Best Nursing Homes in Charleston, SC

Featuring timeless architecture, Charleston, South Carolina, offers a dynamic lifestyle with its vibrant heritage, diverse culinary scene, and picturesque scenery. Experience the city’s best with its affordable housing option, good healthcare, and convenient local amenities, ideal for those who would love to have a coastal life. Retirees will not run out of things to do in their golden years while receiving top-tier care and purposely designed amenities in any of the nursing homes available in the city. Make every moment count amidst the city’s warmth and beauty.

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    Beds shows the number of beds currently filled in each community agianst the total number of beds. Higher occupied beds usually indicates strong demand and reputation, while lower occupancy may suggest more availability for new residents.

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    Home Revenue
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    BISHOP GADSDEN EPISCOPAL HEALTH CARE 62.7% 50 $40,430,167.00 KERRISON, LYNNE L 425411
    LCC OF CHARLESTON 74.0% 148 $19,637,199.00 CLIETT, BETH 425332
    NHC HEALTHCARE - CHARLESTON 67.8% 132 $21,160,779.00 BARTLETT, GREGORY 425381
    RETREAT AT WELLMORE OF DANIEL ISLAND 75.3% 60 $9,535,059.00 WDI PARENT LLC 425414
    RIVERSIDE HEALTH & REHAB 88.1% 160 $19,787,960.00 CASTLE, PATTY 425082
    VIVIANT HEALTHCARE OF CHARLESTON 75.4% 125 $10,067,871.00 425362
    WHITE OAK MANOR - CHARLESTON 87.9% 176 $16,524,831.00 DAVIS, YVONNE 425128

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    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.

    Description

    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.

    What does this home offer?

    Dining Services

    Beauty Services

    Transportation Services

    Housekeeping Services

    Social and Recreational Activities

    Exercise Programs

    Swimming Pool

    Type of Care Available

    Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care
    Phone: (843) 917 5943
    Contact The Artisan Mount Pleasant

    A member of the charming Five Star Senior Living community Palms of Mt. Pleasant is able to deliver world-class hospitality where seniors can age gracefully in a resort-style environment. They offer assisted living, independent living, memory care, inpatient and outpatient nursing, and rehabilitation. Palms offers a stress-free lifestyle where goals are achieved and purposeful living is fulfilled. 

    Life at the Palms offers modern amenities and friendly staff, they offer senior care service like no other. Regardless of nursing home services or assisted living support– residential life is all about the amenities: housekeeping, physical therapy, social events, 24-hour concierge, hair salon, library, and restaurant-style dining that make the environment a place where friendships and memories bloom.

    Description

    A member of the charming Five Star Senior Living community Palms of Mt. Pleasant is able to deliver world-class hospitality where seniors can age gracefully in a resort-style environment. They offer assisted living, independent living, memory care, inpatient and outpatient nursing, and rehabilitation. Palms offers a stress-free lifestyle where goals are achieved and purposeful living is fulfilled. 

    Life at the Palms offers modern amenities and friendly staff, they offer senior care service like no other. Regardless of nursing home services or assisted living support– residential life is all about the amenities: housekeeping, physical therapy, social events, 24-hour concierge, hair salon, library, and restaurant-style dining that make the environment a place where friendships and memories bloom.

    What does this home offer?

    Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

    Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

    Building Type: 3-story

    Dining Services

    Beauty Services

    Transportation Services

    Housekeeping Services

    Recreational Activities

    Exercise Programs

    Type of Care Available

    Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care
    Phone: 843-884-6949
    Contact Palms of Mt. Pleasant

    Mount Pleasant is one of the trusted memory care communities in Charleston; they provide a warm and comfortable setting for seniors in need of assistance with personal care and daily living activities. The stimulating atmosphere is a modern senior living community that also places importance on growing friendships between staff and residents for a more personal approach to a secure and supportive environment. Mount Pleasant Gardens is proud to offer something for everyone, as they understand and celebrate their unique residents.

    Residents are guaranteed to live a life of ease with the comfort and convenience found in their all-inclusive amenities and service: from restaurant-style dining to medical assistance; from restaurant-style dining to wellness programs– the compassionate care staff ensures that seniors are enriched and encouraged to live their life to the fullest.

    Description

    Mount Pleasant is one of the trusted memory care communities in Charleston; they provide a warm and comfortable setting for seniors in need of assistance with personal care and daily living activities. The stimulating atmosphere is a modern senior living community that also places importance on growing friendships between staff and residents for a more personal approach to a secure and supportive environment. Mount Pleasant Gardens is proud to offer something for everyone, as they understand and celebrate their unique residents.

