Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Charleston, SC

Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Charleston, SC

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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 66

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
11 / 100

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHL- Community Residential Care Facility
CountyCharleston
License NumberCRC-1595
Business TypeLimited Liability

Ownership & Operating Entity

Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care is legally operated by Charleston Care Group LLC, and administered by Sarah Kacer.

Ownership TypeLimited Liability

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Dedicated Alzheimer's Unit

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care

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Address 6.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Charleston's city center to Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.34 miles to nearest hospital (Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital | Roper St. Francis Healthcare)

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Compare Assisted Living around Charleston

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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Oaks at Charleston
AL
MC
RC
Charleston (West Ashley)123Yes 53 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Bridge at Charleston
AL
Charleston100Yes 17 Studio / 1 BedA+
Brookdale West Ashley
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Charleston (West Ashley)
100
Facility 100
SC AVG
Rank #71 / 132
Yes
56
Facility 56
SC AVG
Rank #6 / 46
Studio / 1 Bed-
Oaks at Daniel Island
AL
MC
Charleston (Daniel Island)76Yes 53 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
Charleston (West Ashley)66No 11 --

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every SC community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in South Carolina

Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in Charleston, South Carolina.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in South Carolina.

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Community Long Term Care (CLTC)

SC Medicaid CLTC

Age 65+ or disabled
General South Carolina resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
SC

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

South Carolina Respite Care Program

SC NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General South Carolina resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
SC

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General SC resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
SC

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

South Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General SC resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
SC

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

South Carolina SFMNP

Age 60+
General SC resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
SC

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 annually via 10 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Homestead Exemption Program

South Carolina Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled/blind)
General SC resident 1+ year, homeowner.
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed; home-focused.
SC

Saves ~$500-$1,000/year avg.; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Property tax exemption (~$50,000 value, ~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP)

South Carolina ESAP (SNAP for Seniors)

Age 60+
General SC resident, no earned income, not on SCCAP.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,732/month 133% FPL, individual
Asset Limits $4,250 individual, higher than standard SNAP
SC

Simplified process; serves ~50,000 seniors annually.

Benefits
EBT card for food (~$100-$300/month based on income)

Frequently Asked Questions about Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care

What neighborhood is Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care in?

Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care is in the West Ashley neighborhood of Charleston.

Who is the owner of Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care?

Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care is legally operated by Charleston Care Group LLC, and administered by Sarah Kacer.

Is Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care in a walkable area?

Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care?

According to SC state health department records, Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care's license number is CRC-1595.

Are pets allowed at Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care?

No, Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care?

The team at Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care can be reached at SARAH.KACER@SUNSHINERET.COM.

Who is the administrator of Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care?

Sarah Kacer is the administrator of Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care.

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