Brookdale Charleston Gardens
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Charleston, WV

Brookdale Charleston Gardens

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Charleston, WV

Overview of Brookdale Charleston Gardens

Awarded #1 in Customer Satisfaction, Brookdale Charleston Gardens provides exceptional service for seniors in assisted living; they strive to provide a dedicated approach to enhancing the quality of life for their seniors in need of quality assistance by providing options that specifically cater to each individual’s needs while still maintaining a level of independence and individuality. As a member of the Brookdale Senior Living Group, Charleston Gardens is guaranteed to provide a resident-centered atmosphere for its seniors, promoting a comfortable and secure living situation for them.
Life at Brookdale Charleston Gardens is designed to make lives safe and convenient for everyone; with the all-inclusive amenities and services provided by management, seniors are able to live hassle-free. They pride themselves on their approach to modern assisted living care which is unparalleled with their remarkable care staff that offers compassionate care with their service.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 121 Rank #9 / 75Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 75 homes we track in West Virginia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other West Virginia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in West Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #49 / 62Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 49th out of 62 homes we track in West Virginia for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the West Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 62. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in West Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
69% This home usually has availability
Lower than the West Virginia average: 89.9%
Occupied beds
84 / 121

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
IssuanceDecember 29, 2025
CountyKanawha
License LevelAnnual
License Number507445

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Charleston Gardens is legally operated by Emeritus Corporation Tradename Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR-ALZ), and administered by Donna L Prowse.

Type Of Units

Supplemental Security Income Beds Units available for residents receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.
0 units
Total beds
121 units

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(304) 343-5975

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Transportation
Concierge
Salon
Courtyard
Garden
Dining
Walking Paths
Piano
ActivitiesActivities include gardening, baking classes, bingo, and more
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Assisted Living$4,940 per month
Memory Care$7,130 per month

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Inspection History

In West Virginia, the Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Health Facility Licensure is responsible for the unannounced inspection and certification of all senior care facilities.

Since 2002 · 24 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 310 deficiencies 130 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the West Virginia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2002 vs. West Virginia state average
Overall vs. WV average 1 Worse Metrics worse than West Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (24% above)
1 Better Metrics better than West Virginia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (13% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityWV Averagevs. WV Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 310249 This facility has 24% more total deficiencies than a typical West Virginia assisted living residence (310 vs. WV avg 249).↑ 24% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.42.75 This facility has 13% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical West Virginia assisted living residence (2.4 vs. WV avg 2.75).↓ 13% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityWV Averagevs. WV Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 13017 This facility has had 665% more total inspections than the West Virginia average (130 vs. WV avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 665% more

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 310 / 474 - 610 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Charleston Gardens

1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom
2 bedroom
Studio

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Address 1.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Charleston's city center to Brookdale Charleston Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Charleston

