Benton House of West Ashley
Memory Care & Assisted Living · Charleston, SC

Benton House of West Ashley

Memory Care & Assisted Living · Charleston, SC

Overview of Benton House of West Ashley

Benton House of West Ashley is an award-winning facility that provides genuine care for assisted living and specialized memory care services in Charleston. The community is designed to be bright and beautiful, a place that residents can truly call home for assisted and memory care living. They also offer an adult day program that provides seniors with numerous opportunities to enjoy themselves through various activities. Benton House offers a unique experience for its residents personalized care that is catered to their needs.

Benton House offers 24-hour access to staff and personal emergency response systems; its unique environment fosters independence while ensuring the safety of each resident. Their memory care unit includes free access to a beautiful outdoor area that provides residents with the freedom to escape the clinical care setting. They also offer access to a one-of-a-kind neighborhood and lifestyle that fosters fitness, relaxation, and new experiences.

(843) 576-9667
Walk Score
Walk Score: 2 / 100 Rank #221 / 232Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 221st out of 232 homes in South Carolina. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across South Carolina facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in South Carolina that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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The information below is reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality.

Oaks at Charleston
MC
AL
RC
Charleston (West Ashley)
123
Facility 123
SC AVG 90
Rank #59 / 309
Yes
53
Facility 53
SC AVG 32
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Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Harmony at West Ashley
MC
AL
IL
Charleston (West Ashley)
105
Facility 105
SC AVG 90
Rank #102 / 309
Yes
6
Facility 6
SC AVG 32
Rank #207 / 232
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale West Ashley
MC
AL
IL
NH
Charleston (West Ashley)
100
Facility 100
SC AVG 90
Rank #109 / 309
Yes
56
Facility 56
SC AVG 32
Rank #27 / 232
Studio / 1 Bed
Dayspring Assisted Living of Johns Island
MC
AL
Johns Island
24
Facility 24
SC AVG 90
Rank #300 / 309
No
2
Facility 2
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Rank #221 / 232
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Benton House of West Ashley
MC
AL
Charleston (West Ashley)-No
2
Facility 2
SC AVG 32
Rank #221 / 232
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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in South Carolina

Benton House of West Ashley is located in Charleston, 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 Benton House of West Ashley

What neighborhood is Benton House of West Ashley in?

Benton House of West Ashley is in the West Ashley neighborhood.

Is Benton House of West Ashley in a walkable area?

Benton House of West Ashley has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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What is the address of Benton House of West Ashley?

Benton House of West Ashley is located at 1445 Bluewater Way, Charleston, SC 29414.

What is the phone number of Benton House of West Ashley?

(843) 576-9667 will put you in contact with the team at Benton House of West Ashley.

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