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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Santee, SC

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The cost of independent living in Santee is about $3,805 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 22 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 The Legacy of Orangeburg
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66 Floor plans available
8.2
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6 reviews
8.2
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I really like the overall environment. However, they really could improve on their dining. [name removed] and her staff have been awesome.
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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11 Photo available
8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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7 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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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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1212 Photos available
7.3
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9 reviews
7.3
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9 reviews
5 star
22%
4 star
45%
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11%
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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
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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.
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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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
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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.
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
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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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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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Photo of Clarendon Community Residence
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 Clarendon Memorial Long Term
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 Walters Brothers Residential Care
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.

Cost of independent living in Santee, SC

The average cost of senior living in Santee is $3,805 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vance, SC with an average of $2,122 per month.

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

Santee, SC
$3,805/mo
$2,122/mo
$3,805/mo

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

Santee, SC
$3,805/mo
U.S. national average
$4,035/mo

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

$4,014/mo
Independent Living
$3,805/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,855/mo
Studio
$4,326/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,958/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,488/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,999/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Santee

Recent reviews for independent living in Santee

The Legacy of Orangeburg

5.0
The Legacy of Orangeburg has a warm and inviting atmosphere. It is clean and organized. The staff is friendly and professional. The one bedroom is spacious. The inside and outside of the building is beautifully maintained. The meal smelled delicious. I am more than grateful my family member is ...
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Longwood Plantation in Orangeburg, SC

4.0
My mother was a resident of Longwood for a little over a year until her passing in July. I found the care at Longwood to be exceptional and the staff really cared about my mother as a person. There were good activities to help keep her mentally alert, hair and nail care and the food ...
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The Oaks of Orangeburg

3.4
A lot of the things they say at the tour. They don't follow through with And their meals Are the same thing every week chicken chicken chick in Is except for friday this fish.

Santee independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santee independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santee, 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 Santee 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 Santee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Santee, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.7%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
15.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.7%
32.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Santee 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 Santee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Santee, SCNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
7.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santee 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 Santee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santee, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.1%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
15.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.1%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
23.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
7.7%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
15.4%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Legacy of Orangeburg, Longwood Plantation and The Oaks of Orangeburg are the top-rated independent living facilities near Santee, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 13 independent living facilities near Santee, South Carolina. See the full list.

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