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Photo of Vitality Living Columbia
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1515 Floor plans available
9.5
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17 reviews
9.5
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17 reviews
5 star
82%
4 star
12%
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6%
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Absolute Feedback. I have had my Mother in 3 Assisted Living Facilities in the past 3 years. They were all in Florida. They were all an Absolute Nightmare. So I decided to Move my Mother just 3 miles from me...
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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3232 Floor plans available
8.6
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71 reviews
8.6
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71 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
30%
3 star
13%
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3%
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7%
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Everyone, and I mean everyone, is pleasant, friendly, happy, helpful, and fun!! This includes staff and residents. I am so glad I chose Harmony! The facility is always clean without that annoying, headache...
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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Photo of The Haven in the Summit
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47%
4 star
21%
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21%
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0%
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11%
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My Aunt has been at the Haven for around seven months. She came from another place where she had UTI's all the time. We are still paying bills from those. Here she has not had one. The place is set up...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
We are a 60 bed secured Alzheimer's and Dementia Care community. We promote independence and choice. We have 3 unique neighborhoods where residents are placed dependent on their personal level of cognitive function. This way their neighbors are understanding to each other because they are at the...
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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, 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Simpson, SC

The average cost of senior living in Simpson is $5,038 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Peak, SC with an average of $4,312 per month.

Assisted living costs in Simpson, SC, vs. state and national averages

Simpson, SC
$5,038/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Simpson, SC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,038/mo
$5,647/mo

Assisted living costs in Simpson, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,836/mo
Studio
$4,131/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,853/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,824/mo

Senior living costs in Simpson vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Simpson, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSimpson, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,038/mo$4,824/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,647/mo$5,404/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,160/mo$3,557/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Simpson, SC:$5,038/mo
South Carolina:$4,824/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Simpson, SC:$5,647/mo
South Carolina:$5,404/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Simpson, SC:$3,160/mo
South Carolina:$3,557/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Simpson, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Simpson and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Simpson, SC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Simpson have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Simpson, SC$4,595/mo$4,475/mo+2.7%
South Carolina$4,586/mo$4,444/mo+3.2%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Simpson, SC
2024 average cost:$4,595/mo
2023 average cost:$4,475/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$4,586/mo
2023 average cost:$4,444/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Simpson, SC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Simpson.

What families are saying about assisted living in Simpson

Recent reviews for assisted living in Simpson

Pines Columbia in West Columbia, SC

4.5
The staff team at Pines Columbia is friendly and usually available when you need them. Communication of events at facility have improved so that family has an opportunity to schedule and be present.

The Haven in the Summit in Columbia, SC

4.0
My mother was a resident at The Haven for several years before she passed away recently. We found the staff to be so very patient, kind, and compassionate. The biggest challenge for them was keeping track of Mother's belongings, which is typical of any facility of this type. My mother never ...
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The Blake at Woodcreek Farms in Elgin, SC

5.0
It is just a great fit for us. The residents encourage newcomers to become involved and socialization was something very important to us. I believe this facility is concerned and caring and determined to get things right! We are fans!

Simpson review score based on 1,374 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 1374 reviews of 44 Simpson assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Simpson 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

Simpson review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Simpson, SC44 facilities
8.5
Columbia, SC44 facilities
8.5
Lugoff, SC44 facilities

Review subcategories for Simpson 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 1,374 reviews of 44 Simpson assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Simpson 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.
Simpson, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.3
Staff
4.5
4.6
Meals & dining
4.2
4.2
Activities
4.3
4.3
Value for cost*
4.3
4.2
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Simpson assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Simpson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Simpson, 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 Simpson 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 Simpson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Simpson, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
45.6%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.4%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.6%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.8%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.6%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.3%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.2%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.1%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Simpson 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 Simpson Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Simpson, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.3%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.2%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Simpson 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 Simpson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Simpson, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.4%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
29.5%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.4%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.6%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Simpson 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 Simpson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Simpson, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.3%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.5%
37%
Room service
Room service
30.4%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.4%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Simpson 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 Simpson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Simpson, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.2%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.5%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.1%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.7%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.4%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.8%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.1%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
36.8%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
26%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.2%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.6%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in Simpson

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about South Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Simpson protect seniors.
Learn about South Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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