




Bethea Baptist
157 Home Ave., Darlington, SC 29532
Bethea Retirement Community stands out as a Christ-centered mission in the PeeDee region of South Carolina, dedicated to fostering a sense of family among residents and staff. As part of the South Carolina Baptist Ministries of Aging, Bethea has been nurturing an atmosphere of abundant living for seniors since 1954. This community is designed to support its residents' changing needs through various living options, which include independent and assisted apartments, cottages, a rehab center, and a skilled nursing facility. With a focus on meaningful, purposeful, and joyful living, Bethea Retirement Community promotes the spiritual, social, and physical welfare of each resident in a homelike environment.
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Community Details
The spirit of community at Bethea Retirement Community is deeply rooted in its Christ-centered mission, where residents enjoy the freedom from home ownership burdens and the joy of forming close-knit relationships. The community includes a Southern Baptist church, fostering an environment where many residents, including former pastors, missionaries, and church members, find fulfillment in continued service. Accommodating the changing needs of its residents, Bethea offers peace of mind with its comprehensive living options and ensures that each person feels secure in their future care.
Details
- Christ-centered mission
- Southern Baptist affiliated
- Peace of mind
- Comprehensive living options
Food and Dining
Culinary delights are a cornerstone at Bethea Retirement Community, where residents indulge in southern-style dining. A wide selection of meats and sides cater to diverse palates, and communal meals serve as an essential time for residents to unite and share in the daily happenings of the community, thus reinforcing the familial ties that Bethea prizes.



Dining
- Southern-style Dining
- Wide Selection of Meats and Sides
- Communal Meals
Amenities
Residents of Bethea Retirement Community benefit from an array of amenities designed to enhance their living experience. An aquatics center, complete with aquatic therapy and wellness exercise opportunities, is available for residents and their families. The community also boasts an on-campus primary care office associated with HopeHealth, Inc., a church for worship and spiritual growth, extensive activities and social opportunities, and various services akin to a small town, such as a library, beauty and barber shop, country store, massage therapist, bistro, and more.



Amenities
- Christ-centered mission
- Southern Baptist affiliated
- Peace of mind
- Comprehensive living options
- Aquatics Center
- Aquatic Therapy
- HopeHealth Primary Care Office
- Church Services
- Activities and Social Opportunities
- Library
- Beauty and Barber Shop
- Country Store
- Massage Therapist
- Bistro
Activities
Activities
A vibrant lifestyle awaits residents at Bethea Retirement Community, where an active calendar is filled with events and excursions. Shopping trips, beach outings, and local lunch experiences are merely a glimpse of what keeps residents engaged. The contribution of an activities coordinator ensures that there are plentiful options for residents to experience laughter, joy, and the warmth of community through shared interests and socialization.



Amenities
- Events
- Excursions
- Shopping Trips
- Beach Outings
- Lunch Experiences
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