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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Live Oak, SC

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Assisted living costs in Live Oak average about $4,066 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 63 communities in Live Oak. Our detailed directory has 1012 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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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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Cost of assisted living in Live Oak, SC

The average cost of senior living in Live Oak is $4,066 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Nichols, SC with an average of $2,845 per month.

Assisted living costs in Live Oak, SC, vs. nearby cities

Live Oak, SC
$4,066/mo
$4,105/mo
$3,890/mo

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

Live Oak, SC
$4,066/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

Assisted living costs in Live Oak, SC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,066/mo
$4,125/mo

Assisted living costs in Live Oak, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,657/mo
Studio
$4,218/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,041/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,406/mo

Senior living costs in Live Oak 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: Live Oak, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLive Oak, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,066/mo$4,396/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$4,125/mo$4,445/mo$5,057/mo
Independent Living$4,044/mo$4,217/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Live Oak, SC:$4,066/mo
South Carolina:$4,396/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Live Oak, SC:$4,125/mo
South Carolina:$4,445/mo
U.S.:$5,057/mo
Independent Living
Live Oak, SC:$4,044/mo
South Carolina:$4,217/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Assisted living costs in Live Oak, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Live Oak 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
Live Oak, SC$4,506/mo$4,437/mo+1.5%
South Carolina$4,351/mo$4,245/mo+2.5%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
Live Oak, SC
2024 average cost:$4,506/mo
2023 average cost:$4,437/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
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 Live Oak, 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 Live Oak.

What families are saying about assisted living in Live Oak

Recent reviews for assisted living in Live Oak

River Park Senior Living in Little River, SC

4.0
We had a good experience with River Park Senior Living. Very nicely kept facility. People are nice. They have a reasonable amount of activities for the residents. Overall we're very pleased.

The Carolinian in Florence, SC

4.0
Everything is going well for my mother since her move to this community. She is doing well, and I'am pleased with all they have done for us. This community is working out pretty well for us, and it is a good place with kind people.

Shallotte Assisted Living, Inc.

5.0
This is an older community but has undergone many upgrades. The Administrator went out of his way to transition my uncooperative mother. She now loves it and has many friends. She also can't wait to get back to her new "home" when we take her on outings. I am completely satisfied with the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and skilled staff. Several reviews mention the attentiveness and skills of the staff in various communities. For example, at Brookdale Conway, the maintenance team went above and beyond to help residents and their families, while at Indigo at Carolina Forest, the chef's culinary skills were appreciated by resi ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at different communities. At Anderson Oaks Assisted Living, residents made new friends and enjoyed participating in activities, while at The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach, the facility offered three meals a day with choices for reside ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, with some commenting on the upkeep of private rooms and communal areas. For example, at The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach, the bathrooms and rooms were praised for their cleanliness, while at The Barclay at Little River, there were impro ...
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Friendly and helpful community directors. Community directors and staff were frequently commended for their friendliness and helpfulness towards residents and their families. For instance, at Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living, the executive director and the staff who handled renovations were noted for their welcoming demeanor, while at ...
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Reasonable pricing and affordability. Some residents and families mentioned the affordability of the communities they were in, such as Florence Place, which was picked due to its cost effectiveness compared to other options. However, other communities, like Arbor Landing at Pawleys, were described as expensive but offering good ...
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Strong communication between families and staff. Frequent and effective communication between families and community staff was a common theme in several reviews. For example, at The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach, the director and business director were brilliant at addressing concerns, while at Magnolia Bridge at Murrells Inlet, families ap ...
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Live Oak review score based on 256 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 256 reviews of 52 Live Oak assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Live Oak 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

Live Oak review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Live Oak, SC52 facilities
8.6
Loris, SC49 facilities
8.8
Aynor, SC5 facilities

Review subcategories for Live Oak 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 256 reviews of 52 Live Oak assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Live Oak 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.
Live Oak, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.8
Friendliness
3.6
3.8
Care services
3.3
3.5
Staff
3.5
3.7
Meals & dining
3.1
3.4
Activities
3.2
3.4
Value for cost*
3.2
3.4
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Live Oak assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Live Oak assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Live Oak, 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 Live Oak 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 Live Oak that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Live Oak, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.1%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.1%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.8%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.4%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.2%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.2%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.2%
52.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Live Oak 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 Live Oak Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Live Oak, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.7%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.2%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.6%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Live Oak 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 Live Oak partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Live Oak, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.7%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
26.9%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.6%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Live Oak 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 Live Oak communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Live Oak, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.2%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.4%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
28.8%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.6%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Live Oak 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 Live Oak offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Live Oak, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
48.1%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.8%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.8%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.1%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.2%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.6%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.3%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.2%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
34.6%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.2%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.2%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Live Oak

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Arbor Landing at Surfside, Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle and Inlet Coastal Resort are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Live Oak, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 63 assisted living facilities near Live Oak, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Live Oak, South Carolina are Inlet Coastal Resort and Indigo at Carolina Forest. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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