Mount Pleasant is a small city to the northeast of Charleston, South Carolina, along the Atlantic Coast. Comfortable weather, low crime rates and excellent medical care make the area an ideal place for seniors to retire. In fact, seniors make up nearly 17% of the population.
There are six assisted living facilities in Mount Pleasant and five more nearby for older adults looking for residential care options. Genworth Financial reports that these facilities have an average monthly cost of $3,945, which is slightly higher than the state average but lower than most other cities across the nation. Assisted living communities provide varying levels of care for seniors who prefer a low-maintenance way of life. They offer assistance with daily living, hot meals, room and board, and social activities.
This guide covers a brief overview of Mount Pleasant, a comparison with the cost of assisted living communities in nearby cities and a list of resources that help improve the overall quality of life of seniors in the area.