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Assisted living costs in Sandy average about $4,593 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 14 communities in Sandy. Our detailed directory has 346 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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Photo of Oaks at Charleston
1919 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.3
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I'm very happy with Mama's specific caregivers. There's always room for improvement but, overall, I'm pleased with the care Mama receives and I feel that she's safe at Oaks.
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.
Choice of companion or private studio, one-and two- bedroom accommodations Weekly housekeeping and laundry All utilities except for telephone Delicious, well balanced meals, three times per day Snacks available around the clock Care staff on duty 24 hours per day Emergency Call System Assistance...
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Photo of Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care
99 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.3
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32 reviews
9.3
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Overall 5; Cleanliness 5 (except the dining room floor); Friendliness 5; Quality of care- I don't have enough information to rate this. My parent is still mobile, communicative, and showers & users the...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Here at Ashley Gardens, we are more than a memory care facility, we are a memory care community. Located close to Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, we offer a warm and welcoming senior community for those in need of all-inclusive assisted living, transitional assisted living, or memory care in...
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Photo of The Addison of West Ashley
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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19 reviews
8.8
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19 reviews
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Good food, nice room with spacious bedrooms, clean, Staff good-fair, great activities for residents. Needs more supervision for evening, night and weekends. Great place for the more mobile. Fair for the...
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.
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 makes The Addison of West Ashley the most desired in the...
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Photo of Brookdale West Ashley
1515 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.7
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89 reviews
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89 reviews
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Responsiveness to maintenance & repair requests seems good. Had a delay in resident's request to change meal consistency (from small pieces to whole), hopefully that's been remedied
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.
Brookdale Charleston is an assisted living and memory care community in the historical and thriving city of Charleston, South Carolina. Charleston is an elegant city with warm and welcoming people that exude Southern charm and hospitality, offering its residents a unique combination of historical...
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Photo of Harmony at West Ashley
1111 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
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8.3
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40 reviews
8.3
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40 reviews
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37%
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Overall a good experience. Unfortunately one big item we were initially told does not apply.... the plan purchased includes 30 meals that could be used however. Maybe one day lunch and dinner or no meal. In...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at West AshleyIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Charleston, South Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services...
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Photo of Harmony at Wescott
1010 Photos available
3131 Floor plans available
8.7
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83 reviews
8.7
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They need to change the sheets for independent living. Meet with people like go door to door see how they are doing and ask if they have enough to eat. Do they want to get a ride to the grocery store or do...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at Wescott PlantationIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Summerville, South Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support,...
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Photo of The Palmettos of Charleston
2020 Photos available
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The staff is amazing they are so kind and caring and take wonderful care of my 97-year-old aunt. Through out the pandemic they have done everything they can to keep the residences safe, healthy and happy. I...
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.
The Palmettos of Charleston is owned and operated by NHC (National HealthCare Corporation). Since 1972, NHC has been committed to excellence by providing quality care that exceeds the standards of other assisted living communities. The Palmettos offers its residents an unrivaled amount of...
Photo of Ashley Landing Assisted Living
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Mom has been a resident of this community for awhile now. I just want to say Ashley Landing is great. All of the staff is friendly and welcoming. The food is excellent and there is always something going...
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.
GET TO KNOW ASHLEY LANDING ASSISTED LIVINGFROM THE MOMENT YOU WALK IN THE DOOR, IT BECOMES CLEAR THAT SOMETHING IS DIFFERENT AT ASHLEY LANDING, WHERE WE OFFER AFFORDABLE ASSISTED LIVING FOR OUR RESIDENTS. ASHLEY LANDING FEELS LIKE HOME. THE GREETINGS ARE WARM AND FRIENDLY AND THE MEALS TASTE...
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We love Kempton of Charleston. The facility is great especially if you have access to driving. The location is isolated and there is not enough activities and things going on away from the facility so my...
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 am so very thankful for the loving care Mom (age 86 - COPD and dementia) receives at Carter-May Home. She was in Pinewood in Goose Creek, SC for about a year and a half until they raised her level of care...
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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Photo of Midland Park Residential Home Care
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 Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Community
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Photo of Dayspring Assisted Living
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My mother was a resident of Dayspring Assisted Living in Hollywood, SC for approximately 5 years. She received great care. The entire staff were very kind to her. She was wheelchair bound for over the last 2...
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.
Dayspring Assisted Living offers a quiet country setting for our residents that is only twenty minutes from Charleston. Our residents and their families are secure in the knowledge that we are committed to patient care. Our ratios of staff to patient are the lowest in Charleston. We don't count...

