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Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community

CHARLESTON, SC 29412-3506 View Map

Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community is a Nursing Home in South Carolina

Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement… is a Nursing Home in South Carolina

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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)

Nurse hours per resident 5.57/day

Overall rating

5/5

Health Inspection

4/5

Staffing

5/5

Quality Measures

5/5

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.

79.7%

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

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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

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

$26.5M

37.3% of revenue

Other operating costs

$43.5M

Total costs $70.0M

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

Email: [email protected]

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.

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Nhc Healthcare Charleston

SNF

SC 29414-5700

132

BARTLETT, GREGORY

77.1%

$22,408,483.00

$7,852,662.00

35%

80.10

5/5

5.0881

5/5

4/5

Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community

SNF

SC 29412-3506

100

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

Kempton of Charleston

SNF

SC 29403

60.5%

$7,657,074.00

$4,338,389.00

56.7%

20.50

5/5

4.4394

4/5

5/5

White Oak Manor Charleston

SNF

Charleston

176

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

NHC HealthCare Charleston

Charleston

Shared Rooms

Nhc Healthcare Charleston

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: SC 29414-5700

Bed Count: 132

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: BARTLETT, GREGORY

CCN: 425381

Occupancy: 77.1%

Home Revenue: $22,408,483.00

Payroll Costs: $7,852,662.00

Payroll %: 35%

Avg Residents/Day: 80.10

Overall Rating: 5/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 5.0881

Health Insp Rating: 5/5

Staffing Rating: 5/5

QM Rating: 4/5

Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: SC 29412-3506

Bed Count: 100

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: KERRISON, LYNNE L

CCN: 425411

Occupancy: 79.7%

Home Revenue: $54,722,788.00

Payroll Costs: $26,505,703.00

Payroll %: 48.4%

Avg Residents/Day: 26.10

Overall Rating: 5/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 5.5719

Health Insp Rating: 4/5

Staffing Rating: 5/5

QM Rating: 5/5

Kempton of Charleston

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: SC 29403

Bed Count: 90

Pets Allowed: No

CCN: 425418

Occupancy: 60.5%

Home Revenue: $7,657,074.00

Payroll Costs: $4,338,389.00

Payroll %: 56.7%

Avg Residents/Day: 20.50

Overall Rating: 5/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.4394

Health Insp Rating: 4/5

Staffing Rating: 4/5

QM Rating: 5/5

Number of Fines: 7

White Oak Manor Charleston

Type of care: AL MC SNF

Community: Charleston

Bed Count: 176

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: DAVIS, YVONNE

CCN: 425128

Occupancy: 82.4%

Home Revenue: $18,341,642.00

Payroll Costs: $9,153,479.00

Payroll %: 49.9%

Avg Residents/Day: 159.30

Overall Rating: 4/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.1479

Health Insp Rating: 4/5

Staffing Rating: 3/5

QM Rating: 2/5

NHC HealthCare Charleston

Type of care: AL HC IL MC

Community: Charleston

Pets Allowed: No

Bed Options: Shared Rooms

CHARLESTON, SC 29412-3506

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216

Total Staff

161

Employees

Contractors

15,620

Total Hours (Quarter)

Avg Staff/Day

2.4

Avg Shift (hrs)

Nursing Staff Breakdown

Role ⓘ	Count ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ	Uses Contractors? ⓘ
Registered Nurse	31	3.2	Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse	42	2.7	Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant	103	2.2	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 Assistant	74	29	103	6,875	91	100%	2.2
Registered Nurse	30	1	31	3,144	91	100%	3.2
Licensed Practical Nurse	23	19	42	2,225	91	100%	2.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician	8	0	8	586	78	86%	2.3
Speech Language Pathologist	6	0	6	481	74	81%	1.9
Qualified Social Worker	4	1	5	384	75	82%	2
RN Director of Nursing	2	0	2	264	63	69%	2.2
Mental Health Service Worker	2	0	2	251	64	70%	2.2
Respiratory Therapist	3	0	3	233	73	80%	1.9
Physical Therapy Assistant	3	0	3	174	80	88%	1.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist	1	0	1	149	65	71%	2.3
Feeding Assistant	0	2	2	149	65	71%	2.1
Nurse Practitioner	1	0	1	139	63	69%	2.2
Dietitian	1	0	1	139	63	69%	2.2
Occupational Therapy Aide	1	0	1	133	60	66%	2.2
Other Dietary Services Staff	1	0	1	125	59	65%	2.1
Administrator	1	0	1	113	52	57%	2.2
Medical Director	0	2	2	56	22	24%	2.2
Occupational Therapy Assistant	0	1	1	1	1	1%	1.3

