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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Richland County, SC

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for assisted living in Richland County, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Richland County or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Richland County.

From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Richland County for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 23 assisted living facilities in the Richland County area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Lexington, Sumter or Calhoun.

Richland County Assisted Living Facilities | 324 Reviews

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Average starting price of Assisted Living in Richland County, SC is $3,901/month. Learn more
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Assisted Living

Average starting price $3,901/month
Average starting price $3,996/month
Average starting price $3,996/month
Average starting price $3,398/month
Average starting price $2,474/month
Average starting price $2,069/month
Recent reviews of Assisted Living in Richland County, SC
The Legacy of Lexington
3.6

My Dad was there for such a short time we did not get very acquainted with the staff. Those we did interact with were very friendly and helpful.

Brookdale Columbia
4.9

I chose the community due to close to my home and the staff was welcoming. The cost was reasonable for my Dads needs now and in the future along with the cleanness.

Forest Lake Manor in Columbia, SC
4.1

People were really good to mama ..Clean with lots to do. Just didnt like paying for services not provided. Mama had a broken arm. So help would have been good.

Forest Lake Manor

4405 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29206

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9.4
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75 reviews

Staff is nice, office not as helpful with paperwork, insurance as would like. Activities pretty nice. Not a diverse population of residents. Mostly white females… haven’t been happy with level of attention...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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In a beautiful homestead with an expansive Southern-style front porch, you'll find Forest Lake Manor, a family-style senior community. Enjoy a quiet walk in the courtyard, relax with friends by the fountain, or visit with family in the dayroom. Located in the heart of Forest Acres, Forest Lake...

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Merrill Gardens at Columbia

2205 Gregg St, Columbia, SC 29201

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.2
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34 reviews

She likes it but doesn't love it. It's pricey for what you receive. She does seem to be more active there and has church every Wednesday. The staff are 50/50 it depends on who you have working.

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Merrill Gardens at Columbia is a new senior living community offering independent living and memory care. We are located next to Segra Park, home of the Columbia Fireflies, one mile from the State House and downtown. We offer luxury senior living in the heart of revitalized BullStreet District....

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Brookdale Columbia

251 Springtree Drive, Columbia, SC 29223

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9.0
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34 reviews

We are very pleased with Brookdale.Everyone here does their best to make our mother feel comfortable as she has to adjust to her new home.The staff is friendly to our family as we visit with our mother each...

Provides: Assisted Living
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The Greatest AdventureTucked away in a beautiful building in Columbia, South Carolina, you can experience a retirement rich in luxury amenities and spacious accommodations. With personalized care plans, an action-packed events calendar and a warm and friendly group of residents, you may think you...

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Harmony at Columbia

2300 Clemson Rd, Columbia, SC 29229

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8.9
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57 reviews

I would tell a friend my mother has been very pleased with Harmony independent living. She's found a group a ladies she enjoys. The staff is very friendly. Communication through email to the billing office...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to The Harmony Collection at ColumbiaIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Columbia, South Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support,...

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Wildewood Downs Retirement Community

731 Polo Rd., Columbia, SC 29223

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8.0
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39 reviews

This is a great community and you should come and visit. They have activities like art work, work out classes, walking, dinner parties, movies, bridge and more for the residents to do. I even entered a...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Personalized assisted living services are designed for individuals who are no longer safe or comfortable living alone or without medical supervision nearby. These residents may require various levels of assistance with activities of daily living (ADL) from medication management to assistance with...

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Mill Creek Manor

651 Polo Rd, Columbia, SC 29223

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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38 reviews

I recently had the opportunity to visit Mill Creek Manor Nursing Home, and I wanted to share my impressions based on my experience. Staff: The staff at Mill Creek Manor truly stand out. From the moment I...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to Mill Creek Manor Independent, Assisted Living, & Memory Care, located in beautiful Columbia, SCMill Creek Manor is conveniently located to dining, shopping, and surrounded by beautiful Sesquicentennial Park.Here at Mill Creek Manor we provide a senior living neighborhood with the...

