The Charleston Senior Community, located in Waldorf, Maryland, is a senior living facility offering both assisted living and memory care services in a comfortable, homelike environment. The community is situated just off Route 301, providing convenient access to local medical centers, shopping, and restaurants. Charleston Senior Community specializes in creating individualized care plans tailored to each resident’s specific needs. Staff are available 24/7 to assist with medication management and comprehensive support for activities of daily living, including full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility. Residents benefit from regular wellness checks, and the community works closely with local healthcare providers to coordinate podiatry care and other specialized services.
For residents with memory impairment, The Charleston offers a dedicated and secure memory care neighborhood designed to provide a structured, nurturing environment. Staff receive ongoing dementia care training, and programming is focused on cognitive stimulation, reminiscence activities, and personalized engagement. The community can also accommodate residents with psychiatric diagnoses, working with families and healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate behavioral health support.
The Charleston features a range of amenities designed to enhance residents’ quality of life and promote socialization. Residents enjoy access to a private movie theater for film screenings and special events, a beautifully landscaped garden with walking paths and outdoor seating, an on-site beauty and barber salon for personal grooming and pampering, and a well-equipped fitness room for exercise classes and independent workouts. Common areas are spacious and include sitting lounges, activity rooms, and dining spaces with restaurant-style service. The community is fully secured and wheelchair accessible, with safety features such as emergency call systems in every suite.
A robust activity calendar is maintained, offering daily opportunities for engagement and enrichment. Activities include arts and crafts, music therapy, group games, trivia, gardening, religious services, themed social events, and outings to local attractions. Residents can also participate in wellness programs, fitness classes, and resident council meetings, allowing them to have a voice in community life.
Accommodation options at The Charleston include private and semi-private suites, each with individual climate control and ample storage. Rooms are designed to be both comfortable and easy to personalize with residents’ own furnishings and décor. Housekeeping, laundry, and linen services are provided regularly.
Reviews from residents and family members frequently highlight the community’s welcoming atmosphere, cleanliness, variety of amenities, and the friendliness of staff. Many families note the flexibility of management in accommodating family involvement and the overall satisfaction with food options, which include daily menus and special dietary accommodations as needed. However, some reviews from both former employees and family members mention concerns about staffing levels, the adequacy of dementia care training, and occasional lapses in cleanliness and food service. There are also isolated reports of staff misconduct and issues with management responsiveness. No recent major renovations or facility-wide updates have been reported as of 2024.
Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to visit The Charleston in person, review state inspection reports, and speak directly with current residents and staff to form a well-rounded impression. While the community offers many desirable features and services, careful consideration of both positive feedback and areas of concern—particularly regarding staffing and specialized care—is advised when evaluating the facility.
Costs at this community start at $3,900 and range up to $8,150. The average price in the community is $6,025, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,549. 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.
