Royal Oaks is an assisted living community in Summerville, SC.
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Royal Oaks in Summerville, SC
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950 Travelers Boulevard, Summerville, SC 29485
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Residents consistently describe staff as kind, friendly, and responsive.
A large share of residents highlight staff members—especially Ashley and Melanie—as approachable and easy to work with. Many mention quick communication, patience during the application and leasing steps, and support with move-in or day-to-day questions. Several residents also say management checks in and makes them feel comfortable after they move in.
Residents frequently mention a clean, quiet, well-kept environment.
Multiple reviews describe the community as calm and well-maintained, with apartments and common areas that feel clean. Several residents also mention quiet living and a property that looks kept up, including references to immaculate homes and a nicely maintained space. One review also notes cleanliness even while calling out other concerns.
Reviews point to indoor and fitness-friendly amenities for downtime.
Residents mention activities that help fill leisure time, including a weight room and game options like table tennis. Others describe the availability of indoor conveniences such as a place to watch movies/TV and a strong laundry setup. One review also notes having indoor leisure access when they are not outdoors.
Residents often describe the community as affordable with utilities handled in rent.
Some residents say the community is affordable and compare it to other options they were considering. A couple of reviews also mention utilities being included in the monthly rent, including electricity along with other services, which they describe as convenient. This theme is most visible in reviews focused on budgeting and what they pay each month.
Several residents report frustration with management communication and policy handling.
A handful of reviews criticize management interactions, describing experiences that felt harsh, defensive, unresponsive, or unprofessional. Others raise concerns about fees and refunds after applying or moving forward, including situations where funds were described as lost. There are also complaints about delays or lack of help with specific problems, along with disappointment in how certain requests were handled.
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53 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Charleston AFB International (9 miles away)
Community operated transportation Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation to doctors appointments
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system 24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services Fitness programs
Planned day trips Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activitiesRoyal Oaks is located at 950 Travelers Boulevard, Summerville, SC 29485 in Dorchester County, South Carolina
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