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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Shell, SC
Assisted living costs in Shell average about $3,975 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 41 communities in Shell. Our detailed directory has 712 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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My father was well taken care of there. They went out of there way to make him feel at home and cared for. The home is older but has gone under a new remodeling. I was very pleased with the way they 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.
At Shallotte Assisted Living we offer Private Pay and Medicaid Programs. Also, eighty beds are provided for individuals requiring assistance, but who desire to live as independently as possible. Each resident maintains high level of freedom in a semi-private room while at the same time receiving...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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This has by any means of measurement been the hardest time of my life. It started with a diagnoses of Lewy Body Dementia! That diagnoses changed my life! And the life of everyone who cared ANYTHING about me!...
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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.
Lake Waccamaw Senior Living provides a home-like atmosphere with cozy living rooms, dining room, comfortable bedrooms with your furnishing if desired. We offer daily activities and outings, in house pharmacy service, nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to enhance...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Liberty Hill Family Care Home is a residential care home for seniors that is located in Clarkton, North Carolina which is in Bladen County. Clarkton is a city that is quiet, quaint, and cozy. This tight-knit community is the perfect country setting to enjoy some good relaxation and calm. There is...
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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.
We have private and semi-private rooms. We also provide transportation to doctor’s appointments. We also have shopping, the residents own and operate a craft store, the proceeds go toward activities. We have an excellent activities department. We have life entertainment on special occasions, such...
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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
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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.
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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.
West Bladen Assisted Living is a located in stunning Bladenboro, NC. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, serene and peaceful living quarters and an abundance of beautiful wildlife, this residential community is one that seniors love to call their home. Family members coming to visit a loved one...
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
Cost of assisted living in Shell, SC
The average cost of senior living in Shell is $3,975 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Latta, SC with an average of $2,687 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shell, SC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shell vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shell, SC by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Shell over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shell, 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 Shell.
Private income options in South Carolina
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VA benefits in South Carolina
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Medicare and Medicaid in South Carolina
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What families are saying about assisted living in Shell
Recent reviews for assisted living in Shell
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 Legacy of North Myrtle Beach
4.8
Lots of activity etc! Overall I would say it is a good choice. Cleanliness of his room is a 3! The facility itself is a 5! He is now in memory care! They do an excellent job!
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 at various communities, ensuring residents receive proper care and making new friends. At Brookdale Conway, the maintenance team went above and beyond to help families, while at Legacy Village of Murrells Inlet, staff members ...
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Varied activities for residents. Reviews highlight the importance of activities for keeping residents engaged and happy. At Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living, the community offers a variety of activities for Memory Care residents, and at River Park Senior Living, residents enjoy outings, theme parties, and activities. At In ...
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Friendly and welcoming environment. Communities that create a welcoming and friendly environment, where residents and families feel at home, are often highlighted in reviews. At Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living, the small size of the community allows for one-on-one attention, while at The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach, the resi ...
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Properly maintained facilities and cleanliness. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms or common areas. At The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach, the residents' rooms and the facility itself were given high marks for cleanliness, while at Windrush Assisted Living, some areas ...
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Caring and responsive staff. Thoughtful and caring staff are appreciated by residents and families. At The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach, the staff listened to families' concerns and showed they cared. At Windrush Assisted Living, staff responded to families' issues, and at The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach, the RN left ...
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Meals that cater to residents' preferences. Quality meals that cater to residents' dietary restrictions and preferences are an essential factor in overall satisfaction. At Portside at Grande Dunes, the food is surprisingly good, and at Indigo at Carolina Forest, the chef is absolutely awesome. However, at Arbor Landing at Pawleys, t ...
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Shell review score based on 158 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 158 reviews of 41 Shell assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shell 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
Shell review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Shell 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 158 reviews of 41 Shell assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shell 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.Shell, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
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Shell assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shell assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shell, 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 Shell 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 Shell 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
51.2%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.3%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.6%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.7%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.1%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.3%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Shell 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 Shell 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
53.7%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.2%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shell 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 Shell 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
24.4%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.1%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
26.8%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.8%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.3%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Shell 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 Shell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.5%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
26.8%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.2%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shell 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 Shell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.6%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.4%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.3%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.7%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.9%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.7%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.5%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.3%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
48.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
34.1%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.9%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shell
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 Shell protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Indigo at Carolina Forest, Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living and Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shell, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 41 assisted living facilities near Shell, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Shell, South Carolina is Indigo at Carolina Forest. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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