Best Memory Care in Charleston, South Carolina
9 communities found
Charleston has 8 memory care communities, all residential in style, with an average rating of 4.4 across 424 reviews read. Ratings for these communities range from 4.0 to 4.8, and all 8 report common amenities such as 24-hour staff, medication management, and private rooms.
- 9communities
- 4.4average rating, 8 rated
- 406family reviews read
Kempton Of Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina
4.7(59)
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Palmettos of Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina
4.8(14)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Indigo Hall Assisted Living and Memory Care
Charleston, South Carolina
4.6(51)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Wellmore of Daniel Island
Charleston, South Carolina
4.5(127)
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
TerraBella James Island
Charleston, South Carolina
4.5(8)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
The Peninsula of Charleston Sales Gallery
Charleston, South Carolina
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
The Colonnade at West Ashley
Charleston, South Carolina
4.1(48)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Harmony at West Ashley
Charleston, South Carolina
4(48)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
From $4,545/moThe Addison of West Ashley
Charleston, South Carolina
4(51)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
Best-rated memory care in Charleston
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.7 (59 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 23 units
- 2
4.8 (14 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
The Palmettos of Charleston offers personalized care plans, recently remodeled interiors, and a dedicated memory care area within its community.
- 3
Indigo Hall Assisted Living and Memory Care
4.6 (51 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Indigo Hall holds a 4.7 average from 50 Google reviews and offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing with personalized daily support.
- 4
4.5 (127 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 60 units
Wellmore of Daniel Island has a 4.5 Google rating from 126 reviews and offers a full continuum of care from independent living through skilled nursing.
- 5
4.5 (8 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
- 6
4.1 (48 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
- 7
4 (48 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Harmony at West Ashley holds a 4.2 rating from 46 Google reviews, though no specific reviewer comments are available.
- 8
4 (51 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
What families say about memory care in Charleston
Counted across the review summaries of 8 Charleston communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise activities and social life, noted in 75% of the 8 communities, and memory care itself, cited in 63%. Caring, attentive staff come up in 50% of communities, while communication with families and cost and billing are flagged as concerns in 100% of communities.
Praised most
- Activities and social life 75%
- Memory care 63%
- Caring, attentive staff 50%
- Building and grounds 50%
- Medical and nursing care 38%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 88%
- Cost and billing 88%
“I am a home health nurse and have had many patients at the Palmettos. They are always pleasant and kind and take excellent care of their residents. I would highly recommend them for anyone needing assisted living or memory care services.”
“Positive, supportive, respectful environment. Excellent communication - the front desk is consistently responsive and helpful - and this extends to the Care Team, Wellness Activities staff, and Therapy personnel. We appreciate the availability and assistance of the Director.”
“Mom is in memory care and doing well. We know she is well cared for. Staff keeps changing and protocal does as well but we are still happy. The director always adresses our concerns promptly.”
Memory Care in Charleston: the figures
- •Most common amenities: laundry service (8), medication management (8), 24-hour staff (8), gathering / activity spaces (8), housekeeping (8), dietary accommodations (8).
How families pay for memory care in South Carolina
Most South Carolina families pay for assisted living, memory care and independent living out of their own pockets at first, drawing on savings, pensions, Social Security and often the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a family already holds a policy, can offset part of the monthly cost as well. Veterans and surviving spouses who meet the eligibility rules may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit paid in addition to a standard VA pension that can be put toward the cost of care.
The full picture for the state: Memory Care in South Carolina.
Memory Care near Charleston
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Charleston6.3 mi | 23 | 4.1 / 5 | 6.3 mi |
| Mount Pleasant9.2 mi | 29 | 4.4 / 5 | 9.2 mi |
| Goose Creek13.8 mi | 12 | 4.5 / 5 | 13.8 mi |
| Summerville16.9 mi | 16 | 4.2 / 5 | 16.9 mi |
All of South Carolina: Memory Care in South Carolina. Closer to home? Compare memory care near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 9 communities listed in Charleston, 406 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Charleston ask about.
- Home Care in South Carolina: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Assisted Living vs. Memory Care: 9 Key Differences and How to Choose the Right One
- How Routine Enhances Quality Of Life In Memory Care
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Memory Care in Charleston: Common Questions
How many memory care communities are in Charleston, South Carolina?
MyLivingChoice lists 9 memory care communities in Charleston, South Carolina, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which memory care communities in Charleston are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include The Palmettos of Charleston (4.8★, 14 ratings), Kempton Of Charleston (4.7★, 59 ratings), Indigo Hall Assisted Living and Memory Care (4.6★, 51 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Charleston?
Beyond memory care, Charleston has assisted living (12 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (10 communities), independent living (7 communities), at-home care (4 communities), home health (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate memory care in Charleston?
Families rate Charleston memory care communities 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 406 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Charleston memory care communities?
Across the review summaries of 8 Charleston communities, the most common praise is activities and social life (mentioned for 75%), memory care (mentioned for 63%), caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 50%). The most common concerns are communication with families (88%), cost and billing (88%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Charleston bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
