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The Charleston Senior Community

45 St. Patrick's Dr, Waldorf, MD 20603

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9.5
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42 reviews
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9.5
Review score
42 reviews
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    59%
  • 4 star
    21%
  • 3 star
    5%
  • 2 star
    10%
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Donna F

Loved one of resident/client

5.0 out of 5 stars

O U T S T A N D I N G

The sense of community at The Charleston is palpable. My great aunt has formed meaningful friendships, and the staff works really hard to cultivate a family-like atmosphere. Special events and outings provide opportunities for residents to engage with one another and the broader community, fostering social connections that are crucial for emotional and mental well-being. We always feel welcome and involved, whether it’s through visiting, participating in events, or collaborating on care decisions. This inclusivity strengthens the bond between staff, residents, and families, creating an environment where everyone feels supported and valued. I asked my aunt how she would score the place out of 5 and she said 4 stars only because she wants more surf and turf meals! 5 from the family!

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The Charleston Senior Community

Locally owned and operated, The Charleston Senior Community in Waldorf, Maryland offers assisted living and memory care services with a neighborly flare for compassion. Amenities like a chef-led dining experience, on-site movie theater, and plenty of common areas for socializing make our community a great place to consider spending your golden years. Residents revel among friends in the reimagined building of the historic, Clarion Hotel — an iconic spot in Southern Maryland. Join us for safe and healthy living in our vibrant atmosphere, today!

Community Amenities and Services

Life at the Charleston Senior Community brings exciting daily activities, craveable menu options in our dining room, quality care provided by a dedicated staff, and all the details needed to create an exceptional retirement experience. Make use of the outdoor lounge spaces, tavern bar with daily happy hours, or pamper yourself at the salon. The choices are everywhere!

Assistance with activities of daily living is offered to residents within both the assisted living community and memory care community, among many other services. Our memory care studio living spaces are tucked into a secure neighborhood with a nurturing environment where we offer specially designed daily activities.

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Senior living options offered

  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care

The Charleston Senior Community

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for The Charleston Senior Community

9.5 out of 10
Review Score42 reviewsWrite a review
Overall Experience
4.2
Cleanliness
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
Care Services
4.3
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.5
Activities
4.2
Value for Cost
4.4

A Place for Mom has scored The Charleston Senior Community with 9.5 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, The Charleston Senior Community has 42 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.2 out of 5.

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Last Updated: 8/13/25

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Donna F

Assisted Living

Family/friend

August 13, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

O U T S T A N D I N G

The sense of community at The Charleston is palpable. My great aunt has formed meaningful friendships, and the staff works really hard to cultivate a family-like atmosphere. Special events and outings provide opportunities for residents to engage with one another and the broader community, fostering social connections that are crucial for emotional and mental well-being. We always feel welcome and involved, whether it’s through visiting, participating in events, or collaborating on care decisions. This inclusivity strengthens the bond between staff, residents, and families, creating an environment where everyone feels supported and valued. I asked my aunt how she would score the place out of 5 and she said 4 stars only because she wants more surf and turf meals! 5 from the family!

Tanya Shepard

Assisted Living

Family/friend

August 13, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

I wish I would have known about this place sooner!

The Charleston Senior Community stands out as a premier destination for seniors seeking a balance of comfort, care, and community. From the moment you enter the beautifully maintained grounds, it is evident that this is more than just a senior living facility—it is a vibrant, welcoming community designed to support residents physically, emotionally, and socially. The combination of attentive staff, well-appointed amenities, and a strong sense of family makes The Charleston a truly exceptional place for seniors and their families. One of the most impressive aspects of The Charleston is the dedication and professionalism of its staff. From the front office to the caregiving teams, everyone demonstrates a genuine commitment to the well-being of residents. Caregivers are attentive, compassionate, and highly trained, ensuring that each resident receives personalized attention that meets their unique needs. I wish I would have known about this place sooner because boy has it been a lifesaver

Chanel C

Assisted Living

Family/friend

July 29, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

A True Gem in Senior Living – Charleston Senior Community

Finding the right place for a loved one can be overwhelming, but Charleston Senior Community makes the choice easy. From the moment you walk through the doors, you’re greeted with warmth, professionalism, and a genuine sense of care that sets this community apart. [name removed] in Admissions goes above and beyond to make the transition process smooth and reassuring. Her dedication, compassion, and attention to detail gave my family the peace of mind from the start. She listens carefully, guides you through every step, and makes you feel like your loved one is already part of the Charleston family. [name removed] in Nursing leads with heart and excellence. Her clinical knowledge, patience, and hands-on care ensure that every resident receives the attention they need and deserve. Families can rest easy knowing there’s a dependable, experienced nurse overseeing their loved one’s wellbeing. The entire staff works diligently and with true purpose. Thank you everybody!

paul d

Assisted Living

Family/friend

March 6, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

So far so good!

This has been a great fit for our family. It’s a smaller facility, but that’s a good thing sometimes. It’s a little dated, but much more affordable than almost every other place we visited. The staff has been super friendly, front desk is always welcoming. Nursing staff communicates very efficiently, which is really nice. Food looks like it’s freshly made every day.

Joe A

Assisted Living

Family/friend

January 29, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Great place

The Charleston Senior Community is very stable and well staffed, with very friendly staff and great food...it is well worth the price... Dad loves it! The rooms are a very good size, safe and immaculate bathrooms, lots of amenities for the folk's!

Happy I did it!

