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The cost of independent living in Early Branch is about $4,355 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 54 options. Read 911 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Helena Square is a fantastic smaller assisted-living home that makes my father feel welcomed and I know that everybody is watching out for him. I have often said it’s like a big fraternity/Sorority house...
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.
Helena Place is an assisted living community situated in the heart of Port Royal, South Carolina for over 20 years. Our community has been named The Best of Assisted Living in Port Royal for the last 5 years running. We are located on the south side of the Cypress Wetlands Bird Sanctuary where...
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2727 Floor plans available
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9.9
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9.9
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65 reviews
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Well kept, organized, very supportive friendly staff (like family) and other residents friendly. Definitely recommend to others. Located close to airport, hospital, shopping, main street. Local...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Indigo Pines provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated within beautiful grounds on fabulous Hilton Head Island, you'll love the elegant comfort of our facilities while enjoying the charm and convenience of the island. We're just minutes from shopping,...
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9.8
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24 reviews
9.8
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ALL STAFF IS EXTRAORDINARILY HELPFUL AND FRIENDLY. I WOULD REQUEST THAT HEALTHIER FOOD BE PROVIDED, AND THAT CARROT STICKS AND CELERY STICKS BE PROVIDED IN THE CHEF CORNER. i WOULD LIKE TO SEE BENCHES...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Okatie Pines offers all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Okatie Pine's top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities will include EVERYTHING you need to live in comfort and luxury with one monthly rent payment and no buy-in or...
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44 Floor plans available
9.6
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32 reviews
9.6
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My aunt seems happy here. She has met some people that share her interests. I like that it is a small facility. I feel the size helps the staff to get to know everyone.
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. Reader’s Choice Best of Bluffton 2020. Call or drop by to see what make The Addison of...
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I had the opportunity to visit my father-in-law who is a current resident at the seabrook. He took me on the tour of the campus, and I marveled at the beauty of the landscaping. Then when we had dinner, I...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
The Seabrook of Hilton Head, a non-profit, opened its doors in October 1982 as the Island’s first retirement community. Shortly thereafter, The Fraser Health Center, located on the Seabrook Campus, was the first Skilled Nursing Facility in our area. Over the last 35 years, the Seabrook has had...
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After many visits to assisted living facilities across the Lowcountry, I knew this was the place for my mom when I walked through the door. It is a smaller, cozy community that has a very pleasant and caring...
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.
Cypress Place is located on a tree lined street in beautiful Summerville, South Carolina. We are two miles north of Old Fort Dorchester State Historical Park and about thirty miles from the Atlantic Ocean. At Cypress Place, we strive to maintain a cozy homelike atmosphere, with a caring staff...
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I would give 5 across the board! Previously my parents lived in another similar facility. For about 10% increase, moved from mostly 3s to all 5s! Especially if able to take advantage of the...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
We believe that Summerville Estates Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Summerville Estates Gracious...
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3131 Floor plans available
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What we like the most about the community is The staff, cleanliness and the food were all excellent. We would absolutely recommend Harmony at Westcott to other families based on the experience so far.
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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77 Floor plans available
8.7
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39 reviews
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While volunteering with my church in sevveraassisted living facilities, I found The Oaks to be the one with the fewst residents complaints. The staff seemed more cheerful and the resident more settled. 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.
Summit Place of Beaufort is an assisted living community located in beautiful, historic Beaufort, South Carolina. Situated on the banks of Battery Creek amongst majestic, moss-draped oaks, we provide assisted living, respite and Alzheimer's care. We are the only community in Beaufort that has a...
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My experience had been excellent. I enjoy living here. I am very happy with my apartment and I have made some very good friends. There are lots of activities that you can enjoy or not, your choice. The...
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.
Join Our First-Class Community - Senior Living at The Claiborne at Brickyard CrossingOpening in 2022, The Claiborne at Brickyard Crossing offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care apartments in a community that exceeds the expectations of residents and their families at every...
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Photo of The Villas at The Bayshore on Hilton Head
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44 Floor plans available
8.5
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Everyone is so friendly...the facility is spotlessly clean...the venue outside is beautiful...and the billing is super transparent. My mom had a choice if 3 sizes and she took a mid-size 1 bedroom. Perfect...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Each and every day, you’ll be surrounded by elegance and sophistication in your new home. You can expect designer touches like granite countertops, high-end fixtures and stainless steel appliances. In fact, wall-to-wall and door-to-door—from the plank wood flooring to the high ceilings, you’ll...
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The staff are all extremely caring and helpful. I really appreciate them. We chose Vineyard Bluffton because the facility was more up to date and better maintained. It also has a secure Memory Care unit with...
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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Always clean and everyone is smiling. Mom really enjoys all the activities and staff. Meals are delicious when I come to visit I always eat there. Excellent place and experience with The Palmettos.
