If your looking for a job DO NOT APPLY HERE. they lie about gas mileage of pay and short you of…read moreyour check. They lie and say they will give u 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week . waste of time and will fire h for any little thing j do not recommend they sit back and talk about the clients and laugh as if they do not care all they want is your money

My mom had a job interview their yesterday. The lady said she was the only one who did interviews…read more So interview went good she said my mom had the job so she had my mom filling out paperwork and do a mouth swab drug test. Now my mom was told she couldn't speak while the swab was in her mouth. So while she's doing this another lady walks in doesn't introduce herself and just sits down next to the first lady after a couple minutes she whispers something and gets up and walks out. As soon as she leaves the first women all of a sudden tells my mom she was rude and the interview is over and she no longer has the job. My mom removed her mouth swab and apologized and tried to explain that she was told not to talk with swab in her mouth. This pisses me off beyond belief because if you know my mom she is the least rudest person youll ever meet. I think that was so disrespectful and if the second lady had an issue then maybe she should have introduced herself and then addressed the issue. That was just plain RUDE!!!

The Pines has a welcoming atmosphere. Management is ever present and always helpful. Interesting…read moreactivities and outings. Recent visit to the governor's mansion was enjoyed by the residents. My mom loves living there.

From the owner: Award-winning independent senior living awaits you at Holiday Columbia Pines in Columbia, home of…read morethe University of South Carolina. Enjoy three homestyle meals a day, weekly housekeeping and most utilities for one monthly rate. Spacious apartments include a patio or balcony, walk-in tub and kitchenette. You can also arrange for personal care services through a third-party provider. You'll love our amenities and staff. Enjoy daily Engage Life® activities. Nearby, visit vibrant downtown Columbia. Take in events on the USC campus. Tour the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, the South Carolina State House, the Columbia Museum of Art and other attractions. Reserve your Holiday Columbia Pines complimentary lunch or tour today.

This company is a sister company to Still Hopes. Which if you have not heard is the premier…read moreretirement community in Central South Carolina. They bring 4 decades of senior care to the table. We used them for our loved one and they were so helpful. We eventually turned to them as more companion care because the relationship was so strong. If you want it done right with the backing of a Brand like Still Hopes then look no further.

Ramona Britt and her team held my hand every step of the way, from identifying a budget to…read moreselecting properties for me to consider, taking me to properties that fit our needs and wants. She has done all the research ahead of time, knows the properties and their staff, and can answer all the important questions about each property. Then she made the appointments, met me at the properties and helped me to make a decision. My husband is extremely happy after only 6 days in care, and it is obvious that Ramona helped me find the very best situation for him. I do not know how anyone can choose a facility without the expert help of Ramona Britt and Assisted Living Locators of the Midlands!!!

Never, ever let your senior parent or partner try to navigate the terrain of senior living on their…read moreown. There is so much to know and understand about what is the perfect fit for you, your loved one and your budget. Ramona Britt is a caring, heart centered woman who understands the ins and outs of the assisted living and senior care industry. Because she is thoroughly knowledgeable of everything that is available in this market, she will put you at ease knowing that she always has your best interest first and foremost. I highly recommend her and her service to seniors.

This is truly outstanding place for senior independent living. The staff from housekeepers to…read morekitchen staff to management only have the concerns/desires of the residents first and foremost. (A good example happened today. A resident reported being (either positive for or a covid exposee. Quickly, a letter was published and delivered to all residences stating we are all (including staff) to be tested for Covid weekly. This afternoon, I received a phone message directing me to report to the health services for the test. Other (minute) problems have been dealt with quick and professionally. Is there enough to keep one occupied. Yes, if one is interested. Transportation to medical appointments or local shopping is available. The residents, on the whole, seem (to me) to be friendly, outgoing and caring individuals. Is it perfect here - of course not, but, IMO, it is certainly a cut above of other "independent living" facilities in this area. I recently had moved into another facility near here. Absolutely no comparison. When I was first looking for an independent living facility last July, I came across the website for Merrill Gardens. My only thought, at the time, was this place was so new, offered so much - that it was out of my price range, so I, to my regret, did no further price checking. (WHAT A MISTAKE). I wasted 4 months of my time. Are there negative points here. Of course, but they are minimal and easily foreshadowed by the positives. However, the negatives are, IMO, strictly personal. 1) The food, while quite good, is sometimes served lukewarm and 2) sometimes questions are answered differently depending on which member of staff is asked. If I were asked to give Merrill Gardens - Columbia a grade of 0-100%, I would not hesitate to grade it at 97% John Bruneel

From the owner: We offer quality senior living in the heart of one of Columbia's most popular neighborhoods, close…read moreto the downtown core. Explore our quality independent senior living and assisted living lifestyle options from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.