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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Whaley, SC
If you’re looking for assisted living in Whaley, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Whaley or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Whaley.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Whaley for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 116 assisted living facilities in the Whaley area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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Late this summer, an urgent need for an assisted living place arose for my sister. Barclay was an answer to our prayer and provided some respite for my sister as she navigated some challenges that prevented...
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.
Call or drop by to see what makes Barclay House of Augusta the most desired community in the area.Exceptional quality takes exceptional people. Our team is consistently the number one reason families choose our community. We take care of our team so they can take care of you. Assisted Living,...
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My loved one is a resident at The Oaks on the Edisto. Communication is really the only thing that I have problems with. Overall, I would recommend this facility to others but probably not for someone with...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Situated on 700 beautiful acres of land on the Edisto River, The Oaks offers a selection of homes, duplexes and apartments specifically designed to suit a variety of individual needs. With a variety of distinctive neighborhood options to choose from, your new home will be sure to reflect your...
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Positive points: facility is less than 5 years old and well maintained, the care staff is great, clean and fresh, bright and inviting, I have no concerns about the care my father receives. Negative points:...
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.
Westminster Memory Care is exclusively built to benefit those living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia's. Our groundbreaking new community addresses the unique needs of residents living with memory care loss while providing them with helpful support, loving and personalized care that...
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The staff members at Benton House are a five plus, the value is good despite COVID. The cleanliness and helpfulness of the staff members in the beginning really stood out to us. They do all types of fun...
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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what make Benton House of Aiken the most desired in the...
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The staff at Cumberland is very professional and always helpful. The staff does an excellent job of keeping track of the people and there needs. I am so glad we have my Mother in such a safe place. ...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Cumberland Village provides a lifestyle that allows you to enjoy life to the fullest while providing security and peace of mind. At Cumberland Village, relax and know that whatever you choose to do each day is by choice rather than necessity. It's your time to enjoy life to its fullest. Our...
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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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My dad has been in the facility for many years. For the past three months, it has taken a 100% turnaround with the new Business Manager. He is always pleasant and when I visit, is spending time with the...
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.
Twilite Manor Twilite Manor is an assisted living community located in Cayce, SC. Cayce is located in Richland and Lexington Counties and home to about 12,500 residents. With its location on the Congaree River, residents can enjoy the scenic views, take long walks, go on outings with friends, or...
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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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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
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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.
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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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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Residents and visitors are blessed to have a renowned chef to serve such great food and healthy food. I would recommend this assistant living place to everyone
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.
Thrive At Augusta is a spectacular brand new community, opening the summer of 2019 in Martinez, GA, offering 85 luxury suites. ThriveSL is committed to enriching lives by establishing awe and admiration for all elders. We are NIDE (National Institute of Dementia Care) certified in over 20...
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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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My aunt recently moved into the memory care unit at the facility. from the moment we walked in till our recent visit, the environment at the facility is amazing. The staff is constantly loving on my aunt and...
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.
What A Great Way to Live! Assisted Living the way it used to be...One inclusive fee to simplify your life! Augusta Gardens simple monthly fee includes 24-hour watchful oversight and care 365 days a year. Resident Assistants check our clients every two hours to insure their safety, know...
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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
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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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My mother and family have had a very positive experience with Waverly Gardens.
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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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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...
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.
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
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: 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, 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.
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.
Cost of assisted living in Whaley, SC
The average cost of senior living in Whaley is $3,841 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Perry, SC with an average of $2,968 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Whaley, SC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Whaley, SC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Whaley vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Whaley, SC by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Whaley over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Whaley, 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 Whaley
Recent reviews for assisted living in Whaley
Aiken Memory Care
5.0
As family members of our loved one at Aiken Memory Care we wish to commend the entire staff for the excellent BBQ dinner and Entertainment that was presented to us yesterday evening. The food, hospitality and attentive care for all the residents was above par. Special thanks to those staff ...
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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 Place at Shadow Oaks in Aiken, SC
5.0
We were very pleased with The Place at Shadow Oaks... My brother seemed to be comfortable there and was well taken care of. He has very limited funds ...therefore we can’t use them frequently. But it is wonderful though to be offered respite for short term care.
Whaley review score based on 275 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 275 reviews of 93 Whaley assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Whaley 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 Whaley 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 275 reviews of 93 Whaley assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Whaley 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.Whaley, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
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Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Whaley assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whaley assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whaley, 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 Whaley 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 Whaley 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
38.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.1%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.7%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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53.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Whaley 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 Whaley 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
37.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.9%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.4%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Whaley 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 Whaley 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
20.4%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.2%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
25.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.7%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Whaley 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 Whaley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
29%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
25.8%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.9%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whaley 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 Whaley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.6%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.1%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.5%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
35.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
22.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.6%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Whaley
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 Whaley protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Hammond Square and Silver Bluff Grove Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Whaley, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 116 assisted living facilities near Whaley, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Whaley, South Carolina are Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Sodalis Martinez and Hitchcock Square. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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