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Life Care Center Of Charleston in N Charleston, SC

Life Care Center Of Charleston is a nursing home community in N Charleston, SC.

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Life Care Center Of Charleston in N Charleston, SC

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  • Interior

    A warmly lit dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring elegant decor.

  • Decor

    An elegant dining room with a chandelier and traditional wooden furniture, set for a meal.

  • Building

    A building entrance with a circular driveway surrounded by greenery.

  • Bedroom

    A well-lit hospital room with two beds separated by a curtain, featuring cozy decor and a bedside lamp.

  • Landscaping

    Entrance sign for the Louisiana State University at Alexandria.

  • Entrance

    A building entrance with columns, potted plants, and a brick exterior.

  • Healthcare

    Healthcare professionals engage in a conversation with an elderly person in a wheelchair at a nursing home.

  • Wheelchair

    A nurse interacts with an elderly man in a wheelchair and a woman holding a dog in a care home setting.

2600 Elms Plantation Boulevard, N Charleston, SC 29406

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 129 reviews
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Overall Review of Life Care Center Of Charleston

common 34 reviews mention this

Staff care and compassion stand out

Residents and visitors consistently describe staff who care and communicate with compassion.

Many reviewers say the staff is kind, professional, and attentive, with specific praise for nurses, aides, and the therapy team. Several comments mention residents looking comfortable and engaged, and families describe feeling supported during rehab or long-term stays. A few reviews include direct complaints about neglect or poor responsiveness, but the overall pattern of positive staff experiences is stronger.

common 19 reviews mention this

Therapy and rehab support receive praise

Rehab and therapy experiences are repeatedly described as helpful for recovery and mobility.

Across multiple reviews, residents and families describe PT/OT support as a key part of their outcomes, including progress after surgery, falls, or hospitalization. Several reviewers single out therapy team members by name and describe encouragement during difficult recovery periods. While some negative reviews criticize the level or consistency of therapy, multiple others say therapy was a standout part of their stay.

common 11 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents involved

Residents appear engaged, with activities described as frequent and inclusive.

Reviewers mention residents participating in day-to-day activities, crafts, music, and scheduled events, and some describe religious services on weekends. Several comments specifically praise the activities team and the activity director for engaging residents and creating a welcoming environment. A smaller number of reviews note limitations around activities or overall engagement, but positive activity experiences are a recurring theme.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Communication gaps show up

Some reviewers report trouble getting in touch by phone.

Two reviews mention not being able to reach the facility by phone when family members wanted updates. In at least one case, the reviewer frames it as an accessibility problem that affected families trying to check on loved ones. Other reviews describe good communication with families, so experiences may vary by situation.

common 2 reviews mention this

Nearby medical offices are close

The location places medical providers within a short drive.

A couple of reviewers highlight proximity to medical care and the ability to get to appointments. That aligns with the nearby cluster of physician offices and related services listed nearby. For residents who need frequent follow-ups, this can make getting to care more convenient.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 148 resident community capacity 148 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Charleston AFB International (6 miles away) Charleston AFB International (6 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

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

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • MUSC Health Nuclear Cardiology at North Area Medical Pavilion (0.3 miles)
  • Medical University-South Crlna (0.3 miles)
  • Pain Specialists of Charleston (0.3 miles)
  • Roper St Francis Physician Partners-Orthopaedics (0.4 miles)
  • Trident Family Health (0.5 miles)
  • Eyecare Physicians & Surgeons (0.5 miles)
  • Coastal Carolina Gastroenterology And Hepatology (0.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Wendy's (0.4 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (0.4 miles)
  • Come Back Shack (0.6 miles)
  • Bizzie Bee (1.4 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.9 miles)
  • Sanno Japanese Express Restaurant (2 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.4 miles)
  • Sunoco APlus (2.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.3 miles)
  • Target Pharmacy (3.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Trident Eye Surgery Center (0.8 miles)
  • HCA Healthcare (5.5 miles)
  • Lowcountry Outpatient Surgery Center (5.7 miles)

Parks

  • Middleton Park (1.9 miles)
  • Wescott Park (5.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Church of Christ In Goose Creek (3.8 miles)

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