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Memory care in Fairwold offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Fairwold is about $4,102 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 29 communities, read 644 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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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Cost of memory care in Fairwold, SC

The average cost of senior living in Fairwold is $4,102 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Summit, SC with an average of $3,680 per month.

Memory care costs in Fairwold, SC, vs. nearby cities

Fairwold, SC
$4,102/mo

Memory care costs in Fairwold, SC, vs. state and national averages

Fairwold, SC
$4,102/mo
U.S. national average
$4,955/mo

Memory care costs in Fairwold, SC, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,102/mo

Memory care costs in Fairwold, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,087/mo
Studio
$4,399/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,764/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,484/mo

Senior living costs in Fairwold 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: Fairwold, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFairwold, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$4,102/mo$4,362/mo$4,955/mo
Assisted Living$3,997/mo$4,315/mo$4,705/mo
Independent Living$3,475/mo$4,135/mo$4,161/mo
Memory Care
Fairwold, SC:$4,102/mo
South Carolina:$4,362/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Assisted Living
Fairwold, SC:$3,997/mo
South Carolina:$4,315/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Independent Living
Fairwold, SC:$3,475/mo
South Carolina:$4,135/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Memory care costs in Fairwold, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Fairwold 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.

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Memory care cost trends in Fairwold, SC

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Fairwold 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
Fairwold, SC$5,487/mo$4,781/mo+14.8%
South Carolina$4,699/mo$4,425/mo+6.2%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Fairwold, SC
2024 average cost:$5,487/mo
2023 average cost:$4,781/mo
Percent change:+14.8%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$4,699/mo
2023 average cost:$4,425/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Fairwold

Recent reviews for memory care in Fairwold

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.

Pines Columbia in West Columbia, SC

4.5
The staff team at Pines Columbia is friendly and usually available when you need them. Communication of events at facility have improved so that family has an opportunity to schedule and be present.

Springtree Manor Assisted Living in Columbia, SC

4.9
I chose the community due to close to my home and the staff was welcoming. The cost was reasonable for my Dads needs now and in the future along with the cleanness.

Fairwold review score based on 113 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 113 reviews of 27 Fairwold memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fairwold review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Fairwold review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Fairwold, SC27 facilities
8.4
Arcadia Lakes, SC27 facilities
8.4
Forest Acres, SC27 facilities

Review subcategories for Fairwold memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 113 reviews of 27 Fairwold memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Fairwold resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Fairwold, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Fairwold memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fairwold memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fairwold, 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 Fairwold memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Fairwold that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59.3%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.8%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.9%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40.7%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Fairwold memory care

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 Fairwold Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fairwold, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.1%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.5%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fairwold memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fairwold partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fairwold, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
29.6%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.9%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Fairwold memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fairwold communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fairwold, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
37%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fairwold memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Fairwold offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fairwold, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
48.1%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.1%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.3%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.7%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.7%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.1%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.1%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Fairwold

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about South Carolina memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Fairwold protect seniors.
Learn about South Carolina memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Wildewood Downs Retirement Community, Fairforest Grove Senior Living and Vitality Living Columbia are the top-rated memory care facilities near Fairwold, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 29 memory care facilities near Fairwold, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Fairwold, South Carolina are Fairforest Grove Senior Living and Harbison Shores. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 29 memory care facilities near you in Fairwold, South Carolina typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Fairwold, South Carolina, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Fairwold, South Carolina, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Fairwold, South Carolina ranges from $1700 to $8005. The average Memory Care cost in Fairwold, South Carolina is $4,102. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Fairwold, South Carolina typically starts at $1700. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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