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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Waterloo, SC

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If your loved one needs memory care in Waterloo, A Place for Mom can help. With 21 memory care facilities in Waterloo, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Waterloo incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Waterloo memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Waterloo, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Greenwood, Laurens and Brickhouse Crossroads.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Greenwood, Laurens and Brickhouse Crossroads.

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Love having my mom here! They offer everything to make her feel at home and keep her safe. Nice size rooms and plenty of space to gather with other residents. Nice courtyard for her to enjoy during warm...
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.
Langston Place is located in the charming town of Clinton, South Carolina just east of the Presbyterian College. We are only two miles from Sumter National Forest, a popular picnic destination for residents and their families. While we are proud of our beautiful community we are even more proud...
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My mother passed away. She was there around 3 months. The staff (every level) was so friendly and helpful and compassionate. Highly recommend Ashley Square! (It was Ashely Place when she was there.)
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.
When you walk through the doors at Ashley Place, our senior living community, you will be greeted with a smile and a warm welcome. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and...
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I highly recommend Emerald Gardens! They have kept my mom engaged in many activities. They have outings often. They contact me right away if there's ever a need or concern.
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.
Emerald Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care is in the heart of Greenwood, SC and have been serving Seniors for over 25 years. We are two blocks from Self Regional Healthcare and many other medical specialist in our area. We offer a wide array of services, amenities and activities that...
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It has taken Mom a while to adjust but no major issues with the facility. Since she is independent she has not required any real assistance but activities available are good. Mom doesn't eat dinner but...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Clinton Presbyterian Community is a continuing care retirement community (Independent Living Apartments, Patio Homes, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing & Short Term Rehabilitation) located in Clinton, SC. We proudly boast that we have the only 5-Star Medicare Certified Skilled Nursing and...
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66 Floor plans available
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Oak of Greenwood is a great second home for Mom. When I was given a tour, I knew that she would love it. Upon entering the building, she kept saying how lovely it is. We both love how caring everyone is;...
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.
Oaks at Greenwood is located in a convenient, yet secluded, area in the heart of Greenwood, South Carolina. It is a warm and inviting assisted living community with a home-like and comfortable atmosphere. We are committed to meeting the wants, needs and wishes of all who walk through our...
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We moved my mom into Ansley Glen in [Date Removed] and she now calls it home. We could not have chose a better assisted living center for mom. The staff and residents have made her feel at home. My mom,...
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.
Welcome to Ansley Glen in beautiful Greenwood, SC. Our warm and inviting senior living community has the care and neighbors in place to make your loved one's living experience both comfortable, safe and engaing.Please come see us, meet our team and residents and see why residents love living at...
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I am pleased with the care my mom is getting here, I feel comfortable with her in the memory care unit, they are well staffed and She is a level 2 so she does get that extra care she needs here. I would...
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.
Carolina Gardens at Laurens is an assisted living community in Laurens, South Carolina. Laurens is a historical and charming city in upstate South Carolina. We have a thriving downtown area with fine shopping and dining in a way that honors our strong heritage and rich history. Residents at...
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We like this community for the great care that my mom is receiving. The staff is very caring and attentive. I like knowing that the community is clean. The menu is good and she is liking the variety....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Community is an assisted living community located in the heart of the southern downtown Laurens, Laurens County, South Carolina. Our beautiful community is located nearby the Little River, and some of the homes overlook scenic lake views. The beautiful views make...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Photo of Laurens Memorial Home for The Aged
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.
Photo of Laurens Memorial Home
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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Waterloo, SC

The average cost of senior living in Waterloo is $3,195 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Saluda, SC with an average of $2,444 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Waterloo, SC vs. nearby cities

Waterloo, SC
$3,195/mo
$3,612/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Waterloo, SC vs. the state and national average

Waterloo, SC
$3,195/mo
U.S. national average
$4,779/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Waterloo vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$3,195/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Waterloo, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$2,935/mo
Studio
$3,566/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,304/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,885/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,441/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Waterloo over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Waterloo

Recent reviews for memory care in Waterloo

Clinton Presbyterian Community, a Continuing Care Retirement Community

5.0
I would recommend Clinton Presbyterian Community. My Father-In-Law is quite happy living there.We chose Clinton Presbyterian Community because of its proximity to family, recommendation, rating, price, accommodations, ammenities & options.

Oaks at Greenwood

4.6
They are awesome and friendly. They are right on top of things. [name removed] one of the chef's knows what my mom likes, and will fix something that she will eat. They do try to get my loved one involved with the activities. It's cheaper than the other options around and the room has more ...
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Langston Square in Clinton, SC

5.0
The administrator and staff of Langston Square are OUTSTANDING. They do their upmost to accommodate the residents as well as their family members and friends...even in the most difficult situations. This is sincerely and truly my experience.

Waterloo review score based on 101 family reviews

9.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 101 reviews of 18 Waterloo memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Waterloo review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Waterloo review score compared against nearby cities

9.5
Waterloo, SC18 facilities
9.5
Cross Hill, SC21 facilities
9.8
Laurens, SC9 facilities

Review subcategories for Waterloo memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 101 reviews of 18 Waterloo memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Waterloo resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Waterloo, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.9
4.4
Friendliness
5.0
4.5
Care services
4.9
4.2
Staff
5.0
4.4
Meals & dining
4.9
4.0
Activities
4.9
3.9
Value for cost*
4.7
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Waterloo memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waterloo memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waterloo, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Waterloo memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Waterloo that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Waterloo, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
65.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.4%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.9%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.9%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.4%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Waterloo memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Waterloo Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Waterloo, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.6%
73.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
26.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waterloo memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Waterloo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waterloo, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.9%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
38.9%
41%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.9%
49.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
16%
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Availability of select dining options in Waterloo memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Waterloo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waterloo, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.9%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waterloo memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Waterloo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waterloo, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.8%
33.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.9%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.9%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.9%
39%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.8%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
35.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.9%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
38.9%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
30.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Langston Square, Ashley Square and Emerald Gardens are the top-rated memory care facilities near Waterloo, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 21 memory care facilities near Waterloo, South Carolina. See the full list.

The 21 memory care facilities near you in Waterloo, South Carolina typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Waterloo, South Carolina, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Waterloo, South Carolina, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Waterloo, South Carolina ranges from $1300 to $8450. The average Memory Care cost in Waterloo, South Carolina is $3,195. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Waterloo, South Carolina typically starts at $1300. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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