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Memory care in Anderson, SC

5 memory care communities with a state Alzheimer or dementia care license, certificate or special care unit.

Memory care communities
5
in Anderson
Licensed capacity
377
across all 5
Adults 65+
5,142
Census estimate for Anderson
Within 25 miles
17
of the center of Anderson
Memory CareAssisted Living 13Home Care 33Nursing Homes 4Senior Apartments 7
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Assisted LivingMemory Care

Morningside of Anderson

Licensed· South Carolina licensed Health Facilities (ArcGIS layer), license CRC-2132
1304 McLees Rd, Anderson, SC 29621
Capacity88
(864) 964-9088
0.8 mi from city center
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Assisted LivingMemory Care

Summit Place of Anderson

Licensed· South Carolina licensed Health Facilities (ArcGIS layer), license CRC-1151
107 Perpetual Square Dr, Anderson, SC 29621
Capacity89
(864) 222-9880
2.2 mi from city center
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Assisted LivingMemory Care

Garden House

Licensed· South Carolina licensed Health Facilities (ArcGIS layer), license CRC-1437
201 Edgebrook Dr, Anderson, SC 29621
Capacity60
(864) 964-5668
2.3 mi from city center
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Assisted LivingMemory Care

Spring Arbor of Anderson

Licensed· South Carolina licensed Health Facilities (ArcGIS layer), license CRC-2425
3461 N Hwy 81, Anderson, SC 29621
Capacity70
(864) 332-4511
4.8 mi from city center
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Source: South Carolina licensed Health Facilities (ArcGIS layer), as of Oct 17, 2026. Distance is measured from the center of Anderson (U.S. Census Bureau).

Nearby

Memory care communities near Anderson

Counting neighboring towns, there are 17 memory care communities within 25 miles of the center of Anderson, 12 more than in Anderson itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Anderson

See all 17 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Memory care in Anderson at a glance

Anderson has 5 memory care communities in our directory, drawn from South Carolina licensed Health Facilities (ArcGIS layer) records. By size, the most common group is more than 60 residents (4 of 5 that report it).1

By licensed capacity

  • 16 residents or fewer0
  • 17 to 60 residents1
  • More than 60 residents4
Size is the licensed capacity on the public record.1

Licensing and oversight

How memory care is regulated in South Carolina

In South Carolina, the South Carolina Department of Public Health licenses assisted living and other residential care settings. Its public records are the source for the memory care listings on this page.1 Of the 5 memory care communities listed in Anderson, 5 operate a state-licensed special care unit.1

Report a problem
Contact the South Carolina Department of Public Health about a licensed community, or the South Carolina long-term care ombudsman at (803) 734-99002.

Paying for care

Ways to pay for memory care 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 Medicaid waivers pay for care services, not room and board.4 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.5
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.6 The South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs helps with claims (803-734-0200).7
Medicare counseling
South Carolina’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-868-9095.8

Local resources

Local help for families in Anderson

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

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Anderson County9

    1-800-677-1116

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

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Appalachia COG, Region 1 Long Term Care Ombudsman Program2

    864-242-9733

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities in Anderson 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)8

    1-800-868-9095

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs7

    803-734-0200

    Website

  • Medicaid

    South Carolina Medicaid agency3

    Website

  • Dementia support

    Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline10

    1-800-272-3900

    Find the chapter that serves South Carolina.

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about memory care in Anderson

How many memory care communities are in Anderson, SC?

WeFoundCare lists 5 memory care communities in Anderson, SC, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Anderson there are 17.

How many residents can memory care communities in Anderson serve?

5 of the 5 memory care communities report licensed capacity, for a combined 377 residents. The Census Bureau estimates 5,142 adults age 65 and older live in Anderson.

Do memory care communities in Anderson have a state dementia credential?

Every memory care listing on this page has a state record for dementia care: 5 operate a state-licensed special care unit.

Who licenses memory care in South Carolina?

The South Carolina Department of Public Health licenses memory care in South Carolina. You can check a community’s license in the agency’s public records.

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

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

Are there memory care communities near Anderson?

Nearby cities with listings include Clemson (3, 14.7 mi), Hartwell (1, 20.1 mi), Easley (2, 20.9 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing memory care

Other types of care

Other senior care in Anderson

Methodology

About this data

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

  • Listings come from South Carolina licensed Health Facilities (ArcGIS layer), Oct 17, 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 Anderson (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.11
  • Licensed capacity is the figure on the public record; 5 of 5 memory care communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Anderson (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. South Carolina Department of Public Health, Healthcare Quality: South Carolina licensed Health Facilities (ArcGIS layer). services5.arcgis.com/G4BLIH7rTQoIjCFv/arcgis/rest/services/Health_Facilities/FeatureServer/0 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  2. 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.
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. 42 CFR §441.310 via LII: Limits on FFP (room and board excluded from HCBS waiver). law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/42/441.310 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. 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.
  9. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. Alzheimer’s Association: 24/7 Helpline. alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  11. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.