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Assisted living costs in Monticello average about $3,543 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 22 communities in Monticello. Our detailed directory has 249 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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33 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.9
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My mom has been a resident of Fairforest Grove for about 2 1/2 years. When dad died I could not take care of mom. I found this place and they take great care of mom. Whenever I visit mom is always clean,...
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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9.3
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Staff us great and always have activities. Food is good. The facility is clean. The apartment size is adequate and fits plenty of her furniture.
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.
Harbison Shores is an assisted living community in Irmo, South Carolina. Irmo is part of the Columbia metro area, offering residents easy access to fine shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities. Recognized by Money Magazine as one of the most 'Affordable Places to Live in the Country',...
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66 Floor plans available
8.8
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29 reviews
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The people at Legacy were very nice and caring; however, Mom had innumerable falls there and multiple trips to Lexington Medical Center emergency department. I would recommend.
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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8.0
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31 reviews
8.0
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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
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.
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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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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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.
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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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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My brother lived here for several years. He was treated with love and respect. I will always feel this facility is part of my family. I miss my brother so much..
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My father really enjoyed himself here everyone was very nice and helpful treated us like family would recommend to anyone.
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: 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: 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.

Cost of assisted living in Monticello, SC

The average cost of senior living in Monticello is $3,543 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Silverstreet, SC with an average of $2,840 per month.

Assisted living costs in Monticello, SC, vs. nearby cities

Monticello, SC
$3,543/mo
$3,822/mo

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

Monticello, SC
$3,543/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,543/mo
$3,758/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,028/mo
Studio
$4,333/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,813/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,415/mo

Senior living costs in Monticello 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: Monticello, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMonticello, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,543/mo$4,306/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$3,758/mo$4,352/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$3,438/mo$4,127/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Monticello, SC:$3,543/mo
South Carolina:$4,306/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Monticello, SC:$3,758/mo
South Carolina:$4,352/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Monticello, SC:$3,438/mo
South Carolina:$4,127/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Monticello, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Monticello 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
Monticello, SC$4,671/mo$4,151/mo+12.5%
South Carolina$4,325/mo$4,098/mo+5.5%
National$5,264/mo$4,973/mo+5.9%
Monticello, SC
2024 average cost:$4,671/mo
2023 average cost:$4,151/mo
Percent change:+12.5%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$4,325/mo
2023 average cost:$4,098/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,264/mo
2023 average cost:$4,973/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Monticello, 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 Monticello.

What families are saying about assisted living in Monticello

Recent reviews for assisted living in Monticello

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.

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.

Harbison Shores in Irmo, SC

5.0
My mother has only been there since [date removed] she seems content and always smiling, the staff is kind and she seems to like them and they are around at all times if needed. They are very good at redirecting her when we get ready to leave. She is clean her clothes are always clean. Lots of ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Improved facility conditions and staff morale. Several community reviews mention the positive changes, such as renovations, new furniture, and a management change leading to happier staff at The Legacy of Lexington, Fairforest Grove Senior Living, and Brookdale Harbison.
Caring, attentive, and responsive staff. Numerous reviews highlight the compassionate nature of staff at various communities, including The Legacy of Lexington, Harbison Shores, and Fairforest Grove Senior Living, who take care of residents' needs and address concerns efficiently.
Varied activities and social opportunities. Reviews for Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Harbison Shores, and Harbison Shores mention the wide range of activities offered, such as games, outings, and social events, ensuring residents stay engaged and active.
Thorough communication between families and staff. Families express appreciation for regular, detailed updates from staff at The Legacy of Lexington, Fairforest Grove Senior Living, and Harbison Shores, creating transparency and ensuring everyone is informed about care needs.
High-quality meals and dining experiences. Residents and families praise the delicious and nutritious meals at Harbison Shores, Fairforest Grove Senior Living, and Harbison Hall, adding to their overall satisfaction with the communities.
Dedicated staff who personalize care. Reviews for Harbison Shores, Fairforest Grove Senior Living, and Harbison Shores show that staff members take the time to understand and address residents' unique needs, providing individualized attention and care.
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Monticello review score based on 74 family reviews

9.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 74 reviews of 18 Monticello assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Monticello 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

Monticello review score compared against nearby cities

9.0
Monticello, SC18 facilities
9.1
Jenkinsville, SC18 facilities
8.8
Peak, SC25 facilities

Review subcategories for Monticello 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 74 reviews of 18 Monticello assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Monticello 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.
Monticello, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.1
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
4.0
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
4.1
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Monticello assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Monticello assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Monticello, 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 Monticello 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 Monticello that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Monticello, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.8%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.9%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
27.8%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
27.8%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Monticello 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 Monticello Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Monticello, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
27.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.2%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Monticello 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 Monticello partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Monticello, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.6%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
27.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.8%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Monticello 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 Monticello communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Monticello, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.9%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Monticello 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 Monticello offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Monticello, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
27.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.8%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.8%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
27.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.8%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Monticello

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