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10 Best Nursing Homes in Summit, SC
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Summit 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 Summit, 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 Summit or another care type is right for you. Browse 36 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Summit.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Columbia Commercial Historic District.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Berlin, Swansea and Pelion.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Summit, SC
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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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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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Summit, SC
The average cost of senior living in Summit is $3,608 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Saluda, SC with an average of $2,444 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Summit, SC vs. nearby cities
Summit, SC
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Summit, SC vs. the state and national average
Summit, SC
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Summit vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Summit, SC by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Summit over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Summit
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Summit
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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Summit nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Summit nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Summit, 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 Summit 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 Summit that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Summit, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
39.3%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.7%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.4%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.4%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.9%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.3%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.4%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Summit 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 Summit Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
32.1%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
32.1%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.7%
1.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Summit 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 Summit partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Summit, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
35.7%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
3.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Summit 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 Summit communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
32.1%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.1%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
25%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.7%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Summit 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 Summit offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Summit, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
39.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.4%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.4%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
32.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
17.9%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.6%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Harbison Shores and Pines Columbia are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Summit, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 36 nursing homes facilities near Summit, South Carolina. See the full list.
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