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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lake Lanier, SC
If you’re looking for independent living in the Lake Lanier area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Lake Lanier. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
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The food looks good and my brother does eat well. This is an older community, however they do keep the community very clean. They clean his room daily. Most of the caregivers are friendly and helpful. ...
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Country Time Inn offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Country Time Inn, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance...
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We chose this community because they had a special place for people who have dementia. The people at the front were very friendly and helpful. They had something going on all the time at this community. 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.
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. Reader’s Choice Best of Anderson 2020. Call or drop by to see what make Garden House of...
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My father has been @ Somerset for approximately 1 month. He has received excellent care & the nurses have been very attentive to him. I feel so much better knowing that he no longer alone in his home. He has...
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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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Somerset Court of Cherryville offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Somerset Court of Cherryville, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued...
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I am pleased with the care my mom is getting here, I feel comfortable with her in the memory care unit, they are well staffed and She is a level 2 so she does get that extra care she needs here. I would...
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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 Laurens is an assisted living community in Laurens, South Carolina. Laurens is a historical and charming city in upstate South Carolina. We have a thriving downtown area with fine shopping and dining in a way that honors our strong heritage and rich history. Residents at...
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I would definitely recommend Heritage Hills Pacifica. I believe they have good care. I wish there was more communication with the family rather than me having to ask. I wish I would have follow up on the...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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.
Welcome to Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills.Welcome to Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills, the #1 retirement living community in Hendersonville. Our senior living community offers a full spectrum of independent living and memory care services administered by a specifically trained, caring...
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I wanted to take a moment to let you know how much I appreciate the care that is given to my MawMaw at this facility. I love the family atmosphere that is in this place! My MawMaw had to have more care than...
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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.
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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When our mother needed more care than was possible at home, we turned to Rose Hill. I'm not saying she was enthusiastic about the move at first. What I can say is that the care they gave our mother at Rose...
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, 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.
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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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.
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.
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.
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
UNDER CONSTRUCTION, AVAILABLE 5/1/2020. These are 12+ month leases, and age restricted at 55 years of age or greater. If you're a very active senior who is...* Just looking for a place for a year, while you explore Western North Carolina while you shop for a house?* Seeking to downsize, simplify...
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, 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.
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.
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.
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: 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
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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.
Cost of independent living in Lake Lanier, SC
The average cost of senior living in Lake Lanier is $3,738 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jonesville, SC with an average of $3,328 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lake Lanier, SC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lake Lanier, SC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lake Lanier vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lake Lanier, SC by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Lake Lanier
Recent reviews for independent living in Lake Lanier
Wesley Court in Boiling Springs, SC
4.9
Everyone is very kind and the activities are amazing, just be sure the staff knows what you want and expect. It is a wonderful place and affordable which is very hard to find today. I would truly recommend Wesley Court and thank you guys for that referral.
Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills in Hendersonville, NC
5.0
Heritage Hills is an extremely warm and inviting community with friendly and engaging residents. Many opportunities to find your individual nitch and feel embraced. A chef prepared daily meal is an additional bonus.
The Blake at Hollingsworth Park in Greenville, SC
4.5
The facility is beautiful and new, the food was excellent....chef was great and accommodating. I felt the individual attention to my Dad was not always given as promised. There were a few times I had to follow up with administrators for follow through. The respite fees are expensive but it is ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Excellent food and dining experiences. Reviews consistently mention delicious meals and satisfactory dining experiences at various communities, such as TerraBella Greenville, where many residents and their families appreciate the quality and variety of food offerings. LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods are also noted for their great meals a ...
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Warm and welcoming staff. Numerous reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of staff members across different communities, like Holiday Haywood Estates, where my loved one did not move in but had positive interactions with staff. Maple Brook Terrace is another community where families express their gratitude for th ...
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Thoughtfully maintained facilities. Residents and their families appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas, private rooms, and outdoor spaces at communities such as Haywood Estates, where my loved one currently resides. Legacy Reserve is another community where the cleanliness of the facility is a highlight.
Variety of social activities. Many communities offer a range of activities tailored to residents' interests, as mentioned in reviews for Maple Brook Terrace, where residents praise the activities calendar and opportunities for staying engaged. Harmony at Reynolds Mountain and Legacy Reserve in Simpsonville are also noted for ...
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Affordable pricing and value. Several reviews highlight the reasonable pricing and value for the services and amenities offered at various communities, like Ardenwoods, where the cost is a consideration for some families. Villas and Brookdale Hendersonville East also offer affordable housing options.
Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Reviews for communities like Harmony at Reynolds Mountain and Summit Hills mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere, where residents feel like they belong and are treated like functioning adults. The residents themselves often contribute to the community by organizing activities and events.
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Lake Lanier independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Lanier independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Lanier, 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 Lake Lanier 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 Lake Lanier 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
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Low / no sodium
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No sugar
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Lanier 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 Lake Lanier communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.5%
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Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Lanier 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 Lake Lanier offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
34.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
24.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Dominion Senior Living at Patrick Square and Summit Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lake Lanier, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 247 independent living facilities near Lake Lanier, South Carolina. See the full list.
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