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We moved our Mother to Cedar Plantation from another facility. The moment we walked into the facility we knew we had made the right decision. Light, Bright, Large Rooms, Friendly, Attentive and Caring staff....
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.
If you are in the Metter, Georgia area, Cedar Plantation is a wonderful assisted living community designed for individuals who want to live independently but find it unsafe to be on their own. We have a full dining hall available to every one of our residents so that you can enjoy cooked meals at...
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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.
Buckingham South Buckingham South is a senior living community located in Savannah, Georgia. Our residents and their guests get to enjoy the elegant beauty of Savannah, and we incorporate all of that beauty into the layout of our community. Buckingham South is a quaint place to live that offers...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage provides an intimate, home-like setting with programs and services designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory impairments. Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage offers private and companion suites in a comfortable neighborhood environment....
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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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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, 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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
JZC Personal Care HomeJZC Personal Care Home is a residential care home in Savannah, GA, located in Chatham County. Savannah is filled with cobblestone streets, a magnificent emerald tree canopy, and unique buildings that can only be found in this southern city. Because of its year-round warm...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Shadowmoss Plantation Memory Care is located in Savannah, Georgia.  Our beautiful community specializes in Alzheimer's and Dementia.  We are a secured building of only 34 spacious apartments with private baths.  We also offer day care and respite as well.  Shadowmoss...
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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.
The Griffin House is a small, family owned facility which allows us to provide quality, personalized attention to each of our residents.  We understand that each person has different needs and our plan of care is flexible to accommodate each resident.  Our facility has a home-like atmosphere 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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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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I'am still getting adjusted to this community, but so far everything is working out well. They do a good job with keeping the community nice and clean. They have the best staff here, they are always willing...
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.

Cost of assisted living in Shirley, SC

The average cost of senior living in Shirley is $3,657 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ehrhardt, SC with an average of $2,728 per month.

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

Shirley, SC
$3,657/mo
$3,683/mo
$3,704/mo

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

Shirley, SC
$3,657/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,657/mo
$3,979/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,808/mo
Studio
$4,314/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,559/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,082/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shirley, SC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Shirley.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shirley

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shirley

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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Lakeview Manor in Springfield, GA

5.0
Lakeview Manor is a beautiful location with a warm and welcoming staff. Our family selected Lakeview based on its' friendly, family atmosphere. Our senior family members settled in within the first week, enjoying new friends and activities.

Canterfield of Bluffton in Ridgeland, SC

5.0
Amazing care staff, great director

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Engaging activities and social opportunities. Several reviews mention the importance of socialization and activities for residents at various communities, such as Oaks at Pooler and Social at Savannah. Activities like bingo, movie nights, trivia, outings, and arts and crafts help keep residents active and engaged.
Friendly and caring staff. Numerous reviews highlight the compassionate and caring nature of staff members at communities like Oaks at Beaufort, Legacy Savannah Quarters, and Sunabella. Families express appreciation for the long-term relationships they have developed with community caregivers.
Varied meal options and quality dining experiences. Residents and their families frequently praise the quality of the meals and dining experiences at places like Oaks at Savannah and The Palmettos. Chefs accommodate resident dietary restrictions and individual preferences, making mealtimes enjoyable and satisfying.
Well-maintained facilities with a homelike atmosphere. Reviews often mention the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, such as Harmony at Savannah and Village Cove Assisted Living. Residents and their families appreciate the cozy, homelike atmosphere that these communities provide.
Personalized care plans and attention to individual needs. Families appreciate the individualized care plans and attention to residents' specific needs at communities like the Oaks in Savannah and The Social at Savannah. Staff members work closely with residents and their loved ones to ensure care is tailored to each person.
Open communication and responsiveness from management. Reviews highlight the importance of clear and effective communication between families and community staff, such as Oaks at Beaufort and The Palmettos. Managers and staff members are receptive to concerns and work to address them promptly and professionally.
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Shirley review score based on 147 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 147 reviews of 59 Shirley assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shirley 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

Shirley review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Shirley, SC59 facilities
8.0
Scotia, SC68 facilities
8.0
Furman, SC67 facilities

Review subcategories for Shirley 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 147 reviews of 59 Shirley assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shirley 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.
Shirley, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.6
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Shirley assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shirley assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shirley, 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 Shirley 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 Shirley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shirley, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.1%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.6%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.9%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.6%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.7%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.7%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.9%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.4%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.4%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shirley 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 Shirley Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shirley, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.1%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.7%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.2%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.1%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shirley 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 Shirley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shirley, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.1%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
39.1%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.8%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Shirley 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 Shirley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shirley, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.9%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.4%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
29.7%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.9%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shirley 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 Shirley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shirley, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.1%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.3%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.9%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.8%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.9%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.6%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.1%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
42.2%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
25%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shirley

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 Shirley protect seniors.

Learn about South Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Helena Square, Sunabella at Savannah and The Social at Savannah are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shirley, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 69 assisted living facilities near Shirley, South Carolina. See the full list.

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