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Carriage House Senior Living is an assisted living community in Sumter Carolina easily accessible from Highway 95. We are convenient to neighboring townships from Lakewood to Woodrow. Our assisted living community is located near a major bus line and we provide ample parking for residents and...
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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.
Carriage House Senior Living is an assisted living community in Sumter Carolina easily accessible from Highway 95. We are convenient to neighboring townships from Lakewood to Woodrow. Our assisted living community is located near a major bus line and we provide ample parking for residents and...
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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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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 mom likes this community and is very pleased with everything. We like that they have a lot of things to keep the residents involved and active. Mom doesn't like the food, but maybe because she was a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
The Carolinian offers both Independent Retirement Living and Assisted Living . We have spacious studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments with full kitchens that make life simple and worry free. You can truly enjoy your retirement years among friends relaxing, reading, traveling or...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
Photo of Palmetto Ridge
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.
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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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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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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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Photo of Manor House II of Scranton
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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.
Photo of Chesterfield Active Day Ctr
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 assisted living in Alcot, SC

The average cost of senior living in Alcot is $3,631 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chesterfield, SC with an average of $2,761 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alcot, SC vs. nearby cities

Alcot, SC
$3,631/mo
$3,309/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alcot, SC vs. the state and national average

Alcot, SC
$3,631/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alcot vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,631/mo
$3,682/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Alcot, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,112/mo
Studio
$4,547/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,803/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,182/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Alcot over time

Alcot, SCSC stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Alcot, SC

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What families are saying about assisted living in Alcot

Recent reviews for assisted living in Alcot

The Carolinian in Florence, SC

4.0
Everything is going well for my mother since her move to this community. She is doing well, and I'am pleased with all they have done for us. This community is working out pretty well for us, and it is a good place with kind people.

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.

Forest Lake Manor in Columbia, SC

4.1
People were really good to mama ..Clean with lots to do. Just didnt like paying for services not provided. Mama had a broken arm. So help would have been good.

Alcot review score based on 108 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 108 reviews of 80 Alcot assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Alcot review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Alcot review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Alcot, SC80 facilities
8.6
Bishopville, SC103 facilities
7.8
Lamar, SC18 facilities

Review subcategories for Alcot assisted living

When assisted living 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 108 reviews of 80 Alcot assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Alcot resident and family assisted living 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.
Alcot, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Alcot assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Alcot 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
30.8%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20.2%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
76.9%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
76.9%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
30.8%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.9%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
24%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
24%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Alcot assisted living

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 Alcot Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
29.8%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.7%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alcot assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alcot 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
13.5%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.3%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
16.3%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.6%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.8%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Alcot assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alcot communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alcot, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.7%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.1%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
16.3%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.8%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alcot assisted 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 assisted living communities in Alcot offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.6%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.9%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.2%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.8%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.4%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.4%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.3%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.2%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
21.2%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
13.5%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
4.8%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.3%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Alcot

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about South Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Alcot protect seniors.

Learn about South Carolina Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

The Colonial at Old Camden, Forest Lake Manor and Florence Place are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Alcot, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 96 assisted living facilities near Alcot, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Alcot, South Carolina are The Colonial at Old Camden. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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