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Carolinian
718 S Dargan St, Florence, SC 29506
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Carolinian Description
Welcome to The Carolinian Retirement Community, located in historic downtown Florence, South Carolina. Florence is known as a contemporary Southern Belle of a city and is the county seat of Florence County. The area forms the core of the historical "Pee Dee" region of South Carolina, which includes the eight counties of northeastern South Carolina, along with sections of southeastern North Carolina.
Location, location, location! At The Carolinian, we are a part of your neighborhood – close to medical centers, shopping, entertainment, and, most importantly, – family and friends. Because The Carolinian Retirement Community is situated close to many local places of interest (such as the Florence County Theatre, Florence Museum, and The Florence Symphony) many find it the perfect location to spend their retirement years with easy access to Florence’s social life. For those with a sense of adventure, exploring the City of Florence’s Trail System or maybe catching a race up the road at the Darlington Speedway is maybe more your “speed”. Whether you are looking for Residential Living or Assisted Living apartment homes, The Carolinian is perfectly situated to offer you value and Life Simplified so that you can chase your retirement dreams.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Assisted Living
Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Summary of Reviews for The Carolinian:
- Recent changes in ownership have led to concerns about the displacement of assisted living residents.
- Many families appreciate the all-inclusive pricing for assisted living services, avoiding the uncertainty of tiered pricing systems.
- The staff is highlighted for being helpful, communicative, and accommodating, including conducting assessments at residents' current homes.
- Activities such as card games, movies, and transportation services are well-received, though some activities have been limited due to COVID-19.
- Concerns were raised about dietary restrictions, specifically the inability to accommodate a pureed food diet.
- The community is described as energetic with a good opportunity for social interaction among a larger number of residents.
- Facilities are considered clean and residents have customization options for their living spaces, though some find the building dated.
- Positive feedback on the quality of care, security, and the variety of activities available to residents.
- Some reviews mention excellent management and staff, highlighting their dedication and the positive impact on residents' lives.
- One review mistakenly refers to a hotel experience, which is not relevant to the senior living community.
- There are calls for better management, with some reviews indicating dissatisfaction with the professionalism of the management team.
- Personal stories share satisfaction with the level of care, security measures like fire drills, and the overall environment of the community.
- Guests and residents enjoy the community's offerings, including the food, though one noted a personal preference for different cuisine.
Overall, The Carolinian receives mixed reviews with many families appreciating the care, activities, and staff, while some express concerns about management and dietary restrictions.
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What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Florence which is 0.7 miles away and has a population of 38,228 (mid sized town).
- The average income is $37,409, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 84
- Low Temperature: 48
- Average Temperature: 67.3
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 173 days of rain, 1 days of snow and 190 days of sun
- Precipitation: 2.7 inches a year
- The crime rate is 13.72 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 3.02 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 7.27 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 1.45 incidents per 100 people
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Supermarkets
Aldi
1.9 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
2.1 miles awayHarris Teeter
2.4 miles awayPiggly Wiggly
2.6 miles awayWalmart Neighborhood Market
2.8 miles awayTransportation
Florence
1.0 miles awayNone Found
Banks
Southern State Bank
0.6 miles awayWells Fargo
2.4 miles awayFirst Federal
2.4 miles awayFirst Citizens Bank
2.5 miles awayPNC Bank
2.5 miles awayHospitals
McLeod Regional Medical Center
0.7 miles awayPalmetto Pee Dee Behavioral
0.9 miles awayMedical University of South Carolina: Florence
1.7 miles awayMcLeod Health Darlington
9.7 miles awayLake City Community Hospital
21.0 miles awayPharmacies
Rite Aid
2.3 miles awayCVS
2.8 miles awayWalgreens
2.8 miles awayKJ's Pharmacy
3.2 miles awayWalmart Pharmacy
20.2 miles awayDentists
Bright Start Dental
0.6 miles awayCAROLINA REGIONAL DENTAL
0.7 miles awayK Dargan Flowers, DMD
22.5 miles awayParks
Rainwater Park
0.3 miles awayFlorence
0.3 miles awayTimrod Park
0.5 miles awayLucas Park
0.7 miles awayChase Park
0.7 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Hallmark Square Shopping Center
0.5 miles awayFlorence Mall
2.5 miles awayMagnolia Mall
3.8 miles awayCulture
Florence Little Theatre
0.3 miles awayPerforming Arts Center
0.5 miles awayAmphitheatre
0.5 miles awayCoker College Theatre
21.8 miles awayCenter Theatre
22.1 miles awayRestaurants
Taste Of India
0.6 miles awayTown Hall
0.8 miles awayGroucho's Deli
0.9 miles awayMoe's Southwestern Grill
0.9 miles awayZapatas
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Licensing
This community is licensed by the state of SC. It is a medium-sized community with 38 total beds.Disclaimer
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