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Nhc Healthcare - Parklane is a 99 room skilled nursing facility located close to the North Columbia area of Columbia, South Carolina. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with approximately 51,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 29223. ...
Located in the Forest Hills area of Columbia, South Carolina, Heartland of Columbia Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a 132 bed nursing facility. The surrounding area has an average population density, with roughly 21,000 residents in the 29204 zip ...
PruittHealth - Columbia is situated in the Lyon Street area of Columbia, South Carolina. It is a 185 unit skilled nursing facility. The neighboring area has a medium-density population, with about 21,000 people residing in the zip code ...
Brian Center Nursing Care/St. Andrews is a 120 bed skilled nursing facility located near the Columbiana Ridge area of Columbia, South Carolina. The facility is in a mostly lower income area, with an average per-family income of $33,361. ...
Rice Estate is a 36 room senior housing community. It is located at 100 Finley Rd in Columbia, South Carolina. The encompassing area is densely populated, with about 41,000 people residing in the zip code of 29203. ...
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Atria Forest Lake is a senior community for residents over 65 situated in the Grove Park area of Columbia, South Carolina. With about 19,000 individuals living in the zip code of 29206, the encompassing area has an average population ...
Always Best Care of the Midlands is a senior housing community located within the Arsenal Hill neighborhood of Columbia, South Carolina. The neighboring area is densely populated, with approximately 22,000 individuals living in the 29201 zip code. It ...
Located close to the North Columbia area of the city, Brookdale Columbia is a senior housing facility in Columbia, South Carolina. The facility is in a primarily middle class area, with an average per-household income of $55,063. With ...
1720 Devonshire Dr
Columbia, SC 29204
Situated within the Forest Hills North area of the city, Forest Pines is a senior housing facility serving Columbia, South Carolina. The facility is in a largely middle income area, with a median household income of $35,943. It ...
120 Fairforest Rd
Columbia, SC 29212
Located in the Columbiana Ridge neighborhood, HarborChase of Columbia is a senior care community serving Columbia, South Carolina. With a median household income of $66,555, the facility is in a largely middle income area. It is densely populated, ...
7811 Parklane Rd
Columbia, SC 29223
Located nearby the North Columbia area of the city, The Palmettos of Parklane is a senior care community serving Columbia, South Carolina. The facility is in a mostly middle class area, with an average per-household income of $55,063. ...
3 Summit Terrace
Columbia, SC 29229
Located at 3 Summit Terrace, The Haven In The Summit is a senior community in Columbia, South Carolina. The community is in a predominantly middle class area, with a median household income of $68,824. With around 45,000 poeple ...
4520 Trenholm Rd
Columbia, SC 29206
Agape Senior is a senior care community located in the Kilbourne Park neighborhood of Columbia, South Carolina. The encompassing area has a medium-density population, with roughly 19,000 poeple living in the zip code of 29206. With a median ...
3 Summit Ter
Columbia, SC 29229
Haven In The Summit is a senior housing facility located at 3 Summit Ter in Columbia, South Carolina. The encompassing area has a dense population, with about 45,000 individuals residing in the 29229 zip code. It is a ...
4520 Trenholm Rd
Columbia, SC 29206
Situated within the Kilbourne Park area of the city, Carolina Gardens Senior Living at Kathwood is a senior housing facility serving Columbia, South Carolina. With around 19,000 poeple living in the zip code of 29206, the encompassing area has ...
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community is located within the Granby Hill neighborhood of West Columbia, South Carolina. It is a 22 room senior community. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with roughly 24,000 residents in the 29169 zip ...
2 miles away from Columbia, SC
100 Joseph Walker Dr
West Columbia, SC 29169
Laurel Crest Retirement Center is a senior housing community located within the Skyland neighborhood of West Columbia, South Carolina. The community is in a generally middle class area, with a median family income of $43,046. With roughly 24,000 ...
2 miles away from Columbia, SC
1053 Center St
West Columbia, SC 29169
Situated near by the Granby Hill neighborhood, Agape Senior is a senior housing facility in West Columbia, South Carolina. The neighboring area is densely populated, with about 24,000 people residing in the zip code of 29169. It is ...
2 miles away from Columbia, SC
Columbia, South Carolina’s capital city, is a traditional Southern town with roughly 132,000 residents, about one in 10 of whom are seniors. As its population continues to age, Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia are having an increasingly profound impact on residents. Fortunately, due to the state’s many interventions, residents with Alzheimer’s are experiencing improved services and supports and a better quality of life. In 2014, Alzheimer’s was the primary diagnosis in about 9% of deaths in Columbia. In 2018, this condition was the cause of death in less than 8% of cases. Although the total number of deaths citywide increased by nearly 12% between 2014 and 2018, the number of Alzheimer’s-related deaths dropped by nearly 4%.
For many seniors living with Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia, memory care communities provide valuable services and programs to slow the progression of the disease. These facilities provide around-the-clock care and monitoring and specialized therapeutic programming.
In this guide, we’ve outlined the cost of memory care services in and around Columbia and summarized available community-based services and supports for seniors living with memory-related conditions as well as their families and caregivers.