    Residents are guaranteed to live a life of ease with the comfort and convenience found in their all-inclusive amenities and service: from restaurant-style dining to medical assistance; from restaurant-style dining to wellness programs– the compassionate care staff ensures that seniors are enriched and encouraged to live their life to the fullest.

    Type of Care Available

    Independent Living Nursing Homes Memory Care
    Email: info@mountpleasantgardensalzheimer‘sspecialcarecenter.com
    Phone: (843) 216-1001
    Contact Mount Pleasant Gardens Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center

    A member of the Sunshine Retirement Community, Ashley Gardens has a solid reputation for offering affordable assisted living and memory care services. The nurturing environment empowers and enhances the quality of life for residents by offering tailored care to each unique individual. Ashley Gardens approaches senior living in a modern way that embraces and enriches its residents’ overall wellness.

    A lot of its amenities are centered on attentive support and personal hygiene of its seniors such as assistance with bathing, grooming, and oral care; as well as medication management, housekeeping, and assistance with daily routine. They offer life enrichment programs that focus on assisted living for dementia patients by encouraging an array of stimulating and engaging activities that residents can choose from.

    Description

    A member of the Sunshine Retirement Community, Ashley Gardens has a solid reputation for offering affordable assisted living and memory care services. The nurturing environment empowers and enhances the quality of life for residents by offering tailored care to each unique individual. Ashley Gardens approaches senior living in a modern way that embraces and enriches its residents’ overall wellness.

    A lot of its amenities are centered on attentive support and personal hygiene of its seniors such as assistance with bathing, grooming, and oral care; as well as medication management, housekeeping, and assistance with daily routine. They offer life enrichment programs that focus on assisted living for dementia patients by encouraging an array of stimulating and engaging activities that residents can choose from.

    Type of Care Available

    Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Homes
    Phone: 843-486-2145
    Contact Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care

    Rank Methodology

    We score each senior living community using a weighted model that combines public review data, government inspection reports, licensing records, and other quality-of-care indicators.

    Average Customer Satisfaction — 35%

    Average ratings across major platforms (Google, Yelp, Facebook) combined with CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) and state-assisted living reports.

    Service Rating Score — 25%

    Ratio of high (4–5 star) to low (1–2 star) reviews across review sites and senior living–specific platforms, showing consistency of care quality.

    Complaint Percentage — 25%

    Proportion of formal complaints and deficiencies relative to total reviews and inspections. Lower complaint ratios indicate stronger compliance and resident satisfaction.

    Business Hours & Availability — 10%

    Communities with higher staff-to-resident ratios, extended service hours, and flexible visitation/care availability receive higher scores.

    License Status — 5%

    Verification that the community holds an active license with its state regulatory agency.

    Total Score = Σ(weight × normalized metric).

    Tie-breakers: Higher average satisfaction → higher service ratio → more reviews.

    Data sources: CMS government data, state/local inspection reports, verified licensing boards, and major review platforms

    Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed

    Comparison Chart

    Compare senior living communities around the area
    Community
    Type of Care
    Location
    Bed Options
    Bed Count
    Pets Allowed
    The Artisan Mount Pleasant
    AL

    For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

    IL

    For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

    MC

    Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

    Mt Pleasant
    N/A
    N/A
    No
    Mount Pleasant Gardens Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center
    IL

    For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

    MC

    Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

    SNF

    24/7 care needed

    Mt Pleasant
    N/A
    N/A
    No
    Palms of Mt. Pleasant
    AL

    For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

    IL

    For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

    MC

    Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

    Mt Pleasant
    Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
    N/A
    Yes
    Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care
    AL

    For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

    MC

    Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

    SNF

    24/7 care needed

    Charleston
    N/A
    N/A
    No

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What government services provide money for senior housing?

    Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

    • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
    • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
    • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
    • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
    • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
    • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
    • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
    How do you pick the homes you recommend?

    Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

    Do you help families that need Medicaid?

    Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

    How much does this service cost?

    We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

    What services do you offer?
    • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
    • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
    • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
    • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
    • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
    • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
    • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
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    • Senior-focused concierge medicine
    • Senior-focused nutritionist
    • Senior-focused personal training
    • Memory care specialists
    • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
    • Custom hearing aids
    • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
    • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
    • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
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