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10 Best Independent Living Communities in White Rock, SC

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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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Their role in his hospice care was outstanding. The care they gave towards the end was instrumental in helping us accept the inevitable. The fact that they honored him on his wall of veterans and gave us...
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.
At Fairforest Grove, you’ll feel the difference that regional ownership and management make in creating a warm, family-focused environment, especially suited for senior living. Fairforest Grove is owned and managed by Mainstay Senior Living, not by a corporation or senior care conglomerate. Our...
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72 reviews
9.6
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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
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.
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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8.7
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The friendliness of the staff does vary greatly amongst the staff with some receiving's 1s and some others receiving 5s. What we like the most about the Brookdale Harbison community is the size of 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.
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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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...
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My father really enjoyed himself here everyone was very nice and helpful treated us like family would recommend to anyone.
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, 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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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
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.
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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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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.

Cost of independent living in White Rock, SC

The average cost of senior living in White Rock is $3,201 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newberry, SC with an average of $2,911 per month.

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

White Rock, SC
$3,201/mo
$3,246/mo

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

White Rock, SC
$3,201/mo
U.S. national average
$4,029/mo

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

$3,794/mo
Independent Living
$3,201/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,723/mo
Studio
$4,087/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,403/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,491/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in White Rock

Recent reviews for independent living in White Rock

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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White Rock independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in White Rock independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in White Rock, 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 White Rock 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 White Rock partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
White Rock, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
32.6%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.7%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
7.3%
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Availability of select dining options in White Rock 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 White Rock communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
White Rock, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
34.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.7%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
35.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
16.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in White Rock 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 White Rock offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
White Rock, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.7%
43.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.7%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
36.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
39.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.7%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
45.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
38.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.7%
45.2%
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Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Forest Lake Manor and Harbison Shores are the top-rated independent living facilities near White Rock, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 12 independent living facilities near White Rock, South Carolina. See the full list.

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