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Assisted living costs in Hester average about $4,201 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 83 communities in Hester. Our detailed directory has 1547 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Elberton, Abbeville and Due West.

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 Garden House of Anderson
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[name removed] was very nice and accommodating. So was [Name Removed] . I think things overall were nice and clean. Appt size was good.
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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Reader’s Choice Best of Anderson 2020. Call or drop by to see what make Garden House of...
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Photo of The Gables at Cobb Village
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What we really like the most about this community is the overall friendliness and we would recommend The Gables at Cobb Village to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
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 Gables at Cobb Village is a senior residence provides seniors with a community that is made just for them and offers them a comfortable place to call home. Located in Royston, GA, this community offers much to its residents. Guests of this community's residents will find the Royston Wellness...
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Photo of The Veranda at Carnesville
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My mother had been able to live with family until a few days after her 100th birthday. She fell and broke her leg which required major surgery. After the fall she was not able to come back home. The Veranda...
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.
We provide gentle guidance and oversight while fostering dignity and encouraging independence. Our staff manages medication and assists with bathing and grooming. Three home-cooked meals are served daily in our country style dining room, and activities are offered daily to engage and stimulate...
Photo of Orchard at Athens
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My loved one passed away [date removed], so our experience has concluded. We chose Orchard at Athens initially because of the cleanliness of the facility as well as the location of the facility. It is very...
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.
Orchard Senior Living is proud to present Athens' premier Assisted Living & Memory Care Community - Orchard at Athens. Get ready to see Assisted Living and Memory Care like you have never seen before.Located just minutes from St. Mary’s and Piedmont Hospital on Atlanta Hwy, Orchard at Athens...
Photo of Haven Memory Care of Athens
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Right when you come in the door, staff and facility is very welcoming. They actually met me and my dad at the car and helped with transition. They are very good to communicate all that is going on. Very...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
We purchased this building in August of 2022 and have been working tirelessly to become North East Georgia's only exclusive memory care community. By mid June we will have completed a 100% renovation to the entire building, thanks to a freezing Christmas eve in 2022. We pride ourselves on having...
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Photo of The Residences at Seneca
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44 Floor plans available
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The place is always kept clean. I only wish they'd hire more people. It always seems the attendant are outnumbered and overworked.
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.
Located in the foothills and overlooking the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, The Oaks of Seneca boasts beautiful views year round. While the setting is spectacular, we believe it is the compassionate, experienced team of caring professionals who make the difference here. Welcome to retirement...
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Photo of The Glen at Lake Oconee
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Everything was at highest standards. My wife was cared for in every way and need the very best they could I rate all categories a strong five. Wife was bedfast on arrival. When I took her home she was...
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.
For retirement-aged individuals in prestigious Reynolds Lake Oconee who wish to preserve the affluent lifestyle they have come to love, The Glen offers vibrant resort-style senior living set apart by signature service, sophistication, and unparalleled excellence in independent living, assisted...
Photo of Marshall Pines Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care
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11 Floor plan available
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Very personable, clean and professional. They went out there way to make you feel valued. We felt like Family that we belonged.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Here at Marshall Pines, we are more than a memory care facility, we are a memory care community. Located near Perfect Health Urgent Care, it offers a warm and welcoming senior community for those in need of all-inclusive assisted living, transitional assisted living, or memory care in Evans, GA....
Photo of Barclay House of Augusta
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The resident has complained about the food not fitting her diet and not getting help with showering, etc. She says twice they ran out of food and she got a cheese sandwich. She likes her apartment but there...
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.
Call or drop by to see what makes Barclay House of Augusta the most desired community in the area.Exceptional quality takes exceptional people. Our team is consistently the number one reason families choose our community. We take care of our team so they can take care of you. Assisted Living,...
Photo of Whispering Pines Senior Living
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Whispering pines is my favorite senior living place for the past three years. Staff are great here. Love the food. Favorite part of the day is absolutely activities with [name removed]. If you like to be...
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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Photo of The Haven at Cedar Shoals
2323 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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Wonderful and caring staff - always friendly and willing to assist with anything. My mom is cared for and loved. If you are looking for a place then look no farther because they truly are the best at making...
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.
Located on the East side of Athens, across from Cedar Shoals High School, The Oaks at Cedar Shoals is an assisted living community close to St. Mary's Hospital.
Photo of Magnolia Estates
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The experience with Magnolia Estates has been great so far, the staff members are really friendly - they have been such a huge help with our loved ones care which we really appreciate. Based on our...
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.
Magnolia Estates had its beginning in Elberton in 1984. Betty Rampey, President of Magnolia Estates, Inc., started the corporation at its present location. This turn of the century antebellum home was built in the mid 1890's and was originally the W.O. Jones estate. It is charcterized by its...
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We moved our Mother into Washington Manor the week after Thanksgiving 2014. We could not be more pleased! The staff is friendly, helpful, and courteous. They check on her very often. The schedule...
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.
Southern Manor Senior Living is a boutique personal care home located on a beautiful, serene 5-acre campus in Washington, Georgia. Our peaceful setting creates a calm, welcoming environment where residents feel safe, comfortable, and truly at home.We offer all private suites with private...
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Photo of Spring Arbor of Anderson
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The facility at Dominion of Anderson is new and well maintained. Staff is very visible and engaged. Care staff is respectful, courteous and helpful. Well organized and friendly.
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.
Dominion Senior Living of AndersonAssisted Living and Memory Care Community"Honoring God Through Service to Seniors"Voted Best Of Your Hometown in 2019 and 2020!OUR CULTURE: We believe we are called to minister to the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our residents. PERSON-CENTERED...
Photo of Hampton House Facility
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no activities. no entertainment. no crafts. no bingo. no games. no exercise. no community involvement. no one plays the piano, no singing. nothing going on. residents sleep, eat and read old newspaper. ...
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 Hampton House is nestled in the curve of a quiet, small town street in Colbert GA. This historic home, which was built in the early 1900's, received a total renovation in 2008 keeping true to it's original stunning state created by the Hampton Family. The Hampton House opened its doors in...
Photo of The Ostolaza Residence - Personal Care Home
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She loves it and I'm more than satisfied. The staff are all capable and provide excellent care. Very easy to work with. The facility is lovely. It's clean, no smell and nicely decorated for every season...
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.
THE OSTOLAZA RESIDENCE; we are a PERSONAL CARE HOME with six (6) beds availability in Evans, Ga. (Columbia County). Striving for perfection to enrich our clients’ lives, we respect and treat all those we serve with compassion and kindness, delivering high quality care to your love one.Our nearby...
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I am pleased with the care my mom is getting here, I feel comfortable with her in the memory care unit, they are well staffed and She is a level 2 so she does get that extra care she needs here. I would...
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.
Carolina Gardens at Laurens is an assisted living community in Laurens, South Carolina. Laurens is a historical and charming city in upstate South Carolina. We have a thriving downtown area with fine shopping and dining in a way that honors our strong heritage and rich history. Residents at...
Photo of Waverly Gardens of Evans
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My mother and family have had a very positive experience with Waverly Gardens.
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.
Photo of The Claiborne at West Lake
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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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Residents and visitors are blessed to have a renowned chef to serve such great food and healthy food. I would recommend this assistant living place to everyone
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.
Thrive At Augusta is a spectacular brand new community, opening the summer of 2019 in Martinez, GA, offering 85 luxury suites. ThriveSL is committed to enriching lives by establishing awe and admiration for all elders. We are NIDE (National Institute of Dementia Care) certified in over 20...
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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.
Talmage Terrace... not just a home, it's a lifestyle. Talmage Terrace is a unique retirement community offering several living choices. For over 30 years, Talmage Terrace has provided a vibrant, safe community. Home to the University of Georgia, Athens provides a stimulating environment ripe with...
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We like this community for the great care that my mom is receiving. The staff is very caring and attentive. I like knowing that the community is clean. The menu is good and she is liking the variety....
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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Photo of Clinton Presbyterian Community, a Continuing Care Retirement Community
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It has taken Mom a while to adjust but no major issues with the facility. Since she is independent she has not required any real assistance but activities available are good. Mom doesn't eat dinner but...
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.
Clinton Presbyterian Community is a continuing care retirement community (Independent Living Apartments, Patio Homes, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing & Short Term Rehabilitation) located in Clinton, SC. We proudly boast that we have the only 5-Star Medicare Certified Skilled Nursing and...
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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.
Abbeville Residential Care Facility is a community focused assisted living facility located in the comfortable Abbeville, South Carolina. Our staff of trained specialists in their field are driven by a servant's heart. We are dedicated to making our facility feel as much like home as possible....
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 Hester, SC

