Dorcas Residential Care I

1131 Bexley Street, North Charleston, SC 29405

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

Assisted Living Board and Care Home

Features

Housing

  • 5 resident community capacity 5 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Description

Dorcas Residential Care I is a welcoming and fully furnished board and care home located in the vibrant city of North Charleston, SC. Our community offers a range of amenities to ensure the comfort and convenience of our residents.

Residents can enjoy delicious meals in our dining room, which caters to special dietary restrictions. Our housekeeping services help maintain a clean and organized living environment. Additionally, we offer move-in coordination assistance for a smooth transition into our community.

Our outdoor space provides a serene setting for residents to relax, socialize, or engage in outdoor activities. Residents can stay connected with friends and family through our telephone and Wi-Fi/high-speed internet services.

At Dorcas Residential Care I, we prioritize the well-being of our residents. Our dedicated staff provides assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and transfers. We also coordinate with health care providers to ensure comprehensive care for our residents. Special attention is given to those with diabetes, including adherence to specific diets.

Meal preparation and service are provided by our staff to ensure nutritious and satisfying meals for our residents. Medication management is also offered to promote medication adherence and safety.

Transportation arrangement for medical purposes as well as transportation to doctors' appointments are available for added convenience.

Residents at Dorcas Residential Care I can expect an engaging lifestyle with scheduled daily activities. Nearby cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, transportation options, and places of worship offer additional opportunities for exploration and connection within the local community.

At Dorcas Residential Care I, we strive to provide a comfortable and supportive environment where residents can thrive while receiving personalized care in a warm setting.

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • The Junction Kitchen & Provisions (0.2 miles)
  • Jackrabbit Filly (0.4 miles)
  • The Mill (0.7 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.8 miles)
  • Zaxby's (2 miles)
  • Bonefish Grill (2.1 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (2.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • North Charleston United Methodist Church (0.5 miles)
  • The Revelation of Christ Church (2.2 miles)
  • Greek Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity (5.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Charleston ENT & Allergy (0.7 miles)
  • Palmetto Family Care (2.1 miles)
  • Pediaric Gastroenterology and Liver Disease (3.8 miles)
  • Palmetto Primary Care Physicians (4.4 miles)
  • Harold Dr - Nicolette Harold R Dr Nicolette DO (5.3 miles)
  • Family First Medical Care (5.3 miles)
  • Charleston Brace (5.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Kerr Drug (0.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.5 miles)
  • Good Neighbor Pharmacy (4.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (5.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (5.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Charleston International Airport (CHS) (3.3 miles)
  • Baggage Claim (3.3 miles)
  • Charleston Visitor Center Bus Shed (6.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (4.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.5 miles)
  • The Daily (5.8 miles)
  • Sightsee (5.9 miles)
  • Panera Bread (6.1 miles)
  • Babas on Cannon (6.1 miles)

Parks

  • Governers Park (4.7 miles)
  • Hampton Park Dog Run (5.1 miles)
  • West Ashley Park (5.9 miles)
  • Brittlebank Park (6.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Bon Secours St Francis Hospital (5.7 miles)
  • Medical University of South Carolina (6.4 miles)

Frequently Asked Questions

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