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The cost of independent living in Winnsboro Mills is about $3,748 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 20 options. Read 289 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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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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I am so very thankful we found Fairforest Grove for Mother! It was such a difficult decision to make having to place her somewhere in the first place; but I couldn’t be happier with the outcome. I’ve not...
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.
At Fairforest Grove, you’ll feel the difference that regional ownership and management make in creating a warm, family-focused environment, especially suited for senior living. Fairforest Grove is owned and managed by Mainstay Senior Living, not by a corporation or senior care conglomerate. Our...
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My mother has only been there since [date removed] she seems content and always smiling, the staff is kind and she seems to like them and they are around at all times if needed. They are very good at...
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.
Harbison Shores is an assisted living community in Irmo, South Carolina. Irmo is part of the Columbia metro area, offering residents easy access to fine shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities. Recognized by Money Magazine as one of the most 'Affordable Places to Live in the Country',...
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1515 Floor plans available
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Grandma's enriched life… Grandma's social life flourished when she moved in to Vitality Living Columbia. The different activities and the genuine connections she's made with fellow residents have greatly...
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 Blake at Woodcreek Farms
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I would give them a 5 on everything. My mother is doing so much better there and the staff is wonderful. From my perspective, the thing that I find most reassuring is my mom is clean and safe and gets to...
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.
Resort Style Assisted Living and Memory CareStrategically located at the entrance of Woodcreek Farms in Northeast Columbia, The Blake at Woodcreek Farms is unlike any other. Retirement and hospitality are blended to create an assisted living and memory care community where you will feel right at...
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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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31 reviews
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Brookdale Harbison gets a 5 in each and every category! My mother in law loves it there, and her opinion is the only one that really matters. We have had no issues.
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.
Embrace The Golden YearsIf you want to embrace your golden years with enthusiasm and energy without sacrificing peace of mind that comes from having access to quality care, look no further than our assisted living community in Columbia, South Carolina. Surrounded by a warm and welcoming care team...
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3232 Floor plans available
8.9
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57 reviews
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I would tell a friend my mother has been very pleased with Harmony independent living. She's found a group a ladies she enjoys. The staff is very friendly. Communication through email to the billing office...
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.
Welcome to The Harmony Collection at ColumbiaIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Columbia, South Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support,...
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Inspire at Sandhill is a great place for retirement. There are various activities such as swimming, exercise class, name-that-tune night to keep everyone entertained. There is also a small library along...
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.
Revel in the exceptional amenities at Inspire Sandhill, crafted to exceed your expectations and redefine the 55 and over active adult living experience. Ideal for retired professionals, homeowners seeking to downsize, and empty nesters in search of a maintenance-free lifestyle, our community...
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After visiting several places in the Columbia area, I made the decision to place my dear friend at The Palmettos. That was in March 2020. Two and a half years later, I am still confident that I made the...
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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My father really enjoyed himself here everyone was very nice and helpful treated us like family would recommend to anyone.
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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My brother lived here for several years. He was treated with love and respect. I will always feel this facility is part of my family. I miss my brother so much..
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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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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: 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.
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 Winnsboro Mills, SC

The average cost of senior living in Winnsboro Mills is $3,748 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carlisle, SC with an average of $2,629 per month.

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

Winnsboro Mills, SC
$3,748/mo
$3,847/mo
$3,699/mo

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

Winnsboro Mills, SC
$3,748/mo
U.S. national average
$4,040/mo

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

$4,083/mo
Independent Living
$3,748/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,347/mo
Studio
$4,604/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,548/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,561/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Winnsboro Mills over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Winnsboro Mills

Recent reviews for independent living in Winnsboro Mills

Brookdale Harbison in Columbia, SC

4.0
My experience with Brookdale is positive. It is much more important than I initially realized to carefully match the capabilities of the prospective resident to the level of care the facility offers.

Brookdale Columbia

4.9
I chose the community due to close to my home and the staff was welcoming. The cost was reasonable for my Dads needs now and in the future along with the cleanness.

Pines Columbia in West Columbia, SC

5.0
My dad passed away in August. The Pines was wonderful to him. Very caring kind staff. They were always well staffed, we never felt like they were short handed. The staff really tries to grant all requests no matter how big or small. The public bathroom could be updated/repaired to have a more ...
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Winnsboro Mills independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Winnsboro Mills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Winnsboro Mills, 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 Winnsboro Mills 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 Winnsboro Mills 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
23.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.4%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
29.4%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.5%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.5%
8.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Winnsboro Mills 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 Winnsboro Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
35.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.2%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Winnsboro Mills 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 Winnsboro Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.3%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.5%
27.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
32.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.2%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.2%
37.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.3%
40.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
47.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
41.2%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.5%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Fairforest Grove Senior Living, Terrabella Windsor Lake and Harbison Shores are the top-rated independent living facilities near Winnsboro Mills, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 20 independent living facilities near Winnsboro Mills, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Winnsboro Mills, South Carolina is Fairforest Grove Senior Living. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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