Page 2 of Best Assisted Living in Charleston, SC

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 19 assisted living communities in Charleston, SC using SC Dept. of Public Health (DPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in SC
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Avg Monthly Cost: $5,984The average monthly cost across facilities in Charleston, SC. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 27/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Charleston, SC. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 98The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Charleston, SC. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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.
Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
Charleston (West Ashley)
66No 11 -
Savannah Place
AL
Charleston
-Yes 21 Studio / 1 Bed
Indigo Hall
AL
MC
RC
Charleston
179No--
Maria‘s Priority Care
AL
Charleston
-No 65 -
Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Charleston
123
Facility 123
SC AVG
Rank #49 / 132
No--
Kempton of Charleston
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Charleston
89
Facility 89
SC AVG
Rank #83 / 132
No--
TerraBella James Island
AL
RC
Charleston
-No 21 -
Benton House of West Ashley
AL
MC
RC
Charleston (West Ashley)
-No 2 -
Dayspring Assisted Living of Hollywood
AL
Hollywood
-No-Private Rooms

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Overview of Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care

Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care on Henry Tecklenburg Drive in Charleston, South Carolina, serves up to 66 residents. It’s operated by Charleston Care Group LLC under Sarah Kacer’s administration.

The facility offers assisted living and memory care services, offering choices for occupants with varying levels of care needs. The car-dependent location has a Walk Score of 11, typical for Charleston’s suburban areas. This means occupants and visiting families will drive a car for daily errands and appointments. The location, however, may attract those preferring a quieter residential setting away from busier commercial zones.
For families considering the facility, more specific information about services, amenities, activities, staffing, pricing, and payment options would help evaluate whether the community is a good fit. An in-person tour remains the best way to see the facility and discuss available programs with the staff.

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Savannah Place

1501 Secessionville Rd, Charleston, SC 29412
Overview of Savannah Place

Nestled on Secessionville Road in the Stonebridge at Seaside Plantation neighborhood, Savannah Place is a two-story assisted living community in Charleston, South Carolina. The residence welcomes seniors seeking personalized care in a tranquil, active environment built to help them thrive in their later years.

The community offers studio and one-bedroom floor plans, which are flexible housing options to suit individual preferences. The building’s two-story layout creates an intimate residential setting. The property’s interior spaces comprise comfortable common areas and reading nooks promoting relaxation and social life among residents. Savannah Place sits in a car-dependent area where most daily errands and appointments need a vehicle or arranged transportation. Occupants and their families must plan accordingly for accessing local services, shopping, medical appointments, and entertainment in the greater Charleston area. The facility spotlights personalized assisted living, focusing on engaging activities that bolster residents’ well-being and life quality. This approach reflects a commitment to helping seniors stay independent and active during their time here.

Contact Savannah Place to schedule a tour or for current information about availability, specific care services, amenities, activities, staffing, and pricing.

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Overview of Indigo Hall

Indigo Hall is an assisted living community in Charleston, South Carolina, that offers personal care, memory care, and respite care. Licensed as a 179-bed Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF), the community operates under Indigo Hall Operating Co LLC with Lindsay French as administrator. Serving older adults in the James Island area and throughout the greater Charleston region, the community’s larger size allows for an expanded selection of resident programming, shared amenities, and structured support services within a highly competitive senior living market.

Housekeeping, scheduled transportation, maintenance services, and restaurant-style dining with dietitian-approved meals are provided, along with 24-hour staffing coverage and respite care. A secured perimeter is also in place, providing an added level of protection and supervision for residents living with memory-related conditions. Additionally, its location in James Island offers convenient access to major regional healthcare providers, including MUSC Health and Roper St. Francis.

Featuring extensive amenities, a secured environment, and an individualized dining and care planning approach, Indigo Hall is well positioned for older adults with varying levels of care needs, including those seeking assisted living support as well as those requiring a secured memory care setting while remaining close to Charleston-area resources. Its larger residential scale supports a more active community atmosphere with broader lifestyle programming and social opportunities.

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Overview of Maria‘s Priority Care

Maria’s Priority Care Residential Home I, situated in North Charleston, South Carolina, proudly operates as a licensed Community Residential Care Facility. Their dedicated mission is to provide compassionate assisted living services for older adults. 

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Overview of Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community

Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community in Charleston, South Carolina, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home and skilled nursing care, and respite care. Independent living means having a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care onsite around the clock, and respite care offers a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can continue within the same community rather than requiring a move elsewhere. Bishop Gadsden has 123 beds. Jonna Cook serves as the administrator.

Payment options are Medicare and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means the family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 6 hours and 2 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident.

