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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Greer, SC for 2024

 

Located northwest of Greenville, Greer is a midsize city with theaters, restaurants and outdoor recreational opportunities. Seniors comprise about 13.3% of the city's 42,090 residents. This demographic may be attracted to Greer's low cost of living, mild climate with minimal annual snowfall and affordable health care. Local medical care can be accessed at Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital, which is part of the largest health care system in South Carolina. 

Greer is also home to several high-quality assisted living communities, which offer long-term residential care for mostly independent seniors who require some daily living assistance. These communities provide a range of amenities and services, including daily meals, social activities and 24-hour trained staff to help with personal care tasks. In Greer, residents pay about $3,600 per month for care, which is nearly equivalent to South Carolina's statewide average but lower than the national median. 

This guide reviews the pros and cons of living in Greer and compares local senior care costs to those in surrounding cities. Additionally, readers can learn what resources are available to help them navigate long-term care options. 

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Greer

The state's Board of Health and Environmental Control Division of Health Licensing monitors and licenses assisted living communities in Greer and throughout the state. Through this agency, seniors can find a list of licensed communities and other resources, including the resident bill of rights and staff criminal record checks.  

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Greer

 

  • South Carolina offers many tax benefits for seniors. Those aged 65 and older may be eligible for an income tax deduction of up to $15,000. Additionally, Social Security and railroad retirement benefits aren't taxed by the state, giving seniors some extra funds to use toward assisted living costs. 
  • Although the cost of living in Greer is slightly higher than the statewide average, it's nearly 7% less than the national median. Residents also have access to lower prices for utilities and transportation compared to state figures. Additionally, assisted living communities offer fixed monthly rates, which may help with affordability. 
  • Based on a 100-point index, health care costs in Greer are about 1% lower than the national average. There are also 253 physicians available per 100,000 people, which is higher than the national median of 210, giving seniors more options for medical services. 
  • Greer is home to two local hospitals and in proximity to several other facilities in Greenville. Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital is an award-winning facility offering numerous primary and specialty medical services, while Pelham Medical Center has 48 beds and a 24-hour emergency department. 
  • Greer experiences 222 sunny days per year, which is higher than the U.S. average of 205 days. The city has a mild temperate climate with warm temperatures that reach the 90s during the summer and mild winters with only about 3 inches of annual snowfall. 
  • Based on a 100-point index, Greer has lower violent crime but higher property crime rates than national averages. Greer ranks at 21.6 for violent crime and 41.5 for property crime, while the United States ranks at 22.7 and 35.4. However, assisted living communities typically have security features and 24-hour staff to help residents feel safer. 

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Greer

Assisted living in Greer costs about $3,600 per month, but this price can vary depending on a community's location, amenities and services. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Seniors in Greer pay $3,600 per month for assisted living, which is $12 less than South Carolina's statewide average and $900 less than the national median. Charleston and Greenville also carry higher monthly rates than Greer at $3,945 and $3,743, respectively. Prices drop in Columbia, where seniors pay $3,270 per month for care, and in Sumter, which offers assisted living for about $937 less than Greer. 

Greer

$3,600

South Carolina

$3,612

United States

$4,500

Charleston

$3,945

Greenville

$3,743

Columbia

$3,270

Sumter

$2,663

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Adult day health care is one of the most affordable senior care options in Greer at $1,408 per month. Seniors wishing to age at home pay more for home care at $4,076 or home health care at $4,172 than those who opt for assisted living. While assisted living costs $3,600 per month, seniors can spend about $3,092 more for 24-hour skilled nursing care at a nursing home. 

In-Home Care

$4,076

Home Health Care

$4,172

Adult Day Health Care

$1,408

Assisted Living Facility

$3,600

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,692

Note: Data for Greer was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Spartanburg, was used instead. 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Greer

Anyone looking for financial assistance with assisted living in South Carolina will want to consider the Community Choices Waiver. This Medicaid program provides assistance with daily living for seniors who would otherwise require a nursing home.

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

Financial Assistance in South Carolina

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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Greer

Greer 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 Greer, please visit our Assisted Living in South Carolina page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Greer

 

Greer 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 our Assisted Living in South Carolina page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in South Carolina

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