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The cost of independent living in Brunson is about $3,800 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 43 options. Read 346 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Helena Square
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9.7
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66 reviews
9.7
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66 reviews
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My brother in law moved recently to Helena Square. A perfect place for him. He loves his newly renovated studio and enjoys the friendly and helpful staff that make him feel so very special. He has found...
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.
Helena Place is an assisted living community situated in the heart of Port Royal, South Carolina for over 20 years. Our community has been named The Best of Assisted Living in Port Royal for the last 5 years running. We are located on the south side of the Cypress Wetlands Bird Sanctuary where...
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66 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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3 reviews
8.9
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I would recommend this facility to others. It is beautiful and cheerful and all of the residents that I have talked with say that they like it. They have not been open long and I get the feeling that 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.
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Photo of Pines at Bluffton
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8.6
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29 reviews
8.6
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29 reviews
5 star
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This community is a cute little place. A smaller community, great location, beautiful front porch. It's just breathtaking. My loved one feels so comfortable here. The staff are nice, pleasant, communicative,...
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 Pines at Bluffton Assisted Living is a unique community that provides our residents with an engaging environment to continue to flourish. We provide worry-free living in our comfortable and inviting apartments. We establish the independence and assistance that allows our residents to enjoy...
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8.5
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11 reviews
8.5
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They were good. The interaction with the staff was very good. They did have activities but my loved one did not get a chance to participate. We picked this community because, the staff was very...
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.
From the very first moment you arrive at our gorgeous Sea Island property on the banks of the Beaufort River, it’s clear that The Retreat at Lady's Island takes a unique approach to senior living in Beaufort, SC. Private and semi-private assisted living suites and studios offer sophisticated...
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8.5
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13 reviews
8.5
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I would definitely recommend Okatie Pines Retirement Community! The staff go out of their way to be helpful. There has not been a need for the staff to communicate with us yet, so I'm not sure about...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Okatie Pines offers all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Okatie Pine's top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities will include EVERYTHING you need to live in comfort and luxury with one monthly rent payment and no buy-in or...
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55 Floor plans available
8.4
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104 reviews
8.4
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104 reviews
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Bloom is good. [name removed] has settled in nicely and I think the employees do the best they can. I am glad he's there, safe and secure.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Bloom at Belfair is a family-owned and operated independent living, independent living plus and memory care establishment. Since 1965, our goal has been simple yet aspirational: to help our residents flourish. Entering a Bloom community does not mean checking your lifestyle or personality at the...
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88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.2
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6 reviews
8.2
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I really like the overall environment. However, they really could improve on their dining. [name removed] and her staff have been awesome.
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 Orangeburg, surrounded by trees and nestled in a rural neighborhood setting, is convenient to nearby shopping, restaurants and the hospital. As a premiere provider of assisted living, it is our goal to make every day a memorable one. Discover our experienced and caring staff,...
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Photo of Oaks at Beaufort
1313 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.1
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31 reviews
8.1
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31 reviews
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The staff was fantastic and the food was very good. There are places that look better and that are newer, but when it comes to care for the patient, I think they're wonderful, and yes I would recommend Oaks...
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.
Summit Place of Beaufort is an assisted living community located in beautiful, historic Beaufort, South Carolina. Situated on the banks of Battery Creek amongst majestic, moss-draped oaks, we provide assisted living, respite and Alzheimer's care. We are the only community in Beaufort that has a...
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8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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Longwood Plantation took excellent care of my father. They kept us informed and I couldn't have asked for better support. It was a difficult move for my father while I live out of state but they went out of...
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.
Longwood Plantation, an Assisted Living Community with total of 50 beds (34 beds for assisted living and 16 beds for alzheimer's care), is located in a beautiful, quiet, residential area in Orangeburg County. This 10-acre campus offers Independent and Assisted Living for Senior Adults as well as...
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Photo of Vineyard Bluffton
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8.0
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4 reviews
8.0
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4 reviews
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Turnover is high. Assessment charges do not reflect service provided. Rising prices regularly. I think turnover is everywhere and the business model is the same regardless of the facility, so therefore I...
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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Photo of The Oaks of Orangeburg
1212 Photos available
7.3
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9 reviews
7.3
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9 reviews
5 star
22%
4 star
45%
3 star
11%
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11%
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My loved one is a resident at The Oaks on the Edisto. Communication is really the only thing that I have problems with. Overall, I would recommend this facility to others but probably not for someone with...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
At The Oaks of Orangeburg, seniors can age with a variety of care services for independent living. Our caregivers are qualified to provide a variety of care services ranging from monitoring medication to assisting with activities of daily living. Additionally, the community has round-the-clock...
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Photo of Oaks at Salem Road
1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.3
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10 reviews
7.3
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10 reviews
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Overall it's a nice place. The facilities have not been kept up like it should have been, but they do have a new maintenance lead now. Hopefully that will help. Most of the staff are very courteous and...
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 Oaks at Salem Road is a beautiful assisted living community tucked away in a neighborhood setting conveniently located to historic downtown, coastal wetlands and several shopping areas. As a premiere provider of assisted living in Beaufort, South Carolina, it's our goal to make every day an...
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Photo of The Addison of Bluffton
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
5.3
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15 reviews
5.3
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15 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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It was a good experience and would have been so much better if my aunt would have participated in her own care. We picked this community because of good reviews, friendly atmosphere, nice accommodations,...
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. Reader’s Choice Best of Bluffton 2020. Call or drop by to see what make The Addison of...
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6.5
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4 reviews
6.5
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Always clean and everyone is smiling. Mom really enjoys all the activities and staff. Meals are delicious when I come to visit I always eat there. Excellent place and experience with The Palmettos.
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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Photo of Canterfield of Bluffton
66 Photos available
3.0
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13 reviews
3.0
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13 reviews
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The community is very clean, the staff members are very friendly and overall we are pleased with the community. We have not been there for normal meal time, but we did get a chance to go there for the...
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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This is a amazing community and we love the staff. I like knowing that my mom is happy and likes the environment. The menu is country cooking and wonderful. My mom is happy with all the activities that she...
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.
Lakeview ManorLakeview Manor is a senior living community in the compact, historic city of Springfield, GA. Our beautiful lakeside community overlooks White Deer Lake, and features numerous paved walking trails, gardens and outdoor sitting areas. Springfield is a scenic city that is filled with...
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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 independent living in Brunson, SC

