Assisted Living Facilities in Orangeburg, SC

Named after the Prince of Orange of Great Britain in the 18th century, the city of Orangeburg is the seat of its namesake county and home to more than 13,000 residents. Although this city trends toward a younger population, 14.5% of the residents are aged 65 and older. Its inexpensive cost of living, sunny weather and robust local resources make it an attractive location for seniors. 

Many of Orangeburg’s senior residents can enjoy a high quality of life in the city’s assisted living communities. In addition to room and board, these facilities provide assistance with daily activities, including bathing, grooming, laundry, medication reminders and light housekeeping. According to Genworth Financial’s Cost of Care Survey for 2020, the average cost for assisted living in Orangeburg is $2,200, making it one of the most affordable places for this type of care in the state and country. 

More detailed information about the cost of assisted living in Orangeburg compared to other cities and types of care is available in this guide. Seniors and families can also benefit from the free resources listed in this guide. 

Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Orangeburg, SC

Longwood Plantation

1687 Longwood Dr., Orangeburg, SC, 29118

5 reviews

Longwood Plantation had friendly administration and large rooms. The thing I was not happy with was it didn’t seem like the residents were engaged in any activities. Their location is important to me, … (read more)

Longwood Plantation had friendly administration and large rooms. The thing I was not happy with was it didn’t seem like the residents were engaged in any activities. Their location is important to me, there were other places that I liked better but there were further away. There were other places where the residents were more engaged, but they were further away from me. I just saw four people watching TV there, that was it. They were in the middle of a renovation because they had things out of place, but that doesn’t mean that it would always be that way. So that’s not a reason to mark them down. The staff who gave the tour was good, helpful and kind. I didn’t have a problem with that at all. Because they were updating, so that would make it nice, and the rooms were pretty large so that was good. I’ve seen other places that had more security though. The doors to most of the residents’ rooms were unlocked, so I could see residents wandering into someone else’s room. So I didn’t feel like that was that secure. But their outside tours, you had to ring to get in. (read less)

Longwood Plantation had friendly administration and large rooms. The thing I was not happy with was it didn’t seem like the residents were engaged in any activities. Their location is important to me, … (read more)

Longwood Plantation had friendly administration and large rooms. The thing I was not happy with was it didn’t seem like the residents were engaged in any activities. Their location is important to me, there were other places that I liked better but there were further away. There were other places where the residents were more engaged, but they were further away from me. I just saw four people watching TV there, that was it. They were in the middle of a renovation because they had things out of place, but that doesn’t mean that it would always be that way. So that’s not a reason to mark them down. The staff who gave the tour was good, helpful and kind. I didn’t have a problem with that at all. Because they were updating, so that would make it nice, and the rooms were pretty large so that was good. I’ve seen other places that had more security though. The doors to most of the residents’ rooms were unlocked, so I could see residents wandering into someone else’s room. So I didn’t feel like that was that secure. But their outside tours, you had to ring to get in. (read less)

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The Oaks of Orangeburg

1000 Methodist Oaks Drive, Orangeburg, SC, 29115

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Morningside of Orangeburg

2306 Riverbank Drive, Orangeburg, SC, 29118

13 reviews

Morningside of Orangeburg looks like a nice place for someone who can take care of themselves and might need a little bit of assistance. Unfortunately, my dad needs a lot of assistance, so he’s not a … (read more)

Morningside of Orangeburg looks like a nice place for someone who can take care of themselves and might need a little bit of assistance. Unfortunately, my dad needs a lot of assistance, so he’s not a good candidate to stay there. However, if I needed somewhere to go just to be around some folks, and I could take care of myself and everything, I wouldn’t think twice about going there. It looked pretty nice to me, but it’s not a full-care nursing home. They’ll help you with some things, but they’re only limited to what they can do. The staff seemed pretty nice and the meals looked good. It’s just the whole setting, the sitting area and all felt comfortable. You can go in and just kind of sit and relax and chat. The dining area looked nice. Some of the rooms are smaller apartments, and some are just regular rooms with lesser amenities, but it just felt more homey to me. Not only that, but it’s also in a good location in Orangeburg to be able to get in and out without having to worry about a ton of traffic. The older folks that were there were sitting down and eating, they were having fun chatting, and the food they were having looked good. It’s a pretty good-looking brick building, and outside its fixed up pretty good. It makes you feel safe when you get in there. The shrubbery is well trimmed, the grass is cut, and everything looks good. The parking area has enough parking space. It’s really conducive to going in and letting an elderly person out for a drive. There’s also a little area there that you can drive under if it’s raining or something like that. As far as the building itself, it was well laid out. The staff member that I met seemed like they’re very dedicated to what they were doing and like they were interested with the people. The residents there seemed to enjoy talking to them, and there was a good intercourse between the residents and the staff. (read less)

Morningside of Orangeburg looks like a nice place for someone who can take care of themselves and might need a little bit of assistance. Unfortunately, my dad needs a lot of assistance, so he’s not a … (read more)

