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Assisted living costs in Shamokin average about $4,080 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 137 communities in Shamokin. Our detailed directory has 1341 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.
Heath Springs Residential Care Center is an assisted living community located in Heath Springs, SC. The small town of Heath Springs is located in Lancaster County and is home to almost 900 people. In Heath Springs, residents can go for relaxing nature walks, enjoy scenic views, go out on group...
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My brother lived here for several years. He was treated with love and respect. I will always feel this facility is part of my family. I miss my brother so much..
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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, 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.
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The staff were very professional when I went on the tour and lunch in the cafeteria. I would recommend this facility because the residents are friendly and the staff are professional.
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 Mill Creek Manor Independent, Assisted Living, & Memory Care, located in beautiful Columbia, SCMill Creek Manor is conveniently located to dining, shopping, and surrounded by beautiful Sesquicentennial Park.Here at Mill Creek Manor we provide a senior living neighborhood with the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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, 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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My family and I made the decision to go with Palmetto. We loved that it is small and personnel. My mom seems to enjoy it as well.
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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, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
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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
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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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Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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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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.
Carriage House Senior Living is an assisted living community in Sumter Carolina easily accessible from Highway 95. We are convenient to neighboring townships from Lakewood to Woodrow. Our assisted living community is located near a major bus line and we provide ample parking for residents and...
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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
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
The Carriage House of Hartsville is an assisted living community for male and female residents 55 years of age and older in Hartsville, SC. Hartsville enjoys a mild climate most of the year, with occasional snows in the winter. The 2010 census placed the population at 7,764 for our small...
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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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Shamokin, SC

The average cost of senior living in Shamokin is $4,080 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sumter, SC with an average of $3,298 per month.

Assisted living costs in Shamokin, SC, vs. nearby cities

Shamokin, SC
$4,080/mo
$3,960/mo
$4,462/mo

Assisted living costs in Shamokin, SC, vs. state and national averages

Shamokin, SC
$4,080/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

Assisted living costs in Shamokin, SC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,080/mo
$4,123/mo

Assisted living costs in Shamokin, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,766/mo
Studio
$5,036/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,889/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,968/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,000/mo

Senior living costs in Shamokin vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Shamokin, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShamokin, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,080/mo$4,315/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,123/mo$4,362/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living$3,673/mo$4,136/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Shamokin, SC:$4,080/mo
South Carolina:$4,315/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Shamokin, SC:$4,123/mo
South Carolina:$4,362/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Shamokin, SC:$3,673/mo
South Carolina:$4,136/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shamokin, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Shamokin and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Shamokin, SC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shamokin have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shamokin, SC$4,535/mo$4,179/mo+8.5%
South Carolina$4,368/mo$4,216/mo+3.6%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Shamokin, SC
2024 average cost:$4,535/mo
2023 average cost:$4,179/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$4,368/mo
2023 average cost:$4,216/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shamokin, SC

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What families are saying about assisted living in Shamokin

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shamokin

Brookdale Harbison in Columbia, SC

4.0
My experience with Brookdale is positive. It is much more important than I initially realized to carefully match the capabilities of the prospective resident to the level of care the facility offers.

The Carolinian in Florence, SC

4.0
Everything is going well for my mother since her move to this community. She is doing well, and I'am pleased with all they have done for us. This community is working out pretty well for us, and it is a good place with kind people.

Pines Columbia in West Columbia, SC

4.5
The staff team at Pines Columbia is friendly and usually available when you need them. Communication of events at facility have improved so that family has an opportunity to schedule and be present.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and friendly staff. Many reviews praise the friendliness and attentiveness of the staff at different communities. For example, at English Meadows Indian Land Campus, the staff is described as loving and caring, and they treat residents with respect and kindness. At The Blake at Woodcreek Farms, the staff's help ...
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Varied activities for residents. Communities offer a wide range of activities to keep residents engaged and active. At Merrill Gardens at Columbia, residents enjoy a variety of activities, including games, music, and crafts. At The Legacy of Lexington, the activities director is praised for organizing events that cater to d ...
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Clean and comfortable living spaces. Residents and their families often appreciate the cleanliness and comfort of the living spaces at their communities. At Sumter Terrace Assisted Living, the rooms are described as bright, sunny, and easy to move around in. At Harbison Shores, the private rooms and communal areas are kept clea ...
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Customized care plans. Individualized care plans are tailored to each resident's unique needs and circumstances. At Brookdale Union Park, the staff takes time to understand the specific requirements of each resident and develops a care plan that accommodates their preferences and capabilities. At Harmony at Columbi ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At English Meadows Camden Campus, the food is described as amazing, and the meals are tailored to meet individual dietary restrictions and preferences. At Springtree Manor Assisted Living, the staff goes ...
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Resident-focused communication. Clear and frequent communication between families and staff is essential for keeping everyone informed and addressing concerns. At Fairforest Grove Senior Living, the staff is praised for their openness to discussing any issues and for keeping families updated on their loved ones' care. At En ...
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Shamokin review score based on 300 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 300 reviews of 120 Shamokin assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shamokin 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

Shamokin review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Shamokin, SC120 facilities
8.1
Camden, SC128 facilities
7.1
Kershaw, SC6 facilities

Review subcategories for Shamokin 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 300 reviews of 120 Shamokin assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shamokin 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.
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Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Shamokin assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shamokin assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shamokin, 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 Shamokin 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 Shamokin 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
45.8%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.7%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.3%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.2%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Shamokin 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 Shamokin Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
39.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.2%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shamokin 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 Shamokin 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
19.2%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
29.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.2%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Shamokin 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 Shamokin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
29.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.2%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shamokin 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 Shamokin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.8%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.5%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.8%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
35.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
25.8%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.2%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shamokin

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about South Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Shamokin protect seniors.
Learn about South Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

English Meadows Camden Campus, The Legacy of Camden and Fairforest Grove Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shamokin, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 137 assisted living facilities near Shamokin, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Shamokin, South Carolina are Fairforest Grove Senior Living and Harbison Shores. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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