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Photo of Helena Square
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9.7
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66 reviews
9.7
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66 reviews
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My brother in law moved recently to Helena Square. A perfect place for him. He loves his newly renovated studio and enjoys the friendly and helpful staff that make him feel so very special. He has found...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Helena Place is an assisted living community situated in the heart of Port Royal, South Carolina for over 20 years. Our community has been named The Best of Assisted Living in Port Royal for the last 5 years running. We are located on the south side of the Cypress Wetlands Bird Sanctuary where...
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8.6
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29 reviews
8.6
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29 reviews
5 star
51%
4 star
21%
3 star
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2 star
7%
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This community is a cute little place. A smaller community, great location, beautiful front porch. It's just breathtaking. My loved one feels so comfortable here. The staff are nice, pleasant, communicative,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Pines at Bluffton Assisted Living is a unique community that provides our residents with an engaging environment to continue to flourish. We provide worry-free living in our comfortable and inviting apartments. We establish the independence and assistance that allows our residents to enjoy...
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55 Floor plans available
8.4
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104 reviews
8.4
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104 reviews
5 star
62%
4 star
25%
3 star
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1%
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Bloom is good. [name removed] has settled in nicely and I think the employees do the best they can. I am glad he's there, safe and secure.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bloom at Belfair is a family-owned and operated independent living, independent living plus and memory care establishment. Since 1965, our goal has been simple yet aspirational: to help our residents flourish. Entering a Bloom community does not mean checking your lifestyle or personality at the...
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77 Floor plans available
8.1
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31 reviews
8.1
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31 reviews
5 star
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The staff was fantastic and the food was very good. There are places that look better and that are newer, but when it comes to care for the patient, I think they're wonderful, and yes I would recommend Oaks...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Summit Place of Beaufort is an assisted living community located in beautiful, historic Beaufort, South Carolina. Situated on the banks of Battery Creek amongst majestic, moss-draped oaks, we provide assisted living, respite and Alzheimer's care. We are the only community in Beaufort that has a...
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8.0
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11 reviews
8.0
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11 reviews
5 star
73%
4 star
9%
3 star
18%
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They were good. The interaction with the staff was very good. They did have activities but my loved one did not get a chance to participate. We picked this community because, the staff was very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
From the very first moment you arrive at our gorgeous Sea Island property on the banks of the Beaufort River, it’s clear that The Retreat at Lady's Island takes a unique approach to senior living in Beaufort, SC. Private and semi-private assisted living suites and studios offer sophisticated...
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55 Floor plans available
7.3
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10 reviews
7.3
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10 reviews
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Overall it's a nice place. The facilities have not been kept up like it should have been, but they do have a new maintenance lead now. Hopefully that will help. Most of the staff are very courteous and...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Oaks at Salem Road is a beautiful assisted living community tucked away in a neighborhood setting conveniently located to historic downtown, coastal wetlands and several shopping areas. As a premiere provider of assisted living in Beaufort, South Carolina, it's our goal to make every day an...
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
River Oaks is designed to be home for seniors who need assisted living or memory care services. We believe the comfort of familiarity is precious so our enhanced program enables us to offer care beyond what the traditional assisted living community can deliver. We have the experience and...
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I had rehab at Sprenger after I fell in SC, while on vacation. I had excellent care from the staff ([name removed], my night nurse, is the kindest, most caring person) and the rehab dept helped me make...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.

Cost of assisted living in Shell Point, SC

The average cost of senior living in Shell Point is $4,641 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gifford, SC with an average of $3,614 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shell Point, SC vs. nearby cities

Shell Point, SC
$4,641/mo
$4,641/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shell Point, SC vs. the state and national average

Shell Point, SC
$4,641/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shell Point vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,641/mo
$4,691/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shell Point, SC by room type

Semi-Private
$3,464/mo
Studio
$4,229/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,875/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,877/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Shell Point over time

Shell Point, SCSC stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shell Point, SC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Shell Point.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shell Point

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shell Point

Oaks at Salem Road in Beaufort, SC

4.9
So impressed with all the staff, their kindness and professionalism. They are so positive and really understand what their clients are experiencing. I can pick up the phone to call and talk to [name removed] and it doesn't matter which one answers. My parents are happy and we are at rest ...
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Canterfield of Bluffton in Ridgeland, SC

5.0
Amazing care staff, great director

Benton House of Bluffton

5.0
We couldn't be any more pleased with my parents move to this community. Everything is working out very well, and they are doing great. We are pleased with everything they have done for our family. They have a great staff in this facility. They are very caring, and have been friendly when we ...
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Shell Point review score based on 38 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 38 reviews of 11 Shell Point assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shell Point review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Shell Point review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Shell Point, SC11 facilities
8.1
Port Royal, SC12 facilities
8.3
Beaufort, SC7 facilities

Review subcategories for Shell Point assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 38 reviews of 11 Shell Point assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shell Point resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Shell Point, SC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Shell Point assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shell Point assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shell Point, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Shell Point assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Shell Point that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
81.8%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.5%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
54.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.7%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.7%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shell Point assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Shell Point Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.5%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.6%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shell Point assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Shell Point partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shell Point, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.4%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
54.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.5%
35.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Shell Point assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Shell Point communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shell Point, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
72.7%
42%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shell Point assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Shell Point offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
63.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.6%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.5%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
54.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.6%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shell Point

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about South Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Shell Point protect seniors.

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Helena Square, Pines at Bluffton and Bloom at Belfair are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shell Point, South Carolina. See full list of communities.

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