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Photo of Silver Bluff Grove Senior Living
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9.6
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9.6
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35 reviews
5 star
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31%
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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.
Silver Bluff Grove Senior Living is home to the best: those who live here, and those who care for them. Simple kindness abounds, as does respect, and the celebration of each individual life with the dignity it has earned.At Silver Bluff Grove, we know that residents who can no longer live...
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9.0
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36 reviews
9.0
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36 reviews
5 star
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31%
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8%
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3%
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The staff (CNA) that I have met are extremely nice, friendly and caring. [name removed] has been very unhappy with the food. When I ask [name removed] about the food, she always says it's not good. She...
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.
Hitchcock Place is located in Aiken, South Carolina right in the heart of town. We have three parks within two miles of our community and visiting them is a popular afternoon outing for our residents. We also make regular trips to the nearby Centre South Shopping Center to enjoy the many...
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33 Floor plans available
8.9
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3 reviews
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I would recommend this facility to others. It is beautiful and cheerful and all of the residents that I have talked with say that they like it. They have not been open long and I get the feeling that they...
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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33 Floor plans available
8.9
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I would recommend this facility to others. It is beautiful and cheerful and all of the residents that I have talked with say that they like it. They have not been open long and I get the feeling that they...
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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The staff members at Benton House are a five plus, the value is good despite COVID. The cleanliness and helpfulness of the staff members in the beginning really stood out to us. They do all types of fun...
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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what make Benton House of Aiken the most desired in the...
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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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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.
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.
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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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
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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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.
Photo of Rumph's Residential Care
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.
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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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.
Photo of Trinity on Laurens
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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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.
Photo of Mattie C Hall Health Care Ctr
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.

Cost of independent living in Elko, SC

The average cost of senior living in Elko is $4,255 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Perry, SC with an average of $2,684 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elko, SC vs. nearby cities

Elko, SC
$4,255/mo
$3,759/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elko, SC vs. the state and national average

Elko, SC
$4,255/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elko vs. other types of senior living

$4,544/mo
Independent Living
$4,255/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Elko, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$2,883/mo
Studio
$4,190/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,883/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,600/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Elko

Recent reviews for independent living in Elko

Benton House of Aiken

5.0
We chose Benton House over others we looked into because I was most impressed by the team of management of the facility. I had confidence in the place after getting to know them. The room sizes here are perfectly adequate, they had two room sizes available for the same price. I have eaten here ...
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Hitchcock Square in Aiken, SC

5.0
Families had a great time sharing breakfast with their loved ones. Pancakes, bacon, and eggs were served along with coffee and juices. The staff, as usual, were attentive to us all. I enjoy the activities that Hitchcock Square provide for the people staying there.

Silver Bluff Grove Senior Living in Aiken, SC

3.9
We have been very pleased with the facility and care at Silver Bluff Grove. Felt the best connection [name removed] (staff who toured us and helped us get set up), liked the facility, layout, set up and interaction with memory care patients.

Elko independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elko independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elko, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elko independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Elko partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elko, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.6%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Elko independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Elko communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elko, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elko independent 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 independent living communities in Elko offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elko, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.2%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.2%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
27.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
40%
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Silver Bluff Grove Senior Living, Hitchcock Square and Oaks at Aiken are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elko, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 15 independent living facilities near Elko, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Elko, South Carolina are Hitchcock Square. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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