The average cost of senior living in Hester is $4,201 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laurens, SC with an average of $4,061 per month.

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

Hester, SC
$4,201/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,201/mo
$5,134/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,131/mo
Studio
$4,051/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,658/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,417/mo

Senior living costs in Hester 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: Hester, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHester, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,201/mo$4,824/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,134/mo$5,404/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,415/mo$3,557/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Hester, SC:$4,201/mo
South Carolina:$4,824/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Hester, SC:$5,134/mo
South Carolina:$5,404/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Hester, SC:$3,415/mo
South Carolina:$3,557/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Hester, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hester 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.

Hester, SCSC stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Hester, SC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Hester 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
Hester, SC$4,426/mo$4,285/mo+3.3%
South Carolina$4,586/mo$4,444/mo+3.2%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Hester, SC
2024 average cost:$4,426/mo
2023 average cost:$4,285/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
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 Hester, SC

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What families are saying about assisted living in Hester

Recent reviews for assisted living in Hester

Thrive at Augusta in Martinez, GA

4.5
We were very pleased with the community. They took very good care of my relative that was there. Everything was first class. The attention, room, and space were all good. Due to the pandemic the only problem I had was the visitation schedule.

Clinton Presbyterian Community, a Continuing Care Retirement Community

5.0
I would recommend Clinton Presbyterian Community. My Father-In-Law is quite happy living there.We chose Clinton Presbyterian Community because of its proximity to family, recommendation, rating, price, accommodations, ammenities & options.

The Veranda at Carnesville

4.9
Our mom spent her last two precious years at The Veranda receiving the best care. We are very thankful to the staff and owners who created a safe and warm environment for her. It didn’t feel like an institution but rather a home away from home. We trust the Veranda and would highly recommend it ...
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Hester review score based on 374 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 374 reviews of 83 Hester assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Hester 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

Hester review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Hester, SC83 facilities
8.7
Greenwood, SC109 facilities
8.5
Anderson, SC108 facilities

Review subcategories for Hester 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 374 reviews of 83 Hester assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Hester 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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Hester assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hester assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hester, 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 Hester 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 Hester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hester, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
56.6%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38.6%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.7%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.2%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Hester 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 Hester Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hester, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.9%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.4%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.6%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hester 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 Hester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hester, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.9%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.2%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
36.1%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.6%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.3%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Hester 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 Hester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hester, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.9%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
26.5%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hester 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 Hester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hester, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.8%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.7%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.7%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.8%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.4%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.4%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.9%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.3%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.8%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
45.8%
48%
Dances
Dances
28.9%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.8%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Hester

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Emerald Gardens, Ashley Square and North Pointe are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Hester, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Hester, South Carolina are Emerald Gardens, Ashley Square and North Pointe. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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