Windrush at Garden City

Care Levels

Assisted Living — Certified caregivers are on duty 24 hours a day and assist residents with bathing, dressing, daily living support, medication reminders and management, and mobility and wheelchair assistance. Each resident has an emergency pendant for calling assistance. A part-time nurse is on staff, and physical therapy and rehabilitation services are available on-site.

Memory Care — Windrush at Garden City markets assisted living and memory care services. Families are encouraged to contact the community directly to confirm the current scope of dementia and memory care programming and any secure infrastructure available.

Respite Care — Short-term stays are available for seniors recovering from illness or surgery, or for families who need temporary caregiver relief.

Hospice — On-site hospice services are available in coordination with Agape Care Hospice, allowing residents to remain in the community at end of life.

Living Options

Residents choose from studio suites and one-bedroom apartments. Each unit includes a kitchenette or refrigerator and plantation-style blinds, and is described as generously sized and home-like. Residents are encouraged to bring their own furniture and personal items to personalize their space. The building features secured entry for resident safety.

Amenities

Dining

• Three chef-prepared meals daily plus snacks, served restaurant-style
• Vegetarian and other dietary accommodations available
• Room service option
• Guests welcome to dine with residents
• Café or bistro on-site

Recreation & Wellness

• Fitness and wellness classes
• TV lounge and library
• Outdoor garden, patio, and courtyard
• Meeting and gathering spaces
• Beauty and barber salon on-site (additional cost)
• Devotional and religious services on-site

Personal Services

• Weekly housekeeping, laundry, and linen service
• Physical therapy and rehabilitation on-site
• Transportation to physician appointments and local excursions

Programs & Activities

Windrush maintains a structured daily social calendar designed to keep residents connected, engaged, and active. Programming includes music, games, book clubs, gardening, arts and crafts, seasonal events, and movie nights. Fitness and wellness activities are offered regularly, and off-site excursions to local destinations are organized throughout the year.

Payment & Pricing

Pricing varies by apartment size and care level. One directory lists a starting price of approximately $3,295/month; another source estimates costs beginning around $4,910/month, which may reflect higher care levels or more recent data. An on-site Family Advisor works with families on individualized pricing. Families should call or visit for a specific quote.

Community & Setting

Windrush at Garden City sits in Murrells Inlet — often called the Seafood Capital of South Carolina — between Myrtle Beach and Restaurant Row. The single-story property is surrounded by live oak trees with Spanish moss and palm-lined paths. Nearby attractions include the MarshWalk waterfront district, Brookgreen Gardens, Garden City Beach, fishing charters, golf courses, and waterfront dining and shopping, all within a short drive.

Ownership & Management

The community is owned by Windrush at Garden City LLC and managed by Mainstay Senior Living, a privately held, Florida-based regional senior living organization. It has operated at the same address under previous names, including Agape Assisted Living at Garden City and Carolina Gardens at Garden City, before transitioning to its current name and management.

Reviews & Reputation

Windrush is reviewed on Caring.com and SeniorCare.com. Common positive themes include caring and helpful staff, good food choices, a comfortable and inviting atmosphere, and smooth move-in transitions. Occasional concerns mention housekeeping consistency, dated carpet, and room size.