Laurel Crest Retirement Community

Laurel Crest Retirement Community sits along the banks of the Saluda River and is owned and operated by the First Presbyterian Church as a not-for-profit, faith-based Life Plan Community that welcomes seniors of all faiths, and you'll find that the buildings have a traditional nursing home feel, but with comfortable common areas and well-kept gardens that many residents enjoy walking through or just sitting in to watch the river go by, and the place offers a full range of living options-there are cottages and apartments for people looking for independent living, then there's assisted living and skilled nursing care, plus a special unit for Alzheimer's disease and dementia-related needs, and if someone doesn't need to move in fully, there are home care services and rehabilitation available too, and if you have a guest come visit, there are guest rooms for overnight stays, which a lot of families find handy. Staff provide 24-hour nursing care and there's always housekeeping, maintenance, and meal preparation done for you, while transportation services can help get folks to appointments or outings, and one thing the staff do here is keep track of how much water each resident drinks, which helps them make sure everyone's healthy, especially older folks who might forget to drink enough. The community feels close-knit, with plenty of camaraderie, and residents can join in on all kinds of activities, from board games, card games, and movie nights to theater trips and special events, and there's both community-sponsored programming and resident-run clubs, so staying busy is easy-you'll find an arts room for painting or crafts, walking paths, and even a garden, plus barber and beauty salon services so residents don't have to go off campus for a haircut, and the dining rooms serve tastefully prepared meals every day. Safety is a focus too, with fire alarm and security systems throughout, and emergency alert buttons are available, and the building and grounds are kept up with on-site maintenance and repair. For medical needs, Laurel Crest offers specialized healthcare services like diabetic care, non-ambulatory care for folks who can't walk, and incontinence support, along with help for daily needs such as bathing, dressing, and managing medications; there's also memory care that's set up to keep residents safe and lessen confusion, often with alarms and staff close by to help prevent wandering for those with dementia or Alzheimer's. Housekeeping, laundry, and move-in coordination help take the hassle out of living here, and there's even home care with trained aides who provide companionship and non-medical help to residents who want to stay in their own space. Laurel Crest follows a code of conduct about resident rights, honest billing, legal compliance, and quality healthcare, and the nonprofit mission focuses on enriching the quality of life for seniors, supporting not only their physical needs but social, emotional, and spiritual ones too, with programs that encourage wellness in eight different areas of life. Amenities include furnished rooms, community spaces, parking, and personalized care, and there's a photo gallery on hand if you want to see more about daily life here, though folks say what stands out most is the sense of community and the continuum of care through every stage of aging, so someone can come in active and independent and get more help as they need it over the years.