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Assisted living costs in Cayce average about $3,979 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 17 communities in Cayce. Our detailed directory has 313 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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She likes it but doesn't love it. It's pricey for what you receive. She does seem to be more active there and has church every Wednesday. The staff are 50/50 it depends on who you have working.
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.
Merrill Gardens at Columbia is a new senior living community offering independent living and memory care. We are located next to Segra Park, home of the Columbia Fireflies, one mile from the State House and downtown. We offer luxury senior living in the heart of revitalized BullStreet District....
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61 reviews
I am so very thankful we found Fairforest Grove for Mother! It was such a difficult decision to make having to place her somewhere in the first place; but I couldn’t be happier with the outcome. I’ve not...
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.
At Fairforest Grove, you’ll feel the difference that regional ownership and management make in creating a warm, family-focused environment, especially suited for senior living. Fairforest Grove is owned and managed by Mainstay Senior Living, not by a corporation or senior care conglomerate. Our...
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9.4
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75 reviews
Staff is nice, office not as helpful with paperwork, insurance as would like. Activities pretty nice. Not a diverse population of residents. Mostly white females… haven’t been happy with level of attention...
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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9.2
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68 reviews
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.
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.
At Pines Columbia, a pet friendly senior living community near Columbia, SC, we provide our residents thoughtful, compassionate assistance with their daily routine, while respecting their independence. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed...
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9.1
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35 reviews
We chose Jenni-Lynn because of the nice location. Quiet neighborhood located conveniently to grocery and dining. Within our budget. Very kind and personal staff. 4 of the nurses attended my moms...
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.
Jenni Lynn Assisted Living and Independent Living has been serving Seniors for over 30 years. We are located off Hwy 378 in West Columbia, 1 mile from Lexington Medical Hospital. We offer a wide array of services, amenities and activities that keep our resident healthy and safe, while providing...
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8.2
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39 reviews
I don’t have enough words to express the appreciation I have for the care and comfort they provide to my dear Dad. My family is grateful for the day we walked in and met the people in CG and heard about the...
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.
Colonial Gardens is an assisted living community that is located in the quiet town of West Columbia, Lexington County, South Carolina. Colonial Gardens is a place of residence specializing in memory care support and Alzheimer's treatment. At the Colonial Gardens, residents who suffer from...
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My dad has been in the facility for many years. For the past three months, it has taken a 100% turnaround with the new Business Manager. He is always pleasant and when I visit, is spending time with the...
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.
Twilite Manor Twilite Manor is an assisted living community located in Cayce, SC. Cayce is located in Richland and Lexington Counties and home to about 12,500 residents. With its location on the Congaree River, residents can enjoy the scenic views, take long walks, go on outings with friends, or...
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I am happy with the care from this community. The staff is caring. This is a clean community and we like that they have a patio in her room that she does enjoy. The menu is appealing and we like the...
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.
Carolina Gardens at West Columbia is an assisted living and memory care community in Columbia, South Carolina. Columbia is the capital city of South Carolina and offers world class shopping, dining and medical facilities. Our vibrant and thriving city allows residents to make the most of their...
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My mother in law is still adjusting to living at this community. The staff have been fabulous and have helped every step of the way. The entire staff watch out for her. She likes the food and they do offer...
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.
Carolina Gardens at Kathwood is an assisted living and memory care community in Columbia, South Carolina. Located in the capital city of Columbia, our residents enjoy unparalleled access to fine shopping, dining and medical facilities. Columbia is a historic city with a thriving downtown area,...
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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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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
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, 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.
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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, 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.
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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Cayce, SC
The average cost of senior living in Cayce is $3,979 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Perry, SC with an average of $2,968 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cayce, SC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cayce, SC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cayce vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Cayce, SC by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Cayce over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cayce, SC
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What families are saying about assisted living in Cayce
Recent reviews for assisted living in Cayce
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 Legacy of Lexington
5.0
There was a much welcomed management change several months ago, and things have noticeably improved. The common areas have been painted, new carpet and vinyl were installed, and I understand that new furniture has been ordered for these areas. A number of employees were replaced, and the staff ...
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Brookdale Columbia
4.9
I chose the community due to close to my home and the staff was welcoming. The cost was reasonable for my Dads needs now and in the future along with the cleanness.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Attentive and caring staff. Many reviews highlight the attentiveness and caring nature of the staff at various senior living communities. At Fairforest Grove Senior Living, family members express gratitude for the staff's responsiveness and commitment to their loved ones' well-being. At Forest Lake Manor, residents and ...
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Variety of activities and entertainment. Reviews often praise the wide range of activities offered at senior living communities. For example, at Jenni-Lynn, residents enjoy a full calendar of events organized by the social director, while at Forest Lake Manor, residents participate in fun activities like UNO and outings to get ice ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Several reviews mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the common areas and residents' rooms at various communities. At Pines Columbia, the staff takes pride in maintaining a clean and attractive environment, while at Forest Lake Manor, the facility's overall condition is noted as a major fac ...
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Individualized care and attention. Residents and their families appreciate the personalized care and attention they receive at different senior living communities. For instance, at Fairforest Grove Senior Living, the staff takes the time to understand each resident's unique needs and tailors their care accordingly. At Forest L ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Adequate nutrition is a crucial aspect of senior living, and many reviews comment on the quality of the meals served at various communities. At Jenni-Lynn, the chef caters to residents' dietary restrictions and preferences, while at Forest Lake Manor, the food is described as delicious and w ...
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Welcoming and inclusive environment. Reviews consistently mention the welcoming and inclusive atmosphere at different senior living communities. At Pines Columbia, residents and their families feel at home and appreciate the sense of community, while at Forest Lake Manor, the staff creates a warm and friendly environment that e ...
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Cayce review score based on 57 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 57 reviews of 17 Cayce assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Cayce 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
Cayce review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Cayce 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 57 reviews of 17 Cayce assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cayce 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.Cayce, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Cayce assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cayce assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cayce, 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 Cayce 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 Cayce 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
52.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.4%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.6%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.1%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.2%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Cayce 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 Cayce Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cayce, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.9%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.4%
32.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.2%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cayce 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 Cayce 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
23.5%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.3%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
35.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.4%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
14.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Cayce 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 Cayce communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
35.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.3%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
23.5%
35.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cayce 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 Cayce offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.2%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.3%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.2%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
40.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.2%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
41.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
17.6%
29.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.9%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cayce
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 Cayce protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Harbison Shores and Forest Lake Manor are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Cayce, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 17 assisted living facilities near Cayce, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Cayce, South Carolina is Fairforest Grove Senior Living. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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