Caring.com
Caring.com

(800) 558-0653

The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Boiling Springs, SC for 2024

 

Named for a once-active geyser, the town is a vibrant home to about 10,000 people, 14.2% of whom are seniors ages 65 and up. Boiling Springs offers its senior community a low cost of living and below-average health care costs. Urgent medical care is readily available at the local AFC Urgent Care Bon Secours, with more specialized care available at Spartanburg Medical Center only a short drive away.

Seniors sometimes struggle as they try to balance their medical needs with household tasks. When this threatens to become overwhelming, they may choose to move into an assisted living community. Assisted living offers 24-hour support, help with personal care, housekeeping, laundry services and meals. Most communities also have a calendar filled with activities to help seniors remain active and engaged. Seniors in Boiling Springs will pay about $3,600 per month for assisted living, which is lower than the national and South Carolina averages.

With this guide, seniors can discover more about assisted living in Boiling Springs. It will cover costs, financial assistance, payment options, characteristics of the city and senior-friendly resources.

What you can do with Caring

  • Search the Caring database

    Quickly search the largest online senior living and senior care directory

  • Read reviews and expert guidance

    Read our authentic consumer reviews and content by experts

  • Speak to a Family Advisor for free

    Guided, expert advice to find the best community or agency for you

  • Take a tour to decide yourself

    We’ll help you book tours or get in touch with local agencies

Assisted Living Facilities in Boiling Springs, South Carolina

13 Results


Pets AllowedPhysical TherapyPool / Hot TubVeterans Benefits

Filters

13 Results

Sort By

Didn't find what you were looking for?

Caring's Family Advisors are here to help you with questions about senior living and care options.

Call us at (855) 948-3865

What to Consider About Assisted Living in Boiling Springs

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control handles licensing and oversight of assisted living communities. Facilities need a license demonstrating that they abide by the state's regulatory laws and provide the best possible service and care. Seniors and their families can access an online database to learn about individual communities.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Boiling Springs

 

  • The overall cost of living in Boiling Springs comes in at 85.9 on an index, setting the national average at 100. Housing, health care and transportation costs also fall below average. Furthermore, the city's cost of living is below the South Carolina state average, making it easier for seniors to balance their budgets.
  • Crime rates in Boiling Springs are problematic, with both violent and property crime rates ranking higher than average. Violent crime falls at 35.7 compared to a national average of 22.7, while property crime comes in at 66.4 compared to the U.S. average of 35.4. The city's assisted living communities are aware of the issue and offer seniors peace of mind with their secured entries, 24-hour staffing and emergency response systems.
  • Boiling Springs' overall climate comfort index score is 7.4 out of 10, which is higher than the U.S. average of 7. While winters can get chilly (and even a little snowy) and summer highs rise up into the lower 90s, spring and autumn are pleasant. Seniors who live in assisted living can often avoid going out in extreme weather and usually have control over the temperature of their own apartment.
  • Boiling Springs has a score of 99.2 on the 100-point health cost index. This means that the city's residents will pay slightly less for health care than the U.S. average.
  • When seniors and other residents of Boiling Springs need health care, they can turn to the Spartanburg Medical Center, which is only about six miles away. This full-service hospital has over 500 physicians and 540 beds. Services include a Level I Trauma Center, orthopedics, cancer care and cardiology. For primary care, the people of Boiling Springs can schedule appointments at the local Medical Group of the Carolinas clinic.

Paying for Assisted Living in Boiling Springs

Seniors in Boiling Springs can expect to pay approximately $3,600 per month for assisted living, although costs can move up or down based on the level of care needed.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living care in Boiling Springs costs significantly less than the national average of $4,500 and just a little below the South Carolina average of $3,612. When compared with prices in other cities, Boiling Springs' rates fall in the middle of the cost spectrum. Myrtle Beach and Charleston are both higher at $4,070 and $3,945. Florence's prices are $144 less than those of Boiling Springs, and Columbia's are lower still at $3,270.

Boiling Springs

$3,600

South Carolina

$3,612

United States

$4,500

Charleston

$3,945

Columbia

$3,270

Myrtle Beach

$4,070

Florence

$3,456

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living care is one of the least expensive options for seniors in Boiling Springs. Those who need more medically oriented care might choose a nursing home for $6,692. Seniors who would prefer to remain at home could select in-home care or home health care for $476 or $572 more than assisted living, respectively. Adult day programs are less expensive than assisted living at $1,408, but they provide fewer services.

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 Boiling Springs was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Spartanburg, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Boiling Springs

Boiling Springs seniors who meet all of the qualifications of the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program except for the maximum income limit may be eligible for South Carolina’s Optional State Supplementation Program (OSS). 

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 Boiling Springs

Boiling Springs 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 Boiling Springs, please visit our Assisted Living in South Carolina page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Boiling Springs

 

Boiling Springs 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

Assisted Living

jelliis2433

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

Review of Wesley Court Assisted Living

My mom has been at Wesley Court for 2 years now. She has made some great friends. The staff is awesome. My mom has a private room and it looks like an efficiency apartment. I have never had any...

Read more

Assisted Living

James

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

Review of Wesley Court Assisted Living

We like everything at Wesley Court Assisted Living and we chose it for my dad. They are great people up there and went above and beyond what they had to do to make sure we understood everything...

Provider response

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. Our residents are our top priority, and we are so pleased you've had a great experience. Thanks again!

Read more

Assisted Living

Stephen

I visited this facility

Review of Wesley Court Assisted Living

We toured Wesley Court Assisted Living. The staff was very informative. She showed me two different rooms. I got to speak with a couple of different residents. Everybody was nice. I happened to run...

Provider response

Thank you for your kind words. I do enjoy my work and this is a great place to work. Our goal is for our residents and families to feel like this their home so that they can feel safe and loved....

Read more

Helpful Articles

Assisted Living near Boiling Springs, SC

SpartanburgGreerGaffneyTaylorsForest CityRutherfordton

Other Options in Boiling Springs, SC

Business Owners

Caring.com

Caring.com is a leading online destination for caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones. We offer thousands of original articles, helpful tools, advice from more than 50 leading experts, a community of caregivers, and a comprehensive directory of caregiving services.

 

The material on this site is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for legal, financial, professional, or medical advice or diagnosis or treatment. By using our website, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Caring.com

Caring.com is a leading online destination for caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones. We offer thousands of original articles, helpful tools, advice from more than 50 leading experts, a community of caregivers, and a comprehensive directory of caregiving services.

 

The material on this site is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for legal, financial, professional, or medical advice or diagnosis or treatment. By using our website, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Our Services

  • Senior Living Directory

  • Senior Care Directory

  • Caregiving Resources

  • Sitemap

  • Terms of Use

  • Privacy Policy


© 2024 Caring, LLC. All rights reserved.