Rehabilitation services include short term rehabilitation and BG Therapy for residents who need recovery focused care. The community also has a wellness center, pool, spa, onsite clinic, and pharmacy, giving residents access to exercise, swimming, personal care, and health related services without leaving the community.

More than 120 acres include nature trails, a community garden, and a croquet court. Residents can spend time outdoors, garden, walk, or play croquet. Dining options include a café and fine dining, and religious services are available for residents who wish to attend.

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Overview of Kempton of Charleston

Kempton of Charleston is an 89-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in downtown Charleston, South Carolina. It offers nursing home care, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, functioning as a full continuum of care within a Continuing Care Retirement Community, so residents can move between levels of support without leaving the campus. The community is operated by Spring Street Senior Housing Opco LLC and administered by Joe Carr.

Nursing coverage is a defining feature of the home. Registered nurses average 1 hour and 23 minutes per resident each day, and total nursing care runs about 4 hours and 26 minutes per resident daily, with licensed practical nurses contributing roughly an hour and nurse aides adding about 2 hours and 30 minutes. That combination points to a strong clinical presence supporting residents around the clock.

Rehabilitation is a core part of the program, with physical and speech therapy available on a contracted basis for residents recovering from surgery, illness, or hospitalization. The average Medicare stay runs about 19 days, reflecting a focus on short-term, post-acute recovery, while residents receiving assisted living or memory care tend to stay considerably longer. A dedicated Alzheimer’s unit supports residents who need memory care in a more structured setting. Current occupancy sits at 61 percent, which suggests availability for families exploring their options now.

State and federal inspectors have most often focused on pharmacy administration, nutrition, and infection control practices, with identified issues addressed and corrected. Day-to-day life is rounded out by distinctive dining service, organized life enrichment programming, and access to outdoor spaces for residents and visiting family. Families weighing a short-term rehab stay against longer-term memory or assisted living care may want to ask how Kempton structures the transition between those levels of service.

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TerraBella James Island

1501 Secessionville Rd, Charleston, SC 29412
Overview of TerraBella James Island

Discover the pinnacle of senior living at TerraBella James Island, a leading senior living community in Charleston, SC, offering assisted living and respite care. The community features studios and one-bedroom apartments designed to provide privacy and comfort with accessibility to numerous amenities, activities, and dining options. Residents revel in a variety of engaging social events and activities, complemented by the attentive support of a dedicated team trained to provide excellent assistance and personal care.

With their notable Fast Track program, new residents can move in within as little as 24 hours when necessary. Offering comprehensive recovery support under the expert care of a well-trained team, residents are guaranteed to receive the utmost care even as their needs change. Honoring veterans, the community offers a special veteran program that helps new residents who are past servicemen and women to save a lot from huge discounts.

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Overview of Benton House of West Ashley

Benton House of West Ashley is an award-winning facility that provides genuine care for assisted living and specialized memory care services in Charleston. The community is designed to be bright and beautiful, a place that residents can truly call home for assisted and memory care living. They also offer an adult day program that provides seniors with numerous opportunities to enjoy themselves through various activities. Benton House offers a unique experience for its residents personalized care that is catered to their needs.

Benton House offers 24-hour access to staff and personal emergency response systems; its unique environment fosters independence while ensuring the safety of each resident. Their memory care unit includes free access to a beautiful outdoor area that provides residents with the freedom to escape the clinical care setting. They also offer access to a one-of-a-kind neighborhood and lifestyle that fosters fitness, relaxation, and new experiences.

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Overview of Dayspring Assisted Living of Hollywood

Discover a comfortable retirement environment at Dayspring Assisted Living of Hollywood, a classic senior living community, located in a quiet area in Hollywood, SC, that offers excellent assisted living and memory care services. Residents live comfortably in thoughtfully designed accommodations with wheelchair accessible showers for residents with mobility needs. From medication management to specialized care services, such as diabetic care and memory care, residents are guaranteed to receive the care they need to continue living the lifestyle they want.

Residents are presented with plenty of opportunities to live their lives vibrantly and fully with a broad range of regularly conducted activities both within and outside the community. The community makes sure residents never get bored by providing them access to inviting indoor and outdoor common areas that fosters relaxation and making meaningful communications. With complimentary transportation, residents are able to get to their appointments and destinations safely and comfortably without any inconvenience.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Charleston, SC

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in South Carolina?

Assisted living in South Carolina supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in South Carolina?

Assisted living in South Carolina is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does South Carolina Medicaid cover assisted living?

South Carolina Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including South Carolina) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 19 assisted living facilities in Charleston, SC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Charleston, SC?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Charleston, SC, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Charleston, SC?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.