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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Kirkwood, SC
Memory care in Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood is about $3,971 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 120 communities, read 1150 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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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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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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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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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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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, 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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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
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, 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.
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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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.
The Carriage House of Hartsville is an assisted living community for male and female residents 55 years of age and older in Hartsville, SC. Hartsville enjoys a mild climate most of the year, with occasional snows in the winter. The 2010 census placed the population at 7,764 for our small...
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, 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
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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.
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.
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.
Cost of memory care in Kirkwood, SC
The average cost of senior living in Kirkwood is $3,971 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sumter, SC with an average of $3,296 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Kirkwood, SC vs. nearby cities
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What families are saying about memory care in Kirkwood
Recent reviews for memory care in Kirkwood
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 Carolinian in Florence, SC
4.0
Everything is going well for my mother since her move to this community. She is doing well, and I'am pleased with all they have done for us. This community is working out pretty well for us, and it is a good place with kind people.
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.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Attentive and compassionate staff. Reviews for The Colonial at Old Camden, Harmony at Columbia, and Harbison Shores consistently mention the kindness and dedication of the staff members towards residents. They are praised for their patience, love, and care, making the transition into assisted living or memory care smoother ...
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Variety of engaging activities. From regular activities like trivia nights and bingo at Fairforest Grove Senior Living, memory care residents at Colonial Gardens and The Colonial at Old Camden enjoy stimulating games and events that cater to their interests. The social atmosphere keeps residents active and involved in th ...
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Consistent and transparent communication. Families appreciate the open communication between staff and loved ones at The Blake at Woodcreek Farms and Harbison Shores. Regular updates keep families informed about their loved ones' care and well-being, giving them peace of mind and ensuring their concerns are addressed.
Caring and supportive environment. The care and compassion shown to residents at Colonial Gardens, The Blake at Woodcreek Farms, and Brookdale Monroe Square Memory Care goes beyond just physical care. Staff members create a nurturing and inclusive environment, making residents feel at home and valued.
Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Residents and families alike express satisfaction with the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities at Mill Creek Manor, Brookdale Monroe Square Memory Care, and Colonial Gardens. Well-tended common areas and private rooms provide a welcoming and comfortable living experience.
Thoughtful case management and care planning. Customized care plans at The Blake at Woodcreek Farms and The Colonial at Old Camden cater to residents' unique needs, ensuring they receive quality care that addresses their physical, emotional, and social well-being.
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Kirkwood review score based on 288 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 288 reviews of 104 Kirkwood memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Kirkwood 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
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Review subcategories for Kirkwood 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 288 reviews of 104 Kirkwood memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Kirkwood 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.Kirkwood, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Kirkwood memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kirkwood memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kirkwood, 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 Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood 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
45.2%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.8%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
99%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.1%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.2%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.4%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40.4%
72.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood 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
42.3%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.1%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.5%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.2%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.8%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
27.9%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.1%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.6%
18.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19.2%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.5%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
26.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.6%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.3%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.6%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.1%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.8%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.8%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.6%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
35.6%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.7%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Colonial at Old Camden, Fairforest Grove Senior Living and Harbison Shores are the top-rated memory care facilities near Kirkwood, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 120 memory care facilities near Kirkwood, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Kirkwood, South Carolina are The Colonial at Old Camden and Fairforest Grove Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 120 memory care facilities near you in Kirkwood, 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 Kirkwood, 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 Kirkwood, 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 Kirkwood, South Carolina ranges from $1575 to $8900. The average Memory Care cost in Kirkwood, South Carolina is $3,971. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Kirkwood, South Carolina typically starts at $1575. 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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