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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Shell, SC
The cost of independent living in Shell is about $3,953 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 44 options. Read 860 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.
WATERBROOKE ASSISTED LIVINGVery Clean & Safe Beds Available (6) Semi Private Rooms (4) Private Rooms Medicaid Accepted (Yes) Out of State Transfers (Yes) Males & Females Welcome!
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.
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: 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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This is a great community with great care. The staff is always so caring and helpful. They do have activities, but she is not active right now due to just settling into the community.They are a great value...
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.
Hope Arbor of Murrells Inlet is a locally owned, not-for-profit assisted living. Our community is not large and overwhelming as we are licensed to care for no more than 60 residents. Our prices are all-inclusive which allows for our residents to age in place without having to worry about care...
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My father was well taken care of there. They went out of there way to make him feel at home and cared for. The home is older but has gone under a new remodeling. I was very pleased with the way they 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.
At Shallotte Assisted Living we offer Private Pay and Medicaid Programs. Also, eighty beds are provided for individuals requiring assistance, but who desire to live as independently as possible. Each resident maintains high level of freedom in a semi-private room while at the same time receiving...
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This has by any means of measurement been the hardest time of my life. It started with a diagnoses of Lewy Body Dementia! That diagnoses changed my life! And the life of everyone who cared ANYTHING about me!...
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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.
Lake Waccamaw Senior Living provides a home-like atmosphere with cozy living rooms, dining room, comfortable bedrooms with your furnishing if desired. We offer daily activities and outings, in house pharmacy service, nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to enhance...
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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.
We have private and semi-private rooms. We also provide transportation to doctor’s appointments. We also have shopping, the residents own and operate a craft store, the proceeds go toward activities. We have an excellent activities department. We have life entertainment on special occasions, such...
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, 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.
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.
West Bladen Assisted Living is a located in stunning Bladenboro, NC. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, serene and peaceful living quarters and an abundance of beautiful wildlife, this residential community is one that seniors love to call their home. Family members coming to visit a loved one...
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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: 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
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
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
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.
Cost of independent living in Shell, SC
The average cost of senior living in Shell is $3,953 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Latta, SC with an average of $2,687 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shell, SC vs. nearby cities
Shell, SC
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shell, SC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shell vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Shell, SC by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Shell
Recent reviews for independent living in Shell
Brightwater Assisted Living in Myrtle Beach, SC
5.0
All prominent senior living communities have well-appointed housing options with a variety of health, wellness and entertainment programs. What makes Brightwater standout are its Move Coordinator and Mentoring Program.
The Brightwater Move Coordinator works with you, your movers and ...
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The Legacy of North Myrtle Beach
4.8
Lots of activity etc! Overall I would say it is a good choice. Cleanliness of his room is a 3! The facility itself is a 5! He is now in memory care! They do an excellent job!
Shallotte Assisted Living, Inc.
5.0
This is an older community but has undergone many upgrades. The Administrator went out of his way to transition my uncooperative mother. She now loves it and has many friends. She also can't wait to get back to her new "home" when we take her on outings. I am completely satisfied with the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and welcoming staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For example, at Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle, the staff made an effort to make a new resident feel welcome and have been fabulous since. At Arbor Landing at Surfside, all residents praise the entire st ...
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Varied activities offering. Families and residents appreciate the wide range of activities offered at their communities. Examples include movie nights, writing and art classes, outings to malls and restaurants, and water aerobics. For instance, at Indigo at Carolina Forest, residents enjoy a variety of activities and liv ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews frequently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities. At River Park Senior Living, the absolute best place, the facilities are described as beautiful. Residents of Portside at Grande Dunes also appreciate the cleanliness and nice decor.
Flexible dining options. Some residents prefer cooking for themselves while others enjoy the community meals. At Garden Manor Village, the residents tend to be in cliques and meals can have limited options. However, at TerraBella Myrtle Beach, the food is likened to country club dining and is of excellent quality.
Welcoming pet policy. Several reviews mention the availability of pet accommodations. At Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle, pets are allowed, and families appreciate this feature. At Indigo at Carolina Forest, the focus on community is a great addition to the already wonderful facilities.
Compassionate and caring community. Residents and their families mention the caring and compassionate nature of the staff and community members. For example, at Garden Manor Village, the staff go above and beyond to support residents, and at River Park Senior Living, the community is described as small and loving, with persona ...
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Shell independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shell independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shell, 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 Shell 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 Shell 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
22.7%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
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30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Shell 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 Shell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.2%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shell 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 Shell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
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44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.8%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.8%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
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46.2%
Dances
Dances
34.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arbor Landing at Surfside, Indigo at Carolina Forest and TerraBella Myrtle Beach are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shell, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 44 independent living facilities near Shell, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Shell, South Carolina are Arbor Landing at Surfside and Indigo at Carolina Forest. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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