Greenville offers relatively pleasant weather and a favorable tax system for retirees, plus views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It also has a bustling downtown area that gives seniors many of a city’s conveniences without the hassles of larger metro areas. Those factors have helped draw many seniors to the city, and 13.4% of its 70,720 residents are 65 years of age or above.
Assisted living facilities cater to residents who require help with personal care, housekeeping and other daily necessities. These communities strike a balance between living alone, which may not be feasible for all older adults, and living in nursing facilities, which provide much more supervision. Greenville’s seniors pay an average of $3,743 per month for assisted living. That means Greenville represents a bargain compared to the rest of the country, where the average monthly assisted living rate is $4,500.
This guide covers assisted living in Greenville by detailing how its cost stacks up against other options in the region. It also considers some benefits and drawbacks of senior living in Greenville and provides a look at several resources that aid the region’s older population.