Brookdale West Ashley, located in Charleston, South Carolina, is a senior living community providing both assisted living and memory care services. Care is organized around personalized service plans that address the unique needs of each resident, including support from a 24-hour staff. The facility is equipped to assist residents who require full assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Memory care is offered in a secure, purposefully designed environment to accommodate and support individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Staff who work in the memory care unit receive specialized training to help manage memory loss and provide appropriate care. The memory care areas feature an enclosed courtyard to increase safety while allowing outdoor access, and a structured program schedule to promote engagement, routine, and comfort.
Medical and wellness support at Brookdale West Ashley is comprehensive. Nursing staff, including licensed nurses, are present on-site 12–16 hours per day to oversee care needs, offer medication management, coordinate with physicians, and provide diabetes management. Home health aides and caregivers help residents with daily tasks, personal hygiene, and mobility. For specialized medical needs, the facility provides wound care, hospice coordination, ambulatory care support, and incontinence care as needed. Occupational and physical therapy services are available to assist with rehabilitation and maintenance of functional abilities. The community also offers a mental wellness program to support cognitive and emotional health. Care levels are tailored to each resident and can adjust as needs change.
The facility supports resident wellness through amenities such as a fitness center, scheduled fitness and yoga programs, and a wellness center that may offer health education or monitoring. Residents can also access barber and beauty salon services on site. Club and community programming facilitates social interaction and personal interests, and a chapel provides space for spiritual practice. Laundry and dry cleaning services are available, and dining is structured with planned meals that accommodate specific dietary requirements. The environment is inclusive of Spanish speakers.
Brookdale West Ashley arranges non-medical transportation for residents, facilitating access to shopping, outings, or events in Charleston. This service is intended to help residents maintain connections with the local community, participate in recreational activities, and fulfill personal errands.
Resident and family reviews indicate that many find the staff to be attentive, friendly, and focused on creating a supportive environment. The physical upkeep and cleanliness of the facility are generally satisfactory, though there have been mentions of areas needing updates and occasional lapses in housekeeping. Meals and activities are well-received by much of the community. However, reviewers also report some challenges: administrative confusion, staff shortages, high turnover rates, slower response times, and inconsistent supervision, especially in the memory care unit. Prospective residents and families are advised to communicate their needs and expectations clearly with management to ensure that care is delivered consistently. Overall, the facility strives to offer individualized and secure services for residents, with an emphasis on maintaining dignity and comfort through every stage of care.
Costs at this community start at $3,745 and range up to $5,595. The average price in the community is $4,045, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,301. The cost of assisted living 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.
