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Photo of Harmony at Five Forks
99 Photos available
3131 Floor plans available
9.1
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45 reviews
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45 reviews
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I would definitely recommend! ALL the employees are so nice and helpful. The residents appear to be very happy too. The décor and furniture is nice and doesn't look cheap. It doesn't smell like a nursing...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at Five ForksIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Simpsonville, South Carolina, we are offering in-person tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents and team members, along with the security,...
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44 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.0
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25 reviews
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I like the security that I feel knowing they have someone there 24/7 and that someone is there in case my mom, who is in an independent living apartment, needs help. The the food, activities, staff, and...
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.
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Photo of Quillen Manor Assisted Living and Villas
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9.0
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44 reviews
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Mama says they are good to her and she likes it there. The food is not the best but I understand that they are eating healthier foods. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for...
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.
Located in Fountain Inn, Greenville County, South Carolina, Quillen Manor is an independent and assisted living community for seniors that also provides memory care for residents with memory loss, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease. The community is nestled in a quiet, rural area, surrounded by...
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88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
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19 reviews
8.9
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They are taking very good care of my sister My sister is only 67. She is still mobile. With that said, Wesley Court has so many activities to keep her busy. The place is very clean and the food is...
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.
Wesley Court is a beautiful assisted living community that is available to seniors in Boiling Springs, SC. This assisted living community aims to please all its residents and to offer them a great place to live. The city of Boiling Springs is a great place for family to visit, as everyone will...
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Photo of Brookstone Terrace of Simpsonville
1010 Photos available
8.9
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39 reviews
8.9
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My Mom kept falling, but she was hard to keep in her wheel chair she kept trying to get up. They were always kind to me and kept me informed. It was always clean and it looked like a lot of activities for...
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.
Brookstone Terrace of Simpsonville specializes in providing exceptional care in a secure, comfortable, and resort-like environment for those needing Assisted Living or those living with Alzheimer's Disease, dementia, and other forms of memory care needs. We are conveniently located on Scuffletown...
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Photo of The Springs at Simpsonville
66 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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19 reviews
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It is a very happy place to be. The overall atmosphere is joyful and welcoming. Every time we go in there is something fun that they are celebrating with games and fun food. They do their best to get all of...
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.
The Springs at Simpsonville is an assisted-living facility located in Simpsonville, S.C. The locally-owned senior center provides a personalized level of care to each resident in a comfortable home-like environment. Located within walking distance of downtown Simpsonville, the facility offers...
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Photo of The Legacy at Southpointe Drive
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44 Floor plans available
8.8
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We are overall pleased with the Legacy. What we pay is more than reasonable. Unfortunately we just experienced a staff change. We have not met many of the new staff. We live out of state so we will meet them...
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.
The Legacy at Southpointe Drive is an assisted living community in Greenville, South Carolina. Our community offers personalized care services in a home-like community just minutes from downtown Greenville. Our community is ideally located near Interstate I-85 and 385, offering convenient access...
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8.8
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64 reviews
8.8
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The staff very kind and helpful, activities director very good, very clean especially since going through renovations and her room is a great size.
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.
Tucked away in the heart of historic Greenville, The Parker assisted living and memory care community often feels more like a family reunion than a traditional senior living experience. This is the place where you can enjoy everything you need for a wonderful retirement. From a custom care plan...
Photo of Fairview Park
1818 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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Memory care seems to be a step down from Assisted and definitely from Independent care. However, the caregiving staff is kind, patient, and good-humored. All of the staff really see the residents, but even...
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.
Legacy Reserve at Fairview Park is the newest upscale retirement community in Simpsonville, SC. It is perfect for active seniors looking to live their best life doing the activities they love, from water aerobics, movie night, and pool games to exploring the most exciting areas of Simpsonville....
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Photo of Brookdale Brushy Creek
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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14 reviews
8.7
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Brookdale at Brushy Creek staff provided a wonderful and trustworthy experience to us as descendants and advocated for our father with love and care. When we asked questions, they responded efficiently and...
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.
Live Your AdventureHere in Greer, South Carolina, we’re more than assisted living community. We’re a family. It won’t take you long to understand what we mean. From the moment you walk through the front door, you’ll feel the warmth of our kind and compassionate care team and see the...
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Photo of Spring Park Assisted Living and Memory Care
77 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
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27 reviews
8.7
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27 reviews
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The daily caregivers were good and seemed to really care for their residents. The caregivers were good. Management and communication could improve.
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.
Spring Park is an Atlas Senior Living Community with a separate secure memory care wing.Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually, and emotionally stimulating. We encourage our residents to celebrate the joys of life...
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Photo of Windsor House Greenville
55 Photos available
8.6
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28 reviews
8.6
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28 reviews
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My parents have been residents for close to 5 years. The staff has always been available for anything they needed but went above and beyond recently. My Dad was in hospice and requiring a lot more care than...
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.
Windsor House Greenville is a 50-bed community conveniently located on Pelham Road on Greenville's eastside. We are 1.5 miles from I-85 and 2.5 miles from Haywood Mall/Road. The facility is 9 years old, single story, and beautiful inside and out. The brick Georgian architecture with large white...
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Photo of Carolina Reserve of Laurel Park
