Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Health Care Center, located in Charleston, South Carolina, is a senior living community that provides a full continuum of care options, including independent living, assisted living, memory support, and skilled nursing care. The facility is situated on an expansive, landscaped campus, featuring a range of amenities such as communal dining areas, activity spaces, and landscaped gardens. Residents benefit from a holistic approach to wellness, with ongoing investments in health care infrastructure and the recent addition of new common areas designed to enhance opportunities for social interaction and engagement. While the center maintains an Episcopal affiliation, it is open to residents of all faith backgrounds.
For nursing home residents requiring medical support, Bishop Gadsden offers a comprehensive suite of services tailored to individual needs. Incontinence care is overseen by trained nursing staff, with personalized hygiene routines and the use of appropriate products to ensure resident comfort and dignity. Ambulatory care is also provided, focusing on residents who require assistance with mobility—whether through walking aids or staff support—enabling them to participate in daily activities safely. Diabetes care at the center includes regular blood glucose monitoring, medication management, and support with diet and exercise plans, coordinated by skilled nursing staff and in consultation with medical professionals. Reviews from residents and family members highlight well-maintained facilities, cleanliness, engaging activities, and nutritious dining options.
Feedback consistently indicates strong satisfaction with the professionalism, empathy, and dedication of the staff, who are recognized for their attention to residents' needs and fostering of a safe, community-oriented environment. However, some family members have noted room for improvement in proactive communication regarding medical updates, therapy progress, and discharge planning. Despite this, the overall atmosphere at Bishop Gadsden is one of security, comfort, and engagement, with additional support and resources available to both residents and staff to promote a positive living and working environment.
Costs at this community start at $1,900 and range up to $6,595. The average price in the community is $4,248, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,302. The cost of nursing homes 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.
