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The 5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Richland County, SC for 2024

The average cost of memory care in Richland County is $5,354 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,500. Cheaper rated regions include ...

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Memory Care Facilities in Richland County, SC

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Richland County

Located in central South Carolina, Richland County’s population of 384,504 includes over 37,000 seniors in the 65 and older age bracket. Some of these seniors may be among the 89,000 South Carolina residents who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. There are five memory care facilities in Richland County to care for these seniors.

Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) and Community Residential Care Facilities (CRCFs), as memory care facilities are known in Richland County and the rest of South Carolina, are licensed and regulated by the Board of Health and Environmental Control, Division of Licensing.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in

  • The overall cost of living in Richland County ranks 91.6 on a scale where 100 represents the U.S. median. Groceries, housing and transportation also rank lower than the average, although healthcare ranks slightly higher at 104. Seniors living in the county may find that the lower grocery and transportation costs help offset their healthcare expenses.
  • Crime rates in Richland County are higher than the national average. On a scale where 100 represents the areas with the most crime, the county ranks 57.5 for violent crime and 54.2 for property crime, compared to the national averages of 31.1 and 38.1, respectively. Although these crime rates may not affect seniors living in secure facilities, families relocating to the area might want to keep them in mind.
  • Richland County does not tax social security income and only partially taxes pensions and retirement savings account income, as per South Carolina’s tax laws. These tax savings might benefit seniors by leaving more money in their wallets for healthcare expenses.
  • Summer highs in Richland County climb to 93 degrees, while winter lows drop down to 34. Although Sperling’s Comfort Index gives the county a rank of 74 out of 100 which is higher than the national average of 54, the hot, humid summers might be hard on seniors who mind the heat.

Paying for Memory Care in Richland County

Memory Care costs in Richland County start around $5,454 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 Richland 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

Lancaster County

$6,275

US

$5,694

Richland County

$5,454

Kershaw County

$5,211

Lexington County

$4,747

Darlington County

$4,715

Aiken County

$3,495

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Richland 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 Richland County

Richland 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 Richland County, please visit our Memory Care in South Carolina page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Richland County

Richland 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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Peg

I visited this facility

Review of Harmony at Columbia

I like the convenience of Harmony at Columbia to where we live now. However, it's right on a busy road. It's right alongside Clemson Road. As far as someone leaving the premises, I don't know the...

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Nick

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

Review of Harmony at Columbia

My relative moved into Harmony at Columbia 2 weeks ago. It is very well-kept, and everything is freshly painted. There are no offensive odors in the place. It looks like a nice hotel. The staff...

Provider response

Thank you for your kind words. We strive to provide a caring, loving environment at our communities and we appreciate your trust in caring for your loved one. If you ever need anything please don’t...

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April

I visited this facility

Review of Harmony at Columbia

The Harmony at Columbia was a very good community. The amenities were nice. The staff was also nice and it was a beautiful facility. Everyone that we came in contact with was very friendly and very...

Provider response

Hi April, Thank you so much for your kind words. While I am happy to hear that you had such a positive experience with our community, I am sorry to hear that we were not the right fit. I would...

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