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The cost of independent living in Ehrhardt is about $4,284 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 26 options. Read 172 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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Photo of Oaks at Aiken
66 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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5 reviews
9.4
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5 reviews
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It's been close to a year since Mom passed so it's hard to say what the situation is now. The Oaks was brand new then and had some wonderful, caring folks working the memory unit. It was clean and shiny but...
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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Photo of Summerville Estates
77 Photos available
9.2
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51 reviews
9.2
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51 reviews
5 star
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5 for everything! They are great. Everyone is very helpful and friendly. Clean and bright inside and out. Apartments are a nice size with a refrigerator and a small sink.
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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Photo of The Claiborne at Brickyard Crossing
44 Photos available
8.9
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19 reviews
8.9
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19 reviews
5 star
63%
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26%
3 star
11%
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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...
Photo of The Legacy of Orangeburg
1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.7
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7 reviews
8.7
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7 reviews
5 star
57%
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43%
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My mother came to The Legacy Of Orangeburg after a very negative experience at another local facility, so we both were very hesitant. Since her move, she has become social again. She is participating in...
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 Legacy of Orangeburg, surrounded by trees and nestled in a rural neighborhood setting, is convenient to nearby shopping, restaurants and the hospital. As a premiere provider of assisted living, it is our goal to make every day a memorable one. Discover our experienced and caring staff,...
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Photo of Longwood Plantation
11 Photo available
8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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7 reviews
5 star
72%
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14%
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Longwood Plantation took excellent care of my father. They kept us informed and I couldn't have asked for better support. It was a difficult move for my father while I live out of state but they went out of...
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.
Longwood Plantation, an Assisted Living Community with total of 50 beds (34 beds for assisted living and 16 beds for alzheimer's care), is located in a beautiful, quiet, residential area in Orangeburg County. This 10-acre campus offers Independent and Assisted Living for Senior Adults as well as...
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Photo of The Retreat at Summerville
1010 Photos available
8.0
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18 reviews
8.0
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18 reviews
5 star
44%
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22%
3 star
6%
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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.
Photo of Oaks at Beaufort
1313 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
7.9
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33 reviews
7.9
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33 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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The administrative staff are always open to meeting with family members to discuss concerns. In addition they will proactively address concerns with family members that concern them. The residents as a whole...
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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Photo of The Oaks of Orangeburg
1212 Photos available
7.3
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10 reviews
7.3
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10 reviews
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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...
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Photo of Oaks at Salem Road
1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
6.3
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10 reviews
6.3
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10 reviews
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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
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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 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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Photo of The Retreat at Lady's Island
1212 Photos available
7.0
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12 reviews
7.0
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12 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
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3 star
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They were good. The interaction with the staff was very good. They did have activities but my loved one did not get a chance to participate. We picked this community because, the staff was very...
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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Photo of Jone's Elderly 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.
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 Barnwell County Nursing Home
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Tyler Restmore Home 3
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 Elliott's Residential Homes
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 Furman Residential 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 Willow Run Apartment
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 A'lelia Residential 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 Bradford Village-Sales Office
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.

Cost of independent living in Ehrhardt, SC

The average cost of senior living in Ehrhardt is $4,284 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Govan, SC with an average of $2,265 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ehrhardt, SC vs. nearby cities

Ehrhardt, SC
$4,284/mo
$4,224/mo
$4,166/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ehrhardt, SC vs. the state and national average

Ehrhardt, SC
$4,284/mo
U.S. national average
$4,092/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ehrhardt vs. other types of senior living

$4,495/mo
Independent Living
$4,284/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Ehrhardt, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$3,732/mo
Studio
$4,087/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,835/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,879/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Ehrhardt over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Ehrhardt

Recent reviews for independent living in Ehrhardt

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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The Claiborne at Brickyard Crossing in Summerville, SC

4.9
We lived in our home for 31 years before we needed a residence easier to maintain. We had a good one in our former state, but ran into a disaster in our first try in Summerville. Since we moved to The Claiborne, we have found our new home. The staff is willing to do anything you need ...
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The Legacy of Orangeburg

3.9
I really like the overall environment. However, they really could improve on their dining. [name removed] and her staff have been awesome.

Ehrhardt independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ehrhardt independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ehrhardt, 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 Ehrhardt 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 Ehrhardt partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ehrhardt, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45%
34.3%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
9.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Ehrhardt 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 Ehrhardt communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ehrhardt, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ehrhardt 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 Ehrhardt offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ehrhardt, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
38%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45%
41.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
30%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45%
46.4%
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Oaks at Aiken, Summerville Estates and The Claiborne at Brickyard Crossing are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ehrhardt, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 26 independent living facilities near Ehrhardt, South Carolina. See the full list.

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