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Assisted Living Communities in Mount Pleasant, SC
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authentic reviews in Mount Pleasant, SC below include Assisted Living facility with 415 reviews. On average in Mount Pleasant, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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Clara
4.0
Review of The Palms of Mt. Pleasant
The Palms of Mount Pleasant was okay, but the rooms were small. It was assisted living where you can pick and choose the assistance that you need. The apartment they showed us was on the third...
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mike.
5.0
Review of Cooper River Assisted Living
The food is very good. The staff is always helpfull
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Kathleen
5.0
Review of Cooper River Assisted Living
My sister is in Cooper River Assisted Living. We looked at it and met with the director. It was clean. The director was very accommodating and informative. We looked at a room that was a corner...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Mount Pleasant, SC and Nearby Cities
Assisted living costs vary greatly throughout the state of South Carolina. At $3,945, Mount Pleasant assisted living facilities costs are slightly above the state average of $3,612 but less than the national average of $4,500. Hilton Head Island has the same cost as the national average, while Myrtle Beach costs slightly more than Mount Pleasant. Sumter and Columbia’s communities both cost less than Mount Pleasant at $2,663 and $3,270 per month, respectively.
Mount Pleasant
$3,945
South Carolina
$3,612
United States
$4,500
Hilton Head Island
$4,500
Sumter
$2,663
Myrtle Beach
$4,070
Columbia
$3,270
Paying for Assisted Living in Mount Pleasant
The cost of assisted living in Mount Pleasant is $3,945 per month. This cost includes housing and care and can vary from one community to the next depending on the amount of care an individual requires and their choice of housing.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Mount Pleasant
Financial help is available for seniors who need help paying for community residential care facilities in Mount Pleasant and the state of South Carolina through the State’s Medicaid Plan. Eligible individuals must meet all Medicaid program requirements and must receive the optional state supplement (OSS) to the federal Supplemental Security Income program (SSI). The OSS provides payments for room and board, however, family cannot contribute to to get a private room.
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 Living in Mount Pleasant, SC
Other long-term care costs vary in comparison to assisted living. In-home care and home health care both cost about $1,000 more per month, with home health care offering limited medical assistance. Adult day health care is the least expensive option at roughly $2,700 less than assisted living per month, while a semiprivate room in a nursing home is the costliest at $3,500 more.
In-Home Care
$5,005
Home Health Care
$5,005
Adult Day Health Care
$1,381
Assisted Living Facility
$3,945
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$7,513
Free Assisted Living Resources in Mount Pleasant
Seniors living in Mount Pleasant can obtain information on a variety of free programs to improve their overall quality of life. These services range from public to private assistance for everything from fitness to educational materials.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant Senior Center | (843) 856-2166 | The Mount Pleasant Senior Center is a community gathering spot for older adults aged 50 and older. The center offers social, educational, recreational and wellness activities, including group exercise, board games, dominoes, dance classes and organized outings to areas of interest both in town and in neighboring cities. Seniors can also learn about technology through smartphone workshops and weekly computer lab classes. |
| Trident Area Agency on Aging | (843) 554-2275 | The Trident Area Agency on Aging provides programs and services that aim to help seniors in the area live longer, healthier and more productive lives. The agency offers family caregiver support and information and referrals for long-term planning and financial assistance. |
| South Carolina Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (843) 554-2280 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman advocates for seniors who live in long-term care facilities by investigating complaints and working toward a resolution. The ombudsman also serves as a voice for older adults at the state, local and federal government levels and works to promote community awareness and involvement in the needs of older adults in the community. |
| GetCareSC | (800) 868-9095 | GetCareSC is an online information and referral service for seniors throughout the state. Seniors may filter the search results by food and nutrition, emergency financial assistance, insurance counseling and transportation. The site also offers information on state-assisted living and nursing homes. |
| I-CARE Insurance Counseling Assistance and Referrals | (866) 365-8110 | I-CARE provides individual counseling to older adults who are navigating the state's insurance options. The agency provides help with Medicaid and Medicare and offers advice on supplemental insurance. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant 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.
