My parents picked Rice Estate. They are independent but really enjoyed the fact that there is 24/7 nursing staff available. The apartments have high ceilings and are a great value for the space. The dining staff are so helpful and kind! The food was fantastic as well! We have not seen the activities but the calendar was full of things to do. The housekeeping staff really keep all areas clean. There is a wonderful library, activity room and a chapel. Rice Estate is faith based and has services every Sunday. It is more like a home and a family setting than an institution.
Rice Estate
Offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Nursing Homes
12 Reviews
100 Finley Road, Columbia, SC 29203
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(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Rice Estate
Independent Living Reviews for Rice Estate
October 25, 2021
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
October 29, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Mom is in Rice Estate, the appearance is good, and the staff is adequate. She enjoys bingo and music concerts. They go on trips sometimes. Her room is a little small but clean and homey. The personnel need more social skills, and they need to improve the food.
December 21, 2017
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Grossly understaffed with mostly a bunch of nurses-for-hire. My loved one's doctor paid minimal attention to his worsening condition, which sent him to the ER (just in time!) with a seriously backed-up bladder that caused damage to his kidneys.
December 18, 2017
I visited this facility
The rooms at Rice Estate were a little smaller, but it was very nice. They had a nice dining room area. They were remodeling the whole top floor of one of their areas, so we didn't get to see one of their beauty salons. They were bringing the people over from one place to another on their little golf carts. The staff was very helpful. The person who toured us around was helpful. They had a lot of activities, but I did not observe any. They are private pay only and don't take any Medicare or Medicaid or insurance, so if you get in there in their nursing facility and run out of money, you get kicked out.
June 06, 2017
I visited this facility
I wasn't really impressed with Rice Estate, and a lot of it was because they were having problems with their employees. The girl who usually did the tour was on maternity leave, and the girl we worked had only been working there for three weeks. I had many questions, and she didn't have any answers. It's not just a retirement community, but they also had assisted living and nursing home care. I didn't really meet any residents whom I would consider were independent living. The ones I saw were more assisted living, and they weren't really sharp, which I wasn't too impressed with. I also didn’t like that you had to pay a large amount of money as a down payment. They had nice rooms and were a good size, and I liked that they had either a balcony or a patio. They had outdoor space, and I did like that. It was also in a very attractive area, and there were a lot of wetlands around it. It was a pretty place.
October 27, 2016
I visited this facility
Rice Estate is a brand new facility. It seemed nice and clean, and most of the staff seemed nice. The residents looked happy. I would say the rooms were clean.
August 24, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My mother-in-law is at Rice Estate, and we think it's a really good place. She's doing well. It's very warm and attractive. The staff is engaged, and she's very happy there. She has a bedroom, a bathroom, and a living area with a kitchenette off of it. I think it's a great place. They have a good activity calendar. They have restaurant-style dining. The best thing is the personality of the staff members. Every staff member I've met is really warm and knows the residents well.
July 20, 2015
I visited this facility
We had a short visit at Rice Estate. The place is very nice and clean. The staff seemed to be really nice. They did have a lot of activities, and the place is a little pricey. The residents that we saw seemed to be happy and well cared for.
February 28, 2013
I am a friend or relative of a resident
Great care at this well appointed Residence that emcompasses Independent, Assisted Living, Memory Unit, Advanced Skilled Nursing and Rehab. The wonderful staff treat the residents like they are their own family. The chef encourages residents to share their favorite choices of meals and fixes them for them. She produces wonderful meals on holidays. The residence is set in a lovely wooded setting, plenty of space to go for walks. I am so pleased with their care of my husband in the Memory Unit and I often have delicious meals with him in the main Dining Room. I have made new friends among the residents and always feel happy to arrive there!
December 16, 2012
I am a friend or relative of a resident
Rice Estates Memory Unit is an excellent facility for a loved one. It is a small unit, I believe 14 is their maximum. My husband has been there for 10 days so far and I am very pleased with the care he is getting and the attractiveness of the place.
Nursing Home Reviews for Rice Estate
June 18, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My mom stayed at Rice Estate for rehab. When she was there it was clean and everybody was very professional. We were very pleased with her care there. The food was excellent, they have generous portions, and there's a good variety. My mom had physical and occupational therapy there. Her room was spacious.
September 21, 2011
I visited this facility
Please dont take this post wrong, Its not a bad place at all, its actually quite pleasant with a great team of staff and they offer assisted living, nursing home, alzheimers care, short term care and more .However, the pricing for this facility is reasonable if you have medicare BUT they do not take medicaid or have veterans benefits. For private nursing care, your looking at around $6000, For semi-private nursing care $5490, assisted care $5490. They have a state average of 7 issues.
Costs for Rice Estate
Services and Amenities of Rice Estate
Costs
- All Inclusive Rent
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Assisted Living Starting At: $4860/month
- Independent Living Starting At: $1997/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Do Offer Companion Suites
General
- Resident Capacity: 70
- Minimum Age: 55
- Pets: Small Pets Allowed
Licenses
- State Licenses: CRC 1075
About Rice Estate
Nestled at the end of a quiet suburban street beneath towering hardwoods overhead and surrounded by wetlands is Rice Estate, a beautiful and welcoming continuing care retirement community. Residents enjoy the calm yet active neighborhood of residents who take advantage of a wealth of life enrichment activities.
As a non-profit ministry, Lutheran Homes of South Carolina’s Rice Estate offers a wide array of retirement and healthcare options to fit current and future needs and lifestyles. Residents have access to independent living, assisted the living, memory support, rehabilitation, long-term care, BeWell Home Services, BeWell@Home, and Lutheran Hospice.
Independent Living
With a variety of spacious apartments to choose from, at Rice Estate the choice is always yours. Choose the colors and options to best match your lifestyle and personality.
Enjoy a leisurely walk along our walking trails around the pond or picnic pavilion. Restore your faith and peace while taking part in our weekly religious services. Savor a delicious, chef-prepared meal with friends in our beautiful dining room. Spend your retirement doing exactly what you love when you want when you call Rice Estate home. Imagine the opportunities that await you as your to-do list evaporates and a calendar of activities and life enrichment programs abound. Allow us to take care of your worries so you can take in all that retirement offers.
As part of Lutheran Homes of South Carolina, Rice Estate believes in offering each resident an engaged and fulfilling experience every day. By providing programs that demonstrate our six dimensions of wellness—physical, spiritual, emotional, intellectual, social, and vocational—every resident can continue to grow and seize every moment.
Assisted Living
At Rice Estate, we believe that our residents deserve quality care, dignity, and freedom to live a fulfilling life. Our Assisted Living residences empower residents to enjoy an appropriate level of independence while maintaining a sense of security with qualified, knowledgeable staff members available at their beck-and-call. Best of all, we’re pet-friendly.
Residents can take advantage of the numerous amenities and conveniences available on campus. Enjoy an afternoon haircut at our on-campus barber shop or beauty salon or savor a delicious meal in the dining room where our chef’s daily menu is easily adaptable for diets or tastes.
Fees for our Assisted Living residences are charged a daily rate plus monthly charges equivalent to the level of assistance required.
What Makes Us Special
We are a faith-based community, that also offers Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing.
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