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4520 Trenholm Road, Columbia, SC 29206

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5.0
We like it here
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 a variety of activities. They keep the community clean. We felt the most comfort

About the facility
Carolina Gardens at Kathwood

Carolina Gardens at Kathwood is a retirement community in Columbia, South Carolina. Our assisted living community offers seniors a homey, safe place to enjoy retirement. We also provide a roster of scheduled activities, one-of-a-kind social events, and exciting outings to local shopping and entertainment. Here, you’ll thrive inside a social, vibrant atmosphere without the maintenance and upkeep of a traditional home. Our hospitable staff works hard to deliver a wide assortment of personal and medical services, such as housekeeping and medication reminders, letting you focus on who you are and what you love. You won’t have to worry about a thing - we’ll supply all the fun, meals, and leisure! When you choose Carolina Gardens at Kathwood, you’re choosing the stress-free, easy-going life you’ve always deserved. To discover all that we have to offer, contact an A Place for Mom advisor today!

Our Community Amenities and Services

We often host events like educational classes, live music, and seminars. To ensure residents enjoy a diverse cycle of events and recreation, we employ a full-time activities director! At our community, you’ll find a Life Enrichment Center, which keeps residents physically, mentally, and spiritually involved! Residents are encouraged to create their own...

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Senior living options offered

Assisted Living

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Amenities
at Carolina Gardens at Kathwood

Healthcare Services

  • Memory Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Medication Management
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Diabetic Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Meals & Dining

  • Gluten-free
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Professional Chef
  • Guest Meals
  • Meals Provided
  • No Sugar
  • Restaurant Style Dining

Room Amenities

  • Ground Floor Units
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Air Conditioned

Community Amenities

On-site dining options

  • Private Dining Room

Transportation & parking

  • Resident Parking Available
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Complimentary Transportation

Pets

  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed

Common areas

  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Outside Patio
  • Library
  • Beauty Salon
  • Central Fireplace
  • Meeting Room
  • Barber Shop
  • TV Lounge
  • Outdoor Common Areas

Recreational areas

  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Piano or Organ
  • Game Room
  • Arts and Crafts Center

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Beautician

Activities

  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Stretching Classes
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Gardening Club
  • Holiday Parties
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Karaoke
  • Wii Bowling
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Activities On-site
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Trivia Games
  • Community Service Programs
  • Happy Hour
  • Birthday Parties
  • Jewish Services
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Activities Off-site
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Art Classes
  • Protestant Services
  • Bible Study Group
  • Cooking Classes
  • Montessori Programs
  • Wine Tasting
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Catholic Services
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Live Well Programs

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4520 Trenholm Road, Columbia, SC 29206

