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Provides: Assisted Living
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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
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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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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 dad recently moved into Vitality Living. [name removed]was really great to work with, and help with every step of the process. When my dad first arrived, he got a very warm welcome from the entire staff,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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 dad recently moved into Vitality Living. [name removed]was really great to work with, and help with every step of the process. When my dad first arrived, he got a very warm welcome from the entire staff,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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
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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
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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: Memory Care
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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.
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
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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
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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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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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Riley, SC

The average cost of senior living in Riley is $3,825 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vance, SC with an average of $2,928 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Riley, SC vs. nearby cities

Riley, SC
$3,825/mo
$4,025/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Riley, SC vs. the state and national average

Riley, SC
$3,825/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Riley vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,825/mo
$3,888/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Riley, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$3,981/mo
Studio
$4,328/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,497/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,144/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,780/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Riley, SC

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What families are saying about assisted living in Riley

Recent reviews for assisted living in Riley

The Legacy of Lexington

3.6
My Dad was there for such a short time we did not get very acquainted with the staff. Those we did interact with were very friendly and helpful.

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.

Forest Lake Manor in Columbia, SC

4.1
People were really good to mama ..Clean with lots to do. Just didnt like paying for services not provided. Mama had a broken arm. So help would have been good.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and responsive staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members across multiple communities. Harmony at Columbia residents praise the staff for their care and attention, while The Colonial at Old Camden family members appreciate the staff's responsiveness to their questions and ...
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Frequent activities and socialization. Activities are a significant factor in residents' satisfaction with their communities. Harmony at Columbia residents enjoy the variety of activities offered, while Forest Lake Manor residents appreciate the frequent outings and events that encourage socialization. The Colonial at Old Camden ...
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Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Cleanliness is a priority for many residents and their families. Harmony at Columbia residents appreciate the cleanliness of their community, especially the bathrooms and common areas. Forest Lake Manor families mention the upkeep of both indoor and outdoor spaces in their positive reviews.
Professional and caring management. Effective management is crucial for ensuring a positive living experience. Harmony at Columbia residents praise the management team for their professionalism and caring approach, while Forest Lake Manor families appreciate the openness and transparency of community leaders in addressing thei ...
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Personalized care and attention to individual needs. Individual care and attention are essential for maintaining residents' well-being. Harmony at Columbia residents receive personalized care and support, allowing them to live comfortably. Forest Lake Manor families also note the accommodating nature of staff to their loved ones' specific need ...
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Engaging programs and activities for memory care residents. Memory care residents require unique and engaging programs to maintain their cognitive function and overall well-being. In Forest Lake Manor, the activities director creates a fun and inclusive environment for memory care residents, as noted in several positive reviews.
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Riley review score based on 236 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 236 reviews of 85 Riley assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Riley review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Riley review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Riley, SC85 facilities
8.4
St. Matthews, SC97 facilities
7.8
Cameron, SC8 facilities

Review subcategories for Riley assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 236 reviews of 85 Riley assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Riley resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Riley, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Riley assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Riley assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Riley, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Riley assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Riley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Riley, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.4%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.8%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
79%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.2%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.2%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
79%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
26.7%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.6%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Riley assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Riley Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Riley, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
32.4%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.1%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25.7%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.5%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Riley assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Riley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Riley, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.2%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.8%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
22.9%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.2%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Riley assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Riley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Riley, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.1%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.7%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
20%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.6%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Riley assisted 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 assisted living communities in Riley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Riley, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
27.6%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.1%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.4%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.7%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.3%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.8%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.9%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.7%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
25.7%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
15.2%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
4.8%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.8%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Riley

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about South Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Riley protect seniors.

Learn about South Carolina Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

The Colonial at Old Camden, Fairforest Grove Senior Living and Harbison Shores are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Riley, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 94 assisted living facilities near Riley, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Riley, South Carolina are The Colonial at Old Camden and Fairforest Grove Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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