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Assisted living costs in Caines average about $4,829 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 39 communities in Caines. Our detailed directory has 966 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.

As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Murrells Inlet, Pawleys Island and Georgetown.

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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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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
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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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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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, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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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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, 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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Cost of assisted living in Caines, SC

The average cost of senior living in Caines is $4,829 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Greeleyville, SC with an average of $2,750 per month.

Assisted living costs in Caines, SC, vs. nearby cities

Caines, SC
$4,829/mo

Assisted living costs in Caines, SC, vs. state and national averages

Caines, SC
$4,829/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

Assisted living costs in Caines, SC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,829/mo
$4,829/mo

Assisted living costs in Caines, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,817/mo
Studio
$4,368/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,293/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,621/mo

Senior living costs in Caines 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: Caines, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCaines, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,829/mo$4,396/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$4,829/mo$4,445/mo$5,057/mo
Independent Living$4,551/mo$4,217/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Caines, SC:$4,829/mo
South Carolina:$4,396/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Caines, SC:$4,829/mo
South Carolina:$4,445/mo
U.S.:$5,057/mo
Independent Living
Caines, SC:$4,551/mo
South Carolina:$4,217/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Assisted living costs in Caines, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Caines 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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Assisted living cost trends in Caines, SC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Caines 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 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Caines, SC$4,643/mo$4,656/mo-0.3%
South Carolina$4,351/mo$4,245/mo+2.5%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
Caines, SC
2024 average cost:$4,643/mo
2023 average cost:$4,656/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$4,351/mo
2023 average cost:$4,245/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,378/mo
2023 average cost:$5,133/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Caines, SC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Caines.

What families are saying about assisted living in Caines

Recent reviews for assisted living in Caines

River Park Senior Living in Little River, SC

4.0
We had a good experience with River Park Senior Living. Very nicely kept facility. People are nice. They have a reasonable amount of activities for the residents. Overall we're very pleased.

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.

Seabrook at Murrell’s Inlet in Murrells Inlet, SC

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

Attentive and skilled staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and skill of the staff in addressing resident needs. At Brookdale Conway, the maintenance team went above and beyond to help a family member transport items to a loved one's room. At The Artisan Mount Pleasant, staff members work hard to make up for ...
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Quality food and dining experiences. Several reviews praise the quality of meals provided by communities, with chefs accommodating dietary restrictions and individual preferences. For example, at Indigo at Carolina Forest, the chef is described as 'absolutely awesome' and residents enjoy daily card games.
Engaging activities for residents. Communities offer a range of activities to keep residents engaged and active. At River Park Senior Living, residents participate in activities like painting, flower arranging, and arts and crafts, while at Seabrook at Murrell’s Inlet, they enjoy theme parties and outings.
Small community size and personalized care. Several families appreciate the small size of their chosen community, allowing for more one-on-one attention from staff. For instance, at Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living, the executive director and staff make residents feel welcome and cater to their needs.
Easily accessible and clean facilities. Communities are praised for their cleanliness and accessibility. At Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park, the cleanliness is noted as a positive, while at Brookdale Conway, the new carpeting and touch-ups in a resident's room were handled promptly.
Supportive and dedicated staff. Families appreciate the dedication of staff to ensuring their loved ones receive the best possible care. At The Artisan Mount Pleasant, staff members are described as 'trying their best' even when dealing with short staffing, while at Brookdale Conway, staff are attentive and skilled towards ...
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Caines review score based on 248 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 248 reviews of 35 Caines assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Caines 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

Caines review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Caines, SC35 facilities
8.0
Georgetown, SC46 facilities
8.8
Pawleys Island, SC12 facilities

Review subcategories for Caines 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 248 reviews of 35 Caines assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Caines 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.
Caines, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.8
Friendliness
3.5
3.8
Care services
3.2
3.5
Staff
3.4
3.7
Meals & dining
3.0
3.4
Activities
3.1
3.4
Value for cost*
3.1
3.4
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Caines assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Caines assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Caines, 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 Caines 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 Caines that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Caines, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.3%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.3%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.9%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.9%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.3%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.4%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.7%
52.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Caines 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 Caines Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Caines, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.9%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.6%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.3%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Caines 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 Caines partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Caines, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.3%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
45.7%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.7%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.1%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Caines 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 Caines communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Caines, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.1%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.3%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
34.3%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.9%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Caines 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 Caines offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Caines, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.9%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.9%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.9%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.4%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.7%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
62.9%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
54.3%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.4%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.9%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Caines

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Caines protect seniors.
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Arbor Landing at Surfside, Inlet Coastal Resort and Indigo at Carolina Forest are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Caines, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 39 assisted living facilities near Caines, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Caines, South Carolina are Inlet Coastal Resort and Indigo at Carolina Forest. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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