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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Gaffney, SC

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Memory care in Gaffney 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 Gaffney is about $5,219 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 15 communities, read 386 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Spartanburg, York and Clover.

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Photo of TerraBella Spartanburg
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8.5
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All above a 5. Nurses, Aids activities are great. She has her hair and pedicures done there. Aunt [name removed] loves it there. She said food is delicious. She is adjusting well.
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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8.0
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19 reviews
8.0
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Overall, the experience was good, and the staff/care was good; the facility was very nice and kept clean, most of the rooms were private and a good size. Overall my husband was treated well and if something...
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.
Situated in beautiful Shelby, known as “the City of Pleasant Living,” our warm, relaxing assisted living single-story community is known for down-home cooking, family get-togethers and lots of fellowship. Senior residents enjoy Terrabella of Shelby’s welcoming environment; engaged and friendly...
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6.0
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21 reviews
6.0
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The staff has kept me well informed of any medical emergencies my mother has had. They also keep us informed of activities occuring at the facility. I looked at other facilities and this one was local.
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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I moved my grandmother into Bevid Place last July. The staff is super friendly and always helpful. I can reach out to the supervisor on-call 24/7 and they always respond immediately. The facility has done a...
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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Summit Hills has been wonderful! They are a very sweet community and the freedom they give my parents and the assurance of them being well taken care of is priceless. They have welcomed our whole family and...
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.
Summit Hills is a luxury continuing care retirement community in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Located on 50 acres and just minutes from downtown Spartanburg, our private gated community offers a lifestyle that is second to none. Members enjoy beautiful accommodations, industry-leading Care...
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There was some confusion in the beginning. Don't know about some of the fees. Said everything was in house , but some services are hard to get. Room is fine. Food seems to be good, no issues.
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.
Welcome to The Inverness at Spartanburg, where our goal is to give you more time to pursue those activities you love. We are conveniently located in the beautiful rural area of Spartanburg, SC. The atmosphere is warm and relaxed and the ambience embraces the uniqueness of the local culture. The...
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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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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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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.
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.
If you want to ensure the quality of care your loved ones deserves, than look no further....Park Place Assisted Living is the answer. Our professional and caring staff go that extra mile in serving our senior adults. Our top priority is to provide our seniors with a lifestyle that enhances the...
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Cost of memory care in Gaffney, SC

The average cost of senior living in Gaffney is $5,219 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spartanburg, SC with an average of $4,617 per month.

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

Gaffney, SC
$5,219/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,219/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,097/mo
Studio
$6,309/mo

Senior living costs in Gaffney 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: Gaffney, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGaffney, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$5,219/mo$5,404/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$4,704/mo$4,824/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$3,557/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Gaffney, SC:$5,219/mo
South Carolina:$5,404/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Gaffney, SC:$4,704/mo
South Carolina:$4,824/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Gaffney, SC:unavailable
South Carolina:$3,557/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Gaffney

Recent reviews for memory care in Gaffney

TerraBella Shelby

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at TerraBella Shelby and overall I would say that things are good. The move in process was pretty smooth. The staff are super nice and welcoming. Communication with the family could be better, but it is okay. The value for cost is not so great as families are ...
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The Inverness at Spartanburg

4.8
The food was very good, there was no complaints. The rooms provided were very nice, very clean. What really stood out to was that this community was well maintained, this community was good in price as well.. We would recommend this to a family or friend.

Woodland Place Assisted Living in Spartanburg, SC

4.9
Our experience with Windsor House so far has been a good one. The place is very clean and well-kept it looks great. The Staff has been kind and helpful to my mother. She has partaken in some new activities and she really enjoys the food she said "it is delicious". Everything has been good and ...
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Gaffney review score based on 42 family reviews

6.8
Review score10 facilities42 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 42 reviews of 10 Gaffney memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gaffney 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

Gaffney review score compared against nearby cities

6.8
Gaffney, SC10 facilities
6.3
Spartanburg, SC0 facilities
8.1
Rock Hill, SC0 facilities

Review subcategories for Gaffney 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 42 reviews of 10 Gaffney memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gaffney 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.
Gaffney, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
2.3
3.8
Friendliness
2.2
3.9
Care services
2.1
3.6
Staff
2.0
3.8
Meals & dining
2.1
3.5
Activities
2.1
3.4
Value for cost*
2.2
3.5
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Gaffney memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gaffney memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gaffney, 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 Gaffney 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 Gaffney that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gaffney, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
63.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
69.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gaffney 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 Gaffney Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gaffney, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
72.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
45.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
67.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gaffney 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 Gaffney partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gaffney, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
44.6%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
41.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
22.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Gaffney 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 Gaffney communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gaffney, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
30%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gaffney 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 Gaffney offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gaffney, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
33%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
53.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
50.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
59.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
50%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
22.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46%
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State regulations for memory care in Gaffney

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 Gaffney protect seniors.
Learn about South Carolina memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

TerraBella Spartanburg, TerraBella Shelby and Viva Senior Living at Gaffney are the top-rated memory care facilities near Gaffney, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 15 memory care facilities near Gaffney, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Gaffney, South Carolina is Brookdale Forest City. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 15 memory care facilities near you in Gaffney, 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 Gaffney, 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 Gaffney, 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 Gaffney, South Carolina ranges from $2500 to $10740. The average Memory Care cost in Gaffney, South Carolina is $5,219. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Gaffney, South Carolina typically starts at $2500. 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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