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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Cummings, SC
Assisted living costs in Cummings average about $4,247 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 43 communities in Cummings. Our detailed directory has 536 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: Memory Care, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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
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, 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.
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
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.
Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage provides an intimate, home-like setting with programs and services designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory impairments. Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage offers private and companion suites in a comfortable neighborhood environment....
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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.
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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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We have had our grandmother there since February 2021. She loves it there. We had to temporary move to a new facility due to a situation beyond our control; she, nor the staff, couldn’t wait to have her...
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 Cummings, SC
The average cost of senior living in Cummings is $4,247 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gifford, SC with an average of $3,655 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cummings, SC
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What families are saying about assisted living in Cummings
Recent reviews for assisted living in Cummings
Oaks at Salem Road in Beaufort, SC
4.9
So impressed with all the staff, their kindness and professionalism. They are so positive and really understand what their clients are experiencing. I can pick up the phone to call and talk to [name removed] and it doesn't matter which one answers. My parents are happy and we are at rest ...
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Lakeview Manor in Springfield, GA
5.0
Lakeview Manor is a beautiful location with a warm and welcoming staff. Our family selected Lakeview based on its' friendly, family atmosphere. Our senior family members settled in within the first week, enjoying new friends and activities.
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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews comment on the kindness and professionalism of the staff at various communities. For example, at Oaks at Salem Road, families expressed appreciation for the staff's care and understanding, while at Legacy Savannah Quarters, loved ones were impressed by the staff's eagerness to h ...
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Variety of activities. Reviews mention the importance of having a range of activities to keep residents engaged. At Legacy Savannah Quarters, residents wish for more activities for men, while at Oaks at Pooler, the activity director is praised for their excellent work. Overall, residents enjoy the diverse offering ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance. Cleanliness and maintenance are frequent concerns in reviews, with some communities, such as Cypress Square, needing improvement in this area. However, other communities, like Pines at Bluffton, are commended for their spotless facilities and regular upkeep.
Good communication with families. Clear and effective communication between communities and families is crucial for peace of mind. At Oaks at Pooler, families are kept informed with frequent updates, while at Legacy Savannah Quarters, the administrator is mentioned as being unresponsive to concerns.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Food quality is a significant factor in overall satisfaction for residents. At Palmettos Of Bluffton, meals are described as delicious, while at Canterfield of Bluffton, the food is criticized as terrible and the service staff is not great. Communities strive to accommodate various dietary n ...
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Accommodating to residents' needs. Individualized attention allows communities to cater to residents' unique requirements. At The Retreat at Summerville, the staff accommodated a resident's request to bring her own furniture, while at Oaks at Beaufort, they ensured that her loved one received the care she needed despite chall ...
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Cummings review score based on 96 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 96 reviews of 37 Cummings assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Cummings 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
Cummings review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Cummings 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 96 reviews of 37 Cummings assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cummings 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.Cummings, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Cummings assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cummings assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cummings, 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 Cummings 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 Cummings 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
59.5%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.1%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.9%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.3%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.1%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.6%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.1%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
51.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Cummings 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 Cummings 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
54.1%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.7%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.5%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cummings 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 Cummings 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
27%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
35.1%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.4%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.4%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Cummings 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 Cummings communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.5%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
24.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cummings 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 Cummings offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
43.2%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.7%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.2%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.6%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.6%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.7%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
45.9%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
29.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.8%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.8%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cummings
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 Cummings protect seniors.
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