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The cost of independent living in Fort Lawn is about $3,884 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 183 options. Read 3166 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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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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[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.
Elizabethan Gardens is a unique assisted living center catering to the elderly, physically disabled, and mentally disabled individuals. Our private rooms are housed in a historic building built in 1929 with semi private wings added in 1982 and 1987. The home has been modernized without losing...
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My brother lived here for several years. He was treated with love and respect. I will always feel this facility is part of my family. I miss my brother so much..
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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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.
Welcome to The Willows at York, a place to call home. Many do.The Willows at York offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff that greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Living Choices: Assisted...
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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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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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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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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, 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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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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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. ...
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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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The facility is hard to get a hold of when you are calling in. My MIL is happy there. They just hired a bunch of new staff so they are still learning and it's a little harder to get questions answered if...
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: 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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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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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...
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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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.
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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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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.
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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.
Making the transition to retirement apartment living is easy at Brian Center Retirement Apartments. Our helpful staff is here to assist you with all the details of your move. Whether it's sorting through financial details or carrying boxes into your new apartment; you can count on us to help you...
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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.
Comfort and convenience await you at Honeycreek, one of Charlotte’s newest communities for seniors.Honeycreek consists of one and two bedroom single-story garden apartments, with handicapped accessible units. Each apartment if fully carpeted and features self-cleaning oven with front controls,...
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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.
Come home to the affordable way of life in our spacious studios, one and two bedroom apartment homes that are styled with comfort and convenience in mind. Close to Downtown & Plaza Midwood Shopping and Entertainment...Affordable Living at Its Best...
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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.
We want to make your stay here with us a pleasant one. Enjoy our unique location with easy access to downtown, highways and various activities offered in the Plaza Midwood area. Here you'll find spacious, energy efficient apartment homes priced well within your budget. On property you'll find a...
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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.
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It has been a good fit for my dad at Pinedale Residential Center. The community is conveniently located for us to come and visit him often. He is really happy there. I haven't had a chance to eat there with...
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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 independent living in Fort Lawn, SC

The average cost of senior living in Fort Lawn is $3,884 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carlisle, SC with an average of $2,710 per month.

Independent living costs in Fort Lawn, SC, vs. nearby cities

Fort Lawn, SC
$3,884/mo
$3,899/mo
$3,993/mo

Independent living costs in Fort Lawn, SC, vs. state and national averages

Fort Lawn, SC
$3,884/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Fort Lawn, SC, vs. other senior living options

$4,623/mo
Independent Living
$3,884/mo

Independent living costs in Fort Lawn, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,476/mo
Studio
$4,950/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,923/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,545/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,150/mo

Senior living costs in Fort Lawn 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: Fort Lawn, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFort Lawn, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,884/mo$4,135/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$4,651/mo$4,315/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,623/mo$4,362/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Fort Lawn, SC:$3,884/mo
South Carolina:$4,135/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Fort Lawn, SC:$4,651/mo
South Carolina:$4,315/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Fort Lawn, SC:$4,623/mo
South Carolina:$4,362/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Fort Lawn, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Fort Lawn 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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Independent living cost trends in Fort Lawn, SC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fort Lawn 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Fort Lawn, SC$2,761/mo$2,812/mo-1.8%
South Carolina$3,123/mo$3,116/mo+0.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Fort Lawn, SC
2024 average cost:$2,761/mo
2023 average cost:$2,812/mo
Percent change:-1.8%
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2024 average cost:$3,123/mo
2023 average cost:$3,116/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
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2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Fort Lawn

Recent reviews for independent living in Fort Lawn

Brookdale Harbison in Columbia, SC

4.0
My experience with Brookdale is positive. It is much more important than I initially realized to carefully match the capabilities of the prospective resident to the level of care the facility offers.

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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Pines Columbia in West Columbia, SC

4.5
The staff team at Pines Columbia is friendly and usually available when you need them. Communication of events at facility have improved so that family has an opportunity to schedule and be present.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Home-cooked meals and warm dining experiences. Many reviews praise the quality of the food in various senior living communities, with residents enjoying meals that remind them of home-cooked dishes. For instance, at Brookdale Charlotte East, the dining room staff are appreciated for their attentiveness and the delicious meals, while reside ...
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Supportive and communicative staff. Communication between staff and families is a significant factor in the overall satisfaction with a senior living community. At Solista Charlotte by Cogir, the staff are praised for their friendliness and willingness to listen to concerns and answer questions, while at Harmony at Columbia, t ...
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Engaging and inclusive activities. The range and quality of activities offered at senior living communities can greatly impact the experience of residents. At MerryWood on Park, the residents are kept busy with a variety of crafts and social activities, while at Terrabella Windsor Lake, the staff organize outings to local att ...
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Thoughtful and well-designed living spaces. A comfortable and welcoming living environment is essential for senior residents. At Lakeview Retirement Community, the apartments are described as beautifully appointed and spacious, while at Shads Landing, the community is praised for its cleanliness and warm atmosphere. The staff at Holi ...
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Continuous improvement and updates. Senior living communities that invest in regular renovations and upgrades can provide a more modern and pleasant living experience for their residents. At Holiday Willow Grove, residents appreciate the recent renovations, while at The Dorchester South, the Dorchester South community has been ...
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Personalized and compassionate care. The care and attention provided to individual residents can make a significant difference in their quality of life. At Holiday Columbia Pines, the staff have been accommodating and helpful in caring for residents with specific needs, while at Providence Meadows, the staff at Providence Meado ...
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Fort Lawn independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Lawn independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Lawn, 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 Fort Lawn 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 Fort Lawn 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
19.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
38%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Lawn 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 Fort Lawn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Lawn 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 Fort Lawn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
55.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
54%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
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33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Trevi Vibrant Senior Living and Terrabella Windsor Lake are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fort Lawn, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 183 independent living facilities near Fort Lawn, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fort Lawn, South Carolina are Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Sunrise of Providence and Legacy Heights Senior Living Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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