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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88 Floor plans available
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The meals and dining gets a 4/5 per our loved one. Any concerns we have are addressed quickly and I love the outdoor settings for the residence to get out and enjoy on the assisted living side. They also...
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.
Legacy at Savannah Quarters providesthe sophisticated and upscale lifestylefor today’s senior. Whether you aresearching for assisted living or memorycare services in the historic Savannaharea, you will receive diligent attention,scrumptious dining and carefree livingin a high-end environment.OUR...
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I've been very happy with the Oaks at Pooler. All of the staff is friendly and caring. Mom seems happy there, particularly since she was able to move in to quite a large room. 4. Because there's always room...
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.
Oaks at Pooler is less than 30 minutes from historic Savannah, Georgia. The stylish craftsman style property features 61 assisted living apartments and 29 memory care apartments stretched over five acres. Each aspect of the Pooler community has been built with the best interests of elders in...
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55 Floor plans available
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The facility is currently undergoing repair and updating. The staff are very kind, considerate, compassionate, caring, thoughtful, helpful, understanding.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Bloom at Belfair is a family-owned and operated independent living, independent living plus and memory care establishment. Since 1965, our goal has been simple yet aspirational: to help our residents flourish. Entering a Bloom community does not mean checking your lifestyle or personality at the...
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7.5
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7.5
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We have been here just a few weeks but we have had an excellent experience. Staff is very helpful. Food is very good. Building is clean. They take care of our laundry. Make sure everything's going good....
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.
From the very first moment you arrive at our gorgeous Sea Island property on the banks of the Beaufort River, it’s clear that The Retreat at Lady's Island takes a unique approach to senior living in Beaufort, SC. Private and semi-private assisted living suites and studios offer sophisticated...
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66 Floor plans available
7.3
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Our loved one was at Village Cove for years and was truly treated like part of the family! I absolutely would recommend. I always felt sure that my loved one was in good hands and knew his health and well...
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.
Find a Redefined IndependenceA better kind of senior living is within your reach. You can still have a lifestyle that has less stress and more options for living life well, all in a comfortable community that feels just like home sweet home. You’ll find all that and more at our assisted living...
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1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.0
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7.0
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Overall it's a nice place. The facilities have not been kept up like it should have been, but they do have a new maintenance lead now. Hopefully that will help. Most of the staff are very courteous and...
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.
The Oaks at Salem Road is a beautiful assisted living community tucked away in a neighborhood setting conveniently located to historic downtown, coastal wetlands and several shopping areas. As a premiere provider of assisted living in Beaufort, South Carolina, it's our goal to make every day an...
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6.0
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30 reviews
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This community is a cute little place. A smaller community, great location, beautiful front porch. It's just breathtaking. My loved one feels so comfortable here. The staff are nice, pleasant, communicative,...
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 Pines at Bluffton Assisted Living is a unique community that provides our residents with an engaging environment to continue to flourish. We provide worry-free living in our comfortable and inviting apartments. We establish the independence and assistance that allows our residents to enjoy...
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The community is very clean, the staff members are very friendly and overall we are pleased with the community. We have not been there for normal meal time, but we did get a chance to go there 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.
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My mother had to enter assisted living at the Bloom due to falling and frailty in her mid nineties. The rooms are lovely and her one bedroom is spacious with a large bedroom and separate sitting area. Three...
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.
Bloom at Hilton Head is a vibrant assisted living and memory care establishment located on an intimate 3-acre setting in the heart of Hilton Head Island just minutes from shopping and dining, golf courses, beaches and medical centers. Its uniquely elegant architecture, luxurious interior design,...
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My dad had been at TidePointe since their inception - 27 years ago! He loved every minute! He enjoyed every single level of this wonderful CCRC. He and Mother started in their beautiful home which they...
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.
Wake up every day to the coastal beauty Hilton Head has to offer. At Tidepointe, a Vi community, you’ll a enjoy a surplus of lifestyle activities and benefits that will you leave wondering, do you live in a retirement community or a resort?Welcome to Tidepointe, a Vi community, a 63-acre assisted...
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Of the different places for my loved one, I did like The Retreat the best. The staff was kind to my loved one and I enjoyed visiting him.
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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My loved one is a resident at The Oaks on the Edisto. Communication is really the only thing that I have problems with. Overall, I would recommend this facility to others but probably not for someone with...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
At The Oaks of Orangeburg, seniors can age with a variety of care services for independent living. Our caregivers are qualified to provide a variety of care services ranging from monitoring medication to assisting with activities of daily living. Additionally, the community has round-the-clock...

