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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Aiken, SC
The cost of independent living in Aiken is about $3,666 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options. Read 100 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Augusta, Evans and North Augusta.
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We have been very pleased with the facility and care at Silver Bluff Grove. Felt the best connection [name removed] (staff who toured us and helped us get set up), liked the facility, layout, set up and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Silver Bluff Grove Senior Living is home to the best: those who live here, and those who care for them. Simple kindness abounds, as does respect, and the celebration of each individual life with the dignity it has earned.At Silver Bluff Grove, we know that residents who can no longer live...
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The staff (CNA) that I have met are extremely nice, friendly and caring. [name removed] has been very unhappy with the food. When I ask [name removed] about the food, she always says it's not good. She...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Hitchcock Place is located in Aiken, South Carolina right in the heart of town. We have three parks within two miles of our community and visiting them is a popular afternoon outing for our residents. We also make regular trips to the nearby Centre South Shopping Center to enjoy the many...
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I moved my brother (I live in Texas) from [removed] to The place at Shadow Oaks after 1 yr at [removed]. From a monetary standpoint, this was a HIGHLY efficient move. From a humanitarian standpoint, the care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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I would recommend this facility to others. It is beautiful and cheerful and all of the residents that I have talked with say that they like it. They have not been open long and I get the feeling that they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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The staff members at Benton House are a five plus, the value is good despite COVID. The cleanliness and helpfulness of the staff members in the beginning really stood out to us. They do all types of fun...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what make Benton House of Aiken the most desired in the...
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The staff at Cumberland is very professional and always helpful. The staff does an excellent job of keeping track of the people and there needs. I am so glad we have my Mother in such a safe place. ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cumberland Village provides a lifestyle that allows you to enjoy life to the fullest while providing security and peace of mind. At Cumberland Village, relax and know that whatever you choose to do each day is by choice rather than necessity. It's your time to enjoy life to its fullest. Our...
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I've recommend Hills of Cumberland Village to two people and one person has moved their dad in and he's there now. They've had a change of staff, the people working has been really changing a lot lately....
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Hills of Cumberland Village assisted living facility located in Aiken South Carolina is the perfect choice for those senior adults who require assistance in order to maintain their independence and dignity. Personalized care plans are tailored to provide the proper balance between assistance...
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With key help from " A Place for Mom" (Mike Sharpe) to locate options in a large geographic area (places in Charleston or in Aiken, SC), I eventually arranged in early June for my 81 year old mothers living...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Aiken Grand Apartments is senior housing located among the shade trees of Warrenville, Aiken County, South Carolina. We are a 55 year and older Senior Community for independent living. The wide open blue skies and fresh air are always free, and the surrounding landscaping offers plenty of places...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of independent living in Aiken, SC
The average cost of senior living in Aiken is $3,666 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Saluda, SC with an average of $2,301 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Aiken, SC vs. nearby cities
Aiken, SC
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Aiken, SC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Aiken vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Aiken, SC by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Aiken
Recent reviews for independent living in Aiken
The Place at Shadow Oaks in Aiken, SC
5.0
We were very pleased with The Place at Shadow Oaks... My brother seemed to be comfortable there and was well taken care of. He has very limited funds ...therefore we can’t use them frequently. But it is wonderful though to be offered respite for short term care.
Aiken Grand Apartments in Warrenville, SC
4.5
I highly recommend Village Senior Apartments to any
senior individual interested in a quiet environment
in which to enhance his or her peace of mind and
spiritual development. Security features of
the property assure residents that our safety needs
are a major priority of management. I ...
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Thrive at Augusta in Martinez, GA
4.5
We were very pleased with the community. They took very good care of my relative that was there. Everything was first class. The attention, room, and space were all good.
Due to the pandemic the only problem I had was the visitation schedule.
Aiken independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Aiken independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Aiken, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Aiken independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Aiken partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
32.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Aiken independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Aiken communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
35.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Aiken independent living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Aiken offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.7%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.7%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.7%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
37%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.7%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
46.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Silver Bluff Grove Senior Living, Hammond Square and Sodalis Martinez are the top-rated independent living facilities near Aiken, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 17 independent living facilities near Aiken, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Aiken, South Carolina are Sodalis Martinez and Hitchcock Square. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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