Brookdale Harbison is an assisted living community situated in Columbia, South Carolina, offering a blend of personalized care, comfort, and engaging amenities designed to support a vibrant retirement lifestyle. Residents at Brookdale Harbison enjoy the advantage of living in spacious and elegantly appointed accommodations, ranging from cozy private studios to roomy companion suites, each created to ensure a light-filled, comfortable, and home-like atmosphere. This community understands that moving to assisted living should feel like a step forward, not backward, and as such, provides a supportive environment where daily tasks and household chores such as bathing, dressing, dining, and housekeeping are taken care of by a dedicated team. This gives residents the freedom and energy to focus on their personal interests, hobbies, and an active community life.
The community calendar at Brookdale Harbison is filled with varied, fun-filled activities aimed at creating a sense of connection and fulfillment among residents. With access to amenities like a well-stocked library, a modern recreation room, a fitness center, a courtyard, a community living room, and elegant dining facilities, there are ample opportunities to socialize and pursue both relaxation and enrichment. Residents can immerse themselves in weekly movie nights with friends, join the book club, take part in yoga sessions, or express their creativity in crafting classes. The culinary team prepares delicious, restaurant-style meals, allowing residents to indulge in flavorful dining experiences every day without the concern of shopping or meal preparation.
Brookdale Harbison also offers a unique Personal Solutions program, which enables residents and their families to conveniently order essential personal care and hygiene items—such as toothpaste, mouthwash, soap, shaving products, hearing aid batteries, and paper towels—for direct delivery to their apartment. Orders are easy to place, billed directly to the resident’s monthly statement, and delivered discreetly to maintain privacy, whether as recurring shipments or one-time purchases. This thoughtful service supports independence and ensures residents spend less time on errands and more time enjoying the company of friends and loved ones.
Nestled in the heart of Columbia, Brookdale Harbison places residents within easy reach of the city’s lively arts scene, renowned museums, and acclaimed dining destinations. The surrounding area offers a rich array of excursions, from strolling the scenic trails of Harbison State Forest and Three Rivers Greenway, to visiting the South Carolina State Museum and the historic South Carolina State House. Cultural experiences abound with nearby attractions including the Koger Center for the Arts and the McKissick Museum. Whether enjoying the fresh air by Lake Murray Public Park or simply relaxing in the thoughtfully designed communal spaces at home, residents can curate the retirement experience that best suits their interests and lifestyle.
At Brookdale Harbison, the focus is on empowering each individual to live life to the fullest, even in the face of health challenges. The caregiving team works closely with residents to create personalized service plans that balance support with independence, providing assistance with medication management, activities of daily living, and coordination with healthcare providers when needed. This holistic approach helps foster a genuine culture of wellness and vibrant community living, making Brookdale Harbison a place where residents can thrive among friends, surrounded by care, comfort, and opportunity.