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

 

Part of the Columbia metropolitan area, Irmo sits in Lexington and Richland Counties on an area of about 7 square miles. It ranks among the most budget-friendly places in the nation for assisted living services, with local facilities charging a monthly median rate of $3,270. Seniors considering care in this region have 21 assisted living facilities to choose from, promoting access to care at varying price points.

Overall, assisted living facilities in the Irmo region have an average quality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars stars. We base this rating on 253 reviews reviews from residents and family members, helping you assess local options.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Irmo

In Irmo, assisted living facilities officially obtain licensing as community residential care facilities, and they follow minimum standards set by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control. This department requires annual licensing and inspections, and it sets minimum standards for the types of staff facilities must have, along with the scope of services they provide.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Irmo

 

  • Irmo doesn’t have a hospital, but local assisted living residents can obtain care at Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, which sits just 2 miles away in Columbia. This 76-bed hospital has a team of 600 members and specializes in intensive care, surgical services and diagnostic care. Additionally, it earned national recognition for its Nurses Improving Care for Health system Elders program, highlighting its high-quality services for seniors.

 

  • AARP South Carolina promotes access to resources and information to seniors in Irmo, helping them make important decisions regarding long-term care and stay up-to-date on issues related to money management, targeted scams and legislation that affects them. It also hosts in-person and virtual events for Irmo residents, including age-friendly fitness classes, free movie screenings and exclusive volunteer opportunities.

 

  • South Carolina doesn’t tax Social Security benefits, and it has a deduction of up to $10,000 on any other form of retirement income for those aged 65 and over, helping many seniors afford assisted living costs in Irmo. The sales tax rate exceeds national norms at 8%, but the state doesn’t have a tax on grocery items or medications, saving seniors money on common living expenses.

 

  • Irmo offers affordability for prospective assisted living residents, featuring an overall cost of living that runs 3.7% below the national norm. Residents spend about 20% less on food and housing and 17% less on utilities, and health care expenses run 28% below the national benchmark. This promotes competitive assisted living costs and benefits those with fixed incomes.

 

  • Crime occurs more often in Irmo than in a typical U.S. city, with the community reporting 38 incidents per 1,000 people. This puts it in the bottom 6% of U.S. communities and 26% of South Carolina cities for safety, and its crime rate runs very high compared to typical rates in cities with its population size. This may make assisted living facilities, many of which feature security gates and high-security locks, a preferred option over living in a private residence.

Paying for Assisted Living in Irmo

 

In Irmo, seniors pay a typical monthly rate of $3,270 for assisted living.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living rates in Irmo come in at $3,270, offering a $340 savings over the state norm and a $1,230 reduction over the national median. Although rates in Sumter run lower than in Irmo at $2,663, other nearby cities tend to have more expensive care. For example, seniors in Florence pay $186 more than residents in Irmo for services. Similarly, care costs in Charleton run higher at $3,945, and in Myrtle Beach, residents pay $4,070.

Irmo

$3,270

South Carolina

$3,612

United States

$4,500

Sumter

$2,663

Florence

$3,456

Charleston

$3,945

Myrtle Beach

$4,070

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living residents in Irmo pay $3,270 monthly for long-term care, making this one of the most economically priced options for daily assistance. By comparison, seniors who arrange private care services in their homes pay $4,385. This rate applies to non medical in-home care services, such as help with bathing and dressing, along with skilled home health care services, such as wound care and disease monitoring. Nursing home care, which includes 24-hour medical support and supervision, exceeds assisted living costs at $7,300, although seniors who obtain nonresidential adult day health care pay lower rates of $1,376 for personal care and skilled nursing services in a daytime community setting.

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 Irmo was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Columbia, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Irmo

The South Carolina Medicaid State Plan provides assistance to eligible seniors to pay for an assisted living facility. In order to receive help, seniors should meet all Medicaid program criteria and should already be receiving the Optional State Supplement (OSS) to the federal Supplemental Security Income payment (SSI). Family supplementation is not allowed to pay for a private room.

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 Irmo

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

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Irmo

 

Irmo 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.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in South Carolina

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Natanna

I visited this facility

Review of Harbison Shores

My friend likes Harbison Shores. She is leaning towards this place. I like that the staff were very friendly. I was really impressed with the size of the rooms and the friendliness of the people....

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Alice

I visited this facility

Review of Generations of Irmo

I'm interested with Generations of Irmo. It looks very nice. They are updating it so that it doesn't look dark and dreary. They have some amenities like all the rest. They have six meals a day...

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Marlene

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

Review of Generations of Irmo

Mom is at Generations of Irmo. They seem to be pretty aware of her condition and they let me know about anything. They serve home cooked meals there. They go to church and they do painting. They...

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