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The cost of independent living in Milton is about $3,940 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 166 options. Read 2936 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 Ansley Glen at Greenwood
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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37 reviews
9.0
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37 reviews
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My grandma has been living here for a little more than a year. It was a hard decision for our family to move her, but I cannot explain how thankful we are. The staff are always friendly and willing to go...
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.
Welcome to Ansley Glen in beautiful Greenwood, SC. Our warm and inviting senior living community has the care and neighbors in place to make your loved one's living experience both comfortable, safe and engaing.Please come see us, meet our team and residents and see why residents love living at...
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Photo of Brookdale Brushy Creek
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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14 reviews
8.9
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14 reviews
5 star
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Brookdale at Brushy Creek staff provided a wonderful and trustworthy experience to us as descendants and advocated for our father with love and care. When we asked questions, they responded efficiently 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.
Live Your AdventureHere in Greer, South Carolina, we’re more than assisted living community. We’re a family. It won’t take you long to understand what we mean. From the moment you walk through the front door, you’ll feel the warmth of our kind and compassionate care team and see the...
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Photo of Brookstone Terrace of Simpsonville
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8.9
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38 reviews
8.9
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38 reviews
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My mom is at Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff. We have been very pleased. Yes, have already recommended to others. We like that the facility in Woodruff is small and has an integrated approach so that memory...
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.
Brookstone Terrace of Simpsonville specializes in providing exceptional care in a secure, comfortable, and resort-like environment for those needing Assisted Living or those living with Alzheimer's Disease, dementia, and other forms of memory care needs. We are conveniently located on Scuffletown...
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66 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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19 reviews
8.8
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It is a very happy place to be. The overall atmosphere is joyful and welcoming. Every time we go in there is something fun that they are celebrating with games and fun food. They do their best to get all 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.
The Springs at Simpsonville is an assisted-living facility located in Simpsonville, S.C. The locally-owned senior center provides a personalized level of care to each resident in a comfortable home-like environment. Located within walking distance of downtown Simpsonville, the facility offers...
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8.8
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8.8
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The staff very kind and helpful, activities director very good, very clean especially since going through renovations and her room is a great size.
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.
Tucked away in the heart of historic Greenville, Kauhale Pettigru assisted living and memory care community often feels more like a family reunion than a traditional senior living experience. This is the place where you can enjoy everything you need for a wonderful retirement. From a custom care...
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Photo of The Legacy of Lexington
2323 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.8
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31 reviews
8.8
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I am very happy with Lexington and how they treat my aunt. Yes, I would absolutely recommend The Legacy of Lexington to other families based on the experience so far. [name removed] said so regarding his...
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 Lexington is an assisted living community situated in the heart of Lexington, South Carolina, high on a tranquil hill where the outdoors can be enjoyed from the rocking chairs on the front porch.Along with our beautiful surroundings, it's the people at The Legacy of Lexington who...
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Photo of Harmony at Five Forks
99 Photos available
3131 Floor plans available
8.8
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43 reviews
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43 reviews
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Most of the time the food tastes pretty good, but it takes a very long time to be served after orders are taken, and most of the time the food is not hot by the time it's served. When calling ahead for a...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at Five ForksIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Simpsonville, South Carolina, we are offering in-person tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents and team members, along with the security,...
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Photo of The Legacy at Southpointe Drive
1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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74 reviews
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We are overall pleased with the Legacy. What we pay is more than reasonable. Unfortunately we just experienced a staff change. We have not met many of the new staff. We live out of state so we will meet them...
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 at Southpointe Drive is an assisted living community in Greenville, South Carolina. Our community offers personalized care services in a home-like community just minutes from downtown Greenville. Our community is ideally located near Interstate I-85 and 385, offering convenient access...
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77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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52 reviews
8.6
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Administration is extremely kind and know all the patients and all staff take turns spending time with the patients. They go above and beyond to get my mom to shower, clean her hair and do her nails.
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.
Oakview Park Senior LivingFind your place with us!Oakview Park is Powdersville's newest senior living community, offering Assisted Living and Memory Care.It is our goal to enhance the quality of life of our resident members by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and...
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8.6
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28 reviews
8.6
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My parents have been residents for close to 5 years. The staff has always been available for anything they needed but went above and beyond recently. My Dad was in hospice and requiring a lot more care than...
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.
Windsor House Greenville is a 50-bed community conveniently located on Pelham Road on Greenville's eastside. We are 1.5 miles from I-85 and 2.5 miles from Haywood Mall/Road. The facility is 9 years old, single story, and beautiful inside and out. The brick Georgian architecture with large white...
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Photo of TerraBella Thornblade
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8.5
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52 reviews
8.5
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52 reviews
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I would give everything a 5, with the exception of Administrative Staff. They would get a 3. Terra Bella Thornblade has a new "bookkeeper," I guess you would call her. We have been charged the wrong amount...
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.
Picture Yourself living the lifestyle you've earned...…. Whether you'd just like a little assistance or need more comprehensive attention, we have a program for you. Life at TerraBella Thornblade offers all of the comforts of home without the challenges, problems and responsibilities of home...
