Explore Open Rooms
1
Contact details
2
What type of senior care service are you looking for?
3
What budget do you have in mind for senior care?
4
How soon do you need to find care?
5
Additional details
Thank you for your interest!
Our team will be in touch shortly to help with next steps.
Compare Nursing Homes around Charleston (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality.
Click column headers to sort
| White Oak Manor Charleston |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Charleston (Trident Executive Village) | 176
Facility
176
SC AVG
111
Rank
#8 / 312 |
82.4%
Facility
82.4%
SC AVG
82.1%
Rank
#76 / 121 | 0% | 4.15
Facility
4.15
SC AVG
4.00
Rank
#38 / 112 | -42% | +4% | $0
Facility
$0
SC AVG
$34.8k
Rank
#1 / 114 | 8
Facility
8
SC AVG
13.7
Rank
#31 / 113 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
SC AVG
3.4
Rank
#13 / 113 | 1
Facility
1
SC AVG
1.3 | 159 | - |
35
Facility
35
SC AVG
31
Rank
#112 / 232 | Yvonne Davis | $18.3M
Facility
$18.3M
SC AVG
$13.0M
Rank
#32 / 116 | $10.7M
Facility
$10.7M
SC AVG
$5.4M
Rank
#15 / 116 | 58.4%
Facility
58.4%
SC AVG
44%
Rank
#28 / 116 | 425128 | ||||
| Wellmore of Daniel Island |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Charleston (Daniel Island) | 174
Facility
174
SC AVG
111
Rank
#14 / 312 |
29.3%
Facility
29.3%
SC AVG
82.1%
Rank
#115 / 121 | -64% | 4.60
Facility
4.60
SC AVG
4.00
Rank
#21 / 112 | +3% | +15% | $0
Facility
$0
SC AVG
$34.8k
Rank
#1 / 114 | 18
Facility
18
SC AVG
13.7
Rank
#88 / 113 | 3.6
Facility
3.6
SC AVG
3.4
Rank
#68 / 113 | 1
Facility
1
SC AVG
1.3 | 49 | - |
12
Facility
12
SC AVG
31
Rank
#185 / 232 | Wdi Parent LLC | $22.0M
Facility
$22.0M
SC AVG
$13.0M
Rank
#19 / 116 | $8.6M
Facility
$8.6M
SC AVG
$5.4M
Rank
#29 / 116 | 39%
Facility
39%
SC AVG
44%
Rank
#94 / 116 | 425414 | ||||
| Kempton of Charleston |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Charleston | 89
Facility
89
SC AVG
111
Rank
#142 / 312 |
60.5%
Facility
60.5%
SC AVG
82.1%
Rank
#107 / 121 | -26% | 4.44
Facility
4.44
SC AVG
4.00
Rank
#28 / 112 | +8% | +11% | $21.5k
Facility
$21.5k
SC AVG
$34.8k
Rank
#81 / 114 | 4
Facility
4
SC AVG
13.7
Rank
#6 / 113 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
SC AVG
3.4
Rank
#13 / 113 | -
Facility
-
SC AVG
1.3 | 21 | - | -
Facility
-
SC AVG
31 | - | $7.7M
Facility
$7.7M
SC AVG
$13.0M
Rank
#100 / 116 | $4.8M
Facility
$4.8M
SC AVG
$5.4M
Rank
#88 / 116 | 62.3%
Facility
62.3%
SC AVG
44%
Rank
#16 / 116 | 425418 | ||||
| Ashley River Healthcare |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Charleston (Sandhurst) | 125
Facility
125
SC AVG
111
Rank
#56 / 312 |
69.9%
Facility
69.9%
SC AVG
82.1%
Rank
#99 / 121 | -15% | 3.77
Facility
3.77
SC AVG
4.00
Rank
#56 / 112 | -41% | -6% | $146.8k
Facility
$146.8k
SC AVG
$34.8k
Rank
#113 / 114 | 27
Facility
27
SC AVG
13.7
Rank
#106 / 113 | 5.4
Facility
5.4
SC AVG
3.4
Rank
#103 / 113 | 3
Facility
3
SC AVG
1.3 | 93 | - |
45
Facility
45
SC AVG
31
Rank
#60 / 232 | - | $7.8M
Facility
$7.8M
SC AVG
$13.0M
Rank
#99 / 116 | $5.9M
Facility
$5.9M
SC AVG
$5.4M
Rank
#71 / 116 | 75.4%
Facility
75.4%
SC AVG
44%
Rank
#4 / 116 | 425362 | ||||
| Nhc Healthcare Charleston |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Charleston | 132
Facility
132
SC AVG
111
Rank
#36 / 312 |
77.1%
Facility
77.1%
SC AVG
82.1%
Rank
#87 / 121 | -6% | 5.09
Facility
5.09
SC AVG
4.00
Rank
#10 / 112 | +37% | +27% | $0
Facility
$0
SC AVG
$34.8k
Rank
#1 / 114 | 4
Facility
4
SC AVG
13.7
Rank
#6 / 113 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
SC AVG
3.4
Rank
#13 / 113 | -
Facility
-
SC AVG
1.3 | 80 | A+ | -
Facility
-
SC AVG
31 | Gregory Bartlett | $22.9M
Facility
$22.9M
SC AVG
$13.0M
Rank
#17 / 116 | $10.7M
Facility
$10.7M
SC AVG
$5.4M
Rank
#14 / 116 | 46.9%
Facility
46.9%
SC AVG
44%
Rank
#64 / 116 | 425381 | ||||
| Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Charleston | 123
Facility
123
SC AVG
111
Rank
#59 / 312 |
17.1%
Facility
17.1%
SC AVG
82.1%
