Harmony at West Ashley is a senior living community located in Charleston, South Carolina. The facility offers a variety of care options, including assisted living as the primary service, along with independent living, memory care, and general senior living support. Residents at Harmony at West Ashley have access to personalized care plans and a range of amenities designed to encourage engagement and support individualized needs. The community is designed to provide a continuum of care, allowing residents to transition smoothly between different levels of support as their needs evolve.
Harmony at West Ashley provides comprehensive care and medical support services tailored to residents’ requirements. Diabetes care is available, offering support in monitoring and managing blood glucose levels. The memory care neighborhood is a secured community, providing a safe environment for residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Incontinence care is available for those who need it, and staff can deliver ambulatory care to individuals who may need assistance with mobility. Medication management services ensure residents receive their prescriptions and treatments as directed. Therapy rooms onsite allow for physical, occupational, and other therapeutic interventions as prescribed. Additional wellness resources include a barber and beauty salon for grooming needs and regularly scheduled fitness programs, including yoga and chair yoga. The primary language of care and communication is English.
Assistance with activities of daily living is structured to respect residents’ independence as much as possible. The care team provides some physical assistance with bathing, eating, and dressing. Toileting is designated as self-care for residents currently in the facility’s programs. Support levels may be adjusted as care plans are updated to reflect changing circumstances.
Harmony at West Ashley offers complimentary transportation services for both medical and non-medical purposes. This transportation service allows residents to attend medical appointments as well as participate in community outings, shopping trips, and other scheduled events, supporting both health management and social engagement.
Residents and families generally report that Harmony at West Ashley is an attractive, clean, and well-maintained community. The facility is recognized for its spacious apartments, a variety of amenities, and a strong assortment of social activities. Many reviewers note positive experiences with the staff, highlighting the activities team and memory care director for their friendliness and attentiveness, and comment on the welcoming and community-oriented atmosphere. However, challenges have been identified with the dining services, particularly the taste and variety of food, as well as occasional communication issues concerning healthcare updates and administration. Staffing shortages and turnover have also impacted residents’ and families’ experiences, sometimes leading to concerns about caregiver workload and consistency of care. Housekeeping is viewed positively overall for cleanliness but receives occasional criticism for hallway noise and the speed or demeanor of cleaning staff. While Harmony’s large size offers a breadth of activities and spacious accommodations, some residents seeking a more intimate environment may find it less suited to their preferences.
No major recent developments or service changes were reported as of mid-2024. The facility continues to focus on maintaining a continuum of care and providing residents with opportunities for engagement, wellness, and supportive services as their needs change.
Costs at this community start at $3,340 and range up to $6,425. The average price in the community is $4,245, 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.
