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Total health inspections
3
South Carolina average 3.9
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
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CMS overall rating
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The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Franke at Seaside
Independent Living in North Charleston
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Franke at Seaside
Overview of Franke at Seaside
Franke at Seaside, a nonprofit retirement community located in the tranquil landscape of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, offers a vibrant retirement experience. Situated amidst stunning lagoons and serene natural surroundings, this community provides a range of care options, including independent living facilities, residential assisted living, memory support, long-term care, rehabilitation, and nursing services. Its well-designed campus encourages curiosity and adventure, making it an ideal place for mindfulness and a peaceful retirement.
Residents here can also enjoy various amenities, including housekeeping and meal services, along with well-maintained grounds. Located conveniently near downtown Charleston, seniors have easy access to local conveniences. On-campus, they’ll find a full-time chaplain, card room, living room, library, and a hair salon. Concierge services are available as well, and the community is well-equipped with a fitness center offering a variety of programs and activities. Additionally, there’s a heated saltwater swimming pool to enhance the retirement experience. All of this is complemented by a dedicated and exceptional staff, making Franke at Seaside a sought-after destination for independent living homes.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
44
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
85.6%
Residents per day (avg)
40
Occupancy rate
85.6%
Residents per day (avg)
40
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
58% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 months
Private pay
42% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$23.2M
Surplus of revenue
$23.5K
Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$23.2M
Surplus of revenue
$23.5K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$7.0M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$16.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$23.2M
44-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 53 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeNursing Homes
StatusActive
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026
CountyCharleston
License NumberNCF-0800
Franke at Seaside is legally operated by Lutheran Homes Of South Carolina Inc, and administrated by Stoll, Sandy A.
Ownership TypeNon-Profit Corporation
Nursing Home
44 units
Total beds
44 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Sandy Stoll, Administrator
Total Employees
245
Full-Time Employees
245
Rehabilitation Services
Nursing Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Offers Alzheimer's Care
Dedicated Alzheimer's Unit
Memory Support
Long Term Care
Rehabilitation
Email
[email protected]
Specific ProgramsIndependent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Support, Long Term Care, Rehabilitation & Nursing, Community Programs, Events
Food DescriptionFranke at Seaside offers restaurant-style dining with multiple venues including the Palmetto Dining Room, Sweetgrass Café, and Seaside Grill, featuring a diverse menu prepared by executive chefs.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Franke at Seaside
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Nursing Home
Inspection History
In South Carolina, the Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality conducts unannounced inspections to ensure care providers meet all health and safety codes.
3 visits/inspections
2 routine inspections
Results
3 with issues
0 without issues
Latest inspection
Date
April 17, 2025
Routine9 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
South Carolina average: 12 deficiencies
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
9
South Carolina average 13.7
Citations per inspection
3
South Carolina average 3.44
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 9 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 0.3
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
9 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Apr 17, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Apr 17, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Apr 17, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Apr 17, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Apr 17, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Apr 17, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Mar 05, 2024
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Mar 05, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Independent Living around North Charleston The information below is reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality.
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Somerby Mount Pleasant
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
Mt Pleasant
118
Yes
7
Private Rooms
-
Franke at Seaside
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Mt Pleasant
115
No
53
Private Rooms
A+
The Legacy of Anderson
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
Anderson
-
Yes
28
Private Rooms
-
Ashley Park by Barclay House
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
Charleston (West Ashley)
-
Yes
49
Private Rooms
-
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
70
Employees
51
Contractors
19
Staff to resident ratio
1.71:1
5% worse than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average ratio: 1.80:1
Avg staff/day
25
Average shift
7.9 hours
0% compared with South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 7.9 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
17,992
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
5
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.1 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
10
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.1 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
27
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
10.6%
1,902 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6
Speech Language Pathologist: 4
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 27 | 0 | 27 | 8,583 | 91 | 100% | 9.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 3,756 | 91 | 100% | 9.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 914 | 66 | 73% | 7.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 688 | 66 | 73% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 626 | 57 | 63% | 9.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 558 | 76 | 84% | 5.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 533 | 70 | 77% | 5.3 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 530 | 66 | 73% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 456 | 57 | 63% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 408 | 51 | 56% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 249 | 62 | 68% | 3.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 6 | 6 | 236 | 66 | 73% | 2.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 189 | 62 | 68% | 3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 130 | 28 | 31% | 4.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 112 | 25 | 27% | 4.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 13 | 14% | 2 |
27 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
10 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
73%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
73%
5 Registered Nurse
% of Days
63%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
84%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
77%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
73%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
63%
1 Administrator
% of Days
56%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
68%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
73%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
68%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
31%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
27%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
14%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
41 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
13 residents (31.7%)
Private pay or other
28 residents (68.3%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family Member Group
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Family Council
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
5.6
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
5.6
36% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 8.7
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
6.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
6.6
57% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 15.5
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
4.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
4.1%
69% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 13.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
9.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
9.1%
46% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 17.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.2%
42% worse than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 3.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.6%
9% worse than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 6.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
14.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
14.7%
789% worse than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 1.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.3%
19% worse than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 6.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.8%
37% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 2.8%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
22.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
22.0%
52% worse than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 14.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
11% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 90.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
10% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 90.6%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
26% better than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 79.5%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.2%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.2%
89% worse than South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
81.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
81.4%
In line with South Carolina averageSouth Carolina average: 78.0%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Franke at Seaside based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
85.6%
↓ 0.3pp vs 2022
Net Income
$23.5K
↓ ~$201.7K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$7.8M
↑ ~$519.3K vs 2022
Profit Margin
0.1%
↓ 1.0pp vs 2022
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