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The average monthly cost of Memory Care in South Carolina is $5,404, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Gary area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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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.
1.0
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37 reviews
1.0
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37 reviews
5 star
73%
4 star
5%
3 star
0%
2 star
8%
1 star
14%
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I have been here 5 1/2 months and I like it here. A couple of comments: 1. When contribution flex dollars to the employee appreciation fund, make a dollar for dollar, not a .30 on a dollar. 2. Have a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Photo of The Palmettos of Parklane
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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99 Floor plans available
7.0
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77 reviews
7.0
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77 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
22%
3 star
6%
2 star
4%
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5%
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Everyone was very nice and helpful! The man at the desk was wonderful. I think he mostly works nights. The financial lady was very helpful. The medication man was great. Really everyone I dealt with was...
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.
In a beautiful homestead with an expansive Southern-style front porch, you'll find Forest Lake Manor, a family-style senior community. Enjoy a quiet walk in the courtyard, relax with friends by the fountain, or visit with family in the dayroom. Located in the heart of Forest Acres, Forest Lake...
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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.
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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Cost of memory care in Gary, SC

The average cost of senior living in South Carolina is $5,404 per month as compared to $6,999 in the United States.

Senior living costs in South Carolina vs. 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 state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeSouth CarolinaU.S.Cost difference
Memory Care$5,404/mo$6,999/mo22.8% below national median
Assisted Living$4,824/mo$5,830/mo17.3% below national median
Independent Living$3,557/mo$3,520/mo1.1% above national median
Memory Care
South Carolina:$5,404/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:22.8% below national median
Assisted Living
South Carolina:$4,824/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:17.3% below national median
Independent Living
South Carolina:$3,557/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:1.1% above national median
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What families are saying about memory care in Gary

Recent reviews for memory care in Gary

Lakeside Place Senior Living in Lexington, SC

4.1
We went with Lakeside Place because of the proximity to where I live and also it is a relatively new facility so the layout is really nice and beautiful. On the negative side, they do not really offer as much assistance as where my loved one was before. On the weekends it is very hard to get a ...
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Hilltop of Greenville Memory Care

4.8
I have been well pleased with Hilltop Memory Care. My only concern has been difficulty in reaching staff. I received a voicemail expressing concern about my husband and was unable to reach anyone for over 12 hours. I hope this problem has been addressed. The director has assured me that my ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Mixed feedback on food quality. Reviews for several communities, including Harmony at Columbia, Pine Grove Senior Living, and The Pearl at Five Forks, indicate inconsistency in meal quality. Residents' dietary needs and preferences should be prioritized, and meals should be flavorful and well-balanced.
Communication with families. Families mention that effective communication is essential for their peace of mind. At Colonial Gardens, they appreciate regular updates and transparent information. However, issues arise when staff are not easily reachable, such as at Bevid Place.
Activities tailored to residents' interests. Families express appreciation for diverse activities that cater to residents' interests, as seen at Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff. Staff should engage residents in meaningful activities to promote engagement and socialization.
Properly maintained facilities. Reviews emphasize the importance of cleanliness and upkeep, with residents and families expecting well-maintained interior spaces and grounds. The common areas, private rooms, and outdoor areas should all be kept in excellent condition.
Dedicated memory care facilities. Several families prefer communities that specialize in memory care to ensure their loved ones receive appropriate care and attention. For example, Harmony at Columbia and The Springs at Simpsonville are praised for their focus on memory care.
Trained and supportive staff. Reviews consistently highlight the significance of compassionate, well-trained staff who can effectively support residents. Staff members should be patient, understanding, and equipped to handle the unique challenges of memory care.
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Gary review score based on 450 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 450 reviews of 107 Gary memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gary 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

Gary review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Gary, SC107 facilities
8.1
Laurens, SC104 facilities
9.2
Newberry, SC7 facilities

Review subcategories for Gary 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 450 reviews of 107 Gary memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gary 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.
Gary, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.7
Friendliness
3.7
3.8
Care services
3.5
3.5
Staff
3.5
3.6
Meals & dining
3.3
3.3
Activities
3.4
3.3
Value for cost*
3.5
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Gary memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gary memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gary, 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 Gary 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 Gary that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gary, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.9%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.9%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
99.1%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.9%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99.1%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.7%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
49.5%
69.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gary 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 Gary Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gary, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.6%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.6%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.1%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gary 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 Gary partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gary, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.7%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.8%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
41.1%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.4%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.8%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Gary 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 Gary communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gary, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.6%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.8%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gary 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 Gary offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gary, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
49.5%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.3%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.1%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.6%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.8%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.1%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.7%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
34.6%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Gary

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Ashley Square, Emerald Gardens and Fairforest Grove Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Gary, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 107 memory care facilities near Gary, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Gary, South Carolina are Ashley Square, Emerald Gardens and The Gables on Pelham. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 107 memory care facilities near you in Gary, 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 Gary, South Carolina, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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