88 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.6
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8.6
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Most of the staff and facility are wonderful. There are some things that fall through the cracks like having any medical staff at the facility on a regular basis. The activity staff is the best ever and they...
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.
Carolina Reserve of Laurel Park is located at the southern edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains and was incorporated on October 2004. This Navion Senior Solutions facility offers both Independent and Assisted living, Carolina Reserve of Laurel Park offers the wonderful services that have made us the...
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Photo of Carolina Reserve of Hendersonville
11 Photo available
77 Floor plans available
8.6
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27 reviews
8.6
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There simply are no words that are adequate to give Carolina Reserve at Hendersonville enough credit for all they have done for our mother in her last years. The staff has been so patient, kind and lovely to...
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.
Why opt for nursing home care when your needs can be met at our beautiful assisted living community in Western North Carolina? At Carolina Reserve, we accept a higher level of care than most realize – and our residents age in place without the need to move to a skilled nursing facility in the...
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Photo of Brookdale Asheville Overlook
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.6
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42 reviews
8.6
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Overall very happy with staff and facility. Treated my father like he was family! I would recommend to others, very caring environment for your family member.
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.
A Nature Lover’s DreamTucked amidst the natural beauty of Asheville, North Carolina, it’s no surprise the new neighbors at your assisted living community are eager to adventure in the great outdoors. You’ll feel right at home as you soak up the sunshine and scenic views on the expansive...
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Photo of The Blake at Hollingsworth Park
99 Photos available
8.5
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16 reviews
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Dad is comfortable and receiving the help he needs. Nutritious food and helpful staff make my dad’s life pleasant and safe. His blood sugar is in therapeutic range and is being tested regularly. He is...
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.
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Photo of The Gables at Cobb Village
77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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What we really like the most about this community is the overall friendliness and we would recommend The Gables at Cobb Village to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
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.
The Gables at Cobb Village is a senior residence provides seniors with a community that is made just for them and offers them a comfortable place to call home. Located in Royston, GA, this community offers much to its residents. Guests of this community's residents will find the Royston Wellness...
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Photo of TerraBella Spartanburg
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75 reviews
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Terra Bella is a very attractive home for both long- as well as short term care. The staff is friendly and accommodating, but they appear to be slightly understaffed. The executive staff is eager to make...
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.
Live in the hub of local activity while enjoying the intimacy of TerraBella Spartanburg. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Spartanburg, SC, offers personalized services and thoughtful amenities that generate excitement and pride among residents and their guests. The caring and...
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Although it is not looking good for mom to go there because of complications. They have gone above and beyond to help us. I would recommend to others but as all assisted living places they have limits to...
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.
Just 30 minutes from Asheville, in the footprint of the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, Terrabella Hendersonville offers residents a warm, relaxing living environment near beautiful views, historic sites, shopping, dining and medical services. Senior residents enjoy our assisted living...
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8.4
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It's clean, the staff are very knowledgeable, particularly about memory care patients, they are kind, they are patient, and they do appropriate activities with the patients. Also, the food is great. they...
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.
Picture Yourself living the lifestyle you've earned...…. Whether you'd just like a little assistance or need more comprehensive attention, we have a program for you. Life at TerraBella Thornblade offers all of the comforts of home without the challenges, problems and responsibilities of home...
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36 reviews
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A 5 for all of them. [name removed] was very easy to work with and helped us get everything planned for my dad's stay. The nurse was great also with his meds. The facility it self looks more like a 5 star...
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.
Located in Downtown Greenville, SC, Waterstone on Augusta is a premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community that brings a new, enriching lifestyle to seniors in our growing neighborhood. From the time you walk through the doors, this is obviously no understatement. We strive to enhance the...
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1111 Photos available
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Room was big enough and had plenty of closet space and even a built in dresser which was nice. The staff was ok, some were really great and some were just ok. Dining room was nice and they gave a ton of...
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.
Pendleton Manor is located in the downtown area of Greenville, SC and is owned and operated by Schonberg and Associates.  It is the oldest, most established Assisted Living in Greenville.  Along with the 35 bed assisted living, Pendleton Manor also has a 30 bed secured memory care unit...
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2020 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.1
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Friendly, attentive staff, and great facility. Some apartments and outside grounds need maintenance and upgrades. However, it is an accommodating facility and exactly what we needed for our family and...
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.
Brookdale Anderson is a luxurious senior living community offering a wide range of senior services in Anderson, South Carolina. Our campus sits on 12 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering residents a peaceful and tranquil retirement experience. Just minutes from major...
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The staff are friendly and helpful. Quality of food is excellent. Quality of care has been excellent. Apartment size sufficient. Cleanliness of facility excellent. Activities varied and staff repeatedly...
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.
Morningside of Anderson is nestled away in a neighborhood setting near shopping, restaurants and the hospital. As a premiere provider of assisted living, it's our goal to make every day a memorable one. Discover our experienced and caring staff, comfortable apartment-style living, activities and...
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88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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12 reviews
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the activities have increased a lot since my dad was there. It was incredibly expensive but they took fantastic care of my Dad so it was worth it. Yes, we would recommend Brookdale Hartwell to other...
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.
Endless OpportunitiesHere at our beautiful personal care and memory care community in Hartwell, Georgia, we handle all the cooking, cleaning, laundry and other household chores so you can spend more time doing the things you love. We may be biased, but we think you will fall in love with...
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Cost of independent living in Pickens County, SC

