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Memory care in Lima 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 Lima is about $5,412 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 159 communities, read 2842 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Greenville, Hendersonville and Brevard.

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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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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.
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The facility is relatively new with small staff and limited residents. Staff is small but exceptionally helpful. food is good but could add more healthy options. [name removed], one of cna's, top notch. Room...
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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
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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.
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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.
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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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.
Hominy Valley Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in the beautiful and quiet community of Candler, North Carolina. Surrounded by breath taking views, this is the perfect place for you to call home. Candler is a peaceful mountain community that lies in between Canton and...
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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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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Exceptional care. Staff go above and beyond, they are caring, hard working and compassionate.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Silver Bluff Village is an assisted living community nestled in the mountains of North Carolina, on the bank of the Pigeon River in Canton. This is a place where southern climate mixes with high altitude to create pleasant weather throughout the year. Our residents take advantage of this weather...
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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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My mother is loving her stay at the McCune Center! The staff is doing a great job at catering to my mother's needs. The facility is well maintained. There are many opportunities for my mother to participate...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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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.
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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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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 Lima, SC

The average cost of senior living in Lima is $5,412 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spartanburg, SC with an average of $4,617 per month.

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

Lima, SC
$5,412/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,412/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,980/mo
Studio
$6,335/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,625/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,453/mo

Senior living costs in Lima 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: Lima, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLima, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$5,412/mo$5,404/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$4,944/mo$4,824/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,555/mo$3,557/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Lima, SC:$5,412/mo
South Carolina:$5,404/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Lima, SC:$4,944/mo
South Carolina:$4,824/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Lima, SC:$3,555/mo
South Carolina:$3,557/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Lima, SC, over time

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

Lima, SCSC stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Lima, SC

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Lima 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 average 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
Lima, SC$4,998/mo$4,653/mo+7.4%
South Carolina$5,196/mo$5,032/mo+3.3%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Lima, SC
2024 average cost:$4,998/mo
2023 average cost:$4,653/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,196/mo
2023 average cost:$5,032/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Lima

Recent reviews for memory care in Lima

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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Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC

4.0
My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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Ashlan Village in Lyman, SC

4.8
The activities are great, before COVID they have bible studies, church groups come in to sing, and other live entertainment. We really liked how friendly the staff was, everything is on one level so its very convenient. The food could use some improvements, the quality could be a little better.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and caring staff. Numerous reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at communities like Brookstone Terrace of Chanticleer, Heritage Hills Senior Living, and TerraBella Hendersonville. Families appreciate their commitment to providing excellent care and ensuring residents' needs are ...
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Affordable pricing with good value. Several reviews mention the affordability of communities such as Brookstone Terrace of Chanticleer, Kauhale Pettigru, and Heritage Hills Senior Living. Residents and families find that the cost is justified by the quality of care and services provided.
Secure memory care units. Memory care units at communities like Pine Grove Senior Living, Calveria Living at Greer, and TerraBella Summit provide peace of mind with their high level of security, ensuring the safety and well-being of residents with dementia and Alzheimer's.
Caring and communicative staff towards families. Several families express appreciation for the open and frequent communication from staff at communities like Brookstone Terrace of Chanticleer, Hilltop of Greenville Memory Care, and TerraBella Hendersonville. Staff members keep families informed and address their concerns promptly.
Attractive and clean facilities. Communities like LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Waterstone on Augusta, and Brookstone Terrace of Chanticleer are praised for their pleasant appearances, with residents and families commenting on the cleanliness and good upkeep of the facilities.
Effective handling of challenging situations. Reviews for communities like Brookstone Terrace of Chanticleer, Pine Grove Senior Living, and Brookstone Terrace of Chanticleer share stories of staff members expertly managing difficult situations, demonstrating their patience and understanding in caring for residents with complex needs.
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Lima review score based on 636 family reviews

8.1
Review score159 facilities636 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 636 reviews of 159 Lima memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lima 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

Lima review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Lima, SC159 facilities
8.3
Easley, SC133 facilities
8.2
Spartanburg, SC143 facilities

Review subcategories for Lima 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 636 reviews of 159 Lima memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Lima 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.
Lima, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.2
3.7
Friendliness
3.4
3.8
Care services
3.1
3.5
Staff
3.2
3.6
Meals & dining
2.9
3.3
Activities
3.0
3.3
Value for cost*
3.1
3.4
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Lima memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lima memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lima, 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 Lima 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 Lima that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lima, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
49.1%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.3%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
49.1%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.9%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.7%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.6%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.5%
69.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Lima 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 Lima Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lima, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.2%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.6%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.6%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lima 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 Lima partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lima, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.7%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.4%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
35.8%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.6%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.6%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Lima 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 Lima communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lima, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.1%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
23.3%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lima 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 Lima offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lima, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.9%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.4%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.8%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.8%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.3%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.7%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.2%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.5%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
39%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
27%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.5%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.6%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Lima

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