Info below is compiled from the WV Dept. of Health & Human Resources, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Health-focused investigations or surveys beyond routine inspections, as reported by the state.
Life-safety–focused inspections (e.g. building and safety code reviews) in the reporting window.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Brookdale Charleston Gardens
AL
MC
Charleston
121
Facility 121
WV AVG 80
Rank #9 / 75
Yes-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
69.4%
Facility 69.4%
WV AVG 80.7%
Rank #49 / 62
Donna L Prowse
21
Facility 21
WV AVG 19.7
Rank #33 / 55
3
Facility 3
WV AVG 5.2
Rank #9 / 51
310
Facility 310
WV AVG 249
Rank #38 / 51
2.4
Facility 2.4
WV AVG 14.6
Rank #24 / 51
Harmony at Southridge
AL
IL
MC
Charleston (Southridge Center)
120
Facility 120
WV AVG 80
Rank #10 / 75
Yes
5
Facility 5
WV AVG 37
Rank #81 / 85
-
1
Facility 1
WV AVG 3
Rank #23 / 52
86.7%
Facility 86.7%
WV AVG 80.7%
Rank #30 / 62
Tyler Holsclaw
60
Facility 60
WV AVG 19.7
Rank #53 / 55
6
Facility 6
WV AVG 5.2
Rank #37 / 51
158
Facility 158
WV AVG 249
Rank #21 / 51
3.0
Facility 3.0
WV AVG 14.6
Rank #35 / 51
Kanawha Place
AL
RC
Charleston (South Park)
68
Facility 68
WV AVG 80
Rank #38 / 75
Yes
19
Facility 19
WV AVG 37
Rank #61 / 85
Studio-
66.2%
Facility 66.2%
WV AVG 80.7%
Rank #54 / 62
Jessica Fowler
15
Facility 15
WV AVG 19.7
Rank #28 / 55
4
Facility 4
WV AVG 5.2
Rank #21 / 51
208
Facility 208
WV AVG 249
Rank #28 / 51
2.3
Facility 2.3
WV AVG 14.6
Rank #22 / 51
Edgewood Summit
AL
IL
MC
NH
RESC
SNF
Charleston (Edgewood)
42
Facility 42
WV AVG 80
Rank #65 / 75
Yes
10
Facility 10
WV AVG 37
Rank #73 / 85
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
WV AVG 80.7%
Rank #37 / 62
George Barker
7
Facility 7
WV AVG 19.7
Rank #12 / 55
3
Facility 3
WV AVG 5.2
Rank #9 / 51
34
Facility 34
WV AVG 249
Rank #4 / 51
0.6
Facility 0.6
WV AVG 14.6
Rank #3 / 51
Central Ave Assisted Living
AL
Charleston (West Side)
8
Facility 8
WV AVG 80
Rank #75 / 75
Yes
59
Facility 59
WV AVG 37
Rank #18 / 85
-
1
Facility 1
WV AVG 3
Rank #23 / 52
62.5%
Facility 62.5%
WV AVG 80.7%
Rank #55 / 62
Ashley Moffitt
6
Facility 6
WV AVG 19.7
Rank #8 / 55
3
Facility 3
WV AVG 5.2
Rank #9 / 51
134
Facility 134
WV AVG 249
Rank #17 / 51
2.5
Facility 2.5
WV AVG 14.6
Rank #25 / 51

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in West Virginia

Brookdale Charleston Gardens is located in Charleston, West Virginia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in West Virginia.

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

WV Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General West Virginia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WV

Rural state; limited providers in some areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

West Virginia Lighthouse Program

WV Lighthouse

Age 60+
General West Virginia resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
WV

Limited funding; rural focus.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

West Virginia OAA Services

Age 60+
General WV resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WV

Includes Meals on Wheels; serves ~20,000 annually; rural emphasis.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

West Virginia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WV resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
WV

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

West Virginia LIEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General WV resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WV

Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.

Benefits
Heating aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

West Virginia Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; WV resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WV

Includes grandparent caregivers; serves ~1,500 annually.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

West Virginia VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WV resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
WV

High rural veteran use; supports care costs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Homestead Exemption for Seniors

West Virginia Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ or totally disabled
General WV resident, homeowner (homestead).
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WV

$20,000 assessed value exemption; saves ~$200-$400/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption (~$200-$400/year avg.)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

West Virginia SFMNP

Age 60+
General WV resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WV

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~10,000 annually.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Charleston Gardens

Who is the owner of Brookdale Charleston Gardens?

Brookdale Charleston Gardens is legally operated by Emeritus Corporation Tradename Brookdale Charleston Gardens (ALR-ALZ), and administered by Donna L Prowse.

What is the license number of Brookdale Charleston Gardens?

According to WV state health department records, Brookdale Charleston Gardens's license number is 507445.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Charleston Gardens?

Brookdale Charleston Gardens's occupancy is 69%.

Does Brookdale Charleston Gardens have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Charleston Gardens on this page.

Are pets allowed at Brookdale Charleston Gardens?

Yes, Brookdale Charleston Gardens allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Brookdale Charleston Gardens?

Donna L Prowse is the administrator of Brookdale Charleston Gardens.

How many beds does Brookdale Charleston Gardens have?

Brookdale Charleston Gardens has 121 beds.

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