Best Skilled Nursing in Charleston, South Carolina
10 communities found
Charleston lists 13 skilled nursing communities, all residential, with an average rating of 4.1 across 12 rated communities and 1,032 reviews read. Eight communities have Medicare star ratings, averaging 3.9 stars, with three at five stars and none at one star. Size mix among the eight with known scale runs from mid-size to large, with three mid-size and five large communities.
- 10communities
- 4average rating, 9 rated
- 889family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community
Charleston, South Carolina
4.8(80)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Kempton Of Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina
4.7(59)
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Ashley River Healthcare
Charleston, South Carolina
4.6(151)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term 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
The Peninsula of Charleston Sales Gallery
Charleston, South Carolina
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
NHC HealthCare
Charleston, South Carolina
3.9(211)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Reserve Healthcare And Rehabilitation
Charleston, South Carolina
3.7(106)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
White Oak Manor - Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina
3.3(57)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Riverside Health And Rehab
Charleston, South Carolina
2.2(47)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Charleston
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community
4.8 (80 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 41 units
Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Health Care Center holds a 4.7 rating from 79 Google reviews, though no individual review text was provided.
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4.7 (59 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 23 units
- 3
4.6 (151 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 125 units
Ashley River Healthcare holds a 4.6 Google rating from 142 reviewers and a 4-star Medicare.gov rating, though no written reviews were provided.
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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.
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4.5 (127 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 60 units
Wellmore of Daniel Island holds a 4.5 Google rating from 126 reviews and offers a full continuum of care from independent living through skilled nursing.
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3.9 (211 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 88 units
NHC HealthCare is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center with round-the-clock nursing and therapy services, holding a 3.9 rating from 210 Google reviewers.
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The Reserve Healthcare And Rehabilitation
3.7 (106 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 135 units
Families of The Reserve Healthcare And Rehabilitation praise the therapy teams and caring staff, but raise concerns about cleanliness, understaffing, and inconsistent basic care.
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3.3 (57 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 176 units
- 9
2.2 (47 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 160 units
Riverside Health and Rehab receives a very low overall rating, with multiple reviewers describing serious concerns about neglect, cleanliness, and communication. A few reviewers, including one describing a six-month…
What families say about skilled nursing in Charleston
Counted across the review summaries of 10 Charleston communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Across these communities, 62% are praised for medical and nursing care, and 46% for activities and social life, with 38% noted for caring, attentive staff. At the same time, 85% of communities draw concerns about communication with families and another 85% about cost and billing, alongside smaller mentions of cleanliness and building upkeep at 15% each.
Praised most
- Medical and nursing care 70%
- Activities and social life 50%
- Caring, attentive staff 40%
- Memory care 30%
- Building and grounds 20%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 80%
- Cost and billing 80%
- Cleanliness 20%
- Staff attitude 10%
“Wow… Ashley River is where you want to be for rehab! The therapy team here is exceptional. Thank you all for what you do, EVERYDAY!”
“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.”
Skilled Nursing in Charleston: the figures
- •Of the 8 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60.
- •8 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.9 out of 5: 6 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: medication management (10), wheelchair accessible (10), 24-hour staff (10), gathering / activity spaces (10), housekeeping (10), on-site nurse (rn) (10).
How families pay for skilled nursing 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: Skilled Nursing in South Carolina.
Skilled Nursing 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 |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 10 communities listed in Charleston, 889 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
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Charleston: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Charleston, South Carolina?
MyLivingChoice lists 10 skilled nursing long term care communities in Charleston, South Carolina, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Charleston are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community (4.8★, 80 ratings), Kempton Of Charleston (4.7★, 59 ratings), Ashley River Healthcare (4.6★, 151 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Charleston?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Charleston has assisted living (12 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (10 communities), memory care (9 communities), independent living (7 communities), at-home care (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Charleston?
Families rate Charleston skilled nursing long term care communities 4 out of 5 on average, across 889 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Charleston skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 10 Charleston communities, the most common praise is medical and nursing care (mentioned for 70%), activities and social life (mentioned for 50%), caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 40%). The most common concerns are communication with families (80%), cost and billing (80%), cleanliness (20%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Charleston?
Of the 8 Charleston communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Charleston nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
8 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Charleston carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.9 out of 5. 6 are rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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