Forest Lake Manor

Forest Lake Manor in Columbia, SC, sits out in Forest Acres and takes a family-style approach with a warm, homestead setting where residents see an expansive Southern-style front porch, a garden, a courtyard with a tranquil fountain, and a dayroom for relaxing or visits with family, and there's a sunroom and screened porch where residents can unwind. They have both studio and one-bedroom apartments, and every unit has private bathrooms, kitchenettes, cable TV, and emergency call systems, and you can choose furnished or unfurnished apartments, and all buildings have elevators and controlled access for safety, while there's guest parking, resident parking, and walking paths for outdoor exercise. Forest Lake Manor allows pets like cats and dogs in certain areas, and they're attentive about safety with things like secured memory care units, wander-prevention alarms, and staff available round-the-clock, including on-site nurses, caregivers, and a part-time nurse, and they can provide assistance with activities of daily living, managing medication, and behavioral and incontinence care.

They offer many care types all in one place, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care, skilled nursing, adult day services, non-medical home care, Medicare-certified home health care, and hospice care, and their memory care is in a dedicated community, purpose-built with secured walkways and specialized programs for people with Alzheimer's or dementia, plus a team that can support people with wandering risks or physical behaviors. Forest Lake Manor supports an active lifestyle, with a full calendar coordinated by a full-time Activity Director and more than 200 monthly programs, plus the Engage Life® activities that aim to keep residents involved socially, culturally, educationally, and spiritually, and there's a card and game room, residents' lounge, a library, and fitness and wellness offerings that include Tai Chi, stretching, yoga, and brain fitness. There are also regular outings for shopping or appointments since transportation is provided, and they do have short-term stay options too.

Food is served restaurant-style every day, with chef-prepared meals and options for vegetarian diets, low sodium, low sugar, and special requests, and families or guests can join for meals if they'd like. Residents can come and go for salon services and barber visits, and there are regular visits from outside specialists like physical, occupational, and speech therapists, as well as on-site RNs, LPNs, and medication technicians. Their housekeeping and maintenance team handles cleaning, laundry, and repairs, and there's cable, internet access, on-site beauty services, and several quiet corners outdoors for reading or visiting, along with indoor spaces for watching TV or enjoying the company of others.

Forest Lake Manor is locally owned and puts attention on personal care and maintaining a neighborly feeling, and they will help families figure out which level of support fits best by offering guidance and local surveys from the Department of Aging or Veteran's Services if needed. The community is a licensed Community Residential Care Facility, has 60 licensed beds, and isn't necessarily certified for Medicare or Medicaid payments unless otherwise noted, so pricing and payment questions get discussed in person with the team. Forest Lake Manor sits near medical offices and hospitals for quick access to health care as needed, and the grounds are laid out for comfort, security, and easy movement, making it simpler for residents to stay active and connected if they want to, with several options for lifestyle, support, and care all in the same campus.

Forest Lake Manor is managed by Atria Senior Living.

Atria Senior Living, founded in 1996 and headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, is one of North America's largest senior living providers, operating more than 230 communities across 38 U.S. states and seven Canadian provinces. Serving approximately 35,000 residents and employing over 10,000 staff members, Atria has grown from managing 20 communities to become a leader in the senior living industry with over $1.3 billion in revenue under management.

The company offers a comprehensive range of care options including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays through multiple brands: Atria Senior Living, Holiday by Atria, Atria Retirement Canada, Atria Signature Collection, and Coterie Senior Living (a joint venture with Related Companies). Their communities are particularly concentrated along the east and west coasts, with significant presence in major metropolitan areas including New York, California, Toronto, Boston, Houston, Atlanta, Dallas, Seattle, and Portland.

Atria's philosophy centers on their belief that "People belong together®," emphasizing connection and creating homes where residents can thrive regardless of their care needs. Their signature Engage Life® program provides daily opportunities for residents to learn, socialize, stay fit, and achieve personal goals. Since 2004, Atria's pioneering Quality Enhancement program has set industry standards through bi-annual unannounced audits, focusing on both clinical excellence and resident experience.

The company's commitment to excellence has earned widespread recognition, including over 120 prestigious industry awards in 2023 alone. Notably, 49 communities received top-tier recognition awards – more than any other senior living provider nationwide. Since 2018, Atria communities have averaged less than one deficiency per state survey, demonstrating their consistent dedication to quality care and regulatory compliance. This award-winning approach, combined with their innovative in-house marketing and comprehensive employee recognition programs, positions Atria as a trusted leader in senior living solutions.