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6 Best Nursing Homes in Fripp Island, SC
Fripp Island is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 6 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Fripp Island, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Fripp Island is about $4,792, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 86 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Chisolm, Little Edisto and Freedman.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Fripp Island, SC
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9.7
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66 reviews
My brother in law moved recently to Helena Square. A perfect place for him. He loves his newly renovated studio and enjoys the friendly and helpful staff that make him feel so very special. He has found...
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.
Helena Place is an assisted living community situated in the heart of Port Royal, South Carolina for over 20 years. Our community has been named The Best of Assisted Living in Port Royal for the last 5 years running. We are located on the south side of the Cypress Wetlands Bird Sanctuary where...
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8.5
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11 reviews
They were good. The interaction with the staff was very good. They did have activities but my loved one did not get a chance to participate. We picked this community because, the staff was very...
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.
From the very first moment you arrive at our gorgeous Sea Island property on the banks of the Beaufort River, it’s clear that The Retreat at Lady's Island takes a unique approach to senior living in Beaufort, SC. Private and semi-private assisted living suites and studios offer sophisticated...
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I had rehab at Sprenger after I fell in SC, while on vacation. I had excellent care from the staff ([name removed], my night nurse, is the kindest, most caring person) and the rehab dept helped me make...
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: Nursing Homes
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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
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Fripp Island, SC
The average cost of senior living in Fripp Island is $4,792 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Edisto Beach, SC with an average of $3,857 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Fripp Island, SC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Fripp Island, SC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Fripp Island, SC by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Fripp Island
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Fripp Island
Oaks at Salem Road in Beaufort, SC
4.9
So impressed with all the staff, their kindness and professionalism. They are so positive and really understand what their clients are experiencing. I can pick up the phone to call and talk to [name removed] and it doesn't matter which one answers. My parents are happy and we are at rest ...
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Harbor Cove Memory Care in Hilton Head Island, SC
4.3
We moved him from NHC in Bluffton to Harbor Cove. The staff at Harbor Cove was very caring, which we did not experience at NHC. I wish we'd moved him to Harbor Cove earlier. It is a smaller place, but staff was fantastic with him.
Palmettos Of Bluffton in Okatie, SC
4.5
Like most communities right now Palmettos is going through some staffing issues, but we are still having a good experience. They have activities, but with our loved ones being in memory care instead of watching TV we think they would benefit more if they did more one on one activities, or small ...
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Fripp Island nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fripp Island nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fripp Island, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Fripp Island nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Fripp Island that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Fripp Island nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Fripp Island Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
5.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fripp Island nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fripp Island 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
20%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
3.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Fripp Island nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fripp Island communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Fripp Island nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Fripp Island offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
0.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
40%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Helena Square, Pines at Bluffton and The Retreat at Lady's Island are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Fripp Island, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 6 nursing homes facilities near Fripp Island, South Carolina. See the full list.
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Nursing Homes in Cities Near Fripp Island
- Chisolm, South Carolina
- Little Edisto, South Carolina
- Freedman, South Carolina
- Buckingham Landing, South Carolina
- Fenwick, South Carolina
- Myrtle Island, South Carolina
- Brighton Beach, South Carolina
- Longwood, South Carolina
- Port Royal, South Carolina
- Edisto Island, South Carolina
- Fort Fremont, South Carolina
- Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
- Spanish Wells, South Carolina
- Fripp Landing, South Carolina
- Lawton, South Carolina
- Edisto Beach, South Carolina
- Hickory Bluff, South Carolina
- Camp Saint Christopher, South Carolina
- Lands End, South Carolina
- Shell Point, South Carolina
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