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Assisted living costs in Oats average about $3,570 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 92 communities in Oats. Our detailed directory has 367 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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All categories are rated 5. I couldn't ask for a better facility for my mom. The management and staff are amazing at the Colonial at Old Camden!
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.
With Southern charm and homelike community features, The Colonial at Old Camden provides a warm, lively community setting for seniors seeking assisted living services. Designed with purpose and endless hospitality, the community not only offers attentive care, but also offers stellar amenities,...
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The Director and Staff are all amazing! My husband and I were super impressed with how much like home it feels. They decorate for all occasions making it even more inviting. Highly recommend and on a 5 star...
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.
Florence Place is a pet friendly senior living community in Florence, SC, where we provide residents with quality care and assistance in their daily routine when needed, while promoting independence as long as possible. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a...
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55 Floor plans available
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My loved one is a resident at The Legacy of Camden and it has been a great experience overall. I would recommend this facility to others.
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.
The Legacy of Camden is a beautiful, quaint retirement community in Camden, South Carolina, just northeast of Columbia, SC. Our assisted living community has 40 apartments, and offers assistance with the activities of daily living, as needed by each individual.The Legacy of Camden is now under...
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44 Floor plans available
9.0
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Most of the staff are wonderful. I think some of night staff stole some of Mama's jewelry and but we had a box we had asked her to put it in when she was not wearing it. Also any money we left always got...
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. Call or drop by to see what makes The Addison of Florence the most desired in the...
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Everything is good at The Blake. I'm one not to comment with words, this place was the best choice for my mother and I rate this place the highest you can rate compared to the other places I reviewed.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Resort Style Assisted Living and Memory CareStrategically located at the entrance of Woodcreek Farms in Northeast Columbia, The Blake at Woodcreek Farms is unlike any other. Retirement and hospitality are blended to create an assisted living and memory care community where you will feel right at...
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99 Photos available
3232 Floor plans available
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I would tell a friend my mother has been very pleased with Harmony independent living. She's found a group a ladies she enjoys. The staff is very friendly. Communication through email to the billing office...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to The Harmony Collection at ColumbiaIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Columbia, South Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support,...
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Photo of Sumter Terrace Assisted Living
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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My mother was a resident for a very short time; but during that time I was very happy with the care that she received. Her room was a good size for her and the staff were very friendly. My family and I...
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.
Do more of what you love.If you’re ready to redefine your independence with more freedom, then Sumter Terrace (formerly Brookdale) might be the perfect fit for you.With assisted living, you’ll have help with managing medications, dressing and bathing, as well as services like housekeeping and...
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44 Floor plans available
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We have had the best experience. We couldn't have found a better assistance care living residence for my mom. Sumter Grove has exceptional service and meets all my mom's care. Staff are exceptional, very...
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.
Warm and inviting are just two words one would use to describe Sumter Grove Senior Living.From the front porch rockers to the neighborhood feel, once you have walked through our front doors, our goal is to make you feel welcome every day. As a premiere provider of assisted living, it is our goal...
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Photo of The Retreat at Carolina Bay
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Overall we had a great experience at The Retreat at Carolina Bay. I especially liked that they take an individualized approach to each patient's care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of Wildewood Downs Retirement Community
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This is a great community and you should come and visit. They have activities like art work, work out classes, walking, dinner parties, movies, bridge and more for the residents to do. I even entered a...
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.
Personalized assisted living services are designed for individuals who are no longer safe or comfortable living alone or without medical supervision nearby. These residents may require various levels of assistance with activities of daily living (ADL) from medication management to assistance with...
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Photo of Mill Creek Manor
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I recently had the opportunity to visit Mill Creek Manor Nursing Home, and I wanted to share my impressions based on my experience. Staff: The staff at Mill Creek Manor truly stand out. From the moment I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Mill Creek Manor Independent, Assisted Living, & Memory Care, located in beautiful Columbia, SCMill Creek Manor is conveniently located to dining, shopping, and surrounded by beautiful Sesquicentennial Park.Here at Mill Creek Manor we provide a senior living neighborhood with the...
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Photo of The Legacy of Hartsville
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44 Floor plans available
7.0
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Very friendly staff and very accommodating. I am in Colorado, and they are in South Carolina. Communication is great, but it gets tricky from communicating from one staff person to another at times. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Legacy of Hartsville is tucked securely within a quaint community of families and neighbors. Within minutes of the hospital and medical offices in one direction and a downtown area flourishing with charm and history in another, The Legacy is proud to offer services and amenities, activities...
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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.
Thanks to a thoughtful bequest by Dr. and Mrs. Percy Bethea and the support of South Carolina Baptists, Bethea Baptist Retirement Community opened its doors in 1960. Since then, our philosophy has remained much the same; to provide a secure, dignified environment for older persons who share the...
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They've been really good overall. The staff have a true sense of caring for the people who live there, and they go above and beyond. The facility itself good. And my dad loves the food.
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 continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and always.We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Skype, Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re...
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Our loved one has made progress as far as how she looks and things like that - her temperament has gotten better. She's adjusted quite rapidly, and she's enjoying the activities. We think looking at her...
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.
When a loved one needs care that can no longer be provided at home, naturally, you want the very best for them. Carolina House of Florence offers basic and, when needed, extended Assisted Living services, which are available in separate wings of our community. We are a leader in providing...
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It worked out real well, it's a fine place.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A group of caring people in Sumter, South Carolina made a unique promise, a covenant, to their community to create a Continuing Care Retirement Community where the needs of mature adults and their loved ones could be met. The result of that promise is Covenant Place – a warm, inviting retirement...
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I like this community for the care that my mother is getting from the nice staff. I like to know she is in a clean community where the staff is patient with her needs. The menu is appealing and she is just...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcoming and warm is the feel you sense after coming to discover the 'Home-like' atmosphere here at McElveen Manor of Sumter, SC. Many of our current residents will tell you, there is no place like home, and McElveen Manor is as close as it gets! We promise each resident an inviting and trendy...
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My Aunt has been at the Haven for around seven months. She came from another place where she had UTI's all the time. We are still paying bills from those. Here she has not had one. The place is set up...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We are a 60 bed secured Alzheimer's and Dementia Care community. We promote independence and choice. We have 3 unique neighborhoods where residents are placed dependent on their personal level of cognitive function. This way their neighbors are understanding to each other because they are at the...
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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 Carriage House of Hartsville is an assisted living community for male and female residents 55 years of age and older in Hartsville, SC. Hartsville enjoys a mild climate most of the year, with occasional snows in the winter. The 2010 census placed the population at 7,764 for our small...
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Great facility!
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, 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
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.
Photo of Beard Residential Care Facs
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
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 Oats, SC

