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8 Best Nursing Homes in Beaufort County, SC

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Beaufort County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Beaufort County, SC may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Beaufort County or another care type is right for you. Browse 8 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Beaufort County.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Chisolm, Dale and Lobeco.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Beaufort County, SC

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Photo of Helena Square
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9.9
Review score
69 reviews
9.9
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69 reviews
5 star
78%
4 star
14%
3 star
7%
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0%
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1%
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From the start of meeting with and talking with staff we as a family knew that Helena Square was the place for our family menber! The staff is helpful,to concerned and caring. We have asked many questions...
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.
Helena Place is an assisted living community situated in the heart of Port Royal, South Carolina for over 20 years. Our community has been named The Best of Assisted Living in Port Royal for the last 5 years running. We are located on the south side of the Cypress Wetlands Bird Sanctuary where...
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Photo of Oaks at Beaufort
1313 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.1
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31 reviews
8.1
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31 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
16%
3 star
19%
2 star
6%
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The staff was fantastic and the food was very good. There are places that look better and that are newer, but when it comes to care for the patient, I think they're wonderful, and yes I would recommend Oaks...
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.
Summit Place of Beaufort is an assisted living community located in beautiful, historic Beaufort, South Carolina. Situated on the banks of Battery Creek amongst majestic, moss-draped oaks, we provide assisted living, respite and Alzheimer's care. We are the only community in Beaufort that has a...
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Photo of The Retreat at Lady's Island
1212 Photos available
8.0
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11 reviews
8.0
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11 reviews
5 star
73%
4 star
9%
3 star
18%
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0%
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They were good. The interaction with the staff was very good. They did have activities but my loved one did not get a chance to participate. We picked this community because, the staff was very...
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.
From the very first moment you arrive at our gorgeous Sea Island property on the banks of the Beaufort River, it’s clear that The Retreat at Lady's Island takes a unique approach to senior living in Beaufort, SC. Private and semi-private assisted living suites and studios offer sophisticated...
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Photo of Oaks at Salem Road
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55 Floor plans available
7.3
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10 reviews
7.3
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10 reviews
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Overall it's a nice place. The facilities have not been kept up like it should have been, but they do have a new maintenance lead now. Hopefully that will help. Most of the staff are very courteous 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.
The Oaks at Salem Road is a beautiful assisted living community tucked away in a neighborhood setting conveniently located to historic downtown, coastal wetlands and several shopping areas. As a premiere provider of assisted living in Beaufort, South Carolina, it's our goal to make every day an...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
River Oaks is designed to be home for seniors who need assisted living or memory care services. We believe the comfort of familiarity is precious so our enhanced program enables us to offer care beyond what the traditional assisted living community can deliver. We have the experience and...
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I had rehab at Sprenger after I fell in SC, while on vacation. I had excellent care from the staff ([name removed], my night nurse, is the kindest, most caring person) and the rehab dept helped me make...
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: Nursing Homes
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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
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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 nursing homes in Beaufort County, SC

The average cost of senior living in Beaufort County is $4,691 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Edisto Beach, SC with an average of $3,788 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Beaufort County, SC vs. nearby counties

Beaufort County, SC
$4,691/mo
$4,691/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Beaufort County, SC vs. the state and national average

Beaufort County, SC
$4,691/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Beaufort County vs. other types of senior living

$4,691/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,691/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Beaufort County, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$3,297/mo
Studio
$4,423/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,290/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,490/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Beaufort County over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Beaufort County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Beaufort County

Oaks at Salem Road in Beaufort, SC

4.9
So impressed with all the staff, their kindness and professionalism. They are so positive and really understand what their clients are experiencing. I can pick up the phone to call and talk to [name removed] and it doesn't matter which one answers. My parents are happy and we are at rest ...
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Harbor Cove Memory Care in Hilton Head Island, SC

4.3
We moved him from NHC in Bluffton to Harbor Cove. The staff at Harbor Cove was very caring, which we did not experience at NHC. I wish we'd moved him to Harbor Cove earlier. It is a smaller place, but staff was fantastic with him.

Palmettos Of Bluffton in Okatie, SC

4.5
Like most communities right now Palmettos is going through some staffing issues, but we are still having a good experience. They have activities, but with our loved ones being in memory care instead of watching TV we think they would benefit more if they did more one on one activities, or small ...
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Beaufort County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Beaufort County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Beaufort County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Beaufort County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Beaufort County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Beaufort County, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Beaufort County nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Beaufort County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Beaufort County, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Beaufort County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Beaufort County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Beaufort County, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Beaufort County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Beaufort County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Beaufort County, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
75%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
50%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Beaufort County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Beaufort County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Helena Square, Harbor Cove Memory Care and Oaks at Beaufort are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Beaufort County, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 8 nursing homes facilities near Beaufort County, South Carolina. See the full list.

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