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Senior Care in Florence, South Carolina

Every licensed senior community in the Florence, SC area — evaluated with real federal inspection data, staffing records, and transparent pricing, then ranked by our objective Scout Score. A local advisor can help you compare and tour, free.

13
Communities evaluated
4
Cities covered
3
5-star rated
3.5
Avg CMS rating

Cost of senior care in Florence

Local Florence-area estimates: published state survey medians adjusted for Florence prices. Your advisor will find options that match your budget.

Assisted Living
$4,810/mo median
typical range $3,850–$6,010
Memory Care
$4,670/mo median
typical range $3,740–$5,840
Skilled Nursing
$8,560/mo median
typical range $7,880–$9,710
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)
$4,810/mo median
typical range $2,490–$5,140
Residential Care Home
$4,330/mo median
typical range $3,460–$5,410

2024–2026 published survey medians medians, adjusted to Florence using federal (BEA) regional price data. Methodology

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Florence.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

All 13 communities in Florence, ranked

Ranked by Haven Scout Score — our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety.

Bethea Baptist Healthcare Center in Darlington
1

Darlington, SC · 88 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings

One of Darlington's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $7,880$9,710/mo
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Oakhaven Nursing Center in Darlington
2

Darlington, SC · 88 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

One of Darlington's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $7,880$9,710/mo
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Honorage Nursing Center in Florence
3

Florence, SC · 88 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

One of Florence's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $7,880$9,710/mo
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The Palms at Florence in Florence
4

Florence, SC · 163 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Florence.

Est. $7,880$9,710/mo
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Veteran Village in Florence
5

Florence, SC · 52 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Florence.

Est. $7,880$9,710/mo
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Morrell Nursing Center in Hartsville
6

Hartsville, SC · 154 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Hartsville.

Est. $7,880$9,710/mo
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Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Florenc in Florence
7

Florence, SC · 25 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Fills quickly

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Florence.

Est. $7,880$9,710/mo
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Lake City Scranton Healthcare Center in Scranton
8

Scranton, SC · 88 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Scranton.

Est. $7,880$9,710/mo
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Southland Health Care Center in Florence
9

Florence, SC · 88 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Florence.

Est. $7,880$9,710/mo
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Medford Nursing Center in Darlington
10

Darlington, SC · 88 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Darlington.

Est. $7,880$9,710/mo
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Heritage Home of Florence INC in Florence
11

Florence, SC · 132 beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Florence.

Est. $7,880$9,710/mo
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Faith Healthcare Center in Florence
12

Florence, SC · 104 beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Florence.

Est. $7,880$9,710/mo
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Carlyle Senior Care of Florence in Florence
13

Florence, SC · 88 beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A low federal rating — review the details closely.

Est. $7,880$9,710/mo
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Frequently asked questions

How much does senior living cost in Florence, SC?

In the Florence, SC area, assisted living typically runs $3,850–$6,010/month (median $4,810), memory care $3,740–$5,840/month (median $4,670), and skilled nursing $7,880–$9,710/month (median $8,560) — local estimates built from published survey medians adjusted for area prices. A free Haven advisor can pinpoint exact pricing for communities that fit your budget.

How are the 13 communities on this page rated?

Every skilled nursing community is scored with our Haven Scout Score, a composite built from official CMS Care Compare data — overall star rating, health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures — plus safety signals like fines and citation history. We rank by objective data, not by who pays us.

Is Haven really free for families?

Yes. Haven is always free for families. When we help a family find and move into the right community, that community pays us a referral fee. You never pay anything, and we show every licensed community in the area — not just paying partners.

What's the difference between assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing?

Assisted living helps with daily activities while preserving independence. Memory care is a secured setting with specially trained staff for dementia. Skilled nursing provides 24/7 licensed medical care and rehab. Not sure which fits? Take our free 2-minute care assessment.