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Assisted living costs in Wadmalaw Island average about $4,664 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 7 communities in Wadmalaw Island. Our detailed directory has 113 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.

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Photo of Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care
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11 Floor plan available
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I wish I had found this place earlier. This is by far the best place for my wife. The staff is exceptionally kind and takes excellent care of her. I no longer have to look for assistance, which is a relief....
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Here at Ashley Gardens, we are more than a memory care facility, we are a memory care community. Located close to Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, we offer a warm and welcoming senior community for those in need of all-inclusive assisted living, transitional assisted living, or memory care in...
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Photo of The Addison of West Ashley
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44 Floor plans available
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8.9
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I don't like any place that gives you one entry price and then continues to increase price monthly and decrease services monthly. It's great but prices are creeping up.
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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what makes The Addison of West Ashley the most desired in the...
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I would recommend it to others and it's a great place because the staff is very attentive across the board and it's a very clean facility with lots of activities.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Harmony at West AshleyIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Charleston, South Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services...
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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
Care types provided by this community
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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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.
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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 $4,664 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Edisto Beach, SC with an average of $3,887 per month.

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

Wadmalaw Island, SC
$4,664/mo
$4,428/mo
$4,450/mo

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

Wadmalaw Island, SC
$4,664/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,664/mo
$4,664/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,880/mo
Studio
$6,091/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,641/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,805/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$4,664/mo$4,315/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,664/mo$4,362/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,501/mo$4,135/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Wadmalaw Island, SC:$4,664/mo
South Carolina:$4,315/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Wadmalaw Island, SC:$4,664/mo
South Carolina:$4,362/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Wadmalaw Island, SC:$4,501/mo
South Carolina:$4,135/mo
U.S.:$4,153/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.

Wadmalaw Island, SCSC stateNational

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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Wadmalaw Island, SC$5,185/mo$4,497/mo+15.3%
South Carolina$4,216/mo$3,929/mo+7.3%
National$5,129/mo$4,794/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:$4,216/mo
2023 average cost:$3,929/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,129/mo
2023 average cost:$4,794/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 review score based on 41 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 41 reviews of 6 Wadmalaw Island assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wadmalaw Island review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Wadmalaw Island review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Wadmalaw Island, SC6 facilities
8.3
Meggett, SC18 facilities
8.5
Rockville, SC14 facilities

Review subcategories for Wadmalaw Island assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 41 reviews of 6 Wadmalaw Island assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wadmalaw Island resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Wadmalaw Island, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.2
4.1
Friendliness
3.2
4.2
Care services
2.6
3.8
Staff
3.1
4.0
Meals & dining
2.8
3.7
Activities
2.9
3.7
Value for cost*
2.8
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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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.
Wadmalaw Island, SCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
83.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
52.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*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
83.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.7%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
50%
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.
Wadmalaw Island, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
17.3%
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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
50%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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.
Wadmalaw Island, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
50%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46%
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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

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Ashley Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care, The Addison of West Ashley and Harmony at West Ashley are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Wadmalaw Island, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
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