Ashley Gardens is a senior living community located in Charleston, South Carolina, with a primary focus on assisted living and specialized memory care for residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The facility is designed as a memory care-only community, offering a secure environment that is tailored to support individuals experiencing memory loss. Residents benefit from personalized care plans, 24-hour supervision, and dedicated staff who are familiar with each resident’s unique needs and preferences.

The care and medical support available at Ashley Gardens are comprehensive and structured to meet a range of needs. The community provides assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, with staff offering some physical assistance as required. Specialized memory care services are central to the facility’s operations; the environment incorporates features such as secured access, indoor and outdoor walking paths, and areas that are specifically designed to be safe and navigable for those with cognitive impairment. Additional services include medication management, incontinence care, diabetes care, ambulatory support, and access to therapy rooms. Residents can also utilize the on-site barber and beauty salon, participate in yoga and chair yoga sessions, and benefit from the availability of podiatry and audiology services. The facility is equipped and staffed to accept residents with psychiatric issues, ensuring appropriate care and support are provided in a safe environment.

Community engagement is facilitated through a range of clubs and social activities, and residents have access to both indoor and outdoor communal spaces for recreation and relaxation. According to resident and family reviews, the staff at Ashley Gardens are described as compassionate and attentive, fostering an environment of dignity and individualized attention. Many families note consistent communication and a collaborative partnership with staff, particularly during challenging periods such as end-of-life care. Cleanliness, safety, balanced meals, and a variety of enrichment activities are also noted as facility strengths. While there have been occasional concerns expressed about odors, staffing levels, and aspects of the physical environment, the prevailing feedback highlights the supportive, caring nature of the Ashley Gardens community and its commitment to providing attentive memory care in a secure and homelike setting.

Costs at this community start at $6,518 and range up to $6,518. The average price in the community is $6,518, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,210. The cost of memory care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.