About Us
Located in the heart of the Pee Dee region in Darlington, South Carolina, Bethea Retirement Community has welcomed seniors as family for generations. Today, our thriving 145-acre campus offers a comprehensive continuum of care—including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, and Rehabilitation—all designed to provide peace of mind and support for you and your loved ones. As a Life Plan Community, Bethea is equipped to support the changing needs of residents without requiring them to relocate, so residents enjoy the security and peace of mind of knowing their future needs will be met right here at home.
The spirit of community is the heartbeat of Bethea. From the moment you arrive, the close-knit relationships among residents and staff foster the unmistakable feel of being welcomed by family. Our community fosters an atmosphere of living, not retiring—an environment of continued service, purpose, and connection where residents come together, worship together, and serve together throughout the community and the surrounding area. It’s not just the place, it’s the people; our residents are pleasantly surprised to discover just how quickly Bethea becomes home.
Hear About Our Community
From the People Who Know Us Best
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We do a lot of laughing… being here is a lot of fun. I don’t have to come to work. I GET to come to work.
– Brandon, Wellness Director
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My favorite thing about living at Bethea is you don’t ever have to be by yourself unless you want to be. If you want to talk to somebody, there’s always somebody to talk to..
– Resident
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The people here at Bethea are special, and I’m proud to be part of them.
– Resident
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This place is fantastic! The Executive Director’s leadership is outstanding, along with the other department heads, friendly staff, and the very nice residents. The senior community is extremely clean and peaceful!
– Gabriel