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Assisted living costs in Delmar average about $5,038 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 17 communities in Delmar. Our detailed directory has 129 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Lexington, Irmo and West Columbia.

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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Photo of The Legacy of Lexington
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66 Floor plans available
8.9
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Staff seem genuinely caring and professional. Always willing to step outside their specific responsibility to find the help you need. Also, accommodations are modern (but Colonial) and attractive. Clean and...
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.
The Legacy of Lexington is an assisted living community situated in the heart of Lexington, South Carolina, high on a tranquil hill where the outdoors can be enjoyed from the rocking chairs on the front porch.Along with our beautiful surroundings, it's the people at The Legacy of Lexington who...
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33 Floor plans available
8.0
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My family and I have been extremely pleased with the care and compassion provided by this assisted living facility. The staff members are friendly, attentive, and genuinely care about the residents'...
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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We went with Generations of Chapin because it was close to home and the value for the money was good. There are a lot of activities provided, but they are an extra charge and I was not expecting that. She is...
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.
Generations Assisted Living Facilities and related businesses were founded by Louetta A. Slice who was a registered nurse, licensed nursing home administrator and a certified assisted living administrator. Her health care career was devoted to helping and caring for senior adults. Generations...
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She [name removed] has been a joy to me and others coming to visits. She has been a patience and she is very artistic and has much of offer.
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.
Photo of Oakleaf of Lexington
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30 reviews
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Anytime I had questions they were quick to respond and help. The activities director was always in the memory care unit at the scheduled time making sure everyone was included. Their communication with our...
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.
Oakleaf Village of Lexington has been in operation since 2001. This means we have staff that have been taking care of Lexington County residents for over 18 years. We pride ourselves on the lack of turnover we have in our care team, so we can promise more continuity of care. Your loved one won’t...
Photo of Spring Oaks at Lexington
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28 reviews
1.0
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My wife and I visited her dad over the Father's Day weekend 3 times. The facility is clean the rooms are nice and the staff is very friendly and attentive. We showed up unannounced and were treated great. My...
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.
Choosing the best assisted living and memory care community can be an important decision that many seniors and families will have to make. Families and senior citizens alike will want to know that their lives will be well taken care of. At Carolina Gardens at Lexington, residents enjoy an active,...
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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.
Generations Assisted Living Facilities and related businesses were founded by Louetta A. Slice who was a registered nurse, licensed nursing home administrator and a certified assisted living administrator. Her health care career was devoted to helping and caring for senior adults. Generations...
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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: 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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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: 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.
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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: 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.
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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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Delmar, SC

The average cost of senior living in Delmar is $5,038 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Winnsboro, SC with an average of $4,292 per month.

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

Delmar, SC
$5,038/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,038/mo
$5,647/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,836/mo
Studio
$4,131/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,853/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,824/mo

Senior living costs in Delmar 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: Delmar, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDelmar, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,038/mo$4,824/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,647/mo$5,404/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,160/mo$3,557/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Delmar, SC:$5,038/mo
South Carolina:$4,824/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Delmar, SC:$5,647/mo
South Carolina:$5,404/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Delmar, SC:$3,160/mo
South Carolina:$3,557/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Delmar, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Delmar 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 average 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
Delmar, SC$4,595/mo$4,475/mo+2.7%
South Carolina$4,586/mo$4,444/mo+3.2%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Delmar, SC
2024 average cost:$4,595/mo
2023 average cost:$4,475/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$4,586/mo
2023 average cost:$4,444/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Delmar, 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 Delmar.

What families are saying about assisted living in Delmar

Recent reviews for assisted living in Delmar

Lakeside Place Senior Living in Lexington, SC

4.1
We went with Lakeside Place because of the proximity to where I live and also it is a relatively new facility so the layout is really nice and beautiful. On the negative side, they do not really offer as much assistance as where my loved one was before. On the weekends it is very hard to get a ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Improved management and staff morale. Several reviews highlight the positive impact of recent management changes at various communities, leading to happier staff and improved resident care. For instance, at The Legacy of Lexington, the new management team has brought about a fresh coat of paint, updated carpet and vinyl, and repla ...
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High-quality, balanced meals. Many reviews emphasize the importance of quality food in contributing to residents' overall satisfaction with their living situation. At Oakleaf of Lexington, the chef accommodates individual dietary restrictions and preferences, ensuring every resident looks forward to mealtimes. This is echo ...
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Engaging activities for socializing. Activities are highly valued by residents and their families, with several reviews mentioning the wide range of offerings at different communities. For example, at Jenni-Lynn, the social director hosts a full calendar of events that keep residents engaged and active, with activities like singi ...
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Prompt and effective communication. Open and consistent communication is essential for families to feel informed and reassured about the care their loved ones are receiving. At Fairforest Grove Senior Living, staff members are praised for their approachability and quick response to questions or concerns, ensuring that families a ...
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Thoughtful accommodations for residents' needs. Catering to residents' specific needs is a common theme in the reviews, with several communities offering accommodations that help make daily life easier and more comfortable. For instance, at Pines Columbia, the staff goes above and beyond to grant all requests, no matter how big or small, en ...
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Welcoming and clean living spaces. Cleanliness and a welcoming atmosphere are important considerations for residents and their families, and several reviews mention the efforts made to maintain these aspects at various communities. For example, at Harbison Shores, the facilities are described as clean and inviting, with residen ...
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Delmar assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Delmar assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Delmar, 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 Delmar 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 Delmar 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
46.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
34.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
57.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.3%
30.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.3%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
26.7%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Delmar 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 Delmar Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Delmar, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.3%
33.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.7%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Delmar 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 Delmar partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Delmar, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.7%
41.8%
No sugar
No sugar
26.7%
38.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.3%
37.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
18.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Delmar 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 Delmar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Delmar, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.2%
Room service
Room service
20%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Delmar 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 Delmar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Delmar, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
31.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
31.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
50.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.7%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
36.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
38.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
13.3%
31.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Delmar

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

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The Legacy of Lexington, Lakeside Place Senior Living and Generations of Chapin are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Delmar, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
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