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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Primus, SC

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Memory care in Primus 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 Primus is about $6,859 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 109 communities, read 2731 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Lancaster, Monroe and Waxhaw.

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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Preston House I, LLC is an assisted living facility specializing in Alzheimer's and memory loss care. The beautiful facility is conveniently located in Charlotte, NC between I-77 and I-85. It promotes safety and is located in a community with controlled access equipped emergency call systems. Our...
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.
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.
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.
Woodlawn Haven Woodlawn Haven is an assisted living community nestled in Mount Holly, North Carolina. Our campus is conveniently located to route 27 and nestled in the deep green of Mount Holly North Carolina. We provide ample parking for both residents and their visiting friends and family....
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Wellington House is a memory care community located in Gastonia, NC. Gastonia is located just west of Charlotte in the Piedmont section of North Carolina and is a terrific place to live, work and visit. Wellington House offers a loving environment that caters to their residents The staff are...
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Brookdale has been a great fit for my mom. It has been especially challenging during the pandemic, but they have done a good job of helping my mom settle in and helping me to feel comfortable that she is...
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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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
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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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Cost of memory care in Primus, SC

The average cost of senior living in Primus is $6,859 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bethune, SC with an average of $5,647 per month.

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

Primus, SC
$6,859/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,859/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,896/mo
Studio
$6,839/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,373/mo

Senior living costs in Primus 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: Primus, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typePrimus, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$6,859/mo$5,404/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$5,604/mo$4,824/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,337/mo$3,557/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Primus, SC:$6,859/mo
South Carolina:$5,404/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Primus, SC:$5,604/mo
South Carolina:$4,824/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Primus, SC:$3,337/mo
South Carolina:$3,557/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Primus, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Primus 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
Primus, SC$6,683/mo$6,317/mo+5.8%
South Carolina$5,196/mo$5,032/mo+3.3%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Primus, SC
2024 average cost:$6,683/mo
2023 average cost:$6,317/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
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 Primus

Recent reviews for memory care in Primus

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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Wildewood Downs Retirement Community in Columbia, SC

5.0
This is a great community and you should come and visit. They have activities like art work, work out classes, walking, dinner parties, movies, bridge and more for the residents to do. I even entered a flower arranging contest.

Sunflower Springs at Summit Place in Columbia, SC

4.0
My mother was a resident at The Haven for several years before she passed away recently. We found the staff to be so very patient, kind, and compassionate. The biggest challenge for them was keeping track of Mother's belongings, which is typical of any facility of this type. My mother never ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and caring staff despite management issues. Several reviews mention the dedication of the staff members at various communities, despite challenges with management. For example, at The Laurels and The Haven in Highland Creek, the Bridge to Rediscovery program and the Haven staff were praised for their kindness and concern for residents, ...
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Engaging activities designed for memory care residents. Activities were noted as an important factor in many residents' experiences. For instance, at Legacy Heights Senior Living Community, residents were involved in various activities including music, arts and crafts, and outings to keep them engaged and stimulated. Additionally, at Somerby Edgew ...
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Thoughtfully planned and maintained living spaces. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and organization of their living spaces, both private and communal. At Brookdale Monroe Square Memory Care, the staff went above and beyond to ensure the memory care unit was set up for optimal comfort and ease, including arranging furniture and decor to cr ...
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Communication between families and staff is clear and consistent. Clear and transparent communication was a common theme in many reviews. For example, at Brookdale South Park, the Brookdale South team made sure to keep families informed of any changes or updates regarding their loved ones' care. At Preston House, Preston House took a proactive approach to ...
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Excellent food and dining experiences. Delicious meals were a highlight for many residents and their families. For instance, at Calveria Living at Camden, the staff at The Colonial went the extra mile to accommodate residents' dietary needs and preferences, ensuring they looked forward to mealtimes every day. Similarly, at Morning ...
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Highly trained and compassionate memory care staff. Highly skilled and compassionate staff members were key to providing quality memory care. At Somerby Baxter Village, the staff at Elderwood at Amherst were commended for their patience and understanding in working with memory care residents. At Calveria Living at Camden, The Colonial's team ...
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Primus review score based on 614 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 614 reviews of 109 Primus memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Primus 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

Primus review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Primus, SC109 facilities
8.2
Rock Hill, SC128 facilities
7.5
Lugoff, SC87 facilities

Review subcategories for Primus 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 614 reviews of 109 Primus memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Primus 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.
Primus, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.1
3.7
Friendliness
3.2
3.8
Care services
2.9
3.5
Staff
3.0
3.6
Meals & dining
2.9
3.3
Activities
2.8
3.3
Value for cost*
2.8
3.4
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Primus memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Primus memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Primus, 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 Primus 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 Primus that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Primus, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.4%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.1%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.5%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.1%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.9%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.2%
69.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Primus 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 Primus Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Primus, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.6%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.3%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.1%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Primus 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 Primus partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Primus, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.8%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.1%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
46.8%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.6%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.2%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Primus 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 Primus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Primus, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
45%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.4%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Primus 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 Primus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Primus, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.4%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.1%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.4%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.7%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.3%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.4%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.9%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.8%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
47.7%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Primus

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