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Total Health inspections 3

23% below South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 3.9

Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total Health citations 10

27% below South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 13.7

3.33 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 10 citations

Complaint investigations 0 citations

Breakdown of citations

Critical Health citations 1

Near South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 1.0

Serious Health citations 0

100% below South Carolina average

South Carolina average: 0.3

Moderate Health citations 9

Minor Health citations 0

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

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.

Active Resident Council

Short-stay resident measures

Pneumococcal Vaccine 99.9%

26% better than South Carolina average

Antipsychotic medication increase 0.9%

47% better than South Carolina average

Influenza Vaccine 92.0%

18% better than South Carolina average

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 79.7% ↑ 29.7pp vs 2022

Net Income $1,128,290 ↑ ~$3.8M vs 2022

Total Payroll $31,102,680 ↑ ~$7.2M vs 2022

Profit Margin 2.1% ↑ 8.6pp vs 2022

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Metric	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	94.1%	68.3%	68.9%	71.6%	49.9%	79.7%
Beds	50	50	50	50	50	100
Net Income	-$911,622	$6,392,336	-$1,064,064	$8,913,217	-$2,629,089	$1,128,290
Gross Revenue	$32,748,377	$33,787,169	$34,935,223	$37,030,885	$40,430,167	$54,722,788
Operating Expenses	$36,060,324	$38,619,030	$40,845,838	$43,273,962	$55,109,577	$67,044,222
Net Patient Revenue	$32,356,357	$33,252,825	$34,738,103	$36,419,845	$39,429,368	$51,798,397
Total Payroll	$14,758,929	$16,594,624	$17,781,244	$18,194,113	$23,891,073	$31,102,680
Profit Margin %	-2.8%	18.9%	-3.1%	24.1%	-6.5%	2.1%
Medicare %	6.6%	9.1%	7.4%	6.3%	10.7%	16.6%
Medicaid %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%
Private %	93.4%	90.9%	92.6%	93.7%	89.3%	83.4%
Revenue/Day	$2,177	$2,667	$2,756	$2,787	$4,327	$1,781
Cost/Day	$2,426	$3,097	$3,241	$3,311	$6,047	$2,305
Avg Length of Stay	198.2 days	215.0 days	233.4 days	266.7 days	198.1 days	19.8 days

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Community Long Term Care (CLTC)

SC Medicaid CLTC

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: High rural demand; waitlists possible.

South Carolina Respite Care Program

SC NFCSP Respite

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

Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits: Not applicable.

SC Specifics: Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

South Carolina Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

South Carolina LIHEAP

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

Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

South Carolina SCSEP

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

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.

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

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

South Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

South Carolina SFMNP

General: Age 60+, SC resident, low-income.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,322/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not assessed.

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

Homestead Exemption Program

South Carolina Homestead Exemption

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

Income Limits (2025): None; tax-based eligibility.

Asset Limits: Not assessed; home-focused.

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

Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP)

South Carolina ESAP (SNAP for Seniors)

General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Simplified process; serves ~50,000 seniors annually.

Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community

Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community

Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community is a Nursing Home in South Carolina

Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement… is a Nursing Home in South Carolina

Quality ratings

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

This home usually has availability

Who this home usually serves

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

Private pay

Finances and operations

About this community

Additional licensing details

Ownership & operating entity

Care Services

Contact Information

Amenities & Lifestyle

Programs & Activities

Pricing & Financial Information

Dining & Nutrition

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Staff by Category

Contractor Analysis

Health Inspection History

Breakdown of citations

Citations history (last 3 years)

Facility Characteristics

Resident Census by Payment Source

Programs & Services

Family Engagement

Quality of care over time

Short-stay resident measures

Financial Trends

Occupancy Rate

Financial Performance

Payroll & Labor Costs

Payer Mix

Revenue vs Cost Per Patient Day

Guides for Better Senior Living

Eldertainment

Financial Aid for South Carolina Seniors

Community Long Term Care (CLTC)

South Carolina Respite Care Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

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

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Homestead Exemption Program

Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP)

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