The Carolinian offers competitive pricing for its accommodations when compared to both Florence County and the broader context of South Carolina. For instance, a semi-private room at The Carolinian is priced at $1,575, significantly lower than the county average of $2,661 and the state average of $3,243. Similarly, studio apartments are available for $1,980, which is more economical than both the county's rate of $3,256 and the state's rate of $3,649. The trend continues with one-bedroom units priced at $2,310 versus Florence County's average of $3,123 and South Carolina's average of $3,806. Even for two-bedroom units, The Carolinian holds an advantage with a cost of $2,580 compared to the county's $3,752 and the state's $4,337. Overall, The Carolinian provides exceptional value while ensuring quality living standards in a highly competitive market.
Floor plans
The Carolinian
Florence County
South Carolina
Semi-Private
$1,575
$2,661
$3,243
Studio
$1,980
$3,256
$3,649
1 Bedroom
$2,310
$3,123
$3,806
2 Bedrooms
$2,580
$3,752
$4,337
Overall Review of The Carolinian
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Care is priced without tiers
Residents and families describe care options that are not managed through a tiered pricing system.
One recurring point is that assisted-living care is handled through a single set of pricing rather than a tiered structure, which families say reduces uncertainty month to month. Several residents’ needs tied to medication support are also brought up in the same context of getting help in one place. Pricing is also discussed as a value, with at least one family describing an affordability advantage compared with other communities they considered. For those thinking ahead, another review highlights that pricing bundles multiple day-to-day items into a monthly fee.
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Staff communication and attentiveness
Across reviews, families describe staff as helpful, communicative, and attentive to daily needs.
Staff support comes up repeatedly, with residents and families describing clear communication during planning and follow-through after move-in. Multiple reviews mention staff members being welcoming, encouraging, and responsive to questions and requests. Care experiences are described as attentive by several reviewers, including nursing staff visiting and acting as companions. A few reviews also connect staff friendliness with a smooth settling-in experience.
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Meals are often a highlight
Dining is frequently described positively, with residents receiving regular meal service.
Many reviewers praise the quality of meals, describing good cooking, good portions, and menu options residents can choose ahead for the coming week. Several also mention room-to-room meal delivery, including residents receiving meals without complaints. At the same time, at least one reviewer says the food was not to their liking, even while describing the rest of the community favorably. Overall, reviews portray dining as a consistent part of day-to-day life, with both choice and regular service showing up in resident experiences.
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Activities and transportation keep days full
Reviews describe an active schedule with group activities and regular transportation for outings.
Residents and families describe a steady mix of activities such as games, bingo, arts and crafts, music, and religious services. Several reviewers also mention outings and day trips, including scheduled shopping and medical appointments via a bus or transportation support. Even when activities were temporarily paused for COVID in one account, reviews still reference holiday events and other resident programming returning. One family also describes how the community helps coordinate transportation for errands, reinforcing that leaving the building is supported.
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Security and emergency help options
Security measures and emergency call support are mentioned in resident and family experiences.
Some reviews specifically mention security as excellent and include examples like a coordinated fire drill with residents safely returning afterward. Another reviewer highlights an emergency call system that provides instant connection to help, described as available around the clock. For families touring or evaluating the community, this emergency support is positioned as a key reassurance even if it is hoped it will never be needed. Residents also mention being comfortable with their living setup alongside these safety features.
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Features
Housing
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Full kitchen
Garden
Ground floor units
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Outdoor common areas
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Wheelchair accessible showers
Transportation
Florence Regional (2 miles away)
Transportation & parking
Care Services
Ambulatory care
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Dining
Guest meals
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Activities
Activities off-site
Art classes
Bible study group
Catholic services
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Karaoke
Live well programs
Other religious services
Protestant services
Religious services
Visiting chaplain or priest
Wine tasting
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
Hospitals
Regency Hospital (0.2 miles)
Regency Hospital Of Florence (0.2 miles)
Carolinas Rehabilitation Hospital (0.2 miles)
Emergency Department, McLeod Children s Hospital (0.9 miles)
McLeod Regional Medical Center (0.9 miles)
Hospice Mcleod (0.9 miles)
Palmetto Pee Dee Behavioral Health (1 miles)
Restaurants
Wendy's (0.2 miles)
Papa John's Pizza (0.3 miles)
Da Massimo Ristorante Italiano (0.3 miles)
Maryland Fried Chicken (0.4 miles)
Town House Drive-In Restaurant (0.5 miles)
Long Grain Cafe (0.6 miles)
Venus Pancake House (0.8 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
Pharmacy Express (0.7 miles)
Longs Drugs (1.1 miles)
Nobles, Meredith Hopehealth (1.1 miles)
Lowcountry Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
Physicians
Griffin Plastic Surgery (0.2 miles)
Pee Dee Radiology Group (0.4 miles)
Windham Gynecology (0.5 miles)
Dr. William N. Boulware, MD, FACP (0.5 miles)
Internal Medicine Specialists of Florence (0.5 miles)
The Carolinian offers competitive pricing for its accommodations when compared to both Florence County and the broader context of South Carolina. For instance, a semi-private room at The Carolinian is priced at $1,575, significantly lower than the county average of $2,661 and the state average of $3,243. Similarly, studio apartments are available for $1,980, which is more economical than both the county's rate of $3,256 and the state's rate of $3,649. The trend continues with one-bedroom units priced at $2,310 versus Florence County's average of $3,123 and South Carolina's average of $3,806. Even for two-bedroom units, The Carolinian holds an advantage with a cost of $2,580 compared to the county's $3,752 and the state's $4,337. Overall, The Carolinian provides exceptional value while ensuring quality living standards in a highly competitive market.
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1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Full kitchen
Garden
Ground floor units
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Outdoor common areas
Respite or short term stays offered
Wheelchair accessible showers
Florence Regional (2 miles away)
Transportation & parking
Ambulatory care
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Guest meals
Art classes
Bible study group
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Karaoke
Live well programs
Wine tasting
English
24/7 supervision with medication management and restaurant-style dining.
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