The average cost of senior living in Oats is $3,570 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chesterfield, SC with an average of $2,761 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Oats, SC vs. nearby cities

Oats, SC
$3,570/mo
$3,376/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Oats, SC vs. the state and national average

Oats, SC
$3,570/mo
U.S. national average
$4,738/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Oats vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,570/mo
$3,570/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Oats, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,068/mo
Studio
$4,672/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,565/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,287/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Oats over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Oats, 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 Oats.

What families are saying about assisted living in Oats

Recent reviews for assisted living in Oats

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.

The Haven in the Summit in Columbia, SC

4.0
My mother was a resident at The Haven for several years before she passed away recently. We found the staff to be so very patient, kind, and compassionate. The biggest challenge for them was keeping track of Mother's belongings, which is typical of any facility of this type. My mother never ...
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The Blake at Woodcreek Farms in Elgin, SC

5.0
It is just a great fit for us. The residents encourage newcomers to become involved and socialization was something very important to us. I believe this facility is concerned and caring and determined to get things right! We are fans!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities, making residents and their families feel welcomed and cared for. At The Colonial at Old Camden, the staff goes above and beyond to ensure residents are happy and well-cared for, leading to many fami ...
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Cleanliness and well-maintained facilities. Throughout the reviews, cleanliness and upkeep are frequently mentioned as important factors in residents' overall satisfaction. For instance, at Harmony at Columbia, the community is described as clean and well-maintained, with residents appreciating the cleanliness of their rooms and common ...
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Individualized care and attention. Many reviews highlight the tailored care provided to residents at different communities, with staff members taking the time to get to know each resident's unique needs and preferences. In the case of The Colonial at Old Camden, family members appreciate the attention and responsiveness of staf ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Residents and their families often express their enjoyment of the diverse range of activities offered at different communities. For example, at Florence Place, the community offers a variety of activities to encourage socialization and keep residents active, such as events, outings, and specia ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Reviews consistently highlight the importance of quality food for residents' satisfaction and overall well-being. At The Legacy of Camden, the chef accommodates individual dietary restrictions and preferences, ensuring mealtimes are enjoyable and nourishing for all residents.
Supportive and compassionate caregivers. Several reviews mention the compassionate and understanding nature of caregivers at various communities, providing emotional support and helping residents navigate their daily lives. For instance, at The Blake at Woodcreek Farms, residents express gratitude for the caring and attentive caregiv ...
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Oats review score based on 87 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 87 reviews of 73 Oats assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Oats 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

Oats review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Oats, SC73 facilities
8.0
Lamar, SC18 facilities
8.5
Hartsville, SC97 facilities

Review subcategories for Oats 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 87 reviews of 73 Oats assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Oats 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.
Oats, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
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Oats assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oats assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oats, 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 Oats 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 Oats that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Oats, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.4%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.4%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.8%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30.1%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Oats 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 Oats Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Oats, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
35.6%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.3%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.8%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.6%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oats 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 Oats partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oats, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.8%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
17.8%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.3%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.1%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in Oats 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 Oats communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oats, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.6%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.4%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
19.2%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oats 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 Oats offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oats, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
27.4%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.7%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.9%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.6%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.4%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.2%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
26%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
17.8%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.8%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.5%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Oats

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about South Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Oats protect seniors.

Learn about South Carolina Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

The Colonial at Old Camden, Florence Place and The Legacy of Camden are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Oats, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 92 assisted living facilities near Oats, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Oats, South Carolina is The Colonial at Old Camden. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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