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Assisted living costs in Gaston Mill average about $4,532 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 158 communities in Gaston Mill. Our detailed directory has 2222 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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Photo of The Meridian at Carolina Lakes
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We love the resort- like feel, meal experience and chef catering to input from residents, planned activities that are enjoyed and build community, provision for residents to get to shopping and appointments,...
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.
The Meridian at Carolina Lakes is redefining senior living with elegant surroundings, active living, and resort-style spaces. Featuring assisted living and compassionate dementia care, The Meridian is committed to serving area seniors with the care they deserve and the exceptional customer...
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My aunt is doing so much better there than living at home! The staff is wonderful and so caring. The thing that I find most reassuring is my aunt is clean, safe and gets her medicine on time. That makes us...
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.
The Legacy of Hartsville is tucked securely within a quaint community of families and neighbors. Within minutes of the hospital and medical offices in one direction and a downtown area flourishing with charm and history in another, The Legacy is proud to offer services and amenities, activities...
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My mom was at the Pines for a short time before needing more intensive care. While there, we found the staff to be exceptional. They were very attentive and caring. We would definitely recommend The Pines...
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...
Photo of The Blake at Woodcreek Farms
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I would give them a 5 on everything. My mother is doing so much better there and the staff is wonderful. From my perspective, the thing that I find most reassuring is my mom is clean and safe and gets to...
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.
Resort Style Assisted Living and Memory CareStrategically located at the entrance of Woodcreek Farms in Northeast Columbia, The Blake at Woodcreek Farms is unlike any other. Retirement and hospitality are blended to create an assisted living and memory care community where you will feel right at...
Photo of Merrill Gardens at Columbia
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It is great to be close to baseball field and other restaurants within walking distance. My mom is an active 90 year old that likes to walk the park. And we walk up to baseball game and publico restaurant....
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.
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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Photo of Harmony at Columbia
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3232 Floor plans available
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I found the staff overly invasive but I much younger than the rest of the residents. Not terrible but it made me a bit uncomfortable. It was also difficult to get assistance later in the evening. Again,...
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.
Welcome to The Harmony Collection at ColumbiaIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Columbia, South Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support,...
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The overall experience I would say is a 5 except for the activities and the staff. I haven't seen any activities during my visits and I haven't met the new memory care manager. However, what we like the most...
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.
Terrabella at Rock Hill is an assisted living and Memory Care community in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Rock Hill is a large and thriving city with a welcoming, small town atmosphere. Our historic town boasts a world-renowned sports facility, genuine southern hospitality and an abundance of...
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Photo of Sumter Grove Senior Living
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We chose this facility because it was "affordable" and because of the staff to resident ratios. There are group outings every week, sometimes twice a week. Residents are encouraged to sign up
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.
Warm and inviting are just two words one would use to describe Sumter Grove Senior Living.From the front porch rockers to the neighborhood feel, once you have walked through our front doors, our goal is to make you feel welcome every day. As a premiere provider of assisted living, it is our goal...
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Photo of Woodridge Assisted Living
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Woodridge is a much better value for the money than Willow Grove. my aunt is taken care of by trained medical professionals/ she is seen by a doctor or NP on a regular basis, they take her to and from...
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.
Woodridge is a senior living community located in Monroe, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Woodridge we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and helping them...
Photo of Brookdale Harbison
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Brookdale Harbison gets a 5 in each and every category! My mother in law loves it there, and her opinion is the only one that really matters. We have had no issues.
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.
Embrace The Golden YearsIf you want to embrace your golden years with enthusiasm and energy without sacrificing peace of mind that comes from having access to quality care, look no further than our assisted living community in Columbia, South Carolina. Surrounded by a warm and welcoming care team...
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Photo of Somerby Edgewater
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There aren’t enough words to describe how great Somerby at Edgewater is![Names Removed] and the entire staff are so welcoming, kind, understanding, and you can tell they truly care about their residents and...
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.
Resort Style Assisted Living and Memory CareStrategically located in Indian Land, South Carolina off of Edgewater Parkway. The Blake at Edgewater is unlike any other. Retirement and hospitality are blended to create an assisted living and memory care community where you will feel right at...
