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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Oats, SC
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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Florence, Darlington and Bishopville.
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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.
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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My loved one was only in this community for a short period of time and things could have went better but its no fault of the staff. The staff did the best they could to accommodate his needs and make sure he...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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 Presbyterian Community is a caring assisted living community located in gorgeous Florence, South Carolina in Florence County. This city offers almost 600 acres of park land for climbing, walking or playing. In downtown Florence one will find the Art Trail Gallery, the Downtown Farmer's...
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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.
Carriage House Senior Living The Carriage House Senior Living Center in Florence, South Carolina is an assisted living community conveniently situated in a metropolitan setting near shops, bus lines, restaurants, and theaters. Our residents enjoy temperate weather autumn through spring, and...
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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
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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
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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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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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My mom likes this community and is very pleased with everything. We like that they have a lot of things to keep the residents involved and active. Mom doesn't like the food, but maybe because she was a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Carolinian offers both Independent Retirement Living and Assisted Living . We have spacious studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments with full kitchens that make life simple and worry free. You can truly enjoy your retirement years among friends relaxing, reading, traveling or...
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 family and I made the decision to go with Palmetto. We loved that it is small and personnel. My mom seems to enjoy it as well.
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It has been a good fit for my dad at Pinedale Residential Center. The community is conveniently located for us to come and visit him often. He is really happy there. I haven't had a chance to eat there with...
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
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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.
Carriage House Senior Living is an assisted living community in Sumter Carolina easily accessible from Highway 95. We are convenient to neighboring townships from Lakewood to Woodrow. Our assisted living community is located near a major bus line and we provide ample parking for residents 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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Oats, SC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Oats, SC by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Oats over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Oats, SC
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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
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
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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*
4.1
4.1
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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