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Photo of Clinton Presbyterian Community, a Continuing Care Retirement Community
1313 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
8.0
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8.0
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It has taken Mom a while to adjust but no major issues with the facility. Since she is independent she has not required any real assistance but activities available are good. Mom doesn't eat dinner but...
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.
Clinton Presbyterian Community is a continuing care retirement community (Independent Living Apartments, Patio Homes, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing & Short Term Rehabilitation) located in Clinton, SC. We proudly boast that we have the only 5-Star Medicare Certified Skilled Nursing and...
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Photo of The Blake at Hollingsworth Park
99 Photos available
8.5
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8.5
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Dad is comfortable and receiving the help he needs. Nutritious food and helpful staff make my dad’s life pleasant and safe. His blood sugar is in therapeutic range and is being tested regularly. He is...
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 Fairview Park
1818 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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35 reviews
8.5
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35 reviews
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They were all super nice and wonderful to my dad. I would for sure recommend it and already have to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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.
Legacy Reserve at Fairview Park is the newest upscale retirement community in Simpsonville, SC. It is perfect for active seniors looking to live their best life doing the activities they love, from water aerobics, movie night, and pool games to exploring the most exciting areas of Simpsonville....
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Photo of Viva Senior Living at Easley
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.4
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22 reviews
8.4
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22 reviews
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I wish my sister-in-law had not done what she did! I would want to be there if it came my time to get help. It was clean and the meals looked good and the people working there was friendly.
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.
Photo of Waterstone on Augusta
2525 Photos available
8.4
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35 reviews
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Overall it was positive from management to most of the employees. [name removed] (director), [name removed] (RN), [name removed] (nurse), [name removed] (marketing), 3 of the caregivers, and the chef were...
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.
Located in Downtown Greenville, SC, Waterstone on Augusta is a premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community that brings a new, enriching lifestyle to seniors in our growing neighborhood. From the time you walk through the doors, this is obviously no understatement. We strive to enhance the...
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8.3
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60 reviews
8.3
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I would give Terra Bella a 5 rating. Putting a parent into assisted living is not an easy task and Terra Bella helped in every way possible. My brother and his wife met her and could not believe that her...
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 Summit is located in the downtown area of Greenville, SC. It is the oldest, most established Assisted Living in Greenville. Along with the 25 bed assisted living, Terrabella Summit also has a 30 bed secured memory care unit for those residents with Alzheimer's and dementia. ...
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8.2
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The facility is clean. Bit short staffed but the staff that's there seem to care about care. Activity level is a bit low. Room sizes are good. Set up like hospital rooms.
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.
Live in the hub of local activity while enjoying the intimacy of TerraBella Spartanburg. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Spartanburg, SC, offers personalized services and thoughtful amenities that generate excitement and pride among residents and their guests. The caring and...
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2020 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.1
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Friendly, attentive staff, and great facility. Some apartments and outside grounds need maintenance and upgrades. However, it is an accommodating facility and exactly what we needed for our family and...
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.
Welcome Home to SYLVARABalancing elegance and warmth, Sylvara Anderson offers an inviting active adult community for seniors 55 and over.With comfort and convenience, we provide amenities and resources to make your life easier so you can focus on pursuing your passions and connecting with others.
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Summit Hills has been wonderful! They are a very sweet community and the freedom they give my parents and the assurance of them being well taken care of is priceless. They have welcomed our whole family and...
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.
Summit Hills is a luxury continuing care retirement community in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Located on 50 acres and just minutes from downtown Spartanburg, our private gated community offers a lifestyle that is second to none. Members enjoy beautiful accommodations, industry-leading Care...
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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31 reviews
8.0
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Brookdale Harbison gets a 5 in each and every category! My mother in law loves it there, and her opinion is the only one that really matters. We have had no issues.
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.
Embrace The Golden YearsIf you want to embrace your golden years with enthusiasm and energy without sacrificing peace of mind that comes from having access to quality care, look no further than our assisted living community in Columbia, South Carolina. Surrounded by a warm and welcoming care team...
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Morningside was short on staff and lax on attention to patients. Had some good employees & some not so good. Additionally, the facility is excellent.
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.
Morningside of Anderson is nestled away in a neighborhood setting near shopping, restaurants and the hospital. As a premiere provider of assisted living, it's our goal to make every day a memorable one. Discover our experienced and caring staff, comfortable apartment-style living, activities and...
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The staff taking care of my dad are excellent, caring, and understanding. They take very good care of him and understand him so well! The meals are excellent and well-balanced. The rooms are cleaned weekly...
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.
Oakleaf Village of Lexington has been in operation since 2001. This means we have staff that have been taking care of Lexington County residents for over 18 years. We pride ourselves on the lack of turnover we have in our care team, so we can promise more continuity of care. Your loved one won’t...
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We like this community for the great care that my mom is receiving. The staff is very caring and attentive. I like knowing that the community is clean. The menu is good and she is liking the variety....
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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I am pleased with the care my mom is getting here, I feel comfortable with her in the memory care unit, they are well staffed and She is a level 2 so she does get that extra care she needs here. I would...
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.
Carolina Gardens at Laurens is an assisted living community in Laurens, South Carolina. Laurens is a historical and charming city in upstate South Carolina. We have a thriving downtown area with fine shopping and dining in a way that honors our strong heritage and rich history. Residents at...

