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10 Best Independent Living Communities in North Charleston, SC
If you’re looking for independent living in the North Charleston 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 North Charleston. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 28 independent living facilities in North Charleston, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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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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I am so very thankful for the loving care Mom (age 86 - COPD and dementia) receives at Carter-May Home. She was in Pinewood in Goose Creek, SC for about a year and a half until they raised her level of 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.
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Cost of independent living in North Charleston, SC
The average cost of senior living in North Charleston is $4,049 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Edisto Beach, SC with an average of $3,830 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Charleston, SC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Charleston, SC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in North Charleston, SC by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in North Charleston
Recent reviews for independent living in North Charleston
Overture West Ashley 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes in Charleston, SC
5.0
The staff and residents are super friendly. There are lots of activities, and they are awesome for the residents. The breakfast is available Monday through Friday, and this is awesome for us. On Wednesdays they offer a happy hour, and they even include some appetizers.
Dayspring Assisted Living in Hollywood, SC
4.4
The caregivers at Dayspring were one of the reasons we chose this community. They are wonderful and very good with the residents. This is a smaller community so the ratio of caregivers to residents is higher. They could use a few more activities. The food is good and they keep the community ...
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Daysprings of Johns Island
4.9
Nice place where the owners are on site and know every residents names.
North Charleston independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Charleston independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Charleston, 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 North Charleston 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 North Charleston 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
21.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
39.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.9%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in North Charleston 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 North Charleston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
32.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Charleston 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 North Charleston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
53.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
32.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.4%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Daniel Pointe Retirement Community, Quality Care Residential Home and Atria Mount Pleasant are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Charleston, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 28 independent living facilities near North Charleston, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in North Charleston, South Carolina is Daniel Pointe Retirement Community. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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