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Assisted living costs in Wadmalaw Island average about $4,717 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 3 communities in Wadmalaw Island. Our detailed directory has 8 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Johns Island, Summerville and Charleston.

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My mother was a resident of Dayspring Assisted Living in Hollywood, SC for approximately 5 years. She received great care. The entire staff were very kind to her. She was wheelchair bound for over the last 2...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Dayspring Assisted Living offers a quiet country setting for our residents that is only twenty minutes from Charleston. Our residents and their families are secure in the knowledge that we are committed to patient care. Our ratios of staff to patient are the lowest in Charleston. We don't count...
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it has been a pretty good experience for us. It is clean and well maintained. The meals could use a little improvement. The staff are very nice and attentive for her needs, I have no complaints. The people...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Chardon Place, is an assisted living community nestled on 14 acres. It is a short drive from the islands of Kiawah and Seabrook which have swimming, tennis, and world-class golf courses, and the dining and shopping experiences of Bohicket Marina, Sea Island Shopping Center, and the new...
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Cost of assisted living in Wadmalaw Island, SC

The average cost of senior living in Wadmalaw Island is $4,717 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Yemassee, SC with an average of $4,081 per month.

Assisted living costs in Wadmalaw Island, SC, vs. nearby cities

Wadmalaw Island, SC
$4,717/mo
$4,726/mo
$4,630/mo

Assisted living costs in Wadmalaw Island, SC, vs. state and national averages

Wadmalaw Island, SC
$4,717/mo
U.S. national average
$4,750/mo

Assisted living costs in Wadmalaw Island, SC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,717/mo
$4,717/mo

Assisted living costs in Wadmalaw Island, SC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,850/mo
Studio
$3,625/mo

Senior living costs in Wadmalaw Island vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Wadmalaw Island, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWadmalaw Island, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,717/mo$4,376/mo$4,750/mo
Memory Care$4,717/mo$4,425/mo$5,013/mo
Independent Living$4,569/mo$4,195/mo$4,210/mo
Assisted Living
Wadmalaw Island, SC:$4,717/mo
South Carolina:$4,376/mo
U.S.:$4,750/mo
Memory Care
Wadmalaw Island, SC:$4,717/mo
South Carolina:$4,425/mo
U.S.:$5,013/mo
Independent Living
Wadmalaw Island, SC:$4,569/mo
South Carolina:$4,195/mo
U.S.:$4,210/mo
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Assisted living costs in Wadmalaw Island, SC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Wadmalaw Island and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Wadmalaw Island, SC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Wadmalaw Island have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Wadmalaw Island, SC$5,185/mo$4,497/mo+15.3%
South Carolina$4,208/mo$3,956/mo+6.4%
National$5,130/mo$4,795/mo+7.0%
Wadmalaw Island, SC
2024 average cost:$5,185/mo
2023 average cost:$4,497/mo
Percent change:+15.3%
South Carolina
2024 average cost:$4,208/mo
2023 average cost:$3,956/mo
Percent change:+6.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,130/mo
2023 average cost:$4,795/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wadmalaw Island, SC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Wadmalaw Island.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wadmalaw Island

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wadmalaw Island

Dayspring Assisted Living in Hollywood, SC

4.4
The caregivers at Dayspring were one of the reasons we chose this community. They are wonderful and very good with the residents. This is a smaller community so the ratio of caregivers to residents is higher. They could use a few more activities. The food is good and they keep the community ...
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Daysprings of Johns Island

4.9
Nice place where the owners are on site and know every residents names.

Sweetgrass Village in Mount Pleasant, SC

5.0
My wife [name removed] has been in Assisted Living facilities for the past ten years. No facility has been as comprehensive in their care and genuine in their compassion. I have complete confidence in [name removed] and her team.

Wadmalaw Island assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wadmalaw Island assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wadmalaw Island, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Wadmalaw Island assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Wadmalaw Island that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
100%
52.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
80%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
52.7%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wadmalaw Island assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Wadmalaw Island Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wadmalaw Island, SCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
51.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
80%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
80%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
60%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wadmalaw Island assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Wadmalaw Island partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
41.3%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
37.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
80%
36.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
18%
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Availability of select dining options in Wadmalaw Island assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Wadmalaw Island communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wadmalaw Island, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
40%
37.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wadmalaw Island assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Wadmalaw Island offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
80%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
30.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
49.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
49.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
38.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
60%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wadmalaw Island

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about South Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Wadmalaw Island protect seniors.
Learn about South Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Dayspring Assisted Living and Daysprings of Johns Island are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Wadmalaw Island, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 3 assisted living facilities near Wadmalaw Island, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Wadmalaw Island, South Carolina is Cypress Square. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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