Brookdale Conway Costs & Pricing
Brookdale Conway offers a range of housing options with monthly costs that reflect its premium services and amenities. For instance, the studio apartments are priced at $4,370, which is significantly higher than the average cost in Horry County at $3,503 and in South Carolina where it stands at $3,649. The one-bedroom units also show a notable difference, priced at $4,910 compared to Horry County's $3,964 and South Carolina's average of $3,806. Additionally, the two-bedroom accommodations at Brookdale Conway are offered for $6,050, a considerable premium over both county and state averages of $4,421 and $4,337 respectively. These figures suggest that while Brookdale Conway may require a larger investment compared to other options in the area and state, residents might benefit from enhanced lifestyle offerings that accompany their choice.
| Floor plans | Brookdale Conway | Horry County | South Carolina |
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| Studio | $4,370 | $3,503 | $3,649 |
| 1 Bedroom | $4,910 | $3,964 | $3,806 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $6,050 | $4,421 | $4,337 |
Overall Review of Brookdale Conway
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11 reviews mention this
Dining quality stands out
Dining is consistently described as a strong point, and residents talk about restaurant-style meal service.
Several residents describe the food as very good, great, or outstanding, and some say they look forward to meals. Reviews also mention a dining experience that feels more like a shared routine with others, including friends and family-style mealtimes. There are also a few mixed notes about preferences day to day and occasional concerns with specific snack or quality details. The community offers restaurant-style dining and room service, which matches how residents frame dining as a daily highlight.
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Staff support feels personal
Care support from staff is frequently described as compassionate and responsive to changing needs.
Many reviewers describe staff as attentive and kind, including calling families when they notice changes and helping with day-to-day requests. Several reviews highlight dementia-specific support from aides and med techs, along with nursing staff that residents or families trust. A few reviewers also mention the staff communicates well and includes residents in group life and activities. Across these comments, staff presence and follow-through are a central reason families felt comfortable with the move.
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8 reviews mention this
Care for dementia gets attention
Residents and families specifically discuss dementia support alongside help with daily care needs.
Reviewers who brought up dementia describe a mix of experiences: some say staff and aides provided strong, loving care and that their loved one stayed engaged with activities. Others warn that dementia care quality depends on the aide experience and that staffing coverage can fall short during nights or weekends. Multiple comments also describe more intensive care needs, including around-the-clock support, and staff responsiveness when something changes. Overall, dementia care shows up as a key theme in both the positive and negative accounts.
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8 reviews mention this
Activities help residents stay busy
Activity programming shows up often, with residents participating in social and structured events.
Several reviews describe residents staying busy through scheduled activities, including games like bingo and group social time. Dementia-related reviews also mention that activities helped keep loved ones engaged, and another review notes movie time and exercise participation. Families also talk about staff encouraging involvement and bringing residents together. The community offers scheduled daily activities and day trips and outings, aligning with how residents describe active days.
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9 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and upkeep are consistent
Residents frequently describe the building and grounds as clean, orderly, and well kept.
Many reviewers say the facility is very clean and that the grounds inside and outside look orderly. Some highlight the space feeling more like home because it is maintained and kept in good condition. A couple of accounts also include care-related housekeeping complaints, such as issues with laundry or day-to-day oversight. Even with those negatives, cleanliness remains one of the most repeatedly mentioned positives.
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4 reviews mention this
Understaffing is a recurring concern
Several residents describe staffing gaps that affected responsiveness and coverage at times.
A number of reviews point to times when staff felt overstretched or short-handed, including weekends and nights. One reviewer also says they had difficulty getting timely follow-up. In dementia-related negative accounts, staffing coverage is tied to missed help and safety concerns when residents were left waiting. While many reviews praise staff, understaffing is still a repeated caveat in the feedback.
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4 reviews mention this
Location feels convenient
Residents mention the community’s location as convenient for families and visits.
Multiple reviewers describe choosing or valuing the community because it is close to home and convenient to reach. Some also describe being able to visit regularly due to the location. The nearby area includes medical providers and major care options within a short drive. For families, that convenience is part of why the move felt practical.
How we summarize
We summarize when many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.
52 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Myrtle Beach International (8 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Art classes
Catholic services
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Karaoke
Comprehensive care (medication management, dressing assistance, meals) with dietary options and reliable connectivity (Wi-Fi and telephone).
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