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Memory care in Shepard 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 Shepard is about $4,090 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 127 communities, read 1296 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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My brother lived here for several years. He was treated with love and respect. I will always feel this facility is part of my family. I miss my brother so much..
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The staff were very professional when I went on the tour and lunch in the cafeteria. I would recommend this facility because the residents are friendly and the staff are professional.
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.
Welcome to Mill Creek Manor Independent, Assisted Living, & Memory Care, located in beautiful Columbia, SCMill Creek Manor is conveniently located to dining, shopping, and surrounded by beautiful Sesquicentennial Park.Here at Mill Creek Manor we provide a senior living neighborhood with the...
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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.
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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, 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.
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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...
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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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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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Great facility!
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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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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, 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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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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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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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.
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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.

Cost of memory care in Shepard, SC

The average cost of senior living in Shepard is $4,090 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sumter, SC with an average of $3,298 per month.

Memory care costs in Shepard, SC, vs. nearby cities

Shepard, SC
$4,090/mo
$4,001/mo
$3,892/mo

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

Shepard, SC
$4,090/mo
U.S. national average
$4,955/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,090/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,705/mo
Studio
$4,965/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,911/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,895/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,000/mo

Senior living costs in Shepard 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: Shepard, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShepard, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$4,090/mo$4,362/mo$4,955/mo
Assisted Living$4,048/mo$4,315/mo$4,705/mo
Independent Living$3,638/mo$4,135/mo$4,161/mo
Memory Care
Shepard, SC:$4,090/mo
South Carolina:$4,362/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Assisted Living
Shepard, SC:$4,048/mo
South Carolina:$4,315/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Independent Living
Shepard, SC:$3,638/mo
South Carolina:$4,135/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Memory care costs in Shepard, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Shepard 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 location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shepard, SC$5,142/mo$4,842/mo+6.2%
South Carolina$4,699/mo$4,425/mo+6.2%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Shepard, SC
2024 average cost:$5,142/mo
2023 average cost:$4,842/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
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 Shepard

Recent reviews for memory care in Shepard

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.

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

Caring and compassionate staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members towards residents at various communities. For example, at Colonial Gardens, residents express appreciation for the caring nature of the staff, despite some concerns about turnover and cleanliness. At English Meadows ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Activities are a popular topic in reviews, with residents and families expressing satisfaction with the range of offerings at different communities. For instance, at Brookdale Monroe Square Memory Care, memory care residents appreciate the variety of activities, such as singing, games, and soc ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Quality food is a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Colonial Gardens, the Colonial Gardens community is noted for its good meals and friendly staff, while at English Meadows Camden Campus, the chef's accommodations to dietary restrictions and indi ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews often highlight the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in the community. For example, at Fairforest Grove Senior Living, residents and families appreciate the cleanliness of Fairforest Grove, mentioning the renovated patio and dining room as favorites. At Colonial Gardens, carpets ...
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Friendly and helpful front desk staff. Front desk staff are a crucial point of contact for families and residents. At Brookdale Monroe Square Memory Care, the sales manager receives praise for her kindness and understanding, making families feel confident in their loved one's care. At The Legacy of Hartsville, communication is gr ...
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Supportive and accommodating management. Management plays an essential role in ensuring the well-being of residents and their families. At Colonial Gardens, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually. At Mill Creek Manor, the staff are willing to help in any ...
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Shepard review score based on 290 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 290 reviews of 111 Shepard memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shepard 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

Shepard review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Shepard, SC111 facilities
8.0
Camden, SC120 facilities
7.8
Bethune, SC11 facilities

Review subcategories for Shepard 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 290 reviews of 111 Shepard memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shepard 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
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
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Shepard memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shepard memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shepard, 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 Shepard 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 Shepard 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
45.9%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.4%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
99.1%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.6%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.9%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99.1%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.7%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Shepard 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 Shepard 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
38.7%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.4%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shepard 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 Shepard 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
19.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
29.7%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.3%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.6%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shepard 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 Shepard communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.7%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
29.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shepard 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 Shepard offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
39.6%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.2%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.3%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.8%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.6%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.6%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.9%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
37.8%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
27%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Shepard

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 Shepard protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Vitality Living Columbia and Florence Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shepard, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 127 memory care facilities near Shepard, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Shepard, South Carolina are Fairforest Grove Senior Living and Harbison Shores. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 127 memory care facilities near you in Shepard, 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 Shepard, 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 Shepard, 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 Shepard, South Carolina ranges from $1575 to $9510. The average Memory Care cost in Shepard, South Carolina is $4,090. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Shepard, 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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