Cost of independent living in Milton, SC

The average cost of senior living in Milton is $3,940 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Saluda, SC with an average of $2,353 per month.

Independent living costs in Milton, SC, vs. nearby cities

Milton, SC
$3,940/mo
$3,278/mo

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

Milton, SC
$3,940/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in Milton, SC, vs. other senior living options

$4,202/mo
Independent Living
$3,940/mo

Independent living costs in Milton, SC, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,159/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,728/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,705/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,116/mo

Senior living costs in Milton 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: Milton, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMilton, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,940/mo$4,194/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,139/mo$4,375/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,202/mo$4,424/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Milton, SC:$3,940/mo
South Carolina:$4,194/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Milton, SC:$4,139/mo
South Carolina:$4,375/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Milton, SC:$4,202/mo
South Carolina:$4,424/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Milton, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Milton 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 Milton, SC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Milton 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Milton, SC$3,079/mo$3,029/mo+1.6%
South Carolina$3,123/mo$3,115/mo+0.2%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Milton, SC
2024 average cost:$3,079/mo
2023 average cost:$3,029/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,123/mo
2023 average cost:$3,115/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Milton

Recent reviews for independent living in Milton

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.

Eden Terrace of Spartanburg

5.0
This is a great facility! Eden Terrace staff is friendly and very caring, very responsive to the needs of their residents. It is a friendly and well cared for facility. I would definitely recommend!

Quillen Manor Assisted Living and Villas in Fountain Inn, SC

4.6
The people are very helpful and caring. Everyone checks on each other and we are a close knit community.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Excellent food and dining experiences. Residents and families praise the high-quality food and dining experiences in several communities, such as TerraBella Greenville and The Village at Southlake. Meals are a highlight for many, with customized offerings and accommodations for dietary restrictions.
Attentive and caring staff. Several reviews mention the attentiveness and caring nature of staff members at various communities, including Maple Brook Terrace and Presbyterian Communities. Residents and their families express gratitude for the long-term relationships that have been formed between the staff and residents.
Variety of activities to accommodate diverse interests. Communities like Holiday Deepwood Estates and Legacy Reserve offer a wide range of activities to accommodate residents' interests. These include social events, outings, and classes, ensuring residents stay engaged and active.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Many reviews mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, such as Haywood Estates and The Village at Southlake. Residents appreciate the attention to detail in maintaining both the interior spaces and the grounds.
Comfortable and spacious living spaces. Several residents express appreciation for the comfortable and spacious living spaces they have found in communities like The Legacy in Anderson and Summit Hills. These spaces provide a sense of independence and homelike feel for residents.
Effective communication between families and staff. Clear and open lines of communication between families and staff are a priority at communities like Maple Brook Terrace and Legacy Reserve. Regular meetings and updates help ensure that care needs are met and everyone is informed.
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Milton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Milton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Milton, 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 Milton 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 Milton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Milton, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.2%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
37.2%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.1%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Milton 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 Milton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Milton, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.9%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.4%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Milton 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 Milton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Milton, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.3%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.1%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.7%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.4%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.9%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.4%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.6%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
39.3%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
31%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.7%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ashley Square, Emerald Gardens and North Pointe are the top-rated independent living facilities near Milton, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 166 independent living facilities near Milton, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Milton, South Carolina are Emerald Gardens, Maple Brook Terrace Retirement Community and Lakeview Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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