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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Simpson, SC

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If you’re looking for independent living in the Simpson area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Simpson. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 6 independent living facilities in Simpson, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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1515 Photos available
9.8
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16 reviews
9.8
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16 reviews
5 star
94%
4 star
6%
3 star
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I am so happy to be here. People are so friendly. The managers make sure our every need is meet..The actives are wonderful. Never a dull moment! Love having someone to play cards with! Have made many new...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Lakeview, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Lake Drive in Columbia. We look forward to opening brand new during the Spring of 2022! Lakeview will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your...
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55 Photos available
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%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
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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99 Photos available
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%
2 star
3%
1 star
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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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 independent living in Simpson, SC

The average cost of senior living in Simpson is $3,299 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Columbia, SC with an average of $3,032 per month.

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

Simpson, SC
$3,299/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

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

$5,300/mo
Independent Living
$3,299/mo

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

Studio
$3,177/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,725/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,731/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.
Independent Living$3,299/mo$3,560/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$4,888/mo$4,884/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$5,300/mo$5,430/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Simpson, SC:$3,299/mo
South Carolina:$3,560/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Simpson, SC:$4,888/mo
South Carolina:$4,884/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Simpson, SC:$5,300/mo
South Carolina:$5,430/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Simpson, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent 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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Independent living cost trends in Simpson, SC

The table below shows how monthly independent 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$3,047/mo$2,930/mo+4.0%
South Carolina$3,359/mo$3,252/mo+3.3%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Simpson, SC
2024 average cost:$3,047/mo
2023 average cost:$2,930/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,359/mo
2023 average cost:$3,252/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Simpson

Recent reviews for independent 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.

Generations of Chapin

5.0
The staff is wonderful, kind, and loving to my mother. She tended greatly to every question and concern I have heard during this covid pandemic. This is a tough time with our loved ones in an assisted living with limited visitation, but they have helped her to be happy. Thank you.

Palmettos of Parklane in Columbia, SC

5.0
The only reason she isn't there now is that she just can't afford it. I really liked the staff, I felt really comfortable with the nursing staff here. They would get a ten if that was an option. Rooms are really nice modern. Just a great place! We just did a short respite stay, but it was a ...
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Simpson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Simpson independent 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 dietary accommodations in Simpson 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 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
18%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.8%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
33%
27.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.2%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.8%
9.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Simpson 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 Simpson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Simpson, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.1%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
39.5%
32.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.8%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Simpson 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 Simpson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Simpson, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.4%
39.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.1%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.4%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.9%
41.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.5%
43.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.3%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.5%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.7%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.5%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.8%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
43.5%
41.3%
Dances
Dances
30.6%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.7%
35.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.7%
40.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Lakeview Retirement Community, Vitality Living Columbia and Harmony at Columbia are the top-rated independent living facilities near Simpson, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 6 independent living facilities near Simpson, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Simpson, South Carolina is Lakeview Retirement Community. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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