Rank
#119 / 121 | -79% | 5.57
Facility
5.57
SC AVG
4.00
Rank
#7 / 112 | +61% | +39% | $0
Facility
$0
SC AVG
$34.8k
Rank
#1 / 114 | 10
Facility
10
SC AVG
13.7
Rank
#43 / 113 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
SC AVG
3.4
Rank
#59 / 113 | 1
Facility
1
SC AVG
1.3 | 26 | - | -
Facility
-
SC AVG
31 | Lynne L Kerrison | $71.1M
Facility
$71.1M
SC AVG
$13.0M
Rank
#1 / 116 | $31.1M
Facility
$31.1M
SC AVG
$5.4M
Rank
#1 / 116 | 43.7%
Facility
43.7%
SC AVG
44%
Rank
#81 / 116 | 425411 |
NHC Healthcare Charleston is a nursing home in Charleston, SC, offering long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and hospice care. With its nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can feel at home. Housekeeping, laundry, 24-hour support, and therapies are also provided to improve residents’ living experiences. Alongside a continuum of care, personalized care plans are provided to meet residents’ needs and preferences.
Light exercises, fun gatherings, and entertainment options encourage residents to live actively and have fun. A beauty and barber shop, a lively dining room, and spacious outdoors also ensure residents can rest and connect with friends. Situated near Frontage Road, St. Francis Hospital, fast-food chains, and shops in Charleston, the community guarantees easy access to necessities and leisure. This nursing home has high-quality care and top-tier amenities, making it one of the best options for senior living in South Carolina.
Ashley River Healthcare is a well-recognized nursing home in Charleston, SC, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community ensures older adults are treated well in its supportive and home-like setting. With 24-hour care, recreational opportunities, and therapies, residents experience a worry-free retirement. Through a holistic approach to care, the community strives to meet residents’ needs and preferences.
Ice cream socials, lectures, and local trips ensure residents can stay active and explore new interests. Top-notch rehabilitation equipment and cozy common areas ensure residents can rest and interact with their surroundings. Charleston Medical Associates, various restaurants, and a bus stop are available nearby, providing easy access to necessities and leisure. This nursing home is a trusted choice for senior living in South Carolina, especially with its high standards of care.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
Weighting overview
- 35%Care Quality
- 20%Staffing
- 20%Regulatory
- 20%Operational
- 5%Environment
01
Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
- Includes
- Overall Rating
- Health Inspection
- QM Rating
- Long-Stay QM
- Short-Stay QM
02
Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
- Includes
- Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
- RN vs State
- Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
- RN Turnover
03
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- Citations
- Citations/Inspection
- Severe Citations
- Fines
- Accreditations
04
Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
- Includes
- Occupancy vs State
- Avg Length of Stay
- Revenue
- Payroll %
- Years in Operation
- Admin Tenure
05
Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- BBB Rating
Who we are
Your Senior Care Partner, Every Step of the Way
We help families find affordable senior communities and unlock same day discounts, Medicaid, and Medicare options tailored to your needs.
Contact us Today
Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Charleston, SC
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 nursing home care?
Yes — South Carolina Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 12 nursing homes in Charleston, SC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home 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 nursing homes 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.
Published on
Updated on
Feedback