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Very attentive staff and you can tell at this place the residents are really being taken care of. Room sizes are great for the needs and the amenities offered to the residents are awesome!
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.
Tucked away in the diverse city of Fort Mill, South Carolina, The Pearl at Fort Mill is a memory care community designed to offer residents a blend of active lifestyles, exceptional amenities, and professional care. They offer high standards of care in a comfortable, homelike setting, and have...
Photo of Chandler Place Assisted Living and Memory Care
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We are so grateful for the team at Chandler Place. The attention they give the residents is much more than basic care. They are treated with love, Kindness and more than anything, respect. I feel that they...
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.
It’s time to upgrade your senior living. And we have just the place to do it. We are a premier senior living community offering assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care services. Our residents have more options for enjoying the senior living lifestyle. They also have fewer worries, as...
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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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MIL is happy with the staff, loves the food and church service time available. Has made some friends. Have noticed she has pictures on the floor that she said will be hung by maintenance team, has been there...
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.
Build Your Best Life HereIt’s time to trade your lifestyle in for a new, upgraded model. You’ll find it here, nestled in a quiet, residential area of Rock Hill, South Carolina in York County. As one of our residents, you’ll get rid of chores, cleaning and cooking. In their place, you’ll get an...
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This has been the third assisted living community in which my dad has resided. Although I have few complaints about the other facilities, Lancaster Grove has by far been the best. From the planned activities...
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 Lancaster Grove Senior Living located in a quiet residential community near USC-Lancaster in upstate South Carolina, you’ll find beautifully appointed assisted living apartments with services tailored to what you need most. Assisted Living, Memory care, a short-term stay, or a year-round home?...
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My Aunt has been at the Haven for around seven months. She came from another place where she had UTI's all the time. We are still paying bills from those. Here she has not had one. The place is set up...
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.
We are a 60 bed secured Alzheimer's and Dementia Care community. We promote independence and choice. We have 3 unique neighborhoods where residents are placed dependent on their personal level of cognitive function. This way their neighbors are understanding to each other because they are at the...
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Overall we had a great experience at The Retreat at Carolina Bay. I especially liked that they take an individualized approach to each patient's care.
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.
Life is vibrant and lively at English Meadows Carolina Bay Campus, a charming assisted living and memory care community committed to developing and fostering connections with each resident and their families. Our extensive calendar incorporates engaging opportunities for residents to exercise,...
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After visiting several places in the Columbia area, I made the decision to place my dear friend at The Palmettos. That was in March 2020. Two and a half years later, I am still confident that I made the...
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.
Photo of Springtree Manor Assisted Living
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We are very pleased with Brookdale.Everyone here does their best to make our mother feel comfortable as she has to adjust to her new home.The staff is friendly to our family as we visit with our mother each...
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 Greatest AdventureTucked away in a beautiful building in Columbia, South Carolina, you can experience a retirement rich in luxury amenities and spacious accommodations. With personalized care plans, an action-packed events calendar and a warm and friendly group of residents, you may think you...
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Daniel and Neli offered truly dignified, caring, and drug free comprehensive care for my aging father-in-law. As dad's dementia progressed the doctor's kept increasing medications--which were agitating him...
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.
Liberty Family Care HomeLiberty Family Care Home is a residential care home located in the small town of Waxhaw, North Carolina, which is in Union County. The historical area is full of hometown events including annual parades and the Queen's Cup Steeplechase races. The charming region is perfect...
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It worked out real well, it's a fine place.
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.
A group of caring people in Sumter, South Carolina made a unique promise, a covenant, to their community to create a Continuing Care Retirement Community where the needs of mature adults and their loved ones could be met. The result of that promise is Covenant Place – a warm, inviting retirement...
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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
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.
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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I like this community for the care that my mother is getting from the nice staff. I like to know she is in a clean community where the staff is patient with her needs. The menu is appealing and she is just...
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.
Welcoming and warm is the feel you sense after coming to discover the 'Home-like' atmosphere here at McElveen Manor of Sumter, SC. Many of our current residents will tell you, there is no place like home, and McElveen Manor is as close as it gets! We promise each resident an inviting and trendy...
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There were some hiccups with move-in and a couple of times we stopped by and had to straighten/clean up. And we had to ask repeatedly for the podiatrist to see my mother-in-law. Very pleased with the staff...
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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Cost of assisted living in Gaston Mill, SC

