Holiday Columbia Pines sits near downtown Columbia, South Carolina, close to places like the governor's mansion, Riverbanks Zoo, and the Columbia Museum of Art, so people who live there can enjoy trips and outings to see the city's highlights, and the facility tries to make everyone feel welcome with friendly staff always around to help. The community takes safety and comfort seriously, with features like wheelchair-accessible showers, safety rails, barrier-free units, walk-in tubs, and the Lively Mobile Plus personal emergency response device that helps residents call for help anytime, whether they're in their apartment, walking in the gardens, or out running errands. Residents have a choice of independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and continuing care options, making it possible for people with different care needs to live in one community, and the staff are known for being attentive and keeping things clean.
Holiday Columbia Pines welcomes men and women 55 or older. There's a pet-friendly policy if residents want to bring their furry friends along, though no smoking's allowed inside private or public areas. The apartments-available as studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom, and some with kitchenettes and walk-in closets-have self-controlled heating and cooling, and some have private patios. Residents can expect weekly housekeeping and linen service, regular maintenance, and meals served three times a day in the restaurant-style dining room, with a private dining area for special occasions or guests, and guests are welcome to join for meals.
There's always something going on, with the Engage Life program providing daily activities like pool in the lounge, card games, art, exercise, and outings into town. For those who want spiritual support, devotional services are held on-site and off-site. The community offers a hair salon and barber shop, library, computer room, business center, gym, activity room, common areas with TV, and covered parking. Outdoor patios and gardens, walking paths, green spaces, and benches give people lots of places to relax, socialize, or get some fresh air. The community has wide hallways, elevators, and easy-to-move floor plans to help people get around.
Residents can use transportation services to get to appointments or go shopping. There's on-site skilled care and memory care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia, with secure environments to help prevent wandering and confusion. People who need help with daily living can get assistance, and outside home health care providers-like FOX Rehabilitation for therapy-can come in for extra help, though some services cost extra.
Utilities like water, sewer, electricity, and basic cable come included in the monthly rent, and there are annual quality reviews along with state regulation to help keep standards high. Residents get to know each other in a worry-free setting with regular events, games, and volunteer opportunities. Tours are available every day from 8am to 8pm for those curious about what life at Holiday Columbia Pines feels like. More information is available at holidayseniorliving.com/retirement-communities/holiday-columbia-pines-columbia-sc.
