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The Marsh at Carolina Park
3501 Lively Ln, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
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READ MOREThe 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Charleston County, SC for 2024
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Charleston County, SC below include 34 Assisted Living facilities...
with 410 reviews. On average in Charleston County, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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Assisted Living Facilities in Charleston County, SC
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Care With Love
3408 Lenape St, North Charleston, SC 29405
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Cypress Square
205 Midland Parkway, Summerville, SC 29485
4.5
(10 reviews)
"My stepfather moved to Cypress Square. I had two meals with him that day when we went. My sister takes him out for walks. The ladies were all talking to him, so it was pretty interesting. They're way too expensive, but we're satisfied with the care a..."
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Pinewood Square
101 Centennial Blvd, Goose Creek, SC 29445
4.3
(6 reviews)
"I went here, and I liked it. They're coming out to evaluate my friend on Friday. It was very good. They were friendly and it was clean. The people seemed happy and the lady who I toured with was very nice. I didn't have any problems with it at al..."
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Harmony at Wescott
5130 Wescott Blvd., Summerville, SC 29485
4.3
(49 reviews)
"Harmony at Wescott was a little bit out of my price range. They want $1700. The rooms were nice and clean. The staff was friendly. They greeted us with a smile. The dining area looked nice. I think they do bingo there. There's a pretty good variety o..."
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TerraBella Summerville
335 Midland Parkway, Summerville, SC 29485
3.5
(11 reviews)
"I like TerraBella Summerville a lot. My mother would be moving in there today if we could afford it. It topped off every single place that I've looked at by far. They really seem to have genuine care for their residents. I had the opportunity to see ..."
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Wildcat Senior Living
2101 Cane Bay Blvd, Summerville, SC 29486
5.0
(2 reviews)
"We went to Wildcat Senior Living. It was very nice. Everything was nice, clean, and well cared for. The staff was nice. We looked at a room for two people and it had a washer and dryer in there for our own use. They had network cable in each room. Th..."
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Quality Care Residential Home
107 Etling Avenue, Goose Creek, SC 29445
4.7
(8 reviews)
"My grandmother has been a resident here for almost 3 years. We are happy with the care that she has received. The staff is always attentive to my grandmother. The facility is well maintained and kept clean. I don't have to worry about my grandmother..."
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The Village at Summerville
201 W 9th North Street, Summerville, SC 29483
4.6
(11 reviews)
"I am a resident of The Village at Summerville. I'm very delighted with everything here. The staff is so caring and kind. Everything's just wonderful. The people here are very kind. Some of the residents who have been here for 11 years still say they ..."
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The Blake at Carnes Crossroads
4015 2nd Avenue, Summerville, SC 29485
4.5
(14 reviews)
"My mother has moved into The Blake at Carnes Crossroads. We're very happy with it. She's only been there one day. They're all very good. The rooms are decent-sized, and they're clean. The whole place is clean. They had a good variety of food. They se..."
READ MOREStratford Place Assisted Living & Memory Care
95 Bridgetown Road, Goose Creek, SC 29445
4.1
(9 reviews)
"My husband moved to Stratford Place Assisted Living & Memory Care. It's wonderful having him there because I don't have to worry about him getting up, wandering away in the middle of the night, and not hearing him. The staff was very nice. They go ou..."
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The Retreat at Summerville - CLOSED
950 Travelers Blvd., Summerville, SC 29485
3.4
(38 reviews)
"My mom moved into The Retreat at Summerville a couple of weeks ago. The facility is well-kept. Everybody there is wonderful from the office staff to the nursing sector. We like it a lot and they take good care of her. They keep me informed. They keep..."
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Oakbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center
920 TRAVELERS BOULEVARD, Summerville, SC 29485
3.1
(7 reviews)
"My mother-in-law is in Oakbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center. I love it. The food is delicious. I always taste it to make sure. The people are great. It's always the same nursing staff, so you get to know everybody. It's very good. She's just bee..."
READ MOREGoose Creek Manor
104 Marilyn St, Goose Creek, SC 29445
"Close proximity to a variety of shops, restaurants and entertainment venues, Goose Creek Manor has a prime location in the town of Goose Cre..."
