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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Alvin, SC
Assisted living costs in Alvin average about $4,425 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 81 communities in Alvin. Our detailed directory has 1057 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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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.
Alterra Clare Bridge provides a comfortable, home-like setting with programs and services designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory impairments. Alterra Clare Bridge offers private and companion suites in a comfortable neighborhood environment. Unique building...
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I chose this facility for my mom from the various experiences that I have had with assisted living facilities for the last 10 years. The transitions went smoothly at first and due to my mom's needs and her...
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Near the heart of historic Charleston, our building stands testament to a long standing tradition of Southern hospitality. Our friendly, dedicated and trained staff are here to assist you or loved ones with a warmth that conveys the trust and confidence you are seeking and deserve. We are...
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I am so very thankful for the loving care Mom (age 86 - COPD and dementia) receives at Carter-May Home. She was in Pinewood in Goose Creek, SC for about a year and a half until they raised her level of 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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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, 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.
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This is a great community with great care. The staff is always so caring and helpful. They do have activities, but she is not active right now due to just settling into the community.They are a great value...
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.
Hope Arbor of Murrells Inlet is a locally owned, not-for-profit assisted living. Our community is not large and overwhelming as we are licensed to care for no more than 60 residents. Our prices are all-inclusive which allows for our residents to age in place without having to worry about care...
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My mother was a resident of Dayspring Assisted Living in Hollywood, SC for approximately 5 years. She received great care. The entire staff were very kind to her. She was wheelchair bound for over the last 2...
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.
Dayspring Assisted Living offers a quiet country setting for our residents that is only twenty minutes from Charleston. Our residents and their families are secure in the knowledge that we are committed to patient care. Our ratios of staff to patient are the lowest in Charleston. We don't count...
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
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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 assisted living in Alvin, SC
The average cost of senior living in Alvin is $4,425 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Greeleyville, SC with an average of $2,750 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alvin, SC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Alvin, SC by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Alvin, SC
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What families are saying about assisted living in Alvin
Recent reviews for assisted living in Alvin
Dayspring Assisted Living in Hollywood, SC
4.4
The caregivers at Dayspring were one of the reasons we chose this community. They are wonderful and very good with the residents. This is a smaller community so the ratio of caregivers to residents is higher. They could use a few more activities. The food is good and they keep the community ...
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Hope Arbor of Murrells Inlet
5.0
The staff is good,but they could do better. The meals are good and they said that my wife enjoys them. The community is always clean and neat. My wife says that she feels really comfortable with being here.
Legacy Village of Murrells Inlet
5.0
We had an amazing expeinrece during our time here at St. Gabriel of Murrells Inlet. The director [name removed] along with the rest of the staff are all amazing and friendly and we were very grateful to have their help along the way. We would absolutely recommend this facility to other families ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Caring and attentive staff. Many residents praise the kindness and diligence of the staff members at various communities. For example, at Cypress Square, the staff went above and beyond to help families during the transition process, providing lunch for residents and ensuring they felt welcomed. Staff members at Oaks at ...
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Varied activities and social events. Families frequently mention the wide range of activities offered at their loved ones' communities, such as movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more. At Harmony at Wescott, residents enjoy the active social calendar and regular events, which help keep them engaged and active.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Residents and families consistently mention the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in their communities. At Atria Mount Pleasant, the staff is praised for their efforts to keep the facility tidy, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable environment for all residents.
Communication and transparency. Families value clear and frequent communication with their loved ones and the community staff. At Brookdale West Ashley, families appreciate the director's proactive approach to engaging with them and keeping them informed, while at Magnolia Bridge at Murrells Inlet, the staff's responsivene ...
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Personalized care and attention. Several reviews mention the importance of individualized care and attention in ensuring the comfort and well-being of their loved ones. At The Retreat at Summerville, caregivers take the time to get to know their residents, which helps them better understand their needs and provide the appropr ...
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Accessibility to medical care and transportation. Residents and families appreciate the convenience of having medical care and transportation readily available at their communities. At TerraBella Summerville, being located near Summerville Medical Center is a major advantage, allowing for quick access to health care services when needed.
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Alvin review score based on 306 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 306 reviews of 72 Alvin assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Alvin review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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 Alvin assisted living
When assisted living 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 306 reviews of 72 Alvin assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Alvin resident and family assisted living 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.Alvin, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Alvin assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alvin assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alvin, 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 Alvin assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Alvin 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
52.8%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.7%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.2%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.2%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.6%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.2%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Alvin assisted living
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 Alvin Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.4%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.6%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.2%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.7%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alvin assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alvin 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
23.6%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.9%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
34.7%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Alvin assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alvin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.6%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.8%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
34.7%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alvin assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Alvin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.6%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.1%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.8%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.8%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.6%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.2%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.7%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.3%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.2%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.4%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.2%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Alvin
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about South Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Alvin protect seniors.
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