Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) · Richland County

Community Residential Care Facilitys in Columbia, South Carolina

Columbia has 20 licensed community residential care facilities, ranging from 5 to 25 beds. 1 of them is licensed for memory care. Every home here is verified against South Carolina Department of Public Health (SC DPH) records for Richland County.

Families in South Carolina typically pay $3,200 to $5,200 per month for a shared room and $4,200 to $6,500 for a private room. Estimate your cost or learn how community residential care facilities work.

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Common questions about care homes in Columbia

How many community residential care facilities are in Columbia, South Carolina?
Columbia has 20 licensed community residential care facilities in Richland County. Statewide, South Carolina licenses 188 small residential care homes.
How much does a community residential care facility in Columbia cost?
Across South Carolina, a shared room in a small licensed care home typically runs $3,200 to $5,200 per month and a private room $4,200 to $6,500, based on 2026 Genworth Cost of Care Survey figures and operator data. The exact rate depends on care needs, so use our free cost estimator for a personalized figure.
Who licenses community residential care facilities in Columbia?
South Carolina Department of Public Health (SC DPH) licenses and inspects every community residential care facility in Columbia. You can verify any home's license status in the official state database before you tour.
Do any care homes in Columbia offer memory care?
Yes. 1 of the 20 licensed homes in Columbia is licensed for memory care. Use the care level filter above to see them.
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