Assisted Living

Family/friend

December 6, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Best choice I could have made

I selected The Charleston Senior Living community for my loved one after my first visit. The staff was exceptional in taking my family and I on a tour of the facility and explaining all of the services that are provided. I was pleased with the facility, the services, and the staff. My loved one has been in place for the last 3 month and has adjusted well. No matter what position staffing holds, they are all very pleasant and attentive. The facility is clean and well maintained. Housekeeping empties the trash in the residents rooms daily and cleans their rooms weekly. Laundry is completed (if selected) weekly. The room sizes are adequate for one person. I had read on previous reviews that the rooms were small, however, I find the rooms are adequate for the resident as long as you don’t over furnish. The food is phenomenal!! I am very pleased with all of my interactions at The Charleston and think the fees are reasonable and practical for the services obtained. I would highly recommend!

Colleen L

Assisted Living

Family/friend

August 12, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

The Charleston Senior Community review

I have no other experience with any other facility. That being said they have been outstanding in caring for my mom.. I would highly recommend The Charleston Senior Community to other families based on the experience we have had.

A Davis Waters.

Assisted Living

Family/friend

January 4, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Review for The Charleston Senior Community

My family and mine experience has been very positive as we have a safe place for my Aunt. The Charleston was not only good for my Aunt, but also for our family as everyone who is supporting her are in their early or mid career and the stress of juggling schedules to take care of her was having a toll on our health and careers.We picked The Charleston because of the personal interaction they provided, flexibility in setting a move in date, additional information they provided on Assisted Living to educate us, and at the time of need, they were running a special that helped us financially as we had to close out her prior living arrangements while at the same time find Assisted Living for her.

Michael

Assisted Living

Family/friend

September 18, 2023

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

A Great place for a loved one

The staff members at The Charleston Senior Community were friendly and the meals and dining service was great. The activities were limited due to COVID, but the quality of care was outstanding. Based on the experience we had with the community we have already recommend them to others and will continue to do so.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

February 9, 2023

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

The Charleston Senior Living community

We had a pretty rocky start during the move in process - they could improve on their onboarding process and their rules. The rules seem to be quite rigid which made the experience quite overwhelming. However we do really like the people there and we have fun with them.

Donna

Memory Care

Family/friend

November 3, 2022

1.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Would Not Recommend

We had to take our loved one out of The Charleston. She was not getting the care that she should have been. She had things missing from in her room that we cannot get back. It just was not a very good experience for my family. As of now she is at [community name removed] and we have no complaints. They are taking care of her, and we could not be happier.

anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

July 8, 2022

1.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Highly not recommend to families

Overall our family did not have a good experience with The Charleston, we were concerned with the odor in the community and the response time of management - it was poorly.

anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

April 8, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.5
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.5
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Highly recommended

The experience has been excellent so far. It is a very active community and they encourage the residents to go to the activities. They have things like card games, exercise classes, bird feeders, etc. My mother says the food is like a 5 star restaurant and she really likes it. The cost is reasonable for what is provided. My mother was apprehensive of the big change, but with where she is at we feel confident that she is in good hands. There are 2 residents here who she had been friends with years ago so that has also made her feel more comfortable. Overall I would recommend The Charleston Senior Community to others looking.

Mike M

Assisted Living

Family/friend

February 18, 2022

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.5
Care Services
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

The Charleston is a great choice.

Everyone down there has been extremely helpful. Everyone is pleasant. The food is outstanding. They have a lot of activities. But the care is the most important thing. And everyone really takes care of my loved one, a heck of a lot better than I was able to do. They're doing a good job with the Covid situation, checking people in and being on top of everything. I would highly recommend them.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

September 20, 2021

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.5
Staff
5.0

Safe Place to Be

The people are the best part of this community. They are helpful, pleasant, and caring. My loved one has been in since June and the staff have all be positive to work with. The community will try and work with dietary restrictions. The activities and some food options are being limited due to the pandemic.

anonymous

Memory Care

Toured community

August 12, 2021

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Tour of The Charleston

I was impressed with everything about The Charleston other than the price. If I had to do it over again I might go with them, they insisted on memory care on the get go for my loved which ended up being what was needed.

Tracy

Memory Care

Family/friend

September 25, 2020

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0

Highly Recommended

I would highly recommend this community to those that have parents that need this type of care or assistance. The community used to be a hotel and the rooms have their own bathrooms with a walk in shower. There are rooms available that have a bathtub.

Anonymous

Memory Care

Family/friend

June 18, 2020

2.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
3.0
Value for Cost
3.0
Care Services
1.0
Activities
3.0

The Charleston Senior Community

Other than the outside, the community is pretty clean. Some of the staff is friendly and some not so much. We felt the staff was under-trained and underpaid. It seemed like in the memory care area, there was not much in the way of activities. They seemed to place the residents in the common areas and turn on the TV and that was it. In the beginning, they would do things like bring in outside entertainment, but as time went on this dwindled. The community seemed like an ok value since they were a little cheaper than other places in the area, however we did not think there was enough attention given to the residents.

Anonymous

Memory Care

Family/friend

May 14, 2020

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0

A responsive, proactive community

I have found The Charleston to be a very responsive and proactive community. They are very good at communicating with families. I have had no issues. The food is hit or miss. My mom is a bit of a picky eater. Room sizes are good.

Penelope Woods

Memory Care

Toured community

March 19, 2020

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0

Review of Charleston

Without a doubt more welcoming than any others. Changed my feelings about senior care. I am actually excited for my mom's new adventure. Thank you Charleston for making this transition so positive.

The Charleston Senior Community

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