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Assisted living costs in Dorchester County average about $4,400 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 67 communities in Dorchester County. Our detailed directory has 921 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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I am so very thankful for the loving care Mom (age 86 - COPD and dementia) receives at Carter-May Home. She was in Pinewood in Goose Creek, SC for about a year and a half until they raised her level of 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.
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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
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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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it has been a pretty good experience for us. It is clean and well maintained. The meals could use a little improvement. The staff are very nice and attentive for her needs, I have no complaints. The people...
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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.
Chardon Place, is an assisted living community nestled on 14 acres. It is a short drive from the islands of Kiawah and Seabrook which have swimming, tennis, and world-class golf courses, and the dining and shopping experiences of Bohicket Marina, Sea Island Shopping Center, and the new...
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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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I chose this facility for my mom from the various experiences that I have had with assisted living facilities for the last 10 years. The transitions went smoothly at first and due to my mom's needs and her...
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Near the heart of historic Charleston, our building stands testament to a long standing tradition of Southern hospitality. Our friendly, dedicated and trained staff are here to assist you or loved ones with a warmth that conveys the trust and confidence you are seeking and deserve. We are...
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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 provides a comfortable, home-like setting with programs and services designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory impairments. Alterra Clare Bridge offers private and companion suites in a comfortable neighborhood environment. Unique building...
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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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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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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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Dorchester County, SC

The average cost of senior living in Dorchester County is $4,400 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smoaks, SC with an average of $2,728 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dorchester County, SC vs. nearby counties

Dorchester County, SC
$4,400/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dorchester County, SC vs. the state and national average

Dorchester County, SC
$4,400/mo
U.S. national average
$4,620/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dorchester County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,400/mo
$4,447/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Dorchester County, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,041/mo
Studio
$4,990/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,611/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,747/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,165/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Dorchester County over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dorchester County, 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 Dorchester County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dorchester County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dorchester County

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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Daysprings of Johns Island

4.9
Nice place where the owners are on site and know every residents names.

Oaks at Daniel Island in Charleston, SC

4.9
My mother was struggling in a senior independent living community in FL. I needed to find a place locally near my home in Daniel Island South Carolina. I called aplaceformom.com. [name removed] was truly amazing helping me figure out which community would work best for my mom. I work on Daniel ...
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Dorchester County review score based on 306 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 306 reviews of 67 Dorchester County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dorchester County 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

Dorchester County review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Dorchester County, SC67 facilities
8.8
Ridgeville, SC10 facilities
8.8
Harleyville, SC13 facilities

Review subcategories for Dorchester County 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 306 reviews of 67 Dorchester County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dorchester County 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.
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Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.9
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Value for cost*
3.9
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Dorchester County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorchester County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorchester County, 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 Dorchester County 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 Dorchester County 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
58.2%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.3%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59.7%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.4%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50.7%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Dorchester County 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 Dorchester County 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
56.7%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.3%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.8%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorchester County 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 Dorchester County 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
23.9%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.8%
39.5%
No sugar
No sugar
35.8%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.8%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.4%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorchester County 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 Dorchester County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
29.9%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.3%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
34.3%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.9%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorchester County 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 Dorchester County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50.7%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.3%
30.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.4%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.8%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.8%
51.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.8%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.3%
33.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.3%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.8%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
47.8%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
34.3%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.9%
23.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.8%
45%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dorchester County

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 Dorchester County protect seniors.

Learn about South Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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