The average cost of senior living in Pickens County is $3,787 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Salem, SC with an average of $3,720 per month.

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

Pickens County, SC
$3,787/mo
$3,951/mo
$3,961/mo

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

Pickens County, SC
$3,787/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

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

$4,083/mo
Independent Living
$3,787/mo

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

Semi-Private
$1,800/mo
Studio
$3,197/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,192/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,949/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,392/mo

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

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Pickens County, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typePickens County, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,787/mo$3,911/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$4,070/mo$4,129/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$4,083/mo$4,162/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Pickens County, SC:$3,787/mo
South Carolina:$3,911/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Pickens County, SC:$4,070/mo
South Carolina:$4,129/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Pickens County, SC:$4,083/mo
South Carolina:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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Independent living costs in Pickens County, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Pickens County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Pickens County, SCSC stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Pickens County, SC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Pickens County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Pickens County, SC$3,014/mo$2,998/mo+0.5%
South Carolina$3,098/mo$3,099/mo-0.0%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Pickens County, SC
2024 average cost:$3,014/mo
2023 average cost:$2,998/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,098/mo
2023 average cost:$3,099/mo
Percent change:-0.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Pickens County

Recent reviews for independent living in Pickens County

Eden Terrace of Spartanburg

5.0
This is a great facility! Eden Terrace staff is friendly and very caring, very responsive to the needs of their residents. It is a friendly and well cared for facility. I would definitely recommend!

Quillen Manor Assisted Living and Villas in Fountain Inn, SC

4.6
The people are very helpful and caring. Everyone checks on each other and we are a close knit community.

BeeHive Homes of Toccoa

5.0
My dad was only at this house house for a short time but while he was there he had received excellent care from the caregivers and other staff. They made sure the residence was always clean and that they had hot tasty throughout the deals. I overall have no complaints and would recommend this ...
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Pickens County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pickens County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pickens 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 Pickens 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 Pickens County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pickens County, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.4%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.9%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
31.7%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.7%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.4%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Pickens 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 Pickens County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pickens County, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.6%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.9%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
24%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pickens 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 Pickens County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pickens County, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.9%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.1%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.9%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.5%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.1%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.5%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
40.1%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
27.5%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.4%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.7%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Willows of Easley, Dominion Senior Living at Patrick Square and Vickery Parke Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Pickens County, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 209 independent living facilities near Pickens County, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Pickens County, South Carolina are North Pointe, Julian Woods Retirement and Maple Brook Terrace Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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