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The cost of independent living in Walker is about $4,154 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 12 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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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 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
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4 star
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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
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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 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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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.
Photo of Rumph's 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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Walker, SC

The average cost of senior living in Walker is $4,154 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Govan, SC with an average of $2,265 per month.

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

Walker, SC
$4,154/mo
$4,341/mo

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

Walker, SC
$4,154/mo
U.S. national average
$4,103/mo

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

$4,154/mo
Independent Living
$4,154/mo

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

Studio
$3,860/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,108/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,840/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Walker

Recent reviews for independent living in Walker

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.

Oaks at Aiken

5.0
Awesome staff! Lots of activities ad the food is great! Resident has nothing negative to say about the Oaks and is very happy and excited to be in such a great environment.

Walker independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Walker independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Walker, 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 Walker 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 Walker partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Walker, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
9.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Walker 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 Walker communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Walker, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
36.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Walker 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 Walker offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Walker, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
38.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
32.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.5%
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Oaks at Aiken, The Legacy of Orangeburg and Healing Springs Assisted Lvng are the top-rated independent living facilities near Walker, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 8 independent living facilities near Walker, South Carolina. See the full list.

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