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Memory care in Willington offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Willington is about $3,486 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 15 communities, read 218 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Emerald Gardens staff treat you like family very courteous friendly loving and caring. Environment full of love. Each person truly love their residence, love their coworkers and love their job. It is 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.
Emerald Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care is in the heart of Greenwood, SC and have been serving Seniors for over 25 years. We are two blocks from Self Regional Healthcare and many other medical specialist in our area. We offer a wide array of services, amenities and activities that...
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Wonderful facility. Caring staff. Lots of activities. Beautifully decorated. Clean. Smells good. Well-managed. Mom says the food is great. Comprehensive care. Rooms are spacious. Lovely common areas and...
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.
When you walk through the doors at Ashley Place, our senior living community, you will be greeted with a smile and a warm welcome. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and...
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What we like the most about Oaks at Greenwood is the friendly staff and we would strongly recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
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.
Oaks at Greenwood is located in a convenient, yet secluded, area in the heart of Greenwood, South Carolina. It is a warm and inviting assisted living community with a home-like and comfortable atmosphere. We are committed to meeting the wants, needs and wishes of all who walk through our...
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The staff at Ansley Glen in Greenwood has been wonderfully attentive taking care of my parents. They are all very pleasant and I appreciate them all so much. Thank you all for the love and care you...
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.
Welcome to Ansley Glen in beautiful Greenwood, SC. Our warm and inviting senior living community has the care and neighbors in place to make your loved one's living experience both comfortable, safe and engaing.Please come see us, meet our team and residents and see why residents love living at...
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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, 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.
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
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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 moved our Mother into Washington Manor the week after Thanksgiving 2014. We could not be more pleased! The staff is friendly, helpful, and courteous. They check on her very often. The schedule...
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.

Cost of memory care in Willington, SC

The average cost of senior living in Willington is $3,486 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Saluda, SC with an average of $2,508 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Willington, SC vs. nearby cities

Willington, SC
$3,486/mo
$3,376/mo
$3,280/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Willington, SC vs. the state and national average

Willington, SC
$3,486/mo
U.S. national average
$4,915/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Willington vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$3,486/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Willington, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$3,114/mo
Studio
$4,019/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,444/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,298/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Willington over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Willington

Recent reviews for memory care in Willington

Emerald Gardens in Greenwood, SC

5.0
We are extremely happy with Emerald Gardens. My mom has been there 3 months now and is very happy. They have so many activities for the residents and the staff is so friendly and helpful. We highly recommend this facility for anyone needing assistant living / memory care.

Oaks at Greenwood

5.0
Food was better Monday to Friday. Weekends seemed to be high school cafeteria style. The staff seem very knowledgeable and experienced. I would recommend Oaks at Greenwood to others looking.

Ashley Square in Greenwood, SC

5.0
Great place to move a loved one,very caring and supportive the staff goes above and beyond to help the family understand any problems or changes,can express how much my mom loved the place and staff,gave me such a peace of mind knowing she was being cared for.Thanks to all

Willington review score based on 107 family reviews

9.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 107 reviews of 12 Willington memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Willington review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Willington review score compared against nearby cities

9.4
Willington, SC12 facilities
9.4
Troy, SC13 facilities
9.3
McCormick, SC9 facilities

Review subcategories for Willington memory care

When memory care 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 107 reviews of 12 Willington memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Willington resident and family memory care 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.
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Cleanliness
5.0
4.4
Friendliness
5.0
4.5
Care services
5.0
4.2
Staff
5.0
4.4
Meals & dining
4.9
4.1
Activities
5.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.9
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Willington memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Willington memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Willington, 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 Willington memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Willington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
66.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
48.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
72.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25%
61.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
72.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Willington memory care

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 Willington Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
74.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
46.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
70.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Willington memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Willington 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
25%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
45.5%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
42.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
51.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
20.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Willington memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Willington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
8.3%
32.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
40.8%
Room service
Room service
25%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
23.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Willington memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Willington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
34.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
54.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
61.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
40.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
36.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
48.5%
Dances
Dances
25%
32.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
47.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Emerald Gardens, Ashley Square and Oaks at Greenwood are the top-rated memory care facilities near Willington, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 15 memory care facilities near Willington, South Carolina. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Willington, South Carolina are Emerald Gardens and Ashley Square. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 15 memory care facilities near you in Willington, South Carolina typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Willington, South Carolina, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Willington, South Carolina, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Willington, South Carolina ranges from $750 to $9110. The average Memory Care cost in Willington, South Carolina is $3,486. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Willington, South Carolina typically starts at $750. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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