Charleston, SC · 41 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Charleston's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,170–$11,300/mo
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Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island
580 Robert Daniel Drive, Charleston, SC 29492 · Berkeley County
Assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehab near downtown Charleston, SC at Wellmore of Daniel Island. Schedule a tour today!
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 80% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Charleston
Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Charleston, SC, with 60 certified beds and an average of about 48 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.77 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.78 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,281 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.77 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •High staff turnover (66.1%)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Charleston for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 60
- Avg. residents/day
- 48
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 425414
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,170–$11,300/mo (median $9,960) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Charleston prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.77
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.78
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 66.1%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 2
- Federal fines
- 1 ($8,281)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-04-02
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (18 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-09-11Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-04-02Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2024-04-17Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2024-04-17Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
2024-04-17Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2024-04-17Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2024-04-17Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…
2024-04-17Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-11 | Fine | $8,281 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ Concierge services
Location
580 Robert Daniel Drive, Charleston, SC
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island
How much does Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island cost?
Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Charleston, SC area typically runs $9,170–$11,300 per month (median $9,960, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island?
Staff provide about 4.77 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island?
Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island has 18 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-02). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island have availability?
Typically 80% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island offer?
Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island in Charleston, SC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 60 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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