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22 Floor plans available
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What we like the most about Fairforest Grove is the friendly staff who appear to know our loved one and recognize us each time we visit; appears to be taking care of our loved one; cleanliness; different...
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.
At Fairforest Grove, you’ll feel the difference that regional ownership and management make in creating a warm, family-focused environment, especially suited for senior living. Fairforest Grove is owned and managed by Mainstay Senior Living, not by a corporation or senior care conglomerate. Our...
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My first impression was it smelled good and appeared clean. Staff and other employee were kind to residents patients, are clean, smell good and their rooms and beds are clean. It's memory care so things go...
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.
Harbison Shores is an assisted living community in Irmo, South Carolina. Irmo is part of the Columbia metro area, offering residents easy access to fine shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities. Recognized by Money Magazine as one of the most 'Affordable Places to Live in the Country',...
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5's all around! We're very happy with The Village at Southlake! The entire experience has been a Godsend. [name removed] is so friendly and helpful. And the other staff, especially maintenance, have been...
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.
The Village at Southlake is a senior community located in Lexington, South Carolina, in Lexington County, which offers superlative independent living. From the second you first enter the community you'll know there is something special about The Village at Southlake, from the care free atmosphere...
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Everyone at Deepwood Estates has been very nice and helpful! The apartment sizes and the amenities offered for residents are good. It is also a great value!
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.
Deepwood Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Just minutes from the scenic shores of Lake Murray, you'll fall in love with our comfortable facilities, beautiful grounds and stunning views. Residents appreciate the convenience of being so close to the...
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A very loving place! Lots of varied activities do and caring staff who encourage involvement. We picked this community, because she was not ready for assisted living... but not fully independent either. All...
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.
Lakeview, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Lake Drive in Columbia. We look forward to opening brand new during the Spring of 2022! Lakeview will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your...
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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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Brookdale Harbison gets a 5 in each and every category! My mother in law loves it there, and her opinion is the only one that really matters. We have had no issues.
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.
Embrace The Golden YearsIf you want to embrace your golden years with enthusiasm and energy without sacrificing peace of mind that comes from having access to quality care, look no further than our assisted living community in Columbia, South Carolina. Surrounded by a warm and welcoming care team...
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The staff taking care of my dad are excellent, caring, and understanding. They take very good care of him and understand him so well! The meals are excellent and well-balanced. The rooms are cleaned weekly...
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.
Oakleaf Village of Lexington has been in operation since 2001. This means we have staff that have been taking care of Lexington County residents for over 18 years. We pride ourselves on the lack of turnover we have in our care team, so we can promise more continuity of care. Your loved one won’t...
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66 Floor plans available
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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...
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 Legacy of Lexington is an assisted living community situated in the heart of Lexington, South Carolina, high on a tranquil hill where the outdoors can be enjoyed from the rocking chairs on the front porch.Along with our beautiful surroundings, it's the people at The Legacy of Lexington who...
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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 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 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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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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My husband and I have lived in our two bedroom Independant Living Apartment since mid September 2018. I cannot honestly state that the bad outweighs the good. Of course, there are always little...
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.
Springfield Place is an independent living community in Newberry, SC. This community is a great place to call home for all of those individuals who are looking to be a part of Newberry and all that the city offers. Newberry is a part of Newberry County, and it provides residents and guests with...
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
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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
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.
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We love Pebble Creek. Residents are very nice. Its pretty clean. Public restrooms at entrance could use a little polishing up. What surprised me the most is that the new manager who took over several weeks...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.

Cost of independent living in Little Mountain, SC

The average cost of senior living in Little Mountain is $3,205 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Saluda, SC with an average of $2,369 per month.

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

Little Mountain, SC
$3,205/mo
$3,246/mo
$3,350/mo

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

Little Mountain, SC
$3,205/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$3,678/mo
Independent Living
$3,205/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,613/mo
Studio
$3,791/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,068/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,917/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Little Mountain over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Little Mountain

Recent reviews for independent living in Little Mountain

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

3.6
My Dad was there for such a short time we did not get very acquainted with the staff. Those we did interact with were very friendly and helpful.

Pines Columbia in West Columbia, SC

5.0
My dad passed away in August. The Pines was wonderful to him. Very caring kind staff. They were always well staffed, we never felt like they were short handed. The staff really tries to grant all requests no matter how big or small. The public bathroom could be updated/repaired to have a more ...
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Little Mountain independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Little Mountain independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Little Mountain, 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 Little Mountain 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 Little Mountain 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
19.2%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.9%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Little Mountain 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 Little Mountain communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
23.1%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Little Mountain 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 Little Mountain offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.6%
46.1%
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Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Harbison Shores and The Village at Southlake are the top-rated independent living facilities near Little Mountain, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 31 independent living facilities near Little Mountain, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Little Mountain, South Carolina is Fairforest Grove Senior Living. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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