Charleston, a port city in South Carolina, boasts seascapes, beaches and an urban environment. About 27 assisted living facilities in and around the city cater to the needs of older adults who...
Continue on to our directory below, where we feature 311 reviews reviews of assisted living facilities in Charleston, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars.
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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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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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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..."
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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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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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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..."
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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..."
READ MOREAccording to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living facilities in Charleston charge seniors approximately $4,023 per month, making this city economical when compared to South Carolina’s $4,650 median expense. Myrtle Beach is the most expensive city in the area for assisted living, at around $5,625 per month, while Columbia, where seniors pay about $5,223 monthly, is the next most affordable after Charleston.
Charleston
$4,023
South Carolina
$4,650
United States
$5,350
Myrtle Beach
$5,625
Sumter
$5,389
Hilton Head Island
$5,350
Columbia
$5,223
According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2021, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Charleston is $3,945. This is less than the national median of $4,500 and more than the South Carolina state average of $3,612.Â
In South Carolina, seniors who need help paying assisted living costs can apply for the South Carolina Community Choices Medicaid Wavier. The state also offers supplemental SSI payments.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in South Carolina page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in South Carolina page
Assisted living, the second most affordable senior care option in Charleston, costs approximately $4,023 per month. This figure exceeds the charge for adult day health care by $2,463. When compared to in-home care and home health care, assisted living offers savings of $1,697 and $2,555, respectively. Nursing home care, the most expensive form of senior care in Charleston, costs more than double that of assisted living.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$6,578
Adult Day Health Care
$1,560
Assisted Living Facility
$4,023
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$8,775
Seniors living in Charleston have access to a number of support services offered by nonprofit organizations and government departments. These services and activities may be of interest to seniors who are currently living in assisted living facilities and those who are considering making the move.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston Area Seniors | (843) 722-4127 | The Charleston Area Seniors is a nonprofit organization that provides a number of services to assist seniors in the community. Services are all provided by volunteers, and the organization is supported by local churches. Some of the services offered include a food pantry, transport services, caregiver support, friendship calls, meals on wheels and congregate meals. The organization runs a senior center that provides activities such as fitness classes, board games and educational lectures. |
| Charleston Office on Aging | (843) 577-1306 | The Charleston Office on Aging focuses on assisting seniors and caregivers in the community. The office runs an elder abuse hotline where seniors in long-term care facilities can use to report any issues. It operates a volunteer group that organizes intergenerational community activities. |
| Senior Centers | (843) 724-7311 | The city of Charleston runs three senior community centers for seniors aged 55 and older. These centers provide a hot meal at lunch each day where seniors can socialize and enjoy a nutritious meal. Activities offered include day trips to local attractions, fitness classes, computer classes, card games, live entertainment and wellness lectures. |
| South Carolina Department on Aging | (803) 734-9886 | The South Carolina Department on Aging offers a number of programs and initiates to support seniors. Some of the programs offered include nutrition programs, medicare information, legal assistance, caregiver support, evidence-based health programs and senior centers. The Long-Term Care Ombudsman program advocates for seniors in long-term care facilities such as assisted living communities and nursing homes. |
Charleston Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in South Carolina are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in South Carolina page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
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...
Assisted Living
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...
Assisted Living
Cristina
4.0
Review of The Oaks at Daniel Island
The Oaks at Daniel Island was very clean and very bright. There were a lot of seniors milling around you. They weren't sequestered in their rooms. They had a nice open area for them to hang out in....
Provider response
Christina - Thank you for the review and kind words.
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