Cost of assisted living in Sandy, SC

The average cost of senior living in Sandy is $4,593 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Edisto Beach, SC with an average of $3,887 per month.

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

Sandy, SC
$4,593/mo

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

Sandy, SC
$4,593/mo
U.S. national average
$4,674/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,593/mo
$4,593/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,765/mo
Studio
$5,257/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,801/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,142/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Sandy over time

Sandy, SCSC stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sandy, 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 Sandy.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sandy

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sandy

Dayspring Assisted Living in Hollywood, SC

4.4
The caregivers at Dayspring were one of the reasons we chose this community. They are wonderful and very good with the residents. This is a smaller community so the ratio of caregivers to residents is higher. They could use a few more activities. The food is good and they keep the community ...
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Daysprings of Johns Island

4.9
Nice place where the owners are on site and know every residents names.

Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park in Mount Pleasant, SC

4.0
Th cleanliness is good. The grounds, and landscaping is not that great. They do have activities that people go to, we have not participated. It's too expensive. I picked this place because of, the people and friendliness-, and the staff is pretty nice.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and attentive staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and engagement of staff members towards residents at various communities like Brookdale West Ashley and Harmony at Wescott. Families appreciate clear and effective communication and feel welcome by the friendly and loving staff.
Wide range of activities. Residents and their families praise the diverse array of activities offered at communities like Brookdale West Ashley, Harmony at Wescott, and Harmony at West Ashley. Engaging activities help residents stay active and social, including gardening clubs, painting, and regular outings.
Cleanliness and upkeep. Reviews consistently comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of facilities at communities like Harmony at Wescott and The Addison of West Ashley, with some mentioning specific improvements like renovated patios and dining rooms.
Individualized care. Residents and their families express their appreciation for the personalized attention and accommodations provided at communities like Oaks at Charleston and Harmony at Wescott, allowing for unique needs and preferences to be met.
Thoughtful communication. Families mention the importance of clear and consistent communication between staff and themselves at communities like Oaks at Charleston and Harmony at Wescott, ensuring everyone is informed and care needs are being met.
Dedicated staff and management. Several reviews note the commitment of staff and management at communities like Harmony at Wescott and Harmony at West Ashley, with some families expressing gratitude for their responsiveness and attentiveness to issues.
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Sandy review score based on 118 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 118 reviews of 13 Sandy assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sandy 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

Sandy review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Sandy, SC13 facilities
8.7
7.8
Charleston, SC25 facilities

Review subcategories for Sandy 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 118 reviews of 13 Sandy assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sandy 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.
Sandy, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.5
Friendliness
4.2
4.6
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.1
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Sandy assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sandy assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sandy, 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 Sandy 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 Sandy that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sandy, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.2%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.5%
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
69.2%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.5%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sandy 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 Sandy Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sandy, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.2%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.8%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69.2%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.1%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sandy 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 Sandy partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sandy, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
40.7%
No sugar
No sugar
53.8%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.8%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.8%
15.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Sandy 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 Sandy communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sandy, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.2%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.5%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sandy 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 Sandy offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sandy, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.8%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
49.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.8%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
47%
Dances
Dances
46.2%
30.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sandy

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 Sandy protect seniors.

Learn about South Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Cypress Square, The Artisan Mount Pleasant and Oaks at Charleston are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sandy, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 14 assisted living facilities near Sandy, South Carolina. See the full list.

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