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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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Where Friendly Neighbors Make Great Friends Imagine...an exciting and invigorating lifestyle and a beautifully appointed apartment home - all nestled in historic Augusta. The Legacy at Walton Oaks offers a lifestyle that's active and rewarding for adults 55 and up.Benefits :: A private, gated...
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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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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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We have had our grandmother there since February 2021. She loves it there. We had to temporary move to a new facility due to a situation beyond our control; she, nor the staff, couldn’t wait to have 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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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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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This is a amazing community and we love the staff. I like knowing that my mom is happy and likes the environment. The menu is country cooking and wonderful. My mom is happy with all the activities that she...
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.
Lakeview ManorLakeview Manor is a senior living community in the compact, historic city of Springfield, GA. Our beautiful lakeside community overlooks White Deer Lake, and features numerous paved walking trails, gardens and outdoor sitting areas. Springfield is a scenic city that is filled with...
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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.
Our assisted-living facility is designed to provide you comfort, privacy and, above all, the ability to help choose your lifestyle options. We want you to decide how you will live -- and we are here to help. Personal-care aides are present around the clock -- to remind you to take medications,...
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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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So far things are going good for my father here at Gentilly Gardens. He seems to be adjusting well with the transition into the community. The staff has been great and really helpful to us. He says the food...
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.
Gentilly Gardens is a gorgeous retirement and senior care living facility located in the heart of Statesboro, Georgia. We are a quaint little community with a home like feel and we are 'Inspired by You'. When you are a resident at a Tutera community, you and your needs are at the heart of...
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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.
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.
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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The staff treats your love one as one of their own. They are knowledgeable about how to handle the needs of individuals with Alzheimer’s and how to put family at ease during the time of uncertainty. Best...
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.
Some seniors reach a point when they are unable to care for all the little details of daily living and need a helping hand now and then. In many cases, The Suites at Willow Pond can be the ideal alternative for those who need modest personal assistance, housekeeping, meals, and supervision with...

Cost of independent living in Appleton, SC

The average cost of senior living in Appleton is $3,180 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hilda, SC with an average of $3,046 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Appleton, SC vs. nearby cities

Appleton, SC
$3,180/mo
$3,137/mo
$3,207/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Appleton, SC vs. the state and national average

Appleton, SC
$3,180/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Appleton vs. other types of senior living

$3,795/mo
Independent Living
$3,180/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Appleton, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$3,487/mo
Studio
$4,271/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,713/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,069/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,975/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Appleton over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Appleton

Recent reviews for independent living in Appleton

Lakeview Manor in Springfield, GA

5.0
Lakeview Manor is a beautiful location with a warm and welcoming staff. Our family selected Lakeview based on its' friendly, family atmosphere. Our senior family members settled in within the first week, enjoying new friends and activities.

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.

Aiken Grand Apartments in Warrenville, SC

4.5
I highly recommend Village Senior Apartments to any senior individual interested in a quiet environment in which to enhance his or her peace of mind and spiritual development. Security features of the property assure residents that our safety needs are a major priority of management. I ...
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Appleton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Appleton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Appleton, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Appleton independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Appleton 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
15.2%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.9%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
19.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Appleton independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Appleton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
17.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Appleton independent 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 independent living communities in Appleton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
28.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.1%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
26.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
15.2%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.9%
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Silver Bluff Grove Senior Living, Hammond Square and Hitchcock Square are the top-rated independent living facilities near Appleton, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 46 independent living facilities near Appleton, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Appleton, South Carolina is Hitchcock Square. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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