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Pet friendly

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Reviews

for Carolina Gardens at Kathwood

16 reviews
5 star
31%
4 star
31%
3 star
19%
2 star
13%
1 star
6%
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A Place for Mom has scored Carolina Gardens at Kathwood with 0 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 0 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Carolina Gardens at Kathwood has 16 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 3.6 out of 5.
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3.6
Cleanliness
3.7
Friendliness
3.7
Care Services
3.7
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Meals & Dining
Activities
3.7
Value for Cost
3.7
A Place for Mom has scored Carolina Gardens at Kathwood with 0 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 0 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Carolina Gardens at Kathwood has 16 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 3.6 out of 5.
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1-16 of 16 reviews
anonymous - Family/friend
Assisted Living
January 28, 2022
2.0
Verified Review
My review of Carolina Gardens
We did not have the best experience at Carolina Gardens. The food was not very good and staff were not the most friendly. There was a lot of turnover and they just seemed to do the bare minimum. Based on our experience I would not recommend.
Frankly Frank - Family/friend
Assisted Living
October 16, 2019
2.0
Wish I Could Say Better
It is sad to write a poor review of a facility that took care of your loved one for quite a few years. Carolina Gardens at Kathwood has so much potential and some nice, caring people on staff (the kitchen staff are apparently long time and fabulous) but the place has been a mess.Over the years, they have been sold two, three or more times. The elevator is broken so often that it is expected to see one or both out of commission when you show up.The grounds are nice and the facility is well kept and attractive. The level of care at times was very poor. The turnover of leadership staff seemed constant. You simply can't be first class under those conditions.
Cleanliness
2
Friendliness
2
Value for Cost
2
Care Services
2
Activities
2
Anonymous - Toured community
Assisted Living
August 18, 2018
4.0
[Name removed]showed me around the facility and I was impressed: clean, appeared well maintained and many residents were excited to be boarding the transport bus for their Wednesday Walmart shopping trip. 3 floors with elevator access and mostly all set up the same for dining, lounge/TV areas. Areas appear recently remodeled and easy for residents to move around in W/c or walking.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Value for Cost
4
Care Services
4
Activities
4
Anonymous - Toured community
Assisted Living
August 3, 2017
4.0
Verified Review
Nice tour
Carolina Gardens at Kathwood was a very nice and clean community that we toured. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. We chose another community because, in the end, it was my mom's choice.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Value for Cost
4
Care Services
4
Activities
4
Anonymous - Family/friend
Assisted Living
July 6, 2017
5.0
Verified Review
We like it here
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 a variety of activities. They keep the community clean. We felt the most comfortable with this community and I have already recommended it.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Anonymous - Toured community
Assisted Living
February 3, 2017
0.5
Verified Review
Very Bad Experience
I had a very bad experience during my tour of this community. The executive director was not available to give us a tour. So a nurse gave us the tour. The community appeared well-kept, but the apartment we were shown looked horrible. They never followed up with us. There are major improvement this community need to make. I would not recommend this community.
Cleanliness
0.5
Friendliness
0.5
Value for Cost
0.5
Care Services
0.5
Activities
0.5
Response from Carolina Gardens at Kathwood
February 8, 2017
We regret that you had a negative experience with us, but are glad you brought this to our attention. Please contact Keith Spencer directly at [removed] for ways we can work towards resolving these issues. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
Anonymous - Toured community
Assisted Living
January 27, 2017
4.0
Verified Review
More assisted living...
When I went into your this community, I noticed that it was more towards the assisted living. I did not see as many residents out and about while there. The tour guide was friendly, she took me around and answered all of my questions. I did not see anything out of place.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Value for Cost
4
Care Services
4
Activities
4
Response from Carolina Gardens at Kathwood
February 2, 2017
Thanks for the feedback! We strive to provide excellent service to our customers at Carolina Gardens at Kathwood. Wishing you a great day until the next time we meet.
Delores Keels - Family/friend
Assisted Living
March 17, 2016
2.5
Gone downhill
My Aunt has lived there for almost two years. It has been taken over by a new company and has gone down hill since. The front door can be entered with code but does not lock immediately, so anyone can exit after someone else leaves. My Aunt has Dementia and keeps escaping. They told us last time she had tried to escape several times, so they must not have kept an eye on her and let her escape. She has been found one time down at Publix little over a mile away and was bruised all over. She lost here boyfriend awhile back and was grieving. She wouldn't get out of bed for several days and they didn't even get her out of bed to get to eat or anything. We are moving her into another home and hopefully will get better care.The activity director left since they cut her budget so much she could not do much for the residents. They also lost most of the old caretakers.
Cleanliness
2.5
Friendliness
2.5
Value for Cost
2.5
Care Services
2.5
Activities
2
Anonymous - Family/friend
Assisted Living
December 7, 2015
5.0
Verified Review
Very nice place!
Our experience with Carolina Gardens has been a very good one, overall. It's a nice looking place, and the staff seem friendly and professional. The marketing person I worked with was helpful and very accommodating! My loved one has settled in well, and really seems to be enjoying himself here!
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Anonymous - Family/friend
Assisted Living
June 12, 2015
4.0
Verified Review
Nice place, overall
Our experience with Agape Senior of Kathwood was only a brief one, but I thought they did a good job overall. It is a nice looking, well kept facility, and they did a great job keeping the residents active and involved. The activities director is fantastic! However, I do think they could have been a bit more coordinated in regards to the communication both between staff members and with the families.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Value for Cost
4
Care Services
4
Activities
4
Anonymous - Toured community
Assisted Living
April 21, 2015
5.0
Verified Review
very very neat and clean facility it is clean inside and outside i would recommend to other families i gave the location a rating of 5 star i think the staff is very friendly i gave the friendliness a 5 star rating as well the staff is very very helpful i gave the value a 5
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Anonymous - Toured community
Assisted Living
January 29, 2015
3.0
We enjoyed our visit very much but feel as though this does not "match" my mother's needs. Thank you for your time and the nice tour!
Cleanliness
3
Friendliness
3
Value for Cost
3
Care Services
3
Activities
3
Anonymous - Toured community
Assisted Living
April 23, 2014
5.0
Verified Review
Spoke with Mr. Phelps. Heal...
Spoke with Mr. Phelps. Health insurance questions arose re: transferring coverage from state to state. Decided it was not a good idea. Very helpful otherwise.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
mg - Toured community
Assisted Living
December 20, 2013
4.0
Verified Review
very helpful and very quick to respon...
very helpful and very quick to respond. I would recommend them to anyone needing help finding a place for Mom.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Value for Cost
4
Care Services
4
Activities
4
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Assisted Living
July 11, 2013
5.0
Verified Review
Toured the facility July 10...
Toured the facility July 10. The residents were enjoying lunch. There are 3 floors with a nurses station on each. Everyone was friendly. Agape provides many services which I find useful. I like the philosophy and Agape's Director seems to understand the needs of those needing care and the needs of the family.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Assisted Living
December 28, 2012
3.0
Verified Review
Staff said my dad can go to social ac...
Staff said my dad can go to social activities there even if he doesn't live there. Can help with VA Aid & Attendance.
Cleanliness
3
Friendliness
3
Value for Cost
3
Care Services
3
Activities
3
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  • Confirm the availability of required services: Before you commit, make sure that the community offers all the services your senior needs, and that those services can be provided within your budget.

  • Know the South Carolina regulations for Assisted Living: Each state has its own laws and inspections processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Depending on your state, you may even be able to look up inspection reports for the community(ies) you’re considering. Learn more about South Carolina regulations for Assisted Living.

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