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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Kershaw County, SC

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Staff and management are great. Building is clean and smells great. Caregivers and housekeepers are incredibly friendly and truly care about residents. I couldn’t have chosen a better place for my dear frien
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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It has been a good fit for my dad at Pinedale Residential Center. The community is conveniently located for us to come and visit him often. He is really happy there. I haven't had a chance to eat there with...
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.
Heath Springs Residential Care Center is an assisted living community located in Heath Springs, SC. The small town of Heath Springs is located in Lancaster County and is home to almost 900 people. In Heath Springs, residents can go for relaxing nature walks, enjoy scenic views, go out on group...
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My brother lived here for several years. He was treated with love and respect. I will always feel this facility is part of my family. I miss my brother so much..
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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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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My family and I made the decision to go with Palmetto. We loved that it is small and personnel. My mom seems to enjoy it as well.
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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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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
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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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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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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.
The Carriage House of Hartsville is an assisted living community for male and female residents 55 years of age and older in Hartsville, SC. Hartsville enjoys a mild climate most of the year, with occasional snows in the winter. The 2010 census placed the population at 7,764 for our small...
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.
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.
Carriage House Senior Living is an assisted living community in Sumter Carolina easily accessible from Highway 95. We are convenient to neighboring townships from Lakewood to Woodrow. Our assisted living community is located near a major bus line and we provide ample parking for residents and...
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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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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Kershaw County, SC

The average cost of senior living in Kershaw County is $3,629 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bishopville, SC with an average of $3,171 per month.

Independent living costs in Kershaw County, SC, vs. nearby counties

Kershaw County, SC
$3,629/mo
$4,065/mo
$3,299/mo

Independent living costs in Kershaw County, SC, vs. state and national averages

Kershaw County, SC
$3,629/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in Kershaw County, SC, vs. other senior living options

$5,891/mo
Independent Living
$3,629/mo

Independent living costs in Kershaw County, SC, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,221/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,998/mo

Senior living costs in Kershaw County vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Kershaw County, SC
Column state: South Carolina
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Independent Living$3,629/mo$3,560/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$5,117/mo$4,884/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$5,891/mo$5,430/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Kershaw County, SC:$3,629/mo
South Carolina:$3,560/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Kershaw County, SC:$5,117/mo
South Carolina:$4,884/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Kershaw County, SC:$5,891/mo
South Carolina:$5,430/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Kershaw County

Recent reviews for independent living in Kershaw County

The Carolinian in Florence, SC

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Everything is going well for my mother since her move to this community. She is doing well, and I'am pleased with all they have done for us. This community is working out pretty well for us, and it is a good place with kind people.

Pines Columbia in West Columbia, SC

4.5
The staff team at Pines Columbia is friendly and usually available when you need them. Communication of events at facility have improved so that family has an opportunity to schedule and be present.

Sumter Grove Senior Living

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We have had the best experience. We couldn't have found a better assistance care living residence for my mom. Sumter Grove has exceptional service and meets all my mom's care. Staff are exceptional, very professional and very caring. It felt like home the minute we walked in.

Kershaw County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kershaw County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kershaw County, 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 Kershaw County 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 Kershaw County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kershaw County, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.6%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
27.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.2%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Kershaw County 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 Kershaw County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kershaw County, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.5%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.7%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
37%
32.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kershaw County 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 Kershaw County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kershaw County, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.1%
39.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.3%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.8%
41.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.1%
43.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.4%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.5%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.7%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
47%
41.3%
Dances
Dances
32.4%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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