Charleston, SC · Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF)
Assisted Living Inspection Lookup in Charleston, SC
Verify license status and inspection records for 36 nearby communities before you tour. Regulated by SC Department of Health and Environmental Control.
How to search in Charleston
- On the South Carolina portal, search "Charleston" or ZIP 29401
- The Charleston metro has approximately 36 licensed communities — compare at least 3
- Filter or search near Downtown if proximity to family matters
- Filter or search near Mount Pleasant if proximity to family matters
- Filter or search near James Island if proximity to family matters
- Search DHEC healthcare facility listings
- Review annual inspection citations
What to ask on a tour in South Carolina
South Carolina inspectors frequently cite violations related to:
- Neglect investigations
- Medication management failures
- Sanitation issues
Popular areas to search near
- Downtown
- Mount Pleasant
- James Island
- West Ashley
- Summerville
- • Enforcement actions
- • Pattern of elopement citations
- • Poor plan of correction history
FAQs — Charleston
How do I look up assisted living inspections in Charleston, SC?▾
Use the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control official portal (https://www.scdhec.gov/health/healthcare-facility-licensing). Search by "Charleston" or ZIP code 29401, then review survey citations, complaint investigations, and current license status for each community you're considering.
How many assisted living facilities are in Charleston?▾
The Charleston metro area has approximately 36 licensed Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) communities. Always verify the specific facility's license and latest survey.
What should I ask on a tour in South Carolina?▾
Ask about recent survey citations related to: Neglect investigations; Medication management failures; Sanitation issues. Request the most recent inspection report and ask how each citation was resolved.
What are red flags when touring Charleston communities?▾
Watch for: Enforcement actions; Pattern of elopement citations; Poor plan of correction history. If a community refuses to share survey results, treat that as a serious warning sign.
Does Medicaid pay for assisted living in Charleston?▾
Some SC Medicaid waiver programs may cover care services (not always room and board) in participating facilities. Use our free South Carolina Medicaid checker for a preliminary screening.
Where can I browse Charleston communities with safety data?▾
Use the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control lookup to verify each community individually before touring.
South Carolina Medicaid Checker — Charleston
Free screening for waiver programs
Nursing Home Ratings — Charleston
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Assisted Living in Charleston
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Sources & methodology
Cost estimates, demographics, and safety data are compiled from government sources. Verify current figures with official portals before making care decisions.