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Memory Care in Easley, South Carolina

Easley is a South Carolina city with about 23,000 inhabitants, and 20% of its population is 65 or older. Alzheimer's and other types of dementia are increasingly widespread medical issues. Every year in America, more and more seniors are diagnosed with and die from dementia. Easley is no exception and is losing an increasing number of its residents to these diseases. According to the Centers for Disease Control, Alzheimer's-related deaths in Easley rose from 74 in 2014 to 102 in 2018, a 37.8% increase. By comparison, the overall death rate only rose by 7.6% during the same period. In other words, deaths related to Alzheimer's have increased close to five times faster than the overall mortality rate. Without a doubt, Alzheimer’s is a growing public health issue in Easley.

If your loved one is dealing with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia, help is available. Memory care communities in Easley offer specialized programs, therapies and care to help seniors with dementia live safely and slow cognitive decline. In this guide, we'll cover the livability of Easley for seniors, the cost of memory care and resources for those living with dementia. It also provides a directory of memory care communities in the city.




The SeniorScore for Easley, SC


Easley has a SeniorScore of 70, slightly lower than the South Carolina and national averages of 72. Among the four categories that make up a SeniorScore, Easley scores the highest in Finances and General Quality of Life, scoring 70 and 64 respectively.

When it comes to Finances, Easley offers a significantly lower property tax rate and a very low overall cost of living compared to the national averages, making it especially attractive to seniors on a limited budget. While the assisted living cost in this city is average compared to national figures, its home health care and nursing home costs are below average, and its adult daycare cost is very low compared to national numbers. For those looking for affordable senior care services, Easley is an excellent choice. General Quality of Life is another category in which this city scores a high mark. With a low population density, mild average temperatures, warm summers and very mild winters, Easley offers an idyllic living environment for seniors who prefer a balmy climate with minimum snowfall.

This city scores the lowest in Recreation & Leisure partly because, at 27% of the population, seniors make up a low proportion of Easley's residents. But with 49 golf courses and four parks in and around the city, seniors have plenty of options for recreation and leisure. This city scores a low mark in the Health & Safety category partially due to its low number of home health care providers. However, seniors can choose from 42 senior living facilities and five hospitals in and around the area, and there's a large number of Medicare-registered physicians within the city limits.


 
 

Memory Care Costs in Easley, SC


In Easley, memory care services can be found in specialized care units in assisted living communities. These units typically offer 24/7 staff trained in dementia care and specially designed neighborhoods with secure indoor and outdoor spaces, visual cues and easily navigable floor plans to encourage seniors to explore their surroundings independently while ensuring their safety. These communities may also provide specialized cognitive health programs, such as memory boxes, life stations, physical and speech therapies and multisensory stimulations. For the above reasons, memory care services usually cost 20-30% more than traditional assisted living. There are no authoritative sources that provide nationwide memory care cost data, so the following fees are based on Genworth's 2020 Cost of Care Survey plus 25%.


At an average monthly cost of $3,500, Easley is one of the cheapest cities in South Carolina and the country for memory care. This figure is about 30% lower than the state average and 35% lower than the national average. Exact prices charged by memory care communities in Easley can be higher or lower depending on the amenities and services offered.

  • Easley: $3,500
  • South Carolina: $4,985
  • National: $5,375

The cost of memory care in Easley is significantly cheaper than in most cities in South Carolina. In Spartanburg, prices are substantially higher at $5,119 per month. Further east in Florence, memory care is even more expensive averaging $5,204 per month. Monthly costs average $5,374 in Columbia. Prices are also high in Myrtle Beach and Charleston, averaging $5,775 and $4,500 respectively. At $6,844 per month, Hilton Head Island is the most expensive city for memory care, while Sumter is the cheapest at $2,750.

  • Easley: $3,500
  • Spartanburg: $5,119
  • Florence: $5,204
  • Columbia: $5,374
  • Myrtle Beach: $5,775
  • Sumter: $2,750
  • Charleston: $4,500
  • Hilton Head Island: $6,844

Note: Data for Easley was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Greenville, was used instead



Top Memory Care Communities in Easley, South Carolina



Westminster Senior Living - Greenville, SC

Westminster Senior Living

11 E Augusta Pl

Greenville, SC 29605

1-855-240-2530

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Located in the Haynie-Sirrine neighborhood, Westminster is a senior care facility in Greenville, South Carolina. With an average family income of $40,241, the facility is in a generally middle income area. It is densely populated, with about 35,000 ...

