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Memory care in Gaston Mill 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 Gaston Mill is about $4,412 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 148 communities, read 2068 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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My family and I made the decision to go with Palmetto. We loved that it is small and personnel. My mom seems to enjoy it as well.
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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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.
Elizabethan Gardens is a unique assisted living center catering to the elderly, physically disabled, and mentally disabled individuals. Our private rooms are housed in a historic building built in 1929 with semi private wings added in 1982 and 1987. The home has been modernized without losing...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Photo of Watercrest Fort Mill-Indian Lake
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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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
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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.
Carriage House Senior Living is an assisted living community in Sumter Carolina easily accessible from Highway 95. We are convenient to neighboring townships from Lakewood to Woodrow. Our assisted living community is located near a major bus line and we provide ample parking for residents and...
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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.
Photo of Shiloh-Randolph Manor
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.
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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.
Photo of Palmetto Ridge
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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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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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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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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Laurel Crest is more expensive, but they had better care than where my loved one is now. The staff to resident ratio was better here and we got much more personalized care. They pay attention the the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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.
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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.

Cost of memory care in Gaston Mill, SC

The average cost of senior living in Gaston Mill is $4,412 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chesterfield, SC with an average of $3,239 per month.

Memory care costs in Gaston Mill, SC, vs. nearby cities

Gaston Mill, SC
$4,412/mo
$4,462/mo

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

Gaston Mill, SC
$4,412/mo
U.S. national average
$4,955/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,412/mo

Memory care costs in Gaston Mill, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,725/mo
Studio
$5,279/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,129/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,030/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,150/mo

Senior living costs in Gaston Mill vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Gaston Mill, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGaston Mill, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$4,412/mo$4,362/mo$4,955/mo
Assisted Living$4,403/mo$4,315/mo$4,705/mo
Independent Living$3,850/mo$4,135/mo$4,161/mo
Memory Care
Gaston Mill, SC:$4,412/mo
South Carolina:$4,362/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Assisted Living
Gaston Mill, SC:$4,403/mo
South Carolina:$4,315/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Independent Living
Gaston Mill, SC:$3,850/mo
South Carolina:$4,135/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Memory care costs in Gaston Mill, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Gaston Mill 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 Gaston Mill, SC

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Gaston Mill 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.

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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gaston Mill, SC$5,369/mo$5,025/mo+6.8%
South Carolina$4,699/mo$4,425/mo+6.2%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Gaston Mill, SC
2024 average cost:$5,369/mo
2023 average cost:$5,025/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
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 Gaston Mill

Recent reviews for memory care in Gaston Mill

Chandler Place Assisted Living and Memory Care in Rock Hill, SC

4.3
Chandler Place takes the residents out once a week to eat at a restaurant of their choosing, they will take them on scenic drives. They may take them to a Dollar Tree. They also have entertainment groups come in a sing different types of music, as well as play the piano. They provide a variety ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and caring staff. Many reviews highlight the kindness and friendliness of the staff in various communities, such as The Haven and The Laurels in the Village at Carolina Place, Lavender Hills Fort Mill, and English Meadows Camden Campus. Families feel that the staff members genuinely care for their loved one ...
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Varied activities to engage residents. Residents at communities like Fairforest Grove Senior Living, English Meadows Camden Campus, and Harmony at Columbia enjoy a wide range of activities, including arts and crafts, music events, and social gatherings. These activities help keep residents engaged and active.
Properly maintained facilities and cleanliness. Several reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, including Harbison Shores, Legacy Heights Senior Living Community, and Colonial Gardens. Residents and their families appreciate the attention to detail in maintaining both private rooms and common areas.
Active communication between staff and families. Communication is a key feature mentioned in reviews for communities like Colonial Gardens, Lavender Hills Fort Mill, and Harmony at Columbia. Families value regular updates and open dialogue with staff members to ensure their loved ones' needs are being met.
Nutritious and appetizing meals. Quality meals are a crucial factor in overall satisfaction for residents and their families. Communities like Harbison Shores, Forest Lake Manor, and English Meadows Camden Campus have received positive feedback for their well-prepared, delicious meals that cater to individual preferences ...
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Secure and safe living environments. The sense of security and safety is important for both residents and their families. Communities such as The Haven and The Laurels in the Village at Carolina Place, The Blake at Woodcreek Farms, and TerraBella Rock Hill provide secure environments and attentive staff to ensure the well-bei ...
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Gaston Mill review score based on 468 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 468 reviews of 129 Gaston Mill memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gaston Mill 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

Gaston Mill review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Gaston Mill, SC129 facilities
7.1
Kershaw, SC6 facilities
8.2
Heath Springs, SC138 facilities

Review subcategories for Gaston Mill 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 468 reviews of 129 Gaston Mill memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gaston Mill 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.
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Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
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Gaston Mill memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gaston Mill memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gaston Mill, 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 Gaston Mill 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 Gaston Mill 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
52.7%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39.5%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.5%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.4%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.7%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.1%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Gaston Mill 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 Gaston Mill Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47.3%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.2%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.3%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gaston Mill 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 Gaston Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gaston Mill, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.3%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
34.9%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.5%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.4%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gaston Mill 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 Gaston Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
34.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.4%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gaston Mill 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 Gaston Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.1%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.8%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.6%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.5%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.3%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.4%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
45.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
32.6%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.1%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Gaston Mill

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 Gaston Mill protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Vitality Living Columbia and Sunrise of Providence are the top-rated memory care facilities near Gaston Mill, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 148 memory care facilities near Gaston Mill, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Gaston Mill, South Carolina are Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Sunrise of Providence and Legacy Heights Senior Living Community. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 148 memory care facilities near you in Gaston Mill, 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 Gaston Mill, 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 Gaston Mill, 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 Gaston Mill, South Carolina ranges from $1040 to $9510. The average Memory Care cost in Gaston Mill, South Carolina is $4,412. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Gaston Mill, South Carolina typically starts at $1040. 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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