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The cost of independent living in Flat Shoals is about $3,720 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 139 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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9.6
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45 reviews
9.6
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45 reviews
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Staff is incredibly kind and developed relationships with my mom. Not just care activities but they actually care about clients as a person. Above and beyond efforts to care for my mom as he health declined...
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.
Keowee Place is located on the shores of Lake Keowee and Lake Hartwell in Seneca, South Carolina. We are close to the historical towns of Cashiers and Highland, North Carolina and our daytrips to these historical towns are a favorite outing for many of our residents. We also make regular trips to...
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9.3
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50 reviews
9.3
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50 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
24%
3 star
8%
2 star
4%
1 star
0%
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What we like the most about the community is the staff and yes we would recommend Belvedere Commons of Seneca to others 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.
At Belvedere Commons of Seneca, you can live the life you want to. Enjoy the convenience of restaurant-style dining, a wealth of life enrichment activities and the freedom to explore your interests. Beautiful Lake Keowee, the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, beaches and great weather set...
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8.9
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19 reviews
8.9
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19 reviews
5 star
63%
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32%
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5%
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Very happy with the staff and facility. They do the laundry and keep the rooms picked up for the residents. Hair salon on site. Variety of activities. Love their activity director. Manage medications well....
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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44 Floor plans available
8.7
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24 reviews
8.7
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24 reviews
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66%
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Staff is very friendly and attentive to the resident and family. Am fairly pleased with the resident's care and would recommend the facility to others. Most of the time, the response to questions 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.
Located in the foothills and overlooking the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, The Oaks of Seneca boasts beautiful views year round. While the setting is spectacular, we believe it is the compassionate, experienced team of caring professionals who make the difference here. Welcome to retirement...
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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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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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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This is a really big facility and I think that they could probably use more staff to make sure that things are being done properly. I am not very pleased with the whole thing. I guess they do the best that...
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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Cost of independent living in Flat Shoals, SC

The average cost of senior living in Flat Shoals is $3,720 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Salem, SC with an average of $3,780 per month.

Independent living costs in Flat Shoals, SC, vs. nearby cities

Flat Shoals, SC
$3,720/mo
$3,780/mo
$3,961/mo

Independent living costs in Flat Shoals, SC, vs. state and national averages

Flat Shoals, SC
$3,720/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

Independent living costs in Flat Shoals, SC, vs. other senior living options

$3,668/mo
Independent Living
$3,720/mo

Independent living costs in Flat Shoals, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,310/mo
Studio
$3,826/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,093/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,757/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,675/mo

Senior living costs in Flat Shoals 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: Flat Shoals, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFlat Shoals, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,720/mo$4,125/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$3,614/mo$4,306/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$3,668/mo$4,352/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Flat Shoals, SC:$3,720/mo
South Carolina:$4,125/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Flat Shoals, SC:$3,614/mo
South Carolina:$4,306/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Flat Shoals, SC:$3,668/mo
South Carolina:$4,352/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
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Independent living costs in Flat Shoals, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Flat Shoals 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 Flat Shoals, SC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Flat Shoals 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
Flat Shoals, SC$3,533/mo$3,250/mo+8.7%
South Carolina$2,747/mo$2,725/mo+0.8%
National$2,799/mo$2,741/mo+2.1%
Flat Shoals, SC
2024 average cost:$3,533/mo
2023 average cost:$3,250/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$2,747/mo
2023 average cost:$2,725/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$2,799/mo
2023 average cost:$2,741/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Flat Shoals

Recent reviews for independent living in Flat Shoals

The Willows of Easley

5.0
My loved one is currently a resident at The Willows of Easley and everything has been great for him at this facility so far. The staff, cleanliness and friendliness are great. The food, activities and value for cost are also great. My loved one and our whole family are very happy with our choice ...
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Belvedere Commons of Seneca

4.3
I have been a resident in an independent villa for over three years.During my time here I have been well taken care of. I have enjoyed my fellow residents and our times together.The activities set up by [name removed] have been enjoyable. I would highly recommend Belvedere as a residence for ...
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Countryside Village in Easley, SC

5.0
Brookdale Easley Park is outstanding !! They are really family to us and the care they give is one of a kind . I would go anywhere else .

Flat Shoals independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Flat Shoals independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Flat Shoals, 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 Flat Shoals 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 Flat Shoals 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
30%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Flat Shoals 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 Flat Shoals communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Flat Shoals, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Flat Shoals 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 Flat Shoals offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
20%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.4%
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Keowee Square, Belvedere Commons of Seneca and The Residences at Park Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Flat Shoals, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 12 independent living facilities near Flat Shoals, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Flat Shoals, South Carolina are Keowee Square and Belvedere Commons of Seneca. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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