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- Paying for Assisted Living in Charleston County
- Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Charleston County
- Free Assisted Living Resources in Charleston County
- Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Charleston County
- Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Paying for Assisted Living in Charleston County
While Charleston County is comprised of 14 cities, over 60% of its residents reside in the Charleston area. According to Genworth Financial’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey, this is an economical region for assisted living. On average, assisted living facilities in this region charge $3,600 per month. This is nearly $400 cheaper than the statewide monthly median of $3,988 and about $700 cheaper than the national average of $4,300.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Charleston County, SC and Nearby Cities
Charleston County is among the cheapest regions in South Carolina for assisted living, with care fees coming in nearly 10% below the state median at $3,600 per month. Only two cities have lower monthly care costs, including the Greenville area, where seniors pay $2,800, and Sumter, where fees average $2,200 per month. In Spartanburg, care costs are a little higher at $4,095, and in Florence, rates average $4,163. In South Carolina’s capital city of Columbia, care costs are consistent with the national average at $4,299. The Myrtle Beach area is considerably more expensive at $4,620 per month, and the Hilton Head Island area is the priciest region in the state at $5,475.
Charleston County/Charleston Area
$3,600
The United States
$4,300
Sumter
$2,200
Myrtle Beach Area
$4,620
Florence
$4,163
Columbia
$4,299
Spartanburg
$4,095
Greenville Area
$2,800
Hilton Head Island Area
$5,475
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Charleston County
South Carolina covers assisted living services through the Medicaid State Plan, for those who qualify.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in South Carolina page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in South Carolina page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Charleston County
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Mayor’s Office on Aging | (843) 577-1306 | The Mayor’s Office on Aging advocates on behalf of seniors in Charleston County and provides residents with the resources and services they need. It partners with local agencies and service providers to give residents information and assistance in finding programs to meet their long-term care needs. It also educates older adults on age-related issues, such as health coverage, fraud and scams and federal benefit programs. |
| Trident Area Agency on Aging | (843) 554-2275 | The Trident Area Agency on Aging has Information and Referral Specialists who help seniors find services and programs to meet their needs and make educated decisions about their long-term care. Through its Eligibility Screening and Assessment Coordination Program, it screens older adults for services, such as senior center transportation, congregate dining and personal care. The agency operates GetCareSC, an information and referral program with a web-based search tool that helps seniors identify local providers. It also has senior health insurance counselors who provide free unbiased information on Medicare, Medicaid and long-term care insurance, which can help seniors find ways to cover assisted living expenses. |
| Charleston County Veterans Affairs Office | (843) 974-6360 | The Charleson County Veterans Affairs Office helps veterans and their spouses or survivors file applications to determine their eligibility for VA programs, benefits and healthcare services. Some benefits that the office helps visitors apply for include medical care, service-connected disability compensation, non-service-connected pension and government life insurance. |
| Lowcountry Senior Center | (843) 762-9555 | The Lowcountry Senior Center is open to adults aged 50 and over and provides a broad range of social and recreational programs. It hosts regular activities, such as art classes, quilters groups, a photography club, a knitting circle and a writing circle. Members can participate in exercise classes, including yoga, strength training and pickleball lessons. The center also has a fitness center with age-friendly exercise equipment, a computer lab and outdoor paved walking trails. |
| South Carolina Legal Services | (843) 720-7044 | South Carolina Legal Services provides free civil legal aid for county residents aged 60 and over. This nonprofit agency helps seniors obtain public benefits that may help them cover assisted living expenses, including Medicaid, Social Security benefits or Supplemental Security Income. It can help seniors appeal denied health insurance claims or canceled policies. It can also assist seniors with drafting wills and assigning powers of attorney. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Charleston County
Charleston-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in South Carolina are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in South Carolina page for more information about these laws.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Sharon
5.0
Review of Oaks at Charleston
Oaks at Charleston was a very nice facility, but I don't think that things are going to work out with them. I'm trying to find a situation where I can let my husband stay for the weekend in a...
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Grandma22609
1.0
Review of Terrabella James Island
The brochure sounds great but unfortunately it’s all lies. Discussing issues with management is useless as nothing changes. Excuses and lip service is all that’s provided. No chef prepared meals...
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Cristina
3.0
Review of Revela at Mt. Pleasant Assisted Living
Revela at Mt. Pleasant Assisted Living was kind of dirty on the inside. They knew I was coming for a tour, and they showed me a room, but it had a dead cockroach in it. They need to clean the...
