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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lancaster, SC
The cost of independent living in Lancaster is about $3,898 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 174 options. Read 2732 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Fort Mill, Monroe and Rock Hill.
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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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
If you are retired from work, but not from life, consider Carolina Village in Rock Hill, South Carolina. As a suburb of Charlotte, North Carolina, Rock Hill is a growing, thriving community. The spacious Carolina Village campus provides a country setting on the outskirts of this bustling...
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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, 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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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: 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.
Add comfort and convenience to your lifestyle! The outstanding amenities at Inspire Royal Park were designed to surpass your expectations and redefine the 55 and over active adult living experience. Our apartment community is ideal for mature professionals, empty nesters, downsizers, and those on...
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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, 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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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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Provides: Assisted 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.
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: 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.
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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 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..
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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. ...
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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 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.
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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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, 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 Lancaster, SC
The average cost of senior living in Lancaster is $3,898 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blythewood, SC with an average of $3,477 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lancaster, SC vs. nearby cities
Lancaster, SC
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lancaster, SC vs. the state and national average
Lancaster, SC
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lancaster vs. other types of senior living
Independent Living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lancaster, SC by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Lancaster over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Lancaster
Recent reviews for independent living in Lancaster
The Blake at Baxter Village in Fort Mill, SC
4.9
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.
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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TerraBella Rock Hill
4.5
The staff have always been very kind I just feel like they might not have enough coverage for the memory care unit. When you have patients that are wondering and trying to walk without assistance there just has to be enough coverage to make sure that everyone else is tended to. I go at different ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and dedication of the staff members at various communities, such as Brookdale Charlotte East, Providence Meadows, and Brookdale Carriage Club Providence, who go above and beyond to make residents feel welcome and ensure their well-being.
Variety of activities for residents. Several communities, like MerryWood on Park, Shads Landing, and Solista Charlotte by Cogir, offer a wide range of activities to keep residents engaged, including crafts, movies, bingo, bridge, and outings to local attractions.
Delicious and nutritious meals. Many residents express their satisfaction with the quality of the meals at their communities, such as Greenway Square Retirement Community, Holiday Willow Grove, and Terrabella Windsor Lake, where the chefs cater to individual dietary needs and preferences.
Comfortable and clean living spaces. Residents often praise the cleanliness and comfort of their apartments and common areas at communities like Holiday Crescent Heights, Shads Landing, and The Dorchester South, which contribute to a comfortable and enjoyable living experience.
Flexible and accommodating to residents' needs. Several reviews highlight the accommodating nature of the staff at various communities, like The Blake at Baxter Village, Greenway Square Retirement Community, and Brookdale Carriage Club Providence, who are willing to make adjustments to better suit residents' needs and preferences.
Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Reviews from communities such as MerryWood on Park, Holiday Crescent Heights, and Solista Charlotte by Cogir mention the friendly and inclusive environment, where residents make new friends and feel valued and appreciated.
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Lancaster independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lancaster independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lancaster, 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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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
18.4%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.9%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.3%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Lancaster 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 Lancaster communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
29.3%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.7%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
31.6%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.6%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lancaster 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 Lancaster offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.3%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.5%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.3%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.1%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.8%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.6%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
47.7%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
36.8%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.4%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.3%
45.6%
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