Best Assisted Living in Mount Pleasant, SC

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 13 assisted living communities in Mount Pleasant, 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 Walk Score: 33/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Mount Pleasant, 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: 81The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Mount Pleasant, 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 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. 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.
The Artisan Mount Pleasant
AL
IL
MC
Mt Pleasant
112
Facility 112
SC AVG 90
Rank #84 / 304
No
40
Facility 40
SC AVG 34
Rank #86 / 221
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park
AL
IL
MC
Mt Pleasant
193
Facility 193
SC AVG 90
Rank #4 / 304
Yes
14
Facility 14
SC AVG 34
Rank #176 / 221
Cottage / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Somerby Mount Pleasant
AL
IL
MC
RC
Mt Pleasant
118
Facility 118
SC AVG 90
Rank #73 / 304
Yes
7
Facility 7
SC AVG 34
Rank #201 / 221
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Harmony at Wescott Plantation
AL
IL
MC
Summerville
105
Facility 105
SC AVG 90
Rank #100 / 304
Yes
28
Facility 28
SC AVG 34
Rank #135 / 221
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Palms of Mt. Pleasant
AL
IL
MC
Mt Pleasant (Point Pleasant)
44
Facility 44
SC AVG 90
Rank #269 / 304
Yes
49
Facility 49
SC AVG 34
Rank #47 / 221
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Prestige Center
AL
MC
Mt Pleasant (Union Charter Township)
20No 14 Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Applewood Assisted Living
AL
Mt Pleasant
20No 2 -
Savannah Grace
AL
Mt Pleasant (Point Pleasant)
16
Facility 16
SC AVG 90
Rank #301 / 304
No
57
Facility 57
SC AVG 34
Rank #22 / 221
-
The Marsh at Carolina Park
AL
IL
MC
Mt Pleasant
97
Facility 97
SC AVG 90
Rank #119 / 304
Yes
12
Facility 12
SC AVG 34
Rank #183 / 221
Private / Companion Suites
Maplewood of Mt. Pleasant
AL
IL
MC
Mount Pleasant
-No 56 -

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every SC community we track that reports that metric, not just the 13 analyzed for Mount Pleasant.

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Overview of The Artisan Mount Pleasant

The Artisan Mount Pleasant offering luxury independent living, assisted living, and memory care stands as one of the trusted communities in the city. The elegant home presents a sprightly filled ambiance– a sublime environment that matches your lifestyle. There is a list of living options with customized care created to fit the needs of each individual. The Artisan Mount Pleasant approaches modern senior care through their person-centered service.

Expect residential houses with fully equipped amenities to help with the residents’ daily duties– a movie theater, art studio, walking paths, and courtyards, are just a few of their forward-thinking amenities. The well-trained staff on duty tend to your needs– on top of the services they offer: housekeeping and maintenance, cleaning, and transportation, among others.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park

Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park is an assisted living facility located in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, offering a memory care unit for residents with dementia and an independent living option. The community is part of Merrill Gardens Senior Living, a senior care company, and provides vision care to its residents. The costs at Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park start at $2,040 and range up to $6,595, with the average price being $4,318, which is less than the average price in the area. The community is pet-friendly, and while South Carolina requires three meals to be provided per day, it can accommodate no or low-sodium diets.

Residents at Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park are required to have a scheduled, structured activity every day, and the community offers a variety of activities, including musical performances and social outings. The facility is located near six hospitals, with the two closest being Mount Pleasant Hospital and East Cooper Medical Center, and has above-average reviews for the area. Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park offers 158 independent, assisted living, and memory care apartments, as well as 28 cottages, with concierge services, scheduled transportation, 24-hour staffing, and weekly housekeeping. The community features a pool, fitness center, and restaurant-style dining, allowing residents to live a full and happy life built around their delights and hobbies.

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Overview of Somerby Mount Pleasant

Somerby Mount Pleasant, located in the charming Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, is a reputable senior community that offers a range of senior care services, including independent living programs, memory care living, assisted living, respite care, and therapy. It’s a trusted choice among the senior communities in the area, known not only for its top-notch approach but also for its dynamic activities, social opportunities, and innovative approaches.

The home also provides a variety of spacious and comfortable independent living floor plans, along with modern amenities and expert assistance available daily. It places a strong emphasis on fostering social connections and recreational opportunities, offering a pet-friendly living environment. With a selection of independent living apartments and villas, Somerby Mount Pleasant truly offers a place that residents can proudly call home.

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Overview of Harmony at Wescott Plantation

Harmony at Wescott Plantation is a senior living community in Summerville. It proudly offers a range of lifestyle options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care apartments, ensuring that senior residents can select the living arrangement that aligns with their preferences and evolving needs.

Here, residents enjoy more free time and energy to pursue their passions and independence. The community fosters an environment where residents can embrace the joys of life, knowing that their well-being and contentment are at the forefront of every consideration. Harmony at Wescott Plantation is more than just a place to reside; it’s a haven of convenience, comfort, and active engagement, marked by an ambiance of understated elegance. Here, residents have the privilege of crafting the lifestyle they desire while assuring their families that the future is well planned for.

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Overview of Palms of Mt. Pleasant

Administered by Allison Dolan, Palms of Mt. Pleasant is a 44-bed residential community that SNH SE SG Tenant operates. A member of the Five Star Senior Living family, the home at 937 Bowman Road in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, is designed to provide resort-style hospitality where seniors can age gracefully. The three-story building offers a set of housing options: studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments.

