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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Peak, SC

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If you’re looking for independent living in the Peak 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 Peak. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

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We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Columbia Commercial Historic District.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Lexington, Chapin and Irmo.

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The staff provide a good mix of activities for the residents. My dad is finally joining in and enjoying himself. While I wish that my dad were with me, I can't do things for him like Harbison Shores can! I...
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.
Harbison Shores is an assisted living community in Irmo, South Carolina. Irmo is part of the Columbia metro area, offering residents easy access to fine shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities. Recognized by Money Magazine as one of the most 'Affordable Places to Live in the Country',...
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The staff is outstanding! Everyone is so friendly and helpful. They go that extra step! Although Lakeview is strictly independent living, there are many little things they do for us that go above and...
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.
Lakeview, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Lake Drive in Columbia. We look forward to opening brand new during the Spring of 2022! Lakeview will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your...
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We went with Generations of Chapin because it was close to home and the value for the money was good. There are a lot of activities provided, but they are an extra charge and I was not expecting that. She is...
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.
Generations Assisted Living Facilities and related businesses were founded by Louetta A. Slice who was a registered nurse, licensed nursing home administrator and a certified assisted living administrator. Her health care career was devoted to helping and caring for senior adults. Generations...
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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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.
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
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Peak, SC

The average cost of senior living in Peak is $3,322 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carlisle, SC with an average of $2,569 per month.

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

Peak, SC
$3,322/mo
$3,246/mo

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

Peak, SC
$3,322/mo
U.S. national average
$4,029/mo

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

$3,855/mo
Independent Living
$3,322/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,950/mo
Studio
$4,320/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,452/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,946/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Peak

Recent reviews for independent living in Peak

Fairforest Grove Senior Living in Columbia, SC

5.0
After over a year I am still very happy with the care for my mother at FairForest. Mother wanted to be in Columbia, SC near her sister. This is too far away for me to be involved in Mothers care so I needed a place that I could rely on. Mother went in for Assisted Living but her dementia ...
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The Village at Southlake in Lexington, SC

4.6
I would and have recommended this facility! The staff are always friendly and welcoming. The cleaning lady is wonderful! She works around Mom's schedule to clean when she's not in. The communication has been good and the move in process was simple. ?y only suggestion for improvement would be ...
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Brookdale Columbia

3.5
The staff is friendly and the housekeeping is good and responsive. The move in process was excellent. My mother is generally displeased with the food. It is bland, overcooked and cheap. They probably need to invigorate the process by having featured meals. For example, Friday fish day, chicken ...
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Peak independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Peak independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Peak, 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 Peak 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 Peak partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Peak, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
32.6%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
31.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Peak 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 Peak communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Peak, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
34.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
35.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
16.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Peak 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 Peak offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Peak, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
43.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
36.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
39.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
45.3%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
38.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.2%
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Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Harbison Shores and The Village at Southlake are the top-rated independent living facilities near Peak, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Peak, South Carolina. See the full list.

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