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Assisted Living Communities in Aiken, South Carolina

Located in the heart of Aiken County, where 48 assisted living facilities serve seniors, Aiken sits about 20 miles outside Augusta, GA, and close to U.S. Route 1 and U.S. Route 78. As of 2024, seniors in this city pay around $4,748 monthly for assisted living. Although this rate surpasses South Carolina’s median of $4,650, it offers hundreds of dollars in savings over the U.S. norm of $5,350.

In the following guide, we note an average consumer satisfaction score of 4.4 out of 5 stars stars among local assisted living facilities. Read through the 248 reviews reviews below to learn more about this rating.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Aiken’s assisted living communities set monthly rates near $4,748, according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This amount outpaces the state norm of $4,650 but falls below the national median of $5,350. Local rates run lower than costs in Columbia, where facilities charge about $500 more, and fees in Sumter hover near $5,389.

Aiken

$4,748

South Carolina

$4,650

United States

$5,350

Hilton Head Island

$5,350

Charleston

$4,023

Sumter

$5,389

Columbia

$5,223

Paying for Assisted Living in Aiken

The data published in the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows Aiken to be one of the most affordable locations in South Carolina for seniors in assisted living facilities. At $3,090, fees are below the averages for the state and the country. They’re also lower than some of South Carolina’s most populous cities, such as Columbia, where the average fee is $4,299, and Savannah, where it’s $5,475. An exception is Greenville, where fees are typically $2,800 per month.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Aiken

Aiken and the state of South Carolina provide public assistance for seniors who need help paying for an assisted living facility through the Medicaid State Plan. Eligibility for the program is open to seniors over the age of 60 who meet all Medicaid program criteria and those who are receiving the Optional State Supplement (OSS) to the federal Supplemental Security Income program (SSI). Family supplementation for private rooms is not allowed.

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

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.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

In Aiken, assisted living residents pay around $4,748 per month, making this long-term care option cost-effective compared to nonresidential and institutional solutions. For example, seniors who choose in-home care or home health care pay about $1,000 more, and nursing homes charge approximately $7,604 for shared housing units.

In-Home Care

$5,720

Home Health Care

$5,720

Assisted Living Facility

$4,748

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$7,604

Note: Since data for Aiken is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Augusta, GA, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Aiken

Aiken’s seniors can call on the support of numerous organizations and agencies dedicated to supporting residents in their later years. These resources show how to get support if a care provider fails to provide quality care, where to get free and low-cost transport to travel around the city and how to get medical assistance if the senior is a veteran.

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Long-Term Care Ombudsman(800) 868-9095The Long-Term Care Ombudsman is a division of the South Carolina Department of Aging that advocates for the rights of seniors residing in care homes. The ombudsman's role involves raising standards within the state's residential care facilities and educating seniors about their rights. Additionally, ombudsmen investigate complaints made by seniors, their families and third parties and attempt to resolve them on the complainant's behalf.
Dana's Recovery Room(803) 634-9638Located within Immanuel Baptist Church in nearby North Augusta, Dana's Recovery Room provides gently used and refurbished medical equipment for those in need. All loaned equipment is free of charge. Examples of what's available include wheelchairs, walkers, blood pressure monitors, shower benches and bedside toilets. However, as the church depends on donations, the equipment required may not be available at the time of the senior's request.
Aiken VA Clinic(706) 733-0188Aiken VA Clinic is a primary care facility for U.S. military veterans, their spouses and dependents. It also has a cardiology department with surgeons who perform cardiovascular surgeries. Additionally, the mental health department can assist with a wide range of psychological issues and there's a weight management resource for those with eating issues. Although not housed within the building, the area's veteran services officer can help seniors apply for the state and federal benefits to which they're entitled.
Lower Savannah Council of Governments(866) 845-1550Lower Savannah Council of Governments operates the Aging, Disability and Transportation Resource Center. Some of the center's benefits for seniors include access to legal advisors to help with noncriminal matters, such as protection from possible elder abuse and exploitation. The center also helps finance various transit services in the area, which provide low-cost transportation options for older and disabled residents.

What to Consider About Assisted Living in Aiken

The Bureau of Health Facility Licensing, a division of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, regulates and licenses assisted living facilities in the state. Its work includes making unannounced inspections and liaising with other departments, such as the Long-Term Care Ombudsman, to ensure facilities continue to operate at a high standard.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Aiken

  • Aiken’s average cost of living index of 85.7 is below the 88.5 average for South Carolina and the 100 average for the country. This suggests seniors’ incomes can go further in the city, despite health costs being above average, as most other costs are lower than normal.
  • Winter in Aiken can be cold, with the average temperature in January being around 34 degrees. However, for most of the year, the weather is fine, rising to around 92 degrees for most of July. Rainfall is above normal, at 48 inches per year, but the benefit is above-average water quality and soil packed with enough nutrients to keep the surrounding landscape rich and green.
  • Aiken’s crime statistics don’t reflect well on the city. Violent crime is above the state average by just over half a percentage point, while property crime is almost 20 points higher. Seniors worried about these figures may want to consider neighborhoods with statistically less crime, such as Springdale and College Acres. Those considering assisted living may be pleased to know that many include surveillance cameras and security features as standard.
  • Aiken Regional Medical Centers, rated high-performing by U.S. News & World Report, is the primary health care facility in the city. There are also a significant number of Medicare-registered physicians and other health professionals, ensuring seniors have greater choice over who manages their health care. Within a 30-minute journey, seniors also have access to Augusta’s many hospitals, such as Augusta University Medical Center
  • South Carolina’s senior-friendly approach to taxation ensures retirees on Social Security don’t need to pay state taxes on their benefits. Additionally, retirees aged 65 and older receiving income from their own plans can deduct up to $10,000 of their annual income.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Aiken

Aiken-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in South Carolina are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in South Carolina page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Rick9

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Review of Oaks at Aiken

We toured Oaks at Aiken. That was way too big, too much. It had many levels of floors, like a casino major hotel. It wouldn't be for my dad. It's actually made by people who make hotels. That's...

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Rick9

I visited this facility

Review of Hitchcock Square

We toured Hitchcock Square. There were a lot of employees I did see there. It seemed very nice that we're working with some of the people. When we got there, they were just starting bingo with some...

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Richard

I visited this facility

Review of Silver Bluff Grove Senior Living

We toured Silver Bluff Grove Senior Living. It was a small facility, which was nice. It's one level, and it seems that it was maintained very well. They had a lot of activities for the clients...

Provider response

Hello! We want to thank you for leaving a positive review with us. Here at Silver Bluff Grove Senior Living, we strive to give our residents, family members, and staff excellent care. We hope to...

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