Kiva Lodge is an assisted living community in Blythewood, SC.
Information last verified:
200 Claude Bundrick Road, Blythewood, SC 29016
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
The outdoor grounds are a consistently mentioned highlight.
Many reviews focus on the look and feel of the outdoor areas, including the park-like setting and scenic views. Residents and visitors also describe taking walks on site and enjoying the landscaping, ponds, and fountains. This lines up with what the community offers, including outdoor space, a garden, and scheduled daily activities.
Reviews repeatedly mention staff who are friendly and helpful.
A recurring theme is the way staff show up in the details—being welcoming, friendly, and professional. Several reviews describe staff as accommodating and going above and beyond when help was needed. The community also explicitly provides daily living support and assistance with activities of daily living, which fits with why families look to staff for help.
Clean, well-maintained spaces are a frequent point of praise.
Multiple reviews mention cleanliness and upkeep, including well-maintained grounds and clean bathrooms. Some describe the property as organized and “spot on,” tying cleanliness to an easier experience on-site. This matches the community’s housekeeping services and the overall emphasis on maintaining shared spaces.
Many reviews read like feedback about events more than daily care.
A large portion of the reviews describe weddings, parties, and other events held on-site, with praise centered on the venue and grounds. While the community does include community-sponsored and scheduled daily activities, the written comments may not reflect residents’ day-to-day assisted living experience. If you’re evaluating care and support, it may help to look for reviews that specifically describe support needs and routines.
How we summarize
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5 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Columbia Metropolitan (22 miles away)
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities Scheduled daily activitiesKiva Lodge is located at 200 Claude Bundrick Road, Blythewood, SC 29016 in Richland County, South Carolina
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