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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Olar, SC

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Assisted living costs in Olar average about $4,184 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 35 communities in Olar. Our detailed directory has 121 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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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
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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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Olar, SC

The average cost of senior living in Olar is $4,184 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gifford, SC with an average of $3,666 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Olar, SC vs. nearby cities

Olar, SC
$4,184/mo
$4,184/mo
$4,309/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Olar, SC vs. the state and national average

Olar, SC
$4,184/mo
U.S. national average
$4,668/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Olar vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,184/mo
$4,350/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Olar, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$3,709/mo
Studio
$4,372/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,903/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,043/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,150/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Olar over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Olar, SC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Olar.

What families are saying about assisted living in Olar

Recent reviews for assisted living in Olar

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 Memory Care

4.5
Positive points: facility is less than 5 years old and well maintained, the care staff is great, clean and fresh, bright and inviting, I have no concerns about the care my father receives. Negative points: need larger and better outdoor space, management is difficult to in touch with and hard ...
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Benton House of Aiken

5.0
We chose Benton House over others we looked into because I was most impressed by the team of management of the facility. I had confidence in the place after getting to know them. The room sizes here are perfectly adequate, they had two room sizes available for the same price. I have eaten here ...
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Olar review score based on 46 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 46 reviews of 28 Olar assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Olar review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Olar review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Olar, SC28 facilities
8.7
Govan, SC37 facilities
8.7
Ulmer, SC30 facilities

Review subcategories for Olar assisted living

When assisted living 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 46 reviews of 28 Olar assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Olar resident and family assisted living 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.
Olar, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Olar assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Olar assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Olar, 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 Olar assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Olar that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
32.1%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.4%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
32.1%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
32.1%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
32.1%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Olar assisted living

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 Olar Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Olar, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
32.1%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.9%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Olar assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Olar 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
10.7%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
40.7%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
15.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Olar assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Olar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Olar assisted 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 assisted living communities in Olar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.9%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.1%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.1%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.1%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.9%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
32.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
30.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
45.9%
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State regulations for assisted living in Olar

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about South Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Olar protect seniors.

Learn about South Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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