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This facility has areas of concern that warrant careful consideration. Registered Nurse hours are 93% of the EveryPlace reference benchmark; ask how RN coverage is allocated across shifts. The latest standard survey recorded 7 findings, above the SC average of 3.7. We recommend asking the administrator directly: "How are you addressing recent staffing shortfalls?" These are not reasons to panic, but they are reasons to ask tough questions and visit in person.
Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island is a visually appealing, upscale senior living community that many families praise for its beautiful environment, engaging activities, and compassionate staff. However, there is a distinct pattern of negative feedback regarding staffing levels, medication management, and responsiveness, particularly in the nursing and assisted living departments. Families should weigh the high-quality amenities and social programming against reports of inconsistent care and administrative turnover.
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Key Review Excerpts
“The staff at The Wellmore have been so kind and patient to get to know mom’s needs and how to read her expressions.”
“The several weeks I was there was truly amazing. From the nursing staff to administration to the social workers and the exceptional therapists that helped me walk and function normally again...all top shelf.”
“Mom did not get needed care as they were severely understaffed. Some of the aids/nurses were great but like I said they are so understaffed. The food was horrible and she lost a ton of weight bc they food was so bad.”
RN hours are below the EveryPlace reference benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.
Reference benchmarks (0.75 RN and 4.1 total nursing hours per resident/day) are comparison targets, not current federal minimum requirements.
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents vaccinated for the flu
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
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Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback
Families have filed complaints triggering inspections, including one involving accident hazards that resulted in a more serious violation. The facility shows recurring problems with food safety appearing on three consecutive surveys and ongoing medication management issues including error rates and proper labeling. While all deficiencies have correction dates, the persistent patterns in dietary services and pharmacy operations suggest systemic challenges that families should discuss during visits.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy 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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Egress Deficiencies
Have ramps, exits, fire escape ladders, steps, and areas of refuge that meet safety requirements.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy 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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Environmental Deficiencies
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Sep 11, 2025
$8,428
Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island
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