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Helena Square

Assisted Living in Port Royal

Exterior view of the facility with palm trees and rocking chairs Cozy private resident room with a bed and chair Dining room setup with tables and chairs Cozy common area with comfortable seating
Helena Square

Assisted Living in Port Royal

1624 Paris Ave, Port Royal, SC 29935 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Helena Square

Located in the heart of Port Royal, SC, the Helena Square is a prominent senior living community providing assisted living services. A wide array of well-appointed and spacious accommodations with several floor plans ranging from one-bedroom to studio are available. Having a highly equipped and compassionate team, this community offers an emergency response team and round-the-clock personalized care services.

The community is committed to providing a perfect balance between personal freedom and intentional care wherein residents can enjoy delightful and healthy meals and snacks daily, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, in-house maintenance services, and free transportation to all professional services. Participate in diverse social activities and community events. Explore other beautiful spaces such as the illuminated entryways. With the Helena Square, seniors are assured of a classic retirement.

(843) 547-5224
(843) 547-5224
Bed community size
44-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 47 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeCommunity Residential Care Facilities
StatusActive
ExpirationJune 30, 2026
CountyBeaufort
License NumberCRC-2309

Ownership & Operating Entity

Helena Square is legally operated by Port Royal Al Llc, and administrated by Fennell, Eric.

Ownership TypeLimited Liability

Memory & Specialized Care

2 services
Offers Alzheimer's Care
Dedicated Alzheimer's Unit

Contact Information

Email [email protected]

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Helena Square

Assisted Living

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in South Carolina

Helena Square is located in Port Royal, 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%)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

South Carolina LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General SC resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
SC

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

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid (~$300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid Weatherization

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

South Carolina SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, SC resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
SC

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

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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
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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)

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Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Compare Assisted Living around Port Royal The information below is reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Bureau of Healthcare Quality.

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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.

Port Royal (Mariners Watch)44Yes 47 Studio / 1 Bed
Helena Square Helena Square
Type of care: AL
Community:Location: Port Royal (Mariners Watch)
Bed Count: 44
Pets Allowed: Yes
Bed Options: Studio / 1 Bed
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