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Assisted living costs in Challedon average about $3,853 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 34 communities in Challedon. Our detailed directory has 541 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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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: 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Photo of Mary's Residential Care Facility #2
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.
Photo of Highlands Senior Living Columbia
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, 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Challedon, SC

The average cost of senior living in Challedon is $3,853 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Little Mountain, SC with an average of $3,600 per month.

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

Challedon, SC
$3,853/mo
$3,853/mo

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

Challedon, SC
$3,853/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,853/mo
$3,941/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,246/mo
Studio
$4,349/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,847/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,827/mo

Senior living costs in Challedon 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: Challedon, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeChalledon, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,853/mo$4,316/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$3,941/mo$4,362/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$3,385/mo$4,136/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Challedon, SC:$3,853/mo
South Carolina:$4,316/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Challedon, SC:$3,941/mo
South Carolina:$4,362/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Challedon, SC:$3,385/mo
South Carolina:$4,136/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Challedon, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Challedon 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.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Challedon, SC$4,659/mo$4,005/mo+16.3%
South Carolina$4,325/mo$4,098/mo+5.5%
National$5,264/mo$4,973/mo+5.9%
Challedon, SC
2024 average cost:$4,659/mo
2023 average cost:$4,005/mo
Percent change:+16.3%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$4,325/mo
2023 average cost:$4,098/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,264/mo
2023 average cost:$4,973/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Challedon, 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 Challedon.

What families are saying about assisted living in Challedon

Recent reviews for assisted living in Challedon

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.

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.

Springtree Manor Assisted Living in Columbia, SC

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

Effective communication between families and staff. Many reviews highlight clear and open communication between community staff and family members, ensuring everyone is informed and involved in their loved one's care. At Brookdale Harbison, families appreciate the protocols for keeping them updated, while at Harbison Shores, staff provide det ...
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Comfortable living spaces. The clean and welcoming atmosphere of various communities contributes to residents' overall satisfaction. Families at Pines Columbia and Merrill Gardens at Columbia describe their loved ones' rooms as bright, spacious, and homelike, while at Fairforest Grove Senior Living, residents apprec ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Activities tailored to residents' interests keep them engaged and active. At Jenni-Lynn, Jenni Lynn offers a full calendar of events, and Pines Columbia has a dedicated activities director. Residents at Harbison Shores enjoy a range of activities, including arts and crafts, bingo, and outi ...
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Caring and attentive staff. Reviews frequently mention the compassionate and dedicated nature of community staff. At Jenni-Lynn, staff are described as friendly and responsive, while at Fairforest Grove Senior Living, the staff's attentiveness and kindness stand out. At Harbison Shores, residents and families appreci ...
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Varied meal options. Residents' meals are a source of joy and comfort at various communities. At Harbison Shores, the food is said to be tasty and well-balanced, while Oakleaf of Lexington offers a variety of meal choices. Families of Merrill Gardens at Columbias residents are pleased with the food and the acc ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep are important factors in residents' satisfaction. At Pines Columbia, the facility has recently been renovated, and the grounds are kept in excellent condition. Harbison Shores is praised for its cleanliness, while Harbison Shores ensures regular maintenance for both ...
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Challedon review score based on 110 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 110 reviews of 31 Challedon assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Challedon 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

Challedon review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Challedon, SC31 facilities
8.8
Irmo, SC28 facilities
8.7
West Columbia, SC35 facilities

Review subcategories for Challedon 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 110 reviews of 31 Challedon assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Challedon 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.
Challedon, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
4.0
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Challedon assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Challedon assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Challedon, 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 Challedon 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 Challedon that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Challedon, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
45.2%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.3%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.4%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.5%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.7%
52.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Challedon 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 Challedon Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Challedon, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
35.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.8%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
32.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Challedon 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 Challedon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Challedon, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
25.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.8%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Challedon 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 Challedon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Challedon, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.3%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
25.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.9%
18%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Challedon 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 Challedon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Challedon, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
35.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.9%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.5%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
35.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
22.6%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.5%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Challedon

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 Challedon protect seniors.
Learn about South Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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