Six Mile Assisted Living

    120 S Main St, Six Mile, SC, 29682
    4.2 · 5 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    2.0

    Comfortable room but staff inconsistent

    I live here and have mixed feelings. My private room is comfortable with a TV, nurses and some staff are genuinely caring, administration is available, and there are crafts, bingo and exercise/dance in the living room. But restrooms are not kept clean-I've seen poop on the floor-there are alleged privacy/HIPAA issues and other staff misconduct that I think warrant investigation, and one staff member is openly unfriendly. Common and dining areas are small, crowded and not upgraded, phone access is limited, and outside visitors often take over the TV area, pushing residents out. Overall staff quality is inconsistent: some go the extra mile, others do not.

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.20 · 5 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.0
    • Staff

      3.5
    • Meals

      3.0
    • Amenities

      3.0
    • Value

      3.0

    Pros

    • Staff who take extra steps to help residents feel at home
    • Administrative help available
    • Comfortable private rooms with TVs
    • Attentive staff and caring nurses
    • Friendly interactions with some staff
    • On-site activities reported (crafts, bingo, exercise, dance)
    • Small community atmosphere
    • Outdoor areas described as fine
    • Friends visit to enjoy TV programs
    • Food described as okay/fine

    Cons

    • Mixed staff quality; some staff reportedly unfriendly or unhelpful
    • Allegations of staff misconduct and calls for investigation
    • Reports of kicking residents out (evictions)
    • Alleged HIPAA/privacy violations
    • Cleanliness problems (restroom issues, feces reported on floor)
    • Dining area small and crowded
    • Common area small and crowded
    • Facility not upgraded; lacks new features
    • Conflicting reports about activities (some say none)
    • Limited phone access for residents
    • Inconsistent level of care across shifts/staff
    • Some reviews indicate inside conditions only 'decent' despite good outdoors

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across these reviews is mixed, with clear strengths in individual caregiver engagement and weaknesses in facility infrastructure, consistency of staff behavior, and significant safety and privacy concerns reported by some reviewers. Many reviewers appreciate the personal touches from certain caregivers — named as attendants, nurses, or administrative staff — who go out of their way to make residents feel at home. The community is small, which can foster friendliness and personal attention; private rooms with TVs are frequently noted as comfortable, and some residents receive administrative help that families value. Several reviewers also mentioned social activities such as crafts, bingo, exercise, and dance happening in the common living room, and friends often visit specifically to watch TV with residents. Food is generally described as acceptable, with multiple mentions of the meals being “okay” or “fine.” Outdoor spaces are described positively in at least one review, suggesting outdoor areas may be adequate even if interior spaces are less impressive.

    Care quality and staff behavior are prominent, mixed themes. On the positive side reviewers highlight attentive staff and caring nurses who interact warmly with residents. However, these positive impressions are tempered by multiple reports of inconsistent staff quality — some staff are described as unfriendly or unhelpful — leading to variable experiences depending on shift or personnel. There are also serious allegations from some reviewers including claims of staff misconduct, privacy (HIPAA) violations, and even reports of residents being kicked out. These allegations prompted calls for investigation from reviewers; while the reviews do not provide documented outcomes, the presence of such serious claims is a notable negative signal that families and oversight bodies would likely want to verify and address.

    Facility and cleanliness issues appear in several reviews. The common areas and dining room are repeatedly described as small and crowded, which can limit social comfort and accessibility. The interior is characterized as only “decent” by some reviewers and as not upgraded or lacking modern features by others. More concerningly, at least one review reports a serious cleanliness lapse in a restroom with feces on the floor — a specific instance that raises red flags about sanitation practices and supervision. Limited phone access was also mentioned, which can affect residents’ ability to communicate with family and emergency services; this is an operational concern that impacts daily life and family reassurance.

    Dining and activities show conflicting impressions. Several reviews list organized activities (crafts, bingo, exercise, dance) and friendly TV viewing opportunities that residents and visitors enjoy. These activities contribute positively to quality of life for some residents. Conversely, other reviews state there are no activities, indicating inconsistency in programming or in how well activities are communicated or staffed. The dining experience itself is affected by space constraints: food is generally considered acceptable, but the dining area being small and crowded reduces dining comfort and could present logistical challenges for meal service and social interaction.

    Management, safety, and policy concerns are a consistent pattern among the more negative comments. Allegations of privacy violations and staff misconduct, along with reports of residents being removed from the facility, suggest potential lapses in resident rights protections and facility oversight. These are serious issues that warrant further inquiry by families or regulators to determine whether they are isolated incidents or symptoms of systemic problems. At the same time, the presence of caring nurses and helpful administrative staff in other reviews suggests that while parts of the operation are functioning well, there is inconsistent performance and potential gaps in training, supervision, or policy enforcement.

    In summary, Six Mile Assisted Living presents a combination of strengths and risks according to reviewers. Positive aspects include individualized caregiver attention, a small-community feel, comfortable private rooms with TVs, some organized activities, and generally acceptable food. The main areas of concern are inconsistent staff behavior, serious allegations regarding misconduct and privacy, sanitation lapses, cramped interior common spaces, limited phone access, and uneven activity programming. These mixed reports suggest the facility may provide very good care for some residents depending on staff assignment and timing, but there are significant red flags that families should investigate further — especially the allegations about privacy violations, evictions, and cleanliness — before making placement decisions.

    Location

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    About Six Mile Assisted Living

    Six Mile Assisted Living, which is also called Six Mile Retirement, sits in a Salem, SC neighborhood where you'll meet Black, Asian, Hispanic, and White residents, so you'll probably feel right at home if you like seeing all kinds of people around you. The community covers both assisted living and independent living, and it's licensed for Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing Facility care under South Carolina rules. It's a good size, with 41 beds and a range of different rooms, like studios or one- and two-bedroom layouts, all furnished and including telephones for staying in touch. Six Mile Assisted Living accepts payments through Medicaid and Medicare, which can be important if you need those options.

    There's an emergency alert system both in the rooms and in the common areas, and a 24-hour call system with staff always around, so folks who might need help during the night or day can feel safer. Six Mile handles non-ambulatory care for those who need more medical attention, and offers memory care for residents with dementia or Alzheimer's. The nursing and wellness team stays onsite, helping with medication management, bathing, dressing, transfers, and other daily activities, and you can get help that matches your needs, whether it's a little or a lot.

    The food service staff prepares meals each day and pays attention to special needs, making sure folks with allergies or diabetes can safely eat, and you'll get regular housekeeping, laundry, and even dry cleaning to cut down on chores. There's plenty to do, too, with things like movie nights, activities that residents run themselves, and a daily schedule that gives everyone a chance to join in. Shared spaces include a library, walking paths, a barber and salon, a community garden, an art room, a game room, and a theater. Transportation and move-in help are available, so it's easier when you arrive or if you need to get out for a doctor's visit. Six Mile Assisted Living's design encourages people to socialize, but if you want privacy, there's room for that, too.

    The whole place is made for seniors to stay as independent as possible while still having support. Staff members give care based on each resident's needs, and the community works hard to create a safe, friendly environment. Six Mile Assisted Living has an 8.8 out of 10 rating, which seems to be the highest in the city. Overall, this facility offers a steady range of services and amenities to help seniors live with dignity and comfort.

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