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Independent living in Spartanburg, SC

1 independent living community and continuing care retirement communities from public records.

Independent living community
1
in Spartanburg
Units
27
across all 1
Adults 65+
6,716
Census estimate for Spartanburg
Within 25 miles
5
of the center of Spartanburg
Independent LivingAssisted Living 11Memory Care 6Home Care 48Nursing Homes 9Senior Apartments 7
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Source: CMS Care Compare, Nursing Home Provider Information, processed Sep 1, 2026. Distance is measured from the center of Spartanburg (U.S. Census Bureau).

Nearby

Independent living communities near Spartanburg

Counting neighboring towns, there are 5 independent living communities within 25 miles of the center of Spartanburg, 4 more than in Spartanburg itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Spartanburg

See all 5 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Independent living in Spartanburg at a glance

There is one independent living community in Spartanburg, SC, according to CMS Care Compare records.1

Licensing and oversight

How independent living is regulated in South Carolina

Independent living is housing. Any assisted living, memory care or nursing care offered on the same campus is licensed separately; in South Carolina, residential care is licensed by the South Carolina Department of Public Health.2

Paying for care

Ways to pay for independent living in South Carolina

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The South Carolina Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 South Carolina Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.4
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.5 The South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs helps with claims (803-734-0200).6
Medicare counseling
South Carolina’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-868-9095.7

Local resources

Local help for families in Spartanburg

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Spartanburg County8

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Spartanburg County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Appalachia COG, Region 1 Long Term Care Ombudsman Program9

    864-242-9733

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities in Spartanburg County.

  • Report abuse or neglect

    South Carolina Adult Protective Services

    1-888-227-3487

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)7

    1-800-868-9095

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs6

    803-734-0200

    Website

  • Medicaid

    South Carolina Medicaid agency3

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about independent living in Spartanburg

How many independent living communities are in Spartanburg, SC?

WeFoundCare lists 1 independent living community in Spartanburg, SC, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Spartanburg there are 5.

How many units can independent living communities in Spartanburg serve?

1 of the 1 independent living communities report units, for a combined 27 units. The Census Bureau estimates 6,716 adults age 65 and older live in Spartanburg.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Spartanburg?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Spartanburg County, call 864-242-9733. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call South Carolina Adult Protective Services at 1-888-227-3487.

Are there independent living communities near Spartanburg?

Nearby cities with listings include Inman (1, 11.5 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing independent living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Spartanburg

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Listings come from CMS Care Compare (Nursing Home Provider Information), Sep 1, 2026.1 A listing appears under the city on its license or certification address.
  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Spartanburg (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.10
  • Units is the figure on the public record; 1 of 1 independent living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Spartanburg (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Nursing Home Provider Information. data.cms.gov/provider-data/dataset/4pq5-n9py Accessed Sep 1, 2026.
  2. South Carolina Department of Public Health, Healthcare Quality. services5.arcgis.com/G4BLIH7rTQoIjCFv/arcgis/rest/services/Health_Facilities/FeatureServer/0 Accessed .
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.