The average cost of senior living in Brunson is $3,800 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ehrhardt, SC with an average of $2,122 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Brunson, SC vs. nearby cities

Brunson, SC
$3,800/mo
$3,619/mo
$3,697/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Brunson, SC vs. the state and national average

Brunson, SC
$3,800/mo
U.S. national average
$4,147/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Brunson vs. other types of senior living

$3,997/mo
Independent Living
$3,800/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Brunson, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,250/mo
Studio
$4,458/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,456/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,088/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,999/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Brunson over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Brunson

Recent reviews for independent living in Brunson

Oaks at Salem Road in Beaufort, SC

4.9
So impressed with all the staff, their kindness and professionalism. They are so positive and really understand what their clients are experiencing. I can pick up the phone to call and talk to [name removed] and it doesn't matter which one answers. My parents are happy and we are at rest ...
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Lakeview Manor in Springfield, GA

5.0
Lakeview Manor is a beautiful location with a warm and welcoming staff. Our family selected Lakeview based on its' friendly, family atmosphere. Our senior family members settled in within the first week, enjoying new friends and activities.

The Addison of Bluffton

5.0
We couldn't be any more pleased with my parents move to this community. Everything is working out very well, and they are doing great. We are pleased with everything they have done for our family. They have a great staff in this facility. They are very caring, and have been friendly when we ...
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Brunson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brunson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brunson, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Brunson independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Brunson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brunson, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.6%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
35.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Brunson independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Brunson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brunson, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.8%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
27%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.5%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brunson independent 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 independent living communities in Brunson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brunson, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.2%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.5%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.1%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
43.2%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
24.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.8%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.4%
45.7%
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