The average cost of senior living in Gaston Mill is $4,532 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chesterfield, SC with an average of $3,241 per month.

Assisted living costs in Gaston Mill, SC, vs. nearby cities

Gaston Mill, SC
$4,532/mo
$4,462/mo

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

Gaston Mill, SC
$4,532/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

Assisted living costs in Gaston Mill, SC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,532/mo
$4,555/mo

Assisted living costs in Gaston Mill, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,717/mo
Studio
$4,582/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,325/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,371/mo

Senior living costs in Gaston Mill 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: Gaston Mill, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGaston Mill, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,532/mo$4,396/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$4,555/mo$4,445/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living$3,963/mo$4,217/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Gaston Mill, SC:$4,532/mo
South Carolina:$4,396/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Gaston Mill, SC:$4,555/mo
South Carolina:$4,445/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Gaston Mill, SC:$3,963/mo
South Carolina:$4,217/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Assisted living costs in Gaston Mill, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Gaston Mill 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.
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Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gaston Mill, SC$4,651/mo$4,302/mo+8.1%
South Carolina$4,351/mo$4,245/mo+2.5%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
Gaston Mill, SC
2024 average cost:$4,651/mo
2023 average cost:$4,302/mo
Percent change:+8.1%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$4,351/mo
2023 average cost:$4,245/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,378/mo
2023 average cost:$5,133/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gaston Mill, 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 Gaston Mill.

What families are saying about assisted living in Gaston Mill

Recent reviews for assisted living in Gaston Mill

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

Personalized care and accommodating staff. Many reviews mention the staff's ability to accommodate individual needs and build personal relationships with residents, such as at TerraBella Indian Trail where [name removed] goes above and beyond to make every resident feel special and cared for. At Sunrise of Providence, the staff striv ...
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Diverse activities to encourage socializing. Residents enjoy various engaging activities like making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches with their friends, participating in Bible studies, and enjoying featured meals at communities like Sunrise of Providence. Families praise the wide range of offerings, such as music nights, arts and craf ...
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Thoughtful, attentive caregivers. Caring and attentive caregivers are highlighted in numerous reviews, with residents and their families expressing appreciation for the friendly and supportive nature of staff, like at Harbison Shores where the staff always handles concerns promptly and with kindness. Caregivers at Chandler Pl ...
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Well-trained and experienced management teams. Management teams demonstrate expertise and dedication to providing excellent care, as noted in reviews for Brookdale Union Park where the staff are described as knowledgeable and supportive. The teams create a welcoming and inclusive environment and go the extra mile to ensure residents receiv ...
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Comfortable and clean living spaces. Many residents find comfort in the cleanliness and upkeep of their living spaces, as mentioned in reviews for Harmony at Columbia. Communal areas and private rooms are kept tidy and visually appealing, ensuring a pleasant living experience for all residents.
Accessible and open communication. Families appreciate clear and frequent communication from staff, with Sunrise of Providence being commended for their availability and willingness to work with families to address any concerns or questions. The open and collaborative approach builds trust and confidence in the community.
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Gaston Mill review score based on 451 family reviews

7.9
Review score139 facilities451 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 451 reviews of 139 Gaston Mill assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gaston Mill 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

Gaston Mill review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Gaston Mill, SC139 facilities
6.6
Kershaw, SC5 facilities
8.1
Heath Springs, SC153 facilities

Review subcategories for Gaston Mill 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 451 reviews of 139 Gaston Mill assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gaston Mill 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.
Gaston Mill, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.8
Friendliness
3.8
3.8
Care services
3.5
3.5
Staff
3.6
3.7
Meals & dining
3.5
3.4
Activities
3.4
3.4
Value for cost*
3.4
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Gaston Mill assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gaston Mill assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gaston Mill, 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 Gaston Mill 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 Gaston Mill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gaston Mill, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.2%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39.6%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.8%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.7%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.7%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.9%
52.8%
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 Gaston Mill 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 Gaston Mill Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gaston Mill, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.9%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.7%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.4%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gaston Mill 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 Gaston Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gaston Mill, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.6%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.5%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.7%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Gaston Mill 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 Gaston Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gaston Mill, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.1%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.4%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
34.5%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.7%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gaston Mill 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 Gaston Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gaston Mill, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.3%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.1%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.2%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.9%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.8%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.7%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.4%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.2%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
44.6%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
30.9%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.9%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.7%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gaston Mill

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