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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lake Murray Shores, SC

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Assisted living costs in Lake Murray Shores average about $3,856 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 11 communities in Lake Murray Shores. Our detailed directory has 67 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 Fairforest Grove Senior Living
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22 Floor plans available
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Mom is surrounded by structure, connection, caring staff/therapists, and support! The lake and baby ducks outside are an added bonus. Dementia is hard, but she is doing so much better with all of the care at...
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 Fairforest Grove, you’ll feel the difference that regional ownership and management make in creating a warm, family-focused environment, especially suited for senior living. Fairforest Grove is owned and managed by Mainstay Senior Living, not by a corporation or senior care conglomerate. Our...
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66 Floor plans available
9.2
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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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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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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...
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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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.
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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.
Photo of Generations of Batesburg
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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.
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...
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.

Cost of assisted living in Lake Murray Shores, SC

The average cost of senior living in Lake Murray Shores is $3,856 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Saluda, SC with an average of $2,407 per month.

Assisted living costs in Lake Murray Shores, SC, vs. nearby cities

Lake Murray Shores, SC
$3,856/mo

Assisted living costs in Lake Murray Shores, SC, vs. state and national averages

Lake Murray Shores, SC
$3,856/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

Assisted living costs in Lake Murray Shores, SC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,856/mo
$3,893/mo

Assisted living costs in Lake Murray Shores, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,895/mo
Studio
$4,810/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,645/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,225/mo

Senior living costs in Lake Murray Shores 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: Lake Murray Shores, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLake Murray Shores, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,856/mo$4,396/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$3,893/mo$4,445/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living$3,426/mo$4,217/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Lake Murray Shores, SC:$3,856/mo
South Carolina:$4,396/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Lake Murray Shores, SC:$3,893/mo
South Carolina:$4,445/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Lake Murray Shores, SC:$3,426/mo
South Carolina:$4,217/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Assisted living costs in Lake Murray Shores, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Lake Murray Shores 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.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lake Murray Shores, SC$5,436/mo$4,083/mo+33.1%
South Carolina$3,798/mo$3,641/mo+4.3%
National$4,601/mo$4,541/mo+1.3%
Lake Murray Shores, SC
2024 average cost:$5,436/mo
2023 average cost:$4,083/mo
Percent change:+33.1%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,798/mo
2023 average cost:$3,641/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
National
2024 average cost:$4,601/mo
2023 average cost:$4,541/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lake Murray Shores, 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 Lake Murray Shores.

What families are saying about assisted living in Lake Murray Shores

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lake Murray Shores

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.

Generations of Chapin

5.0
The staff is wonderful, kind, and loving to my mother. She tended greatly to every question and concern I have heard during this covid pandemic. This is a tough time with our loved ones in an assisted living with limited visitation, but they have helped her to be happy. Thank you.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Improved facilities and staff morale. Several reviews mention the positive changes in management and staff at different communities, leading to updated facilities, happier employees, and improved overall atmosphere. For instance, at The Legacy of Lexington, a recent management change brought about renovated common areas, new furni ...
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Personalized care for residents. Reviews highlight the importance of individualized care for seniors, with many communities tailoring their services to the unique needs of their residents. For example, at Fairforest Grove Senior Living, staff members take the time to understand and address the specific requirements of each se ...
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Friendly and caring staff. Numerous reviews comment on the kindness and compassion of the staff at various communities. Residents and their families at Oakleaf of Lexington express their gratitude for the caring and understanding approach of the staff towards their loved ones.
Variety of engaging activities. Activities are another popular feature in senior living community reviews. At Fairforest Grove Senior Living, residents enjoy a full schedule of social activities, including games, group events, and outings, which help keep them active and connected.
Clear communication with families. Families value open and effective communication with their loved ones and the staff at senior living communities. As seen in the reviews for The Legacy of Lexington, clear and timely communication is essential for ensuring that everyone is informed and that care needs are met.
Thoughtfully designed community spaces. Many reviews emphasize the importance of well-designed community spaces, which contribute to a comfortable and homely living environment. At Harbison Shores, the bright and welcoming facilities create a sense of ease and relaxation for residents.
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Lake Murray Shores assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Murray Shores assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Murray Shores, 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 Lake Murray Shores 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 Lake Murray Shores 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
50%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30%
52.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Lake Murray Shores 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 Lake Murray Shores Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lake Murray Shores, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
10%
51.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
10%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lake Murray Shores 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 Lake Murray Shores partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Murray Shores, SCNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Murray Shores 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 Lake Murray Shores communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Murray Shores, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
20%
37.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Murray Shores 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 Lake Murray Shores offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
10%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
10%
31%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lake Murray Shores

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