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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Winnsboro, SC

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The cost of independent living in Winnsboro is about $3,948 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 77 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 Vitality Living Columbia
55 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
9.7
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9.7
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I'm so happy with Vitality Living. Wonderful and patient employees. I don't have to worry about my love one. Food is wonderful. With many different choices. Very clean. All around and awesome place. Even has...
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.
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99 Photos available
3232 Floor plans available
8.6
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64 reviews
8.6
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64 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
30%
3 star
11%
2 star
2%
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I found the staff overly invasive but I much younger than the rest of the residents. Not terrible but it made me a bit uncomfortable. It was also difficult to get assistance later in the evening. Again,...
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 The Harmony Collection at ColumbiaIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Columbia, South Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support,...
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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.
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My brother lived here for several years. He was treated with love and respect. I will always feel this facility is part of my family. I miss my brother so much..
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 Lutheran Homes of South Carolina
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.
Photo of Rice Estate
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Winnsboro, SC

The average cost of senior living in Winnsboro is $3,948 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carlisle, SC with an average of $2,710 per month.

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

Winnsboro, SC
$3,948/mo
$3,790/mo

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

Winnsboro, SC
$3,948/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$4,166/mo
Independent Living
$3,948/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,630/mo
Studio
$5,044/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,860/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,956/mo

Senior living costs in Winnsboro 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: Winnsboro, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWinnsboro, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,948/mo$4,127/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,979/mo$4,306/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,166/mo$4,352/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Winnsboro, SC:$3,948/mo
South Carolina:$4,127/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Winnsboro, SC:$3,979/mo
South Carolina:$4,306/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Winnsboro, SC:$4,166/mo
South Carolina:$4,352/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Winnsboro, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Winnsboro 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.

Winnsboro, SCSC stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Winnsboro, SC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Winnsboro 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
Winnsboro, SC$3,315/mo$3,200/mo+3.6%
South Carolina$3,031/mo$2,825/mo+7.3%
National$3,044/mo$2,857/mo+6.5%
Winnsboro, SC
2024 average cost:$3,315/mo
2023 average cost:$3,200/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,031/mo
2023 average cost:$2,825/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,044/mo
2023 average cost:$2,857/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Winnsboro

Recent reviews for independent living in Winnsboro

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.

Pines Columbia in West Columbia, SC

4.5
The staff team at Pines Columbia is friendly and usually available when you need them. Communication of events at facility have improved so that family has an opportunity to schedule and be present.

Springtree Manor Assisted Living in Columbia, SC

4.9
I chose the community due to close to my home and the staff was welcoming. The cost was reasonable for my Dads needs now and in the future along with the cleanness.

Winnsboro independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Winnsboro independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Winnsboro, 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 Winnsboro 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 Winnsboro partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Winnsboro, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
30.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Winnsboro 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 Winnsboro communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Winnsboro, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Winnsboro 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 Winnsboro offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Winnsboro, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
45.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Vitality Living Columbia, Harmony at Columbia and Woodward Street Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Winnsboro, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Winnsboro, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Winnsboro, South Carolina are Fairforest Grove Senior Living and Harbison Shores. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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