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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Shell, SC

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Assisted living costs in Shell average about $3,932 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 47 communities in Shell. Our detailed directory has 836 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...
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.
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...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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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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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!...
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.
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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...
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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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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.
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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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.
Photo of West Bladen Assisted Living
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.
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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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.
Photo of Commander Nursing Ctr
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.
Photo of Manor House II of Scranton
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.
Photo of Sunny Pines Boarding Home
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.
Photo of Gene's Residential Care Facility #2
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.

Cost of assisted living in Shell, SC

The average cost of senior living in Shell is $3,932 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Nichols, SC with an average of $2,845 per month.

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

Shell, SC
$3,932/mo
$3,939/mo
$3,987/mo

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

Shell, SC
$3,932/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,932/mo
$3,999/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,237/mo
Studio
$4,761/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,220/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,746/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,324/mo

Senior living costs in Shell 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: Shell, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShell, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,932/mo$4,315/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$3,999/mo$4,362/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$3,923/mo$4,135/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Shell, SC:$3,932/mo
South Carolina:$4,315/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Shell, SC:$3,999/mo
South Carolina:$4,362/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Shell, SC:$3,923/mo
South Carolina:$4,135/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shell, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shell 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
Shell, SC$4,714/mo$4,475/mo+5.3%
South Carolina$4,368/mo$4,216/mo+3.6%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Shell, SC
2024 average cost:$4,714/mo
2023 average cost:$4,475/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$4,368/mo
2023 average cost:$4,216/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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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.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shell

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shell

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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Hope Arbor of Murrells Inlet

5.0
The staff is good,but they could do better. The meals are good and they said that my wife enjoys them. The community is always clean and neat. My wife says that she feels really comfortable with being here.

Legacy Village of Murrells Inlet

5.0
We had an amazing expeinrece during our time here at St. Gabriel of Murrells Inlet. The director [name removed] along with the rest of the staff are all amazing and friendly and we were very grateful to have their help along the way. We would absolutely recommend this facility to other families ...
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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 at Garden City Assisted Livin ...
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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 at Garden City Assisted Living, staff responded to families' issues, and at The Legacy of North Myrtle Beac ...
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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 218 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 218 reviews of 40 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

8.5
Shell, SC40 facilities
8.6
Conway, SC60 facilities
8.1
Loris, SC48 facilities

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 218 reviews of 40 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
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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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
50%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.5%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.5%
52.4%
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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.
Shell, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
13.7%
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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.
Shell, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.5%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
17.3%
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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.
Shell, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
27.5%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
18%
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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.
Shell, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.5%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
47.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
35%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45%
46%
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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 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 Shell protect seniors.
Learn about South Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Anderson Oaks Assisted Living, Brookdale Conway and Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shell, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 47 assisted living facilities near Shell, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Shell, South Carolina is Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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