several positive reviews.
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Riley review score based on 231 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 231 reviews of 79 Riley assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Riley 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
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Review subcategories for Riley 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 231 reviews of 79 Riley assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Riley 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.Riley, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Activities
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Riley assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Riley assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Riley, 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 Riley 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 Riley 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
41.8%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.4%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.8%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.4%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Riley 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 Riley Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.8%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.2%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Riley 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 Riley 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
20.3%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
30.4%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.5%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Riley 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 Riley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.8%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.2%
42%
Room service
Room service
26.6%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Riley 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 Riley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.7%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.4%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.6%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.8%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.1%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.4%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
34.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
20.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.6%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Riley
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 Riley protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Colonial at Old Camden, Fairforest Grove Senior Living and Harbison Shores are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Riley, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 94 assisted living facilities near Riley, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Riley, South Carolina are The Colonial at Old Camden and Fairforest Grove Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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