Morningside of Orangeburg looks like a nice place for someone who can take care of themselves and might need a little bit of assistance. Unfortunately, my dad needs a lot of assistance, so he’s not a good candidate to stay there. However, if I needed somewhere to go just to be around some folks, and I could take care of myself and everything, I wouldn’t think twice about going there. It looked pretty nice to me, but it’s not a full-care nursing home. They’ll help you with some things, but they’re only limited to what they can do. The staff seemed pretty nice and the meals looked good. It’s just the whole setting, the sitting area and all felt comfortable. You can go in and just kind of sit and relax and chat. The dining area looked nice. Some of the rooms are smaller apartments, and some are just regular rooms with lesser amenities, but it just felt more homey to me. Not only that, but it’s also in a good location in Orangeburg to be able to get in and out without having to worry about a ton of traffic. The older folks that were there were sitting down and eating, they were having fun chatting, and the food they were having looked good. It’s a pretty good-looking brick building, and outside its fixed up pretty good. It makes you feel safe when you get in there. The shrubbery is well trimmed, the grass is cut, and everything looks good. The parking area has enough parking space. It’s really conducive to going in and letting an elderly person out for a drive. There’s also a little area there that you can drive under if it’s raining or something like that. As far as the building itself, it was well laid out. The staff member that I met seemed like they’re very dedicated to what they were doing and like they were interested with the people. The residents there seemed to enjoy talking to them, and there was a good intercourse between the residents and the staff. (read less)

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The Oaks of Orangeburg

1000 Methodist Oaks Drive, Orangeburg, SC, 29116

10 reviews

Our first choice was The Oaks of Orangeburg, but it wasn’t affordable for us. As a whole, the place was amazing. It was nice, clean, the staff was nice, very friendly, and even if it wasn’t the place … (read more)

Our first choice was The Oaks of Orangeburg, but it wasn’t affordable for us. As a whole, the place was amazing. It was nice, clean, the staff was nice, very friendly, and even if it wasn’t the place I could go, they were helpful in trying to find other places. They had things like a microwave and a small refrigerator, and it was nice. They have a pond or a little lake area. (read less)

Our first choice was The Oaks of Orangeburg, but it wasn’t affordable for us. As a whole, the place was amazing. It was nice, clean, the staff was nice, very friendly, and even if it wasn’t the place … (read more)

Our first choice was The Oaks of Orangeburg, but it wasn’t affordable for us. As a whole, the place was amazing. It was nice, clean, the staff was nice, very friendly, and even if it wasn’t the place I could go, they were helpful in trying to find other places. They had things like a microwave and a small refrigerator, and it was nice. They have a pond or a little lake area. (read less)

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Orangeburg

Assisted living facilities in Orangeburg, which are legally recognized as Community Residential Care Facilities, are licensed and regulated by the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control. The exact text of the law is located in Regulation 61-84.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Orangeburg

• Orangeburg is one of the most affordable places for seniors to live in South Carolina. Overall living costs are 27% lower than the national average and 15.5% lower than the state average. These numbers are reflected in the city’s inexpensive assisted living costs, which are some of the lowest in the state.
• Affordable living costs in Orangeburg are complemented by South Carolina’s senior-friendly tax policies. Adults aged 65 and older receive a $15,000 deduction on all forms of income. All earnings from social security benefits are exempt from state tax, making it easier for lower-income residents to afford care.
• Compared to state and national averages, rates of violent and property crime are high in Orangeburg. Assisted living facilities in the city are able to give families peace of mind despite this situation by implementing security features. Many facilities have controlled access points, perimeter fencing and video surveillance. 
• Despite getting 47 inches of rain per year, which is nine inches more than the national average, Orangeburg has a warm climate with an above-average number of sunny days per year, which is appealing to many active seniors. Snowfall in the area occurs once every few years in very small amounts. 
• Orangeburg County is a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. This means that the county government for Orangeburg aims to improve the community so that the quality of life for seniors and residents of all ages is better. 
• Seniors able to access public transportation can use the Downtown Orangeburg Circulator bus service to get around the city. There is also a Cross County Connection service that helps rural residents get to the city for medical appointments or other needs. 

Paying for Assisted Living in Orangeburg

The average cost of assisted living in Orangeburg is $2,200 per month. The national average is $4,300 per month, and the average for South Carolina is $3,988 per month. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Orangeburg has very low assisted living costs when compared to nearby cities in South Carolina. Charleston has the second least expensive rates in the area at $3,600 per month, which is $1,400 per month more than Orangeburg. Columbia is just half an hour from Orangeburg and has an average monthly rate of $4,299. The prices in Myrtle Beach are even higher at an average of $4,620 per month. To the north, in Florence, the average cost for assisted living is $4,163 per month.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living is a very affordable option for seniors in Orangeburg when compared to other types of care. The estimated cost of adult day health care is less, but it does not include room and board. Homemaker services and home health aides cost $3,909 per month when accounting for 44 hours of help per week. Nursing homes offer a higher level of medical care and supervision than assisted living communities, so they cost quite a bit more: $6,083 per month for a semiprivate room and $6,388 per month for a private room. 

Note: Care cost data for Orangeburg was not available, so data for the closest city, Sumter, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Orangeburg

Orangeburg 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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Orangeburg

City, county and state governments offer a wide range of free services that can improve the lives of seniors in Orangeburg. These programs provide everything from financial assistance to general information about long-term care options in the community. 

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Orangeburg

Orangeburg-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.