Presbyterian Home Of South Carolina-Columbia, also known as Laurel Crest, is a senior living community situated in Lexington, South Carolina. The facility is part of the Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina network and offers a continuum of care that includes independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services. Primarily functioning as a nursing home with the additional services of a continuing care retirement community, Laurel Crest provides residents with the ability to transition between levels of care as their needs change. The community features a campus setting with amenities and accommodations designed for older adults seeking various types of support.
The care and medical support available at Laurel Crest encompasses specialized wellness programs and outpatient rehabilitation services. The wellness program emphasizes maintaining residents’ physical, emotional, and social well-being through tailored health activities, exercise classes, and regular health assessments. Outpatient rehabilitation services at the facility are designed to support recovery and improve residents’ functional abilities, offering therapies such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy according to individual care plans.
Resident and family review summaries indicate a wide variation in experiences with care quality and staff support at Laurel Crest. Some reviewers report significant concerns related to care for high-need residents, including inadequate supervision, communication issues, and incidents of pressure injuries. Staffing shortages and turnover are frequently mentioned, with former staff commenting on the negative impact of these challenges on resident wellbeing and on workplace culture. Conversely, other families and residents share positive feedback, citing compassionate and skilled staff, particularly in the memory care and assisted living units, as well as an inclusive atmosphere and strong communication from administrators. The range of feedback suggests that care quality at Laurel Crest can vary between units and over time, and may depend on individual staff members as well as broader staffing levels. As of mid-2024, no major changes or recent developments have been reported for this community.
Costs at this community start at $1,800 and range up to $6,585. The average price in the community is $4,192, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,477. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
