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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Horry County, SC for 2024

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Horry County

Horry County, South Carolina, is home to popular tourist destination Myrtle Beach as well as a booming senior population — 23 percent of its 333,268 residents are aged 65 and older. Seven memory care facilities provide specialized care for Horry County residents who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.

Memory care for South Carolina’s 89,000 residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia is delivered in Community Residential Care Facilities          (CRCFs). In addition, some assisted living facilities in Horry County may also be equipped with Alzheimer’s Special Care Units (SCUs). These units offer residents assistance with daily living needs while providing structured social activities and basic medical and healthcare.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in

  • Horry County has a coastal climate, with January lows reaching 34 degrees F and July highs hitting 91 degrees Fahrenheit with 212 average sunny days per year. Because temperatures and humidity can become excessive at times, it’s always a smart move to ask prospective memory care staff about precautions they use to keep residents comfortable and safe.
  • The cost of living in Horry County is 6.3 percent lower than the U.S. average, making it easier to put more money toward needed healthcare services and assisted living.
  • South Carolina boasts some of the lowest property taxes in the United States. Residents do not pay tax on Social Security retirement benefits, and the state offers a $15,000 deduction on other types of retirement income, which can be beneficial for families that need to budget for memory care.
  • The crime rate in Horry County is 70.9 percent, which is more than double the U.S. average of 31.1 percent. Most memory care facilities protect residents' safety with the use of surveillance cameras and security systems.

Paying for Memory Care in Horry County

Memory Care costs in Horry County start around $4,450 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Horry County and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Counties in South Carolina

Brunswick County

$6,757

Florence County

$6,300

US

$5,694

Georgetown County

$5,157

New Hanover County

$4,930

Darlington County

$4,715

Horry County

$4,450

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Horry County

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

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in South Carolina page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Horry County

Horry County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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 memory care resources in Horry County, please visit our Memory Care in South Carolina page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Horry County

Horry County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in South Carolina are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in South Carolina page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Melissa

I visited this facility

Review of Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living

I toured Myrtle Beach Grove Senior Living and I liked it the most, but I thought this was perfect until I found out that they have a roommate, basically and I don't want that. It was beautiful. The...

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Melissa

I visited this facility

Review of Anderson Oaks Assisted Living

I toured Anderson Oaks Assisted Living. My tour was with Justin. He was the executive director, a very nice young man, very informative. He worked in the ward that had veterans that not only had...

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S.S.02

I visited this facility

Review of Reflections Assisted Living

Reflections Assisted Living was very nice. It was small, but they had everything. I liked the place where it was. It was a nice spot. It was very clean. They had a very nice outside area, like a...

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