Magnolias of Santee sits along Lake Marion and is surrounded by well-known golf courses, offering a peaceful country feeling for seniors who like calm views and fresh air, and this community is family-owned and run, which gives a steady, familiar touch to daily life. Residents can choose private or companion suites and all the rooms come furnished with all utilities, except the phone, already handled for them, so there's no extra worry, and every room has an emergency alert system for safety. The staff gives what they call 24-hour Tender Loving Care, which means someone is always there to help, whether with moving from bed to chair, helping with bathing or dressing, or handling medication. The nursing team can help with non-ambulatory care, diabetic care like insulin checks, and incontinence care, as well as other needs like grooming, toileting, and even just talking with family and doctors when that's needed, especially for those with doctor's schedules to keep-rides are arranged for appointments and also for outings or shopping trips, and residents don't have to pay extra for these.
There's a part of the community called The Gardens, which offers a safe place with added support for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia, with staff making sure each person stays secure, engaged, and comfortable around the clock. Everyone eats three home-cooked meals every day in a restaurant-style dining room, with options that suit allergies or diabetes, and there's often a Southern twist to the food, with soup or salad if that's preferred, plus snacks any time someone gets hungry. Housekeeping and laundry are looked after, so rooms stay tidy, and the staff supports both independent seniors and those needing more help, and the aides even come out to help people living at home if that's needed. Social life is active, with movie nights, arts and crafts, gardening, devotional activities, and other programs that are sometimes even led by the residents themselves, along with plenty of indoor spaces to visit and chat. There's a barber and salon for everyone, plus walking paths and a garden for those who like being outside, and the medical alert system adds peace of mind in case anything happens.
Magnolias of Santee has earned some recognition for their meals, activities, and friendly staff, with a strong focus on keeping life dignified, southern, and welcoming, making sure everyone feels respected and at home whether they just need a friendly place to live or a much more hands-on level of support.
