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The cost of independent living in Lydia is about $3,188 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 10 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 The Retreat at Carolina Bay
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Overall we had a great experience at The Retreat at Carolina Bay. I especially liked that they take an individualized approach to each patient's care.
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.
Photo of The Legacy of Hartsville
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Very friendly staff and very accommodating. I am in Colorado, and they are in South Carolina. Communication is great, but it gets tricky from communicating from one staff person to another at times. 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.
The Legacy of Hartsville is tucked securely within a quaint community of families and neighbors. Within minutes of the hospital and medical offices in one direction and a downtown area flourishing with charm and history in another, The Legacy is proud to offer services and amenities, activities...
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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.
The Carriage House of Hartsville is an assisted living community for male and female residents 55 years of age and older in Hartsville, SC. Hartsville enjoys a mild climate most of the year, with occasional snows in the winter. The 2010 census placed the population at 7,764 for our small...
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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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Great facility!
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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Cost of independent living in Lydia, SC

The average cost of senior living in Lydia is $3,188 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chesterfield, SC with an average of $2,761 per month.

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

Lydia, SC
$3,188/mo
$3,395/mo

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

Lydia, SC
$3,188/mo
U.S. national average
$4,136/mo

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

$3,188/mo
Independent Living
$3,188/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,275/mo
Studio
$4,430/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,810/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,645/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Lydia

Recent reviews for independent living in Lydia

The Carolinian in Florence, SC

4.0
Everything is going well for my mother since her move to this community. She is doing well, and I'am pleased with all they have done for us. This community is working out pretty well for us, and it is a good place with kind people.

Pee Dee Gardens in Florence, SC

4.8
We chose Pee Dee Gardens at the time because she had lived here once before many years ago and it was a good experience. She chose a small room and it fits her needs, they do have a variety of options as well based on your needs. It is a good facility and I would recommend.

The Pines at Florence Assisted Living and Memory Care

4.9
My loved one has been very happy at the facility. Everyone has been nice, and the staff is great. They know you by name, and I always feel welcomed Overall, .everything was great . As long as mom is happy, then I am happy.

Lydia independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lydia independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lydia, 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 Lydia 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 Lydia 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
20%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
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30.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Lydia 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 Lydia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lydia 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 Lydia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.2%
Fitness classes
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Florence Place, The Addison of Florence and The Retreat at Carolina Bay are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lydia, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 8 independent living facilities near Lydia, South Carolina. See the full list.

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