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Also known as the Emerald City, Greenwood, South Carolina, is a picturesque suburban community that’s home to 23,403 residents, including 3,395 senior citizens. Although Greenwood stands out for its pleasant small-town charm, the area has an impressive arts and culture scene that includes the annual South Carolina Festival of Flowers and the South Carolina Festival of Discovery, which is held in Uptown. Greenwood is a hot spot for fishing and golfing with five local courses and several lakes, including the 11,000-acre Lake Greenwood reservoir. Pleasant year-round weather and a reasonable cost of living make Greenwood an ideal location for retirees.
The cost of assisted living in this community is $2,800 per month, which is well below the state and national averages. Local residents can choose from 20 senior living facilities that offer a rich array of amenities and services.
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As part of the Greenville metropolitan area, Greenwood’s monthly assisted living costs of $2,800 are $1,188 lower than the state average and $1,500 lower than the national average. Rates are also low when compared to other Southeastern states. Seniors in Tennessee pay $1,239 more, and rates in North Carolina are $1,000 higher. Greenwood is $900 more affordable than Florida and $700 more affordable than Georgia.
Greenwood and the larger Greenville metropolitan statistical area are among the most affordable communities for assisted living in the state. Average monthly prices of $2,800 are significantly lower than other major cities, such as Columbia, Florence and Spartanburg where rates are lower than the national average of $4,300 and higher than the state median of $3,988. Although Charleston is more affordable than average, seniors in this historic community pay $800 more per month for assisted living.
South Carolina Healthy Connections pays for one-on-one care, companionship and personal care attendants through the Program for All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly (PACE) or the Community Choices HCBS waiver. Individuals must require a nursing home level of care, meet Medicaid financial eligibility criteria and live in a residential setting to qualify. Assistance with room and board may be available through Supplemental Security Income.
Learn more about these programs and the eligibility requirements on our Assisted Living in South Carolina page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Upper Savannah Council of Governments | (864) 941-8075 | The Upper Savannah Council of Governments serves as the Aging and Disability Resource Center and Area Aging on Aging for seniors in Greenwood and surrounding counties. It’s home to the regional long-term care ombudsman who advocates for the rights of assisted living residents. It also offers Medicare insurance counseling and case management services to help qualifying seniors access residential care and related supports. |
| Greenwood County Veteran’s Affairs Office | (864) 450-9268 | This county agency works with veterans and dependents who want to learn more about available benefits or who need help applying for these programs. In addition to ensuring that local veterans have access to VA medical care and transportation, officers assist with pensions, disability payments and applications for Aid & Attendance, a benefit that can be used for assisted living or personal care. |
| South Carolina 211 | 211 | Sponsored by the United Way Association of South Carolina, 211 is a comprehensive resource for seniors and families who want to learn more about available programs and services in the local area. It provides information about senior services, health care, income support, mental and behavioral health, housing, tax preparation assistance and government services. |
| South Carolina Legal Services | (864) 223-4879 | Since 2002, SCLS has been providing pro bono civil legal services to low-income families statewide. Its Greenwood office, which is located on West Cambridge Avenue, focuses on legal issues related to essential services, such as housing and health care. It offers a variety of elder law resources to assist with wills, estate planning, advance directives and elder abuse prevention. The organization provides informational services, self-help guides and direct representation in certain cases. |
| Piedmont Agency on Aging | (864) 223-0164 | The Piedmont Agency on Aging is a vital lifeline for seniors who need help with transportation and meal preparation. In addition to providing congregate meals and Meals on Wheels deliveries, it provides transportation for up to 300 seniors per day. Rides are available for medical appointments, shopping and errands. It also sponsors educational seminars, recreational activities and a foster grandparent program. |
| Ninety-Six Senior Center | (864) 543-4999 | The Ninety-Six Senior Center is one of six congregate meal sites supported by the Piedmont Agency on Aging. It offers communal meals, as well as recreational activities, special events and visits from guest speakers who cover various topics related to healthy aging. The center is open to residents aged 60 and older, Monday through Friday. |
Community residential care facilities in Greenwood are bound by the regulations and rules set forth by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Bureau of Health Facility Licensing. To learn more about these laws and regulations, visit our Assisted Living in South Carolina page.
