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If your loved one needs memory care in Forest Acres, A Place for Mom can help. With 28 memory care facilities in Forest Acres, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Forest Acres incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Forest Acres memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Forest Acres, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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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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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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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1515 Floor plans available
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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1515 Floor plans available
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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Cost of memory care in Forest Acres, SC

The average cost of senior living in Forest Acres is $4,012 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Summit, SC with an average of $3,608 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Forest Acres, SC vs. nearby cities

Forest Acres, SC
$4,012/mo
$3,997/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Forest Acres, SC vs. the state and national average

Forest Acres, SC
$4,012/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Forest Acres vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,012/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Forest Acres, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,015/mo
Studio
$4,369/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,423/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,949/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,780/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Forest Acres over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Forest Acres

Recent reviews for memory care in Forest Acres

The Legacy of Lexington

3.6
My Dad was there for such a short time we did not get very acquainted with the staff. Those we did interact with were very friendly and helpful.

Brookdale Columbia

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.

Pines Columbia in West Columbia, SC

5.0
My dad passed away in August. The Pines was wonderful to him. Very caring kind staff. They were always well staffed, we never felt like they were short handed. The staff really tries to grant all requests no matter how big or small. The public bathroom could be updated/repaired to have a more ...
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Forest Acres review score based on 105 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 105 reviews of 26 Forest Acres memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Forest Acres review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Forest Acres review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Forest Acres, SC26 facilities
8.6
Arcadia Lakes, SC28 facilities
8.6
Columbia, SC25 facilities

Review subcategories for Forest Acres memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 105 reviews of 26 Forest Acres memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Forest Acres resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Forest Acres, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.7
4.0
Activities
3.7
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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Forest Acres memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest Acres memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest Acres, 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 Forest Acres memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Forest Acres that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forest Acres, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.8%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.5%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.7%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.7%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.3%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.8%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.7%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.8%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.9%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Forest Acres memory care

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 Forest Acres Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forest Acres, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.3%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.6%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.4%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.2%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forest Acres memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Forest Acres partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest Acres, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.1%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.6%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
27.6%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.1%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.2%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest Acres memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Forest Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest Acres, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.5%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.8%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest Acres memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Forest Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest Acres, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.9%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.1%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.1%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.8%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.9%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.3%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.9%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.9%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
37.9%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
20.7%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.9%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.9%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Forest Lake Manor and Harbison Shores are the top-rated memory care facilities near Forest Acres, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 28 memory care facilities near Forest Acres, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Forest Acres, South Carolina are Fairforest Grove Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 28 memory care facilities near you in Forest Acres, South Carolina typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Forest Acres, South Carolina, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Forest Acres, South Carolina, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Forest Acres, South Carolina ranges from $1700 to $7450. The average Memory Care cost in Forest Acres, South Carolina is $4,012. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Forest Acres, South Carolina typically starts at $1700. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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