About Life Care Center Of Charleston
Nursing home overview and details
Life Care Center Of Charleston is a for-profit nursing home in N Charleston, SC, serving Charleston County and the surrounding community. The facility has 148 certified beds with an average daily census of 115.4 residents.
Life Care Center Of Charleston has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1994, bringing 32 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, which provides administrative support and oversight. It operates as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), offering a continuum of care from independent living to skilled nursing, allowing residents to age in place.
The facility holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in N Charleston, SC, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.
At a Glance
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
Average
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Life Care Center Of Charleston has received a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. This composite rating helps families compare nursing homes when evaluating care options.
Health Inspection
Below Average
Quality Measures
Excellent
Staffing
Below Average
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Life Care Center Of Charleston provides 3.31 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.45 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 50.0%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 63.2%. Weekend staffing averages 2.98 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Life Care Center Of Charleston has received 2 fines totaling $24,247. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.
Doctors at Life Care Center Of Charleston
2 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Life Care Center Of Charleston
What is the CMS rating for Life Care Center Of Charleston?
Life Care Center Of Charleston has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Life Care Center Of Charleston have?
Life Care Center Of Charleston has 148 certified beds with an average daily census of 115.4 residents.
What type of facility is Life Care Center Of Charleston?
Life Care Center Of Charleston is a for profit - corporation nursing home serving Charleston County in N Charleston, SC.
How many doctors practice at Life Care Center Of Charleston?
2 physicians are affiliated with Life Care Center Of Charleston. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Life Care Center Of Charleston have any safety concerns?
Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Life Care Center Of Charleston has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·