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Located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Seneca offers beautiful parks and small-town charm. A rejuvenated downtown district offers a unique selection of shops, restaurants and service providers, and botanical gardens and museums provide age-friendly entertainment throughout the year. Warm weather and modest crime rates support an active lifestyle, and the city’s low cost of living makes it a practical option for seniors, an age group that makes up a fifth of the city’s 9,000 residents.
Seneca also has several assisted living facilities for seniors. These facilities offer housing, daily meals and recreational activities for older adults who are relatively active but need assistance with some daily chores and routines. Facilities also have teams of caregivers who administer individualized care plans, and many have on-site amenities, such as beauty salons and convenience stores. On average, seniors in Seneca pay $3,743 per month for care, which is a little higher than South Carolina's norm of $3,612 but hundreds of dollars lower than the national average of $4,500.Â
This guide provides more information on assisted living in Seneca, including details on how these facilities are regulated and a list of resources that serve current and prospective residents.Â