11 miles away from Easley, SC

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The Woodlands at Furman - Greenville, SC

The Woodlands at Furman

1500 Trailhead Ct

Greenville, SC 29617

1-855-224-5130

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Located at 1500 Trailhead Ct, The Woodlands at Furman is a senior housing facility serving Greenville, South Carolina. The community is in a generally middle income area, with an average household income of $36,057. With roughly 27,000 individuals ...

11 miles away from Easley, SC

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Shepherd's Care Center - Greenville, SC

Shepherd's Care Center

2100 N Pleasantburg Dr

Greenville, SC 29609

1-855-222-1541

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Shepherd's Care Center is a senior care community located near the Greenline - Spartanburg area of Greenville, South Carolina. With around 29,000 individuals living in the 29609 zip code, the neighboring area is heavily populated. It is a ...

13 miles away from Easley, SC

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Brookdale Greenville - Greenville, SC

Brookdale Greenville

1306 Pelham Rd

Greenville, SC 29609

1-855-229-7494

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Brookdale Greenville is a senior housing community serving residents 55 and over located near by the Wade Hampton neighborhood of Greenville, South Carolina. The encompassing area is densely populated, with about 29,000 residents in the 29609 zip code. ...

13 miles away from Easley, SC

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Haywood Estates - Greenville, SC

Haywood Estates

1180 Haywood Rd

Greenville, SC 29615

1-855-238-4376

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Located within the Wade Hampton neighborhood, Haywood Estates is a senior housing facility serving Greenville, South Carolina. The community is in a mostly middle income area, with a median per-household income of $53,729. It is densely populated, with ...

14 miles away from Easley, SC

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Free Senior Resources in Easley, SC


Appalachian Council of Governments

As the Area Agency on Aging for Easley and surrounding areas, this office offers a referral program with trained counselors who assess the needs of seniors with memory loss and refer them to appropriate services. The Long Term Care Ombudsman Program protects the rights of vulnerable seniors living in memory care facilities by investigating complaints and mediating on behalf of residents.

This agency also advocates for the rights of older adults and offers educational programs for them and their families. The State Health Insurance Assistance Program provides certified benefits counselors to help seniors choose the most suitable Medicare and Medicaid plans, appeal claim decisions and apply for eligible subsidy programs.

30 Century Circle, Greenville, SC 29607
(305) 670-6500
https://www.scacog.org/

Clemson Institute for Engaged Aging – Brain Health Club

The Brain Health Club provides a safe environment to fulfill the emotional and social needs of those with dementia and their families. Seniors can participate in arts and crafts, group singing, reminiscence therapy, brain games, word puzzles, fitness classes and community service projects. Education and information on dementia and Alzheimer’s are available.

This club is open Monday and Wednesday afternoons from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Admission into the program is based on an initial interview with the director.

298 Memorial Drive, Seneca, SC 29672
(864) 507-2254
https://pcmow.org/programs/clemson-institute-for-engaged-aging-brain-health-club/

Young at Heart

Seniors maintain a healthy lifestyle in the Young at Heart program by participating in inexpensive group lunches and social activities. Annual membership, open to adults 55 and older, is $20 for individuals and $30 for couples. Lunch is served Monday to Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the McKissick Center. While diners are encouraged to share in the cost of their meals, no one will be denied due to their inability to pay. Each meal costs $3 for seniors over 60 and $5 for those under 60. Takeouts are available for $5 each. Seniors need to reserve their meals by 2:30 p.m. the day before dining.

Members can also participate in fitness classes, arts and crafts, games, music and dance, social circles, field trips and educational programs.

349 Edgemont Ave., Liberty, SC 29657
(864) 712-0289
https://pcmow.org/programs/young-at-heart-liberty/

Alzheimer's Association Greenville Area Office

For seniors with memory impairment and their families, this organization offers support groups led by trained volunteers and education programs on dementia warning signs, living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia diagnosis and communication techniques. It operates a 24-hour hotline with professional staff providing one-on-one care consultations and assistance in developing personalized care plans.

123 Antrim Drive, Greenville, SC 29607
(800) 272-3900
https://www.alz.org/sc

Extra Help

Extra Help is a financial assistance program, worth about $5,100 per year, that reduces Medicare prescription drug premiums, annual deductibles and copayments for those with limited financial means. To qualify, seniors must be receiving Medicare and meet the requirements for income and financial resources. Applications can be made online, over the phone or at a local Social Security office.

319 Pelham Road, Greenville, SC 29615
(800) 772-1213
https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/medicare/prescriptionhelp.html

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