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About Highlands Senior Living
Run by Highlands Senior Living Columbia, Highlands Senior Living offers assisted living in the Columbia area (Richland County). It is one of 6 Patriot Angels assisted living partners in Columbia. More assisted living in Columbia.
Care Offered at Highlands Senior Living
Assisted living
Highlands Senior Living offers assisted living services in Columbia, SC.
Assisted living in Columbia →Paying for Highlands Senior Living with VA Benefits
Because Aid & Attendance is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse rather than to Highlands Senior Living, it can go toward the monthly bill here like any other income. Families usually combine it with savings, retirement income, the sale of a home, or long-term care insurance. Highlands Senior Living families can find the benefit amounts and filing rules in our Aid & Attendance fact sheet.
| Household | Maximum Aid & Attendance per month | Left of a $5,216 bill |
|---|---|---|
| Two veterans married, both qualifying | $3,845 | $1,371 |
| Veteran married to a non-veteran | $2,874 | $2,342 |
| Single veteran | $2,424 | $2,792 |
| Surviving spouse | $1,558 | $3,658 |
Compared with the Columbia area average for assisted living of $5,216 a month (NIC MAP data published by Where You Live Matters). That is an area figure, not this community’s price; ask Highlands Senior Living for its rate sheet.
Could VA Benefits Help Pay for Highlands Senior Living?
A wartime veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month toward care at Highlands Senior Living. Answer a few questions to find out at no cost. Our Aid & Attendance application tips cover what VA looks for in a assisted living claim.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (844) 757-3047
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Questions About Highlands Senior Living
Does Highlands Senior Living accept VA Aid & Attendance?
The benefit is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse, not the community, so it can be used toward the bill at any private assisted living community, including Highlands Senior Living.
Does Highlands Senior Living offer memory care?
Memory care is not listed for Highlands Senior Living. Ask the community directly, or compare memory care options nearby.
Can we apply after moving into Highlands Senior Living?
Yes. Many families file after move-in at a community like Highlands Senior Living, and the monthly care cost can help show financial need.