Cost of independent living in Early Branch, SC

The average cost of senior living in Early Branch is $4,355 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Allendale, SC with an average of $3,213 per month.

Independent living costs in Early Branch, SC, vs. nearby cities

Early Branch, SC
$4,355/mo
$4,319/mo
$4,195/mo

Independent living costs in Early Branch, SC, vs. state and national averages

Early Branch, SC
$4,355/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

Independent living costs in Early Branch, SC, vs. other senior living options

$4,489/mo
Independent Living
$4,355/mo

Independent living costs in Early Branch, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,161/mo
Studio
$4,504/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,649/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,784/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,767/mo

Senior living costs in Early Branch 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: Early Branch, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEarly Branch, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,355/mo$4,124/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$4,252/mo$4,305/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$4,489/mo$4,352/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Early Branch, SC:$4,355/mo
South Carolina:$4,124/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Early Branch, SC:$4,252/mo
South Carolina:$4,305/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Early Branch, SC:$4,489/mo
South Carolina:$4,352/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
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Independent living costs in Early Branch, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Early Branch 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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Independent living cost trends in Early Branch, SC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Early Branch 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
Early Branch, SC$3,407/mo$3,354/mo+1.6%
South Carolina$3,123/mo$3,116/mo+0.2%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Early Branch, SC
2024 average cost:$3,407/mo
2023 average cost:$3,354/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,123/mo
2023 average cost:$3,116/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Early Branch

Recent reviews for independent living in Early Branch

Oaks at Salem Road in Beaufort, SC

4.9
So impressed with all the staff, their kindness and professionalism. They are so positive and really understand what their clients are experiencing. I can pick up the phone to call and talk to [name removed] and it doesn't matter which one answers. My parents are happy and we are at rest ...
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Lakeview Manor in Springfield, GA

5.0
Lakeview Manor is a beautiful location with a warm and welcoming staff. Our family selected Lakeview based on its' friendly, family atmosphere. Our senior family members settled in within the first week, enjoying new friends and activities.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff. Numerous reviews mention the friendly and compassionate nature of the staff across various communities, such as Holiday Indigo Pines and Indigo Pines. Residents and their families express appreciation for the long-term relationships they've built with caregivers.
Variety of activities. Communities like Summerville Estates and The Claiborne offer diverse activities that cater to residents' interests, providing a range of options for socializing, learning, and staying active. These include events, classes, and outings to local attractions.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of living spaces in communities like Bloom and Indigo Pines, with particular mention of the cleanliness of bathrooms and the renovated communal areas.
Access to nearby amenities and services. Many residents appreciate the ease of access to essential services and amenities, including shops and town centers, as mentioned in reviews for communities like The Claiborne and Summerville Estates. This convenience adds to the overall quality of life for seniors.
Flexible and accommodating staff. Families have shared their experiences of staff members going above and beyond to accommodate residents' needs, as seen in reviews for Summerville Estates and Bloom. This attentiveness and adaptability help create a comfortable and supportive living environment.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Quality food is a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction, with communities like Holiday Indigo Pines and Summerville Estates offering excellent dining experiences. Chefs often accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences, enhancing mealtime enjoyment.
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Early Branch independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Early Branch independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Early Branch partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Early Branch, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
41.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Early Branch independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Early Branch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Early Branch, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
37%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Early Branch independent 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 independent living communities in Early Branch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Early Branch, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
56.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.3%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
54.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
32.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.1%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Helena Square, Holiday Indigo Pines and Okatie Pines Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Early Branch, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 54 independent living facilities near Early Branch, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Early Branch, South Carolina are Helena Square and Holiday Indigo Pines. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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