The Palmettos
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Charleston, SC

The Palmettos

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Charleston, SC

Overview of The Palmettos

Operated by NHC Place-Charleston LLC, The Palmettos sits in Charleston’s West Ashley neighborhood, roughly 8 miles from the city center, on a single-story campus administered by Kalyn Huether. It houses 60 occupants and offers assisted living and memory care on the same campus, allowing residents whose cognitive needs evolve to stay rather than relocate to another facility.

Living units span from 250 to 386 square feet and are offered in studio and one-bedroom floor plans. Pets are welcome, allowing residents to keep their animal companionship. Standard amenities include fitness and recreation programs and transportation services for occupants needing them. What sets The Palmettos apart is a dedicated Alzheimer’s unit with care structured and tailored for memory health, instead of treating cognitive decline as an incidental service addition. This means residents with a memory care diagnosis have an environment and support centered on their specific needs. The West Ashley neighborhood has a Walk Score of 46. Some errands are walkable, but a car or the home’s transportation service is needed for most daily trips.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 60 Rank #206 / 304Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 206th out of 304 homes we track in South Carolina for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other South Carolina 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 South Carolina 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #54 / 221Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th out of 221 homes we track in South Carolina for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across South Carolina facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in South Carolina 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.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHL- Community Residential Care Facility
CountyCharleston
License NumberCRC-1263
Business TypeLimited Liability

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Palmettos is legally operated by Nhc Place-Charleston LLC, and administered by Kalyn Huether.

Ownership TypeLimited Liability

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Dedicated Alzheimer's Unit

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 265 / 250 / 386 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Palmettos

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Places of interest near The Palmettos

Address 6.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Charleston's city center to The Palmettos's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around North Charleston

Info below is compiled from the SC Dept. of Public Health (DPH), 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. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
The Marsh at North Charleston
AL
NH
North Charleston (Jericho By The Ashley)
70
Facility 70
SC AVG 90
Rank #184 / 304
Yes
23
Facility 23
SC AVG 34
Rank #150 / 221
Private / Companion Suites-
Langit Assisted Living Facility
AL
North Charleston
70
Facility 70
SC AVG 90
Rank #184 / 304
Yes
61
Facility 61
SC AVG 34
Rank #15 / 221
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The Palmettos
AL
MC
Charleston (West Ashley)
60
Facility 60
SC AVG 90
Rank #206 / 304
Yes
46
Facility 46
SC AVG 34
Rank #54 / 221
Studio / 1 Bed-
Franke at Seaside
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Mt Pleasant
44
Facility 44
SC AVG 90
Rank #269 / 304
No
53
Facility 53
SC AVG 34
Rank #35 / 221
Private RoomsA+
North Haven Residential Care Home
AL
MC
RESC
North Charleston (Dismuke Mobile Home Park)
16
Facility 16
SC AVG 90
Rank #301 / 304
No
51
Facility 51
SC AVG 34
Rank #43 / 221
-A+

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in South Carolina

The Palmettos is located in Charleston, South Carolina.
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Community Long Term Care (CLTC)

SC Medicaid CLTC

Age 65+ or disabled
General South Carolina 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).
SC

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

South Carolina Respite Care Program

SC NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General South Carolina resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
SC

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General SC 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).
SC

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

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

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

South Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General SC resident, wartime service, need for 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 limit
SC

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

South Carolina SFMNP

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

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 annually via 10 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Homestead Exemption Program

South Carolina Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled/blind)
General SC resident 1+ year, homeowner.
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed; home-focused.
SC

Saves ~$500-$1,000/year avg.; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Property tax exemption (~$50,000 value, ~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP)

South Carolina ESAP (SNAP for Seniors)

Age 60+
General SC resident, no earned income, not on SCCAP.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,732/month 133% FPL, individual
Asset Limits $4,250 individual, higher than standard SNAP
SC

Simplified process; serves ~50,000 seniors annually.

Benefits
EBT card for food (~$100-$300/month based on income)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Palmettos

What neighborhood is The Palmettos in?

The Palmettos is in the West Ashley neighborhood of Charleston.

Who is the owner of The Palmettos?

The Palmettos is legally operated by Nhc Place-Charleston LLC, and administered by Kalyn Huether.

Is The Palmettos in a walkable area?

The Palmettos has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Palmettos?

According to SC state health department records, The Palmettos's license number is CRC-1263.

Are pets allowed at The Palmettos?

Yes, The Palmettos allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for The Palmettos?

The team at The Palmettos can be reached at KALYN.HUETHER@NHCCARE.COM.

Who is the administrator of The Palmettos?

Kalyn Huether is the administrator of The Palmettos.

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