Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community

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Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community

CHARLESTON, SC 29412-3506 View Map
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Overview of Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community
Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community is a vibrant life plan community located in Charleston, SC. It offers a range of services including independent living, assisted living, skilled care, and memory support. The community is known for its exceptional architecture, design, and approach to care, providing residents with a fulfilling lifestyle.
(843) 762-3300

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
South Carolina average: 2.8/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
South Carolina average: 2.7/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
5/5
South Carolina average: 2.9/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5
South Carolina average: 3.4/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
5h 34m per day

This home provides 39% more nursing time per resident than the state average.

South Carolina average: 4h 0m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 1h 29m per day 38m per day 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day. 1h 13m per day 1h 1m per day 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 3h 5m per day 2h 13m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 5h 12m per day 3h 20m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 14m per day 5m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 1h 8m per day 24m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 123

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the South Carolina average
Occupancy rate 79.7%
Residents per day (avg) 26
Occupancy rate
79.7%
Residents per day (avg)
26

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

63% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 19 days

Private pay

37% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$71.1M
Surplus of revenue
$1.1M
Voluntary non-profit home Other
Home revenue
$71,096,903.00
Surplus of revenue
$1,128,290.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$26.5M
37.3% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$43.5M
Total costs $70.0M
Bed community size
123-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

License Status
Active
Facility Type
Community Residential Care Facilities

Additional licensing details

License number: CRC-0451
CMS Certification Number: 425411

Ownership & operating entity

Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community is administrated by COOK, JONNA.

Owner name: BISHOP GADSDEN EPISCOPAL RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wellness Center
Spa
Community Garden
Nature Trails
Croquet Court
On-site Clinic
Pharmacy
Dining Options

Programs & Activities

Activities
Bishop Gadsden offers a calendar of events and activities for residents.
Specific Programs
Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Care, Memory Support, Short Term Rehab, BG Therapy, BG At Home, The Embark Program, Calendar of Events, Culinary
Religious Services
Yes
Volunteer Programs
Yes

Pricing & Financial Information

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Bishop Gadsden offers a variety of dining options, including a café and fine dining, with a focus on fresh and locally sourced ingredients.

Compare Nursing Homes around Charleston

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

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

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

SC 29414-5700
132
No
-
BARTLETT, GREGORY
77.1%
$22,408,483.00
$7,852,662.00
35%
80.10
5/5
5.0881
5/5
5/5
4/5
-
4
-
-5%
+27%
-6%
-
Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

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

SC 29412-3506
100
No
-
KERRISON, LYNNE L
79.7%
$54,722,788.00
$26,505,703.00
48.4%
26.10
5/5
5.5719
4/5
5/5
5/5
-
10
1
+48%
+39%
-3%
-
Kempton of Charleston
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

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

SC 29403
90
No
-
-
60.5%
$7,657,074.00
$4,338,389.00
56.7%
20.50
5/5
4.4394
4/5
4/5
5/5
7
4
-
-42%
+11%
-26%
-
White Oak Manor Charleston
AL

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

MC

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

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Charleston
176
No
35
DAVIS, YVONNE
82.4%
$18,341,642.00
$9,153,479.00
49.9%
159.30
4/5
4.1479
4/5
3/5
2/5
-
8
1
-60%
+4%
0%
-
NHC HealthCare Charleston
AL

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

HC

Hospice Care

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

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

Charleston
-
No
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Shared Rooms

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Address 4744.7 miles from city center

Address CHARLESTON, SC 29412-3506

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

216
Total Staff
161
Employees
55
Contractors
15,620
Total Hours (Quarter)
72
Avg Staff/Day
2.4
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse313.2 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse422.7 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant1032.2 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
3 staff
2.2hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
180 staff
2.5hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
2 staff
2.3hs shift avg
Therapy Services
22 staff
2hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
5 staff
2hs shift avg
Dietary Services
2 staff
2.2hs shift avg
Other Services
2 staff
2.2hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
5.8%
of total hours from contractors
903 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 1 Certified Nursing Assistant: 29 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Licensed Practical Nurse: 19 Medical Director: 2 Feeding Assistant: 2 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant74291036,87591100%2.2
Registered Nurse301313,14491100%3.2
Licensed Practical Nurse2319422,22591100%2.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician8085867886%2.3
Speech Language Pathologist6064817481%1.9
Qualified Social Worker4153847582%2
RN Director of Nursing2022646369%2.2
Mental Health Service Worker2022516470%2.2
Respiratory Therapist3032337380%1.9
Physical Therapy Assistant3031748088%1.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist1011496571%2.3
Feeding Assistant0221496571%2.1
Nurse Practitioner1011396369%2.2
Dietitian1011396369%2.2
Occupational Therapy Aide1011336066%2.2
Other Dietary Services Staff1011255965%2.1
Administrator1011135257%2.2
Medical Director022562224%2.2
Occupational Therapy Assistant011111%1.3

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

South Carolina average 3.9


Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations 10
Citations per inspection
3.33

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 10 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 1
In line with South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 0.3

1 critical citation More info South Carolina average: 1

0 serious citations More info South Carolina average: 0.3

9 moderate citations More info South Carolina average: 12.3

0 minor citations More info South Carolina average: 0.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Apr 25, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Apr 25, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Apr 25, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Mar 20, 2024
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
22 Total Residents
Medicare 22 (100%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
CCRC
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.9%
26% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 79.5%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.9%
47% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 92.0%
18% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 78.0%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 20.1%
19% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 24.7%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 14.9%
6% worse than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 14.1%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.7%
10% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 72.7%
35% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 65.1%
29% better than South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 50.6%

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Community Long Term Care (CLTC)

SC Medicaid CLTC

Age 65+ or disabled, South Carolina resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

South Carolina Respite Care Program

SC NFCSP Respite

Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), South Carolina resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, SC resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

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

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

South Carolina LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, SC resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via ECAP (~$500 max).

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

South Carolina SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, SC resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; Goodwill/AARP partnership.

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

South Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, SC resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

South Carolina SFMNP

Age 60+, SC resident, low-income.

~$2,322/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed.

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

Homestead Exemption Program

South Carolina Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled/blind), SC resident 1+ year, homeowner.

None; tax-based eligibility.

Not assessed; home-focused.

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

Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP)

South Carolina ESAP (SNAP for Seniors)

Age 60+, SC resident, no earned income, not on SCCAP.

~$1,732/month (133% FPL, individual).

$4,250 (individual, higher than standard SNAP).

Simplified process; serves ~50,000 seniors annually.