The SeniorScore is a data-driven livability index that evaluates how well-suited a city is for seniors based on a variety of factors that contribute to the comfort and convenience of older residents. The SeniorScore of Columbia is 73, which is slightly higher than the state and national scores of 72.
The category in which Columbia scores highest is General Quality of Life at 69. The city experiences ideal average temperatures throughout the year, with mild winters and very warm summers, and it receives high levels of rainfall compared to other U.S. cities. It has a very dense population of 8,743 people per square mile, but residents have a short daily commute, which may indicate that there are many retailers, restaurants, government buildings and medical offices nearby. While its public school quality rankings are low, the city has a high graduation rate, which correlates with better housing, less unemployment and more civic engagement.
Columbia rates similarly across the SeniorScore’s other three metrics, including Recreation & Leisure, Health & Safety and Finances, with respective scores of 64, 63 and 62. Because it’s a college town with a large portion of its population comprised of students and young professionals, Columbia has a relatively low percentage of older adults. This may lead to limited resources and programs for seniors. It’s rich in recreational amenities, however, with 27 golf courses, 23 parks and a dozen movie theaters. The city also has a high number of Medicare-registered physicians, 14 hospitals and 453 pharmacies. It has a low cost of living and relatively affordable memory care costs, which may make it a financially feasible option for seniors and families with budget considerations.
In Columbia, memory support services are typically provided in assisted living facilities authorized to accommodate those who have Alzheimer’s and other memory-related conditions. These facilities meet additional staffing and training requirements beyond standard assisted living facilities, and they implement specialized programming to engage residents and slow the progression of dementia. For this reason, memory care services typically cost 20-30% more than traditional assisted living. No authoritative data sources are available for memory care costs, so the following cost data is based assisted living rates listed in Genworth’s 2019 Cost of Care Survey, plus 25% to account for additional memory care-related monthly fees.
On average, memory care costs in Columbia come in at $4,060 per month. This is several hundred dollars below the statewide average of $4,375 per month and about $1,000 lower than the national average of $5,064, which may make the city a good option for families working with tight budgets.
In general, South Carolina tends to be an affordable state for memory care expenses. In the coastal cities of Hilton Head Island and Myrtle Beach, where living expenses tend to be higher, the cost of memory support exceeds the state average but is comparable to the national average at $5,230 and $5,063 per month. In Greenville, fees average $4,758. In Florence and the Charleston area, care costs are closer to the state average at $4,375 and $4,488 per month, respectively. In Spartanburg, memory support fees average $3,744, and in Sumter, seniors pay just $2,219, making this city one of the least expensive in the nation for memory care.
Central Midlands Area Agency on Aging The Central Midlands Area Agency on Aging provides a wide array of services to area residents aged 60 and over, serving as a single point of contact for accessing local and state-funded services and supports. Services may be provided by the AAA directly or through local partnering nonprofit organizations. Services that seniors can receive through the local AAA include nonemergency medical transportation, congregate meals, case management and information and referrals. The AAA also provides health insurance options counseling with volunteers who are trained to answer questions and provide guidance regarding Medicare, Medicaid, long-term care insurance and prescription drug coverage. 236 Stoneridge Drive, Columbia, SC 29210 (803) 376-5390 |
VA Columbia Regional Office The Veterans Affairs’ Columbia Regional Office administers benefits and services to eligible veterans in the Columbia region. Veterans can receive counseling about eligibility for VA benefits, including disability benefits, the Aid and Attendance benefit and the VA pension, along with information on how to apply. The office also provides information about VA healthcare and memorial benefits. 6437 Garners Ferry Road, Columbia, SC 29209 (803) 647-2488 |
Alzheimer’s Association South Carolina Chapter The Alzheimer’s Association’s Midlands Area office is located in Columbia and is staffed with counselors who can help seniors and their families connect with dementia resources, services and supports. The chapter offers a wide array of services, including education programs, caregiver support groups and early-stage social engagement activities for those recently diagnosed with dementia. It also serves as an advocate for the needs and rights of those living with Alzheimer’s, including those who reside in long-term care facilities. 140 Stoneridge Drive, Suite 210, Columbia, SC 29210 (803) 791-3430 |
Alzheimer’s Resource Coordination Center The Alzheimer’s Resource Coordination Center is a division of the South Carolina Department on Aging. This center oversees the development and implementation of services and supports for those living with dementia. Some of its initiatives include the Family Caregiver Support program, free noncriminal legal assistance for seniors, the Senior Medicare Patrol and the Senior Community Service Employment Program. The center also provides Medicare options counseling and has a long-term care ombudsman program, which investigates reports of abuse, helps resolve interpersonal conflicts and ensures memory care residents receive the services that they’re entitled to. 1301 Gervais Street, Suite 350, Columbia SC 29201 (803) 734-9900 https://aging.sc.gov/programs-initiatives/alzheimers-resource-coordination-center-arcc |
Senior Resources Senior Resources is a local nonprofit organization that provides care and services for seniors in the Columbia area. It operates a food co-op program and a senior care pantry, which is stocked with toiletry items. It promotes active living through its Senior Companions and Foster Grandparents programs. Services are provided at no cost or a reduced rate, depending on a client’s ability to pay. 2817 Millwood Avenue, Columbia, SC 29205 (803) 252-7734 |
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