Compare Nursing Homes around Charleston (Metro Area)
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & 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.
| Nhc Healthcare Charleston | NH HC HOS SNF | Charleston | 132
Facility
132
SC AVG
90
Rank
#37 / 307 | - | - | 5.09
Facility
5.09
SC AVG
4.00
Rank
#12 / 119 | +37% | +27% | $0
Facility
$0
SC AVG
$34.8k
Rank
#1 / 121 | 4
Facility
4
SC AVG
13.7
Rank
#8 / 120 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
SC AVG
3.4
Rank
#14 / 120 | - | 81 | A+ | - | Gregory Bartlett | $16.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$16.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG
$13.0M
Rank
#20 / 122 | $9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG
$5.4M
Rank
#15 / 122 | 56.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
56.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG
44%
Rank
#70 / 122 | 425381 | ||||
| Kempton of Charleston | NH AL MC SNF | Charleston | 89
Facility
89
SC AVG
90
Rank
#142 / 307 | - | - | 4.44
Facility
4.44
SC AVG
4.00
Rank
#32 / 119 | +8% | +11% | $6.0k
Facility
$6.0k
SC AVG
$34.8k
Rank
#62 / 121 | 4
Facility
4
SC AVG
13.7
Rank
#8 / 120 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
SC AVG
3.4
Rank
#14 / 120 | - | 20 | - | - | Spring Street Senior Housing Opco LLC | - | - | - | 425418 | ||||
| Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community | NH AL IL MC SNF | Charleston | 123
Facility
123
SC AVG
90
Rank
#59 / 307 | - | - | 5.57
Facility
5.57
SC AVG
4.00
Rank
#8 / 119 | +61% | +39% | $0
Facility
$0
SC AVG
$34.8k
Rank
#1 / 121 | 10
Facility
10
SC AVG
13.7
Rank
#49 / 120 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
SC AVG
3.4
Rank
#65 / 120 | 1 | 21 | - | - | Lynne L Kerrison | $51.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$51.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG
$13.0M
Rank
#1 / 122 | $30.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$30.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG
$5.4M
Rank
#1 / 122 | 59.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
59.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG
44%
Rank
#85 / 122 | 425411 | ||||
| Wellmore of Daniel Island | NH AL IL MC SNF | Charleston (Daniel Island) | 174
Facility
174
SC AVG
90
Rank
#16 / 307 |
29.3%
Facility
29.3%
SC AVG
84.8
Rank
#90 / 94 | -65% | 4.60
Facility
4.60
SC AVG
4.00
Rank
#23 / 119 | +3% | +15% | $12.7k
Facility
$12.7k
SC AVG
$34.8k
Rank
#84 / 121 | 18
Facility
18
SC AVG
13.7
Rank
#95 / 120 | 3.6
Facility
3.6
SC AVG
3.4
Rank
#73 / 120 | 1 | 51 | - |
12
Facility
12
SC AVG
32
Rank
#183 / 230 | Wdi Parent LLC | $7.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$7.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG
$13.0M
Rank
#22 / 122 | $6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG
$5.4M
Rank
#31 / 122 | 89.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
89.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG
44%
Rank
#98 / 122 | 425414 | ||||
| Ashley River Healthcare | NH SNF | Charleston (Sandhurst) | 125
Facility
125
SC AVG
90
Rank
#56 / 307 |
77.3%
Facility
77.3%
SC AVG
84.8
Rank
#81 / 94 | -9% | 3.77
Facility
3.77
SC AVG
4.00
Rank
#61 / 119 | -41% | -6% | $46.2k
Facility
$46.2k
SC AVG
$34.8k
Rank
#113 / 121 | 27
Facility
27
SC AVG
13.7
Rank
#112 / 120 | 5.4
Facility
5.4
SC AVG
3.4
Rank
#108 / 120 | 3 | 97 | - |
45
Facility
45
SC AVG
32
Rank
#58 / 230 | - | $8.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$8.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG
$13.0M
Rank
#108 / 122 | $5.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$5.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG
$5.4M
Rank
#81 / 122 | 65.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
65.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
SC AVG
44%
Rank
#3 / 122 | 425362 |
Bishop Gadsden-Gadsden Glen Center for Health and Rehab
Overview of Bishop Gadsden-Gadsden Glen Center for Health and Rehab
Bishop Gadsden – Gadsden Glen Center for Health and Rehab is a nursing home in Charleston, South Carolina, that provides memory care, short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing services, and respite care. Administered by Jonna Cook, the community is operated by Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community as a part of the larger retirement campus. With 24-hour staffing, the community serves as the primary health and rehabilitation component within one of Charleston’s most established nonprofit retirement campuses.
Generally, the community holds a 5-star overall CMS rating, the highest designation awarded by CMS. Health inspection performance exceeds South Carolina averages by a significant margin, while staffing levels also outperform state benchmarks. Total nursing coverage across the campus averages approximately 5.57 hours per resident per day.
Inspection history across the broader campus reflects comparatively favorable regulatory performance, with citation counts remaining below South Carolina averages on a per-inspection basis. While the Gadsden Glen Center operates as part of the larger Bishop Gadsden campus, a separate CMS star rating for the specific licensed nursing component was not independently listed in the available source material.
Amenities and services include shared spaces, a wellness center, and fitness programs. Religious services are also available, which aligns with the Episcopal mission and heritage of the broader retirement community. BG Therapy, the community’s in-house rehabilitation program, also supports short-term rehabilitation and recovery services alongside ongoing skilled nursing and respite care.
Located on James Island near Charleston’s medical corridor, the community offers access to healthcare providers, hospitals, and specialist services while maintaining a quieter Lowcountry residential setting.
Known for strong staffing levels, extensive amenities, faith-based values, and a comprehensive continuum of care, Bishop Gadsden – Gadsden Glen Center for Health and Rehab is an excellent option for older adults and families in the Charleston area seeking skilled nursing care, memory support, or post-acute rehabilitation within a well-established nonprofit retirement campus.
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
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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 11 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.
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