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Assisted Living Communities in Lancaster, South Carolina

Located in the Midlands region of South Carolina in the Charlotte metropolitan area, Lancaster is a charming community noted for...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

With assisted living averaging $4,649 per month, Lancaster is among the priciest cities in South Carolina for this level of care. The majority of cities in the state are more affordable, with facilities in Greenville charging an average of $2,800 for services and those in Sumter charging an average of $2,200. In Florence, average care costs are closer to the national median at $4,163, and in Myrtle Beach, average rates are comparable to Lancaster’s at $4,620.  

Lancaster

$4,649

South Carolina

$3,988

The United States

$4,300

Florence

$4,163

Sumter

$2,200

Greenville

$2,800

Myrtle Beach

$4,620

Paying for Assisted Living in Lancaster

In Lancaster, seniors pay approximately $4,649 per month for assisted living services. This is approximately 17% higher than the state median of $3,988 and 8% higher than the national rate of $4,300, which may be a consideration for those with restrictive budgets.  

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Lancaster

Lancaster 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.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Lancaster

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

Lancaster seniors who live in their own homes generally pay the lowest care costs. The most affordable option is adult day health care, which includes personal care services and recreational activities in a daytime community setting. Homemaker services, which include personal care, cost $3,813 per month, and home health aides, who also provide limited skilled nursing services, charge $4,004. The most intensive care option, nursing home care, is also the most expensive. Nursing home residents in shared rooms pay approximately $7,817 per month, while those in private rooms pay $8,608.  

Homemaker Services

$3,813

Home Health Aide

$4,004

Adult Day Health Care

$1,408

Assisted Living Facility

$4,649

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$7,817

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$8,608

Note: Care cost data for Lancaster was not available, so data for the closest city, Charlotte, NC, was used instead. 

Free Assisted Living Resources in Lancaster

The Lancaster region is home to several nonprofit agencies and organizations that support seniors and provide guidance on care options and age-related issues. Through the following free resources, older adults in the community can connect with social and recreational activities, health insurance options counseling and legal advice.  

ResourceContactService
Lancaster County Council on Aging(803) 285-6956The Lancaster County Council on Aging provides transportation services to older adults to supplement the limited services assisted living facilities provide. The council also operates several senior centers in the county, including Prime Time for Seniors Senior Center in Lancaster. At this location, older adults participate in social and recreational programs, enjoy congregate meals and obtain assistance with accessing services in the community. 
Catawba Area Agency on Aging(803) 329-9670 (800) 662-8330Catawba Area Agency on Aging is funded through the Older Americans Act to provide a range of services to individuals aged 60 and over in Lancaster and the surrounding region. It has health insurance options counselors that provide free, unbiased consultations to answer seniors’ questions regarding Medicare benefits, available Medicare Advantage and Medigap plans, Medicaid and long-term care insurance, which can help seniors find options for paying for assisted living services. The agency also provides congregate meals throughout the region, transportation for medical appointments and information and referral services.  
Veterans Affairs(803) 283-2469The county’s Veterans Affairs Department operates an office in Lancaster, where veterans and their spouses or survivors can access assistance with identifying and applying for local, state and federal benefits. Its staff can screen veterans for eligibility for pension programs, disability compensation and the Aid and Attendance benefit, which may help cover assisted living expenses. The office can also screen veterans for eligibility for memorial benefits and VA health insurance.  
South Carolina Legal Services(803) 327-9001South Carolina Legal Services provides free legal assistance to seniors in Lancaster through its Rock Hill office, which is located about 40 miles away. Seniors can call this office for one-on-one advice and assistance with legal issues related to assisted living, including help with reviewing contracts and understanding services and payment obligations and resolving problems with intake and discharge procedures. The office can also help seniors obtain public benefits that may help cover assisted living services, including Supplemental Security Income, Social Security Disability Insurance and Medicaid.  

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Lancaster

Lancaster-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.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Lancaster

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Michele

I visited this facility

Review of Lancaster Grove Senior Living

Lancaster Grove Senior Living was relatively new. It's very, very clean, very friendly and safe. The staff who assisted me was wonderful. She was very helpful and knowledgeable. I didn't even get...

Provider response

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

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hemos_99

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

Review of Lancaster Grove Senior Living

My dad has been a resident in this facility for over two years. I have been extremely pleased with the staff and the facility itself. I live nearby and stop to visit frequently. I have always found...

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dalej

Other

Review of Lancaster Grove Senior Living

I have had the extreme pleasure of going and spending time with the residents of this location in a professional aspect. I have observed that the staff is extremely courteous to the residents and...

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