The home delivers an extensive care continuum, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care alongside inpatient and outpatient nursing services and on-site rehabilitation programs. This breadth of services fits residents with changing needs. The facility spotlights life quality via professional services and thoughtfully curated amenities. Occupants benefit from housekeeping, 24-hour concierge service, social events, a library, and on-site beauty and hair salon services. The restaurant-style dining program mirrors an understanding that meals are focal to community living. Transportation services support resident mobility and independence. Physical therapy is offered on-site to bolster rehabilitation and wellness goals. Located on Bowman Road in the Point Pleasant neighborhood, the community sits in a somewhat walkable area (Walk Score 49) where some errands are done on foot, though most outings typically need transportation. The location has a calmer residential setting far from heavy commercial traffic. Pets are welcome, which is vital to many older adults seeking to keep such valuable relationships.

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Prestige Center

5785 E Broadway Rd, Mt Pleasant, MI 48858
Overview of Prestige Center

Offering assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays, Prestige Center is a small senior living community in the Union Charter Township area of Mt Pleasant, Michigan. MCAP Mt. Pleasant OPCO, LLC operates the community. The single-story building has 20 beds. There are private and semi-private rooms that can be furnished or left unfurnished based on each resident’s preference. Its smaller size may appeal to families looking for a more intimate setting with closer staff and resident interaction.

A dedicated Memory Care Wing provides specialized support for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Daily support includes full-service housekeeping and access to an on-call physician, allowing residents to receive ongoing assistance without leaving the community. Transportation services are also available for residents who need to attend appointments and run errands.

Residents are served home-cooked meals, with snacks available throughout the day and accommodations for special dietary needs. This can be especially helpful for residents managing specific health conditions. Additional amenities include grooming services, cable television, and private bathrooms with step-in showers in select rooms. Residents can also participate in regular activities and social programs that encourage engagement and connection.

Prestige Center has been serving residents for about a year, making it one of the newer senior living communities in the Mt Pleasant area. The area has a Walk Score of 14 out of 100, which is car-dependent. Most errands and outings require a vehicle. Inspection records have generally found the community in good standing. Minor administrative issues identified during inspections were addressed and corrected. There was no pattern of resident care concerns.

Families considering Prestige Center should ask how care plans are personalized and what a typical day looks like. The community’s shorter operating history provides a smaller public track record than more established communities.

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Overview of Applewood Assisted Living

Applewood Assisted Living is one of the senior living communities located in Mt. Pleasant, MI. Applewood Assisted Living provides a wide range of services, including assisted living and memory care. The community prides itself on its attentive staff who provides memory care services, diabetic care, incontinence care, high acuity care, medication management, and non-ambulatory care to their residents. As part of their services, residents benefit from round-the-clock assistance and support while staying in a warm and nurturing environment.
At Applewood Assisted Living, residents enjoy a comfortable and worry-free lifestyle, thanks to a variety of amenities and services curated to promote their well-being. Part of the amenities the residents enjoy are housekeeping, grooming services, and laundry service/dry cleaning, allowing residents to live to the fullest without needing to exert energy in daily chores. Additionally, Applewood Assisted Living provides diet approved and delicious meals, ensuring that not only are they provided with the right care, but also the right nutrition so the residents can live a healthy fulfilling life.

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Savannah Grace

1010 Lake Hunter Cir, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Overview of Savannah Grace

Operated by SNH SE SG Tenant LLC, Savannah Grace is a nursing home located on Lake Hunter Circle in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, that offers skilled nursing and memory care. This community is also administered by Allison Dolan with 16 licensed beds.

With a Walk Score of 57, the community’s setting is relatively walkable. This suggests that some errands are available within walking distance, while most destinations still require transportation.

Its smaller capacity of 16 beds may also appeal to families seeking a more intimate residential environment. Furthermore, the community can support a more individualized approach to care with more favorable resident-staff relationships.

To know Savannah Grace’s living environment, room availability, and daily routines, families are encouraged to conduct an in-person tour.

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Overview of The Marsh at Carolina Park

Surrounded by breathtaking scenery and offering high-quality care, The Marsh at Carolina Park proves to be the right choice for seniors in Mount Pleasant, SC. Here, residents are assured of enjoying an elevated lifestyle supported by an expert and compassionate team in independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The community provides natural settings and resort-style amenities to further enhance comfort and relaxation. In addition to top-quality care, residents can also take great pleasure in engaging activities and social events prepared by a professional team.

The golden years are made even more exciting and fulfilling in this exceptional community, where residents are offered exceptional amenities such as well-designed patios, a salon and a barbershop, and more. Here, the residents can truly kick back, relax, and enjoy the slow pace of life.

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Maplewood of Mt. Pleasant

1945 Churchill Boulevard, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
Overview of Maplewood of Mt. Pleasant

Maplewood of Mt Pleasant is a senior living community located in Mt Pleasant, MI, that offers assisted living services; from 24/7 care and supervision, to medicine management, and assistance with daily living activities. This close-knit community also provides its residents with nutritious meals that are prepared with consideration to their diets.
Maplewood of Mt Pleasant also prides itself with their amenities. Their residents enjoy regular movie nights and daily walks, as well as their barber/salon services. They also have a regular fitness program scheduled, to ensure that residents stay physically active and healthy.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    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 Mount Pleasant, 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 13 assisted living facilities in Mount Pleasant, SC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Mount Pleasant, 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 Mount Pleasant, 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 Mount Pleasant, 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.