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Carolina Gardens at Kathwood

4520 Trenholm Road, Columbia, SC 29206

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16 reviews

My mother in law is still adjusting to living at this community. The staff have been fabulous and have helped every step of the way. The entire staff watch out for her. She likes the food and they do offer...

Provides: Assisted Living

Carolina Gardens at Kathwood is an assisted living and memory care community in Columbia, South Carolina. Located in the capital city of Columbia, our residents enjoy unparalleled access to fine shopping, dining and medical facilities. Columbia is a historic city with a thriving downtown area,...

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Palmettos of Parklane

7811 Parklane Rd, Columbia, SC 29223

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9 reviews

After visiting several places in the Columbia area, I made the decision to place my dear friend at The Palmettos. That was in March 2020. Two and a half years later, I am still confident that I made the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

The Haven in the Summit

3 Summit Terrace, Columbia, SC 29229

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19 reviews

My Aunt has been at the Haven for around seven months. She came from another place where she had UTI's all the time. We are still paying bills from those. Here she has not had one. The place is set up...

Provides: Memory Care

We are a 60 bed secured Alzheimer's and Dementia Care community. We promote independence and choice. We have 3 unique neighborhoods where residents are placed dependent on their personal level of cognitive function. This way their neighbors are understanding to each other because they are at the...

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The Palmettos of Parklane

7301 Parklane Road, Columbia, SC 29223

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

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The Palmettos of Parklane

7301 Parklane Road, Columbia, SC 29223

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Highlands Senior Living Columbia

4112 Hartford St, Columbia, SC 29204

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Williams Community Care Home

7705 Richard St, Columbia, SC 29209

1 review

Williams community care is a loving caring place

Provides: Assisted Living

Rice Estate

100 Finley Rd, Columbia, SC 29203

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Mary's Residential Care Facility #2

633 Sharpe Rd., Columbia, SC 29203

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Vitality Living Columbia

1951 Clemson Rd, Columbia, SC 29229

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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15
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Vitality Living Columbia

1951 Clemson Rd, Columbia, SC 29229

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
5
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15
15 Floor plans available
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Walters' Retirement Home

823 Duke Ave, Columbia, SC 29203

Provides: Assisted Living

Walters' Retirement Home

823 Duke Ave, Columbia, SC 29203

Provides: Assisted Living

Walters Residential Care

821 Duke Ave, Columbia, SC 29203

Provides: Assisted Living

SC Episcopal Home at Still Hopes

1 Still Hopes Drive, West Columbia, SC 29169

1 review

This community offers good care and the staff are very friendly. This is a fancy community and a little more expensive than other communities we looked at. Unfortunately this community was out of our loved...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes

Laurel Crest

100 Joseph Walker Dr, West Columbia, SC 29169

1 review

Laurel Crest is more expensive, but they had better care than where my loved one is now. The staff to resident ratio was better here and we got much more personalized care. They pay attention the the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Laurel Crest

100 Joseph Walker Drive, West Columbia, SC 29169

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Cost of assisted living in Richland County, SC

The average cost of senior living in Richland County is 3,901 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sumter, SC with an average of 3,296 per month.

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What is assisted living?

Assisted living is long-term care for seniors who are generally active and independent, but who require increased supervision and help with some daily tasks. Staff can assist residents with activities of daily living like dressing, bathing, and medication management. Assisted living is also a good option for seniors seeking more socialization. Services and amenities in assisted living facilities often include:

  • Housekeeping
  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Help with personal care
  • Laundry
  • Social activities and outings
  • 24-hour emergency response
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The Colonial at Old Camden, Fairforest Grove Senior Living and Harbison Shores are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Richland County, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 23 assisted living facilities near Richland County, South Carolina. See the full list.

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