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Assisted Living Communities in West Columbia, South Carolina

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in West Columbia, SC below include 47 Assisted Living facilities with 398 reviews. On average in West Columbia, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in West Columbia, SC and Nearby Cities

In West Columbia, assisted living residents pay $3,270 for services and housing, making this city among the most affordable places in the state and nation for care. By comparison, the average monthly rate for care in South Carolina is about 10% higher than in West Columbia, and nationally, seniors pay 38% more than the local norm. Even so, assisted living facilities in Sumter typically charge lower rates of $2,663 for services, although care costs in other cities in the region tend to be higher. For example, in Florence, monthly fees exceed rates in West Columbia at $3,456. In Charleston, monthly fees are 21% higher than in West Columbia, and in Hilton Head Island, rates are 38% higher than the local norm.

West Columbia

$3,270

South Carolina

$3,612

United States

$4,500

Florence

$3,456

Sumter

$2,663

Charleston

$3,945

Hilton Head Island

$4,500

Paying for Assisted Living in West Columbia

 

Assisted living facilities in West Columbia charge approximately $3,270 per month.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in West Columbia

Seniors in West Columbia who meet the state Medicaid income and asset guidelines may be able to get help paying some of the costs of assisted living through the Community Choices Medicaid Waiver program.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in South Carolina page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

 

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

 

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in South Carolina page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in West Columbia, SC

Seniors in West Columbia pay $3,270 per month for assisted living. This rate is economical compared to most senior care alternatives in the city, including nursing home care, which starts at $7,300. Seniors who opt for in-home care or home health care pay about 34% more for services than assisted living residents, plus housing-related expenses. In contrast, adult day health care facilities charge $1,376 per month for daytime services.

In-Home Care

$4,385

Home Health Care

$4,385

Adult Day Health Care

$1,376

Assisted Living Facility

$3,270

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$7,300

Note: Data for West Columbia was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Columbia, was used instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in West Columbia

West Columbia and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in West Columbia, please visit our Assisted Living in South Carolina page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in West Columbia

West Columbia Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in South Carolina are required to follow. Visit ourAssisted Living in South Carolina page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Reviewer#ET0725b

I visited this facility

Review of Jenni-Lynn Senior Living

I toured Jenni-Lynn Senior Living. I think it is older than the other facility. It was just a different environment, different walls, different lighting, and just older stuff. The staff was very...

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Sandra

I visited this facility

Review of Jenni-Lynn Senior Living

I went to Jenni-Lynn Senior Living. It was excellent for all. I think it's in a good location. The staff was awesome. And I saw somebody I hadn't seen in 30 years. I asked if I could visit with...

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DR Ben

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of The Pines at Columbia Assisted Living Community

The rooms are spacious clean and modern appearing. The staff are friendly ,accommodating and communicative. The diet has been well prepared for my cousin who requires a special diet. The cost is...

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