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The cost of independent living in Sunset is about $3,976 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 197 options. Read 2442 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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The staff at Cannon Wood is exceptional. They are caring and compassionate. The food is excellent, however I think they could use a few more activities. The community is well taken care of. It is like a...
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Cannon Wood Village is senior community located in the peaceful area that is Tiger, GA. This community provides seniors with a home in a quiet area, allowing them to get away from the hustle and bustle of the rest of the world. The town of Tiger offers a drive-in, a library, a historical society,...
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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.
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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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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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.
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My parents really love it here at these senior apartments. They are really enjoying their time here. The apartment is very well maintained. The grounds look beautiful. The staff is very polite and very...
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The Great Laurels of Junaluska is an apartment community nestled in hte spectacular mountains of Western North Carolina.Our community features affordable one and two bedroom apartment homes. Our one bedroom apartments are reserved for persons 62 years of age or older. our two bedroom apartments...
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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.
Hominy Valley Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in the beautiful and quiet community of Candler, North Carolina. Surrounded by breath taking views, this is the perfect place for you to call home. Candler is a peaceful mountain community that lies in between Canton and...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
60 Givens Gerber Park is pleased to offer an affordable housing option for adults over the age of 55 to enjoy the comforts of home and a community setting within their budget. Choose between spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments where bright light streams through large windows with views of...
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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.
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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.
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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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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We chose Beehive Homes because they are so close and they were willing to work with my loved one's need for a catheter. Beehive Homes is a great place. The staff are very, very nice; they care for the...
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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: 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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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.
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Cost of independent living in Sunset, SC

The average cost of senior living in Sunset is $3,976 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Salem, SC with an average of $3,766 per month.

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

Sunset, SC
$3,976/mo
$4,094/mo
$4,196/mo

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

Sunset, SC
$3,976/mo
U.S. national average
$4,130/mo

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

$4,327/mo
Independent Living
$3,976/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,055/mo
Studio
$4,870/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,825/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,398/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,513/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Sunset over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Sunset

Recent reviews for independent living in Sunset

Heritage Hills Senior Living in Hendersonville, NC

5.0
Heritage Hills is an extremely warm and inviting community with friendly and engaging residents. Many opportunities to find your individual nitch and feel embraced. A chef prepared daily meal is an additional bonus.

Oakview Park in Greenville, SC

3.8
The staff I've worked with are kind and helpful. My father doesn't need much help so he doesn't make use of a lot of the amenities offered. The transport to the doctor is super helpful! Medication has been an issue, but we manage it now rather than having the facility do it.

Quillen Manor Assisted Living and Villas in Fountain Inn, SC

4.6
The people are very helpful and caring. Everyone checks on each other and we are a close knit community.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Fabulous food and dining experiences. Residents and families consistently praise the quality and variety of meals offered at several communities, such as TerraBella Greenville, Legacy Reserve at Fairview Park, and Heritage Hills Senior Living, where residents look forward to mealtimes and enjoy the chef-prepared dishes.
Friendly and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at their communities, like Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, Heritage Hills Senior Living, and Maple Brook Terrace Retirement Community, where residents and their families appreciate the personalized care and genuine conce ...
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Active and engaging social activities. Communities, such as Bella Vista, Legacy Reserve at Fairview Park, and Quillen Manor Assisted Living and Villas, offer numerous opportunities for resident involvement, including arts and crafts, social hours, and group outings, to help keep seniors engaged and happy.
Beautifully maintained grounds and facilities. Many reviews rave about the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities they've chosen, like LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Heritage Hills Senior Living, and Belvedere Commons of Seneca, with residents appreciating the well-maintained grounds and modern facilities.
Welcoming and inclusive environment. Several residents express gratitude for the warm and inviting atmosphere at their communities, such as Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, and Maple Brook Terrace Retirement Community, where newcomers quickly become friends with fellow residents and staff.
Flexible and customizable care packages. Reviews at TerraBella Greenville and Maple Brook Terrace Retirement Community mention the ability to customize care packages based on individual needs, providing peace of mind for families and ensuring the best possible experience for their loved ones.
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Sunset independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sunset independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sunset, 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 Sunset 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 Sunset 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
21%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.7%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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9.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Sunset 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 Sunset communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
21.6%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.9%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
22.8%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sunset 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 Sunset offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.9%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.9%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.5%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.5%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.5%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
38.9%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
25.1%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.4%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.3%
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LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, North Pointe and Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sunset, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 197 independent living facilities near Sunset, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Sunset, South Carolina are LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, North Pointe and Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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