Life Care Center of Columbia, South Carolina

Life Care Center of Columbia, South Carolina, is a nursing home that offers short-term and long-term care for seniors who need 24-hour nursing and personal assistance, with special memory care for older adults with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, in a secure environment that helps minimize confusion and prevent wandering, and the care team really focuses on providing housing and therapies matched to each person's needs, especially for those with memory problems, and folks living there can choose private, semi-private, or suite rooms that come with handy things like housekeeping, safety features, kitchenettes, washers and dryers, and cable TV, with monthly rates depending on room type. The building's got a home-like feel, with places like an activities room, guest parking, dining room, and a fitness center, plus WiFi throughout, while meals get made from quality ingredients and staff care about making them healthy and enjoyable, and they really keep people busy with programs like arts and crafts, social events, health and wellness classes, and group activities, which help keep minds and bodies active every day. The center's got a strong reputation-recognized for friendly service and a caring atmosphere with awards like Best of Senior Living-and folks often mention how helpful, joyful, and kind the staff are, which makes the community feel welcoming, and the care team works with each resident to make individual care plans based on personal needs and goals, always with 24/7 nursing supervision. For medical help, the center provides wound care, podiatry, medication support, skilled nursing, and uses advanced machines like the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill and Biodex Balance System SD for both inpatient and outpatient rehab, so those recovering from surgery or injuries benefit from up-to-date therapy. Transportation for appointments is scheduled by the center, personal care includes help with dressing, bathing, grooming, and toileting, plus there's an in-house therapy team that delivers physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and they offer post-operative care, recovery, and long-term living depending on what each person needs. Prospective residents and families can take a tour, get a brochure with more details, or check the facility out on its website or Facebook page, and there's a gallery section for a closer look at what life looks like at the center. The whole place, which is managed by Peterson Mirville and located at 2514 Faraway Drive in Columbia, is state-licensed by both CMS and SC DHEC, offering care to seniors from across Richland County, focusing on helping people heal and feel supported in a setting that aims to feel like home.