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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Forest Lake, SC
If you’re looking for independent living in the Forest Lake area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Forest Lake. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 41 independent living facilities in Forest Lake, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Toddville Road and Carmel.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Charlotte, Fort Mill and Gastonia.
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Carolina Gardens has been a really awesome experience so far. The director [name removed] has been really good to work with even though you can see at times they are struggling with staffing. The nurse [name...
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.
Terrabella at Rock Hill is an assisted living and Memory Care community in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Rock Hill is a large and thriving city with a welcoming, small town atmosphere. Our historic town boasts a world-renowned sports facility, genuine southern hospitality and an abundance of...
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There are not enough words to describe Carmel Hills! It is the most wonderful loving place. My Mother lived there for 14 months and was taken better care of than I could ever imagine. The people that work...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Carmel Hills is a Continuing Care Retirement Community for Christians. We have specialized in the care and encouragement of the Lord’s people for over 30 years. Our long-term staff consists of trained, experienced, and friendly people who are all interested in the safety and security of our...
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Chandler Place is a really nice facility and everyone here was so friendly, staff and residents. My mom really enjoyed her experience and had made many friends, but unfortunately it just got too expensive.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
More Care, More FreedomAnyone can move into a traditional senior living home, but why should you settle for the basics when you can have the best? Nestled on some of the most beautiful grounds in South Carolina, you can spend your morning strolling through storybook gardens and fragrant...
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My mother transferred from Chandler Independent to Assisted Living. They have a large staff that strives to assist residents in all aspects of their needs. They are kind and patient with mom's...
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.
It’s time to upgrade your senior living. And we have just the place to do it. We are a premier senior living community offering assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care services. Our residents have more options for enjoying the senior living lifestyle. They also have fewer worries, as...
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I shop locally nearby at CVS, etc. Traffic is light to moderate (bank of am, chase, etc). Easy access to major banks. Wireless internet hookup adequate w/ heated swimming pool and foyer and exercise.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Welcome to Overture Providence, your premiere 55+ active adult living destination. Here, you will discover beautifully designed apartment homes, one-of-a-kind services and over 12,000 square feet of resort-inspired amenities. We offer everything you’ll need to maintain a happy and healthy...
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High Point in Fort Mill’s first residents moved in the end of October of 2023. When I went to check it out in January of 2024, the friendliness of the residents was the first thing that impressed me. I...
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.
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[name removed] was kind, courteous, and extremely helpful in solving my problem with signing in to visit my mother. I was very unsure of how to do it and he straightened it out in seconds, I so appreciate...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Designed to meet the needs of residents 55 years of age and older under a rental plan that affords a unique 'freedom and choice' approach for your service package. The Dorchester offers you the opportunity to design your own residency plan. Along with our basic rental, residents can supplement...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My friend likes the food at this community. The staff have answered our questions and are helpful. The community is very clean and the grounds are nice. They have a memory care unit within the community. ...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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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.
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, 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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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 father was in the healthcare side; they have a very good staff and the facilities are nice, it's just not set up for someone who's trying to leave. Their lobbies and common areas are located where the...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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The residents all seem nice and friendly. They offered to help with the move in. It’s independent living. So a lot of those categories don’t really apply. They don’t have care services or activities. It...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Cost of independent living in Forest Lake, SC
The average cost of senior living in Forest Lake is $3,997 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carlisle, SC with an average of $2,569 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Forest Lake, SC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Forest Lake, SC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Forest Lake vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Forest Lake, SC by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Forest Lake over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Forest Lake
Recent reviews for independent living in Forest Lake
The Blake at Baxter Village in Fort Mill, SC
4.3
I love The Blake!! It's an excellent facility and my parents are adjusting nicely to living in their independent care cottage which is simply beautiful. Yes I would tell a friend.
Brookdale Robinwood in Gastonia, NC
5.0
My grandmother was a past resident, i can't speak enough about the care. Staff were always so welcoming and kind to my family. We enjoyed the time we spent with her at the community and highly recommend those looking for senior living options.
The Dorchester South in Pineville, NC
4.5
The food options, the activities and the safety the community provides is something we likes most about The Dorchester South community. For activities they have different outings every week as well as party and get togethers. Based on our experience so far, we would recommend the community to ...
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Forest Lake independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest Lake independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest Lake, 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 Forest Lake 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 Forest Lake 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
26.8%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.5%
32.6%
No sugar
No sugar
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30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Forest Lake 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 Forest Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
53.7%
34.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.9%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
53.7%
35.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest Lake 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 Forest Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
73.2%
43.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.9%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.2%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.7%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.2%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.5%
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61%
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.9%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
68.3%
45.3%
Dances
Dances
46.3%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.9%
38.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Providence Meadows, Sunrise of Providence and Greenway Square Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Forest Lake, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
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