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Assisted living costs in South Union average about $4,187 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 139 communities in South Union. Our detailed directory has 2070 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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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.
Make your home at Gregory's Community Care where innovative care and services are based on traditional values and the changing needs of each individual. Gregory's Community Care offers assisted living to older and disable adults who want to maintain their independence while receiving the services...
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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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My loved on is in skilled nursing here and it is wonderful, this is the second time he has lived here. We moved him out the first time only because it was during covid and he was having to quarantine. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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 Mother has been a resident of Shepherds Care for many years, starting in the general population and now in the Memory Care Unit. Given the lengthy duration of her residency, I have had numerous...
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.
When little things you or your loved one normally took for granted start to become major obstacles in daily life, Shepherd's Care offers e perfect residential alternative.Shepherd's Care provides needed assistance while enabling residents to maintain feelings of independence and privacy.We...
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I have been here 5 1/2 months and I like it here. A couple of comments: 1. When contribution flex dollars to the employee appreciation fund, make a dollar for dollar, not a .30 on a dollar. 2. Have a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: 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.
Abbeville Residential Care Facility is a community focused assisted living facility located in the comfortable Abbeville, South Carolina. Our staff of trained specialists in their field are driven by a servant's heart. We are dedicated to making our facility feel as much like home as possible....
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We chose Southern Oaks because they were the only assisted living facility we looked at that said they would be willing to accommodate my uncle’s need for CPAP oxygen. In addition to that, I like that the...
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
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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: 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.
Bridging the Gap Family Care Home, IncBridging the Gap Family Care Home, Inc is a residential care home for seniors that is located in the city of Hayesville, North Carolina which is in Clay County. Hayesville is a community that is close-knit, small, and lovely in all of the quiet and the...
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I have visited this community over the past 4 years and I have not felt more welcome than I do now! The community smells clean and the residents are always smiling. Just go to their Facebook page and you...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My Aunt lived here for a few weeks. Eventually, she needed a different type of care that wasn’t offered so we moved her somewhere else. However, while she was here everything went well. The staff seemed to...
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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 of Taylors is an affordable, all-inclusive assisted living community nestled in the cozy town of Taylors, South Carolina. Situated in Greenville County less than two hours from Charlotte, NC to the north and Atlanta, GA to the south, Carriage House of Taylors is a warm, supportive...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in South Union, SC

The average cost of senior living in South Union is $4,187 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Calhoun Falls, SC with an average of $3,263 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Union, SC, vs. nearby cities

South Union, SC
$4,187/mo
$4,283/mo

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

South Union, SC
$4,187/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

Assisted living costs in South Union, SC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,187/mo
$4,254/mo

Assisted living costs in South Union, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,896/mo
Studio
$4,884/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,924/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,427/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,588/mo

Senior living costs in South Union 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: South Union, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Union, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,187/mo$4,315/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,254/mo$4,362/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living$4,001/mo$4,136/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
South Union, SC:$4,187/mo
South Carolina:$4,315/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
South Union, SC:$4,254/mo
South Carolina:$4,362/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
Independent Living
South Union, SC:$4,001/mo
South Carolina:$4,136/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
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Assisted living costs in South Union, SC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in South Union 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
South Union, SC$4,223/mo$4,003/mo+5.5%
South Carolina$4,368/mo$4,216/mo+3.6%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
South Union, SC
2024 average cost:$4,223/mo
2023 average cost:$4,003/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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2024 average cost:$4,368/mo
2023 average cost:$4,216/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
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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 South Union, 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 South Union.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Union

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Union

Hamilton Place in Gainesville, GA

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Our overall experience was very good. The facility was very clean and all the staff was great! Very friendly and helpful! I was impressed with the quality of care from all the staff. The staff always provided my dad with the care he needed and made him feel loved. The food was on point and dad ...
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Hilltop of Greenville Memory Care

4.8
I have been well pleased with Hilltop Memory Care. My only concern has been difficulty in reaching staff. I received a voicemail expressing concern about my husband and was unable to reach anyone for over 12 hours. I hope this problem has been addressed. The director has assured me that my ...
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BeeHive Homes of Toccoa

5.0
My dad was only at this house house for a short time but while he was there he had received excellent care from the caregivers and other staff. They made sure the residence was always clean and that they had hot tasty throughout the deals. I overall have no complaints and would recommend this ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Several reviews praise the friendly and compassionate nature of the staff at different communities. For example, at The Haven at Cedar Shoals, staff members go above and beyond to make loved ones feel at home, while at North Pointe, staff members genuinely care about the well-being of their ...
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Welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Many residents and their families express appreciation for the warm and inviting atmosphere at various communities. For instance, at The Phoenix at Lake Lanier, staff members are praised for their friendliness and helpfulness, while at Belvedere Commons of Seneca, the residents are described ...
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Wide range of activities. Residents find enjoyment in the diverse array of activities offered at different communities. At Quillen Manor Assisted Living and Villas, for example, staff members organize a variety of activities to encourage socializing and engagement, while at Pine Grove Senior Living, residents partici ...
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Affordable pricing. Some families mention the reasonable cost as a major factor in their decision to choose a particular community. For example, at Oakview Park, the affordable pricing was a deciding factor, and at The Legacy at Southpointe Drive, the community offers good value for the cost.
Well-maintained living spaces. Throughout the reviews, the cleanliness and upkeep of the community's interior spaces and grounds receive positive feedback. At Morningside of Anderson, for instance, the facility is described as beautiful, and at Belvedere Commons of Seneca, the community is praised for its cleanliness and ...
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Flexible care options. Some communities offer various care options to accommodate residents' changing needs. At Gardens of Gainesville, for example, the community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care, giving residents the flexibility to choose the level of care that best suits their situation. ...
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South Union review score based on 477 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 477 reviews of 116 South Union assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Union 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

South Union review score compared against nearby cities

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South Union, SC116 facilities
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Westminster, SC8 facilities
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Seneca, SC13 facilities

Review subcategories for South Union 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 477 reviews of 116 South Union assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Union 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.
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Cleanliness
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4.1
Friendliness
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4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
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4.0
Meals & dining
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3.7
Activities
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South Union assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Union assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Union, 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 South Union 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 South Union 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
62.9%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.4%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in South Union 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 South Union 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
64.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.2%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Union 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 South Union 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
31.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.4%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
43.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.1%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in South Union 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 South Union communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
31%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Union 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 South Union offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
49.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.6%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
29.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.5%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in South Union

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

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North Pointe, The Gables on Pelham and Keowee Square are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Union, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 139 assisted living facilities near South Union, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in South Union, South Carolina are North Pointe, Keowee Square and Summit Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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