nursing home in Charleston, SC
Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island
580 Robert Daniel Drive, Charleston, SC 29492 · (843) 566-1000
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island at a glance
Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Charleston, South Carolina (Berkeley County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the South Carolina average of 3.
Residents receive about 5 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 17, 2026) found 7 health citations. The South Carolina average is 3.6.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,428.
Nursing staff turnover is 68.4% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Medicare-certified since
- April 12, 2019
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Berkeley County
- CMS Certification Number
- 425414
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.95 hrs | 3.84 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.69 hrs | 0.63 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.71 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.64 hrs | 3.33 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 68.4% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 56.3% | 42.1% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 44 | 42.5 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $8,428 | $14,833 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 105 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 47 | 92 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 78.2% | 87.9% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.3% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.2% | 5.1% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 6.8% | 15.3% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 5.9% | 11.9% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.5% | 12.7% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10.1% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5.4% | 3.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 21.9% | 21% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 5.7% | 16.7% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 64% | 90.6% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 74.2% | 91.7% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Carolina avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 66.7% | 78% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 49.7% | 81.5% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 17, 2026 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected May 11, 2026 |
| April 17, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 11, 2026 |
| April 17, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 11, 2026 |
| April 17, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2026 |
| April 17, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2026 |
| April 17, 2026 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2026 |
| April 17, 2026 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2026 |
| September 11, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected August 30, 2025 |
| April 2, 2025 Fire safety | Have ramps, exits, fire escape ladders, steps, and areas of refuge that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0227 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2025 |
| April 2, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 2, 2025 |
| April 17, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 3, 2024 |
| April 17, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| April 17, 2024 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 30, 2024 |
| April 17, 2024 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| April 17, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2024 |
| April 17, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2024 |
| April 17, 2024 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2024 |
| April 17, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| September 5, 2023 Complaint | 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. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $8,428 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 11, 2025 | Fine | $8,428 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| WDI PARENT LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 02/10/2016 |
| LIVE OAK BANKING COMPANY Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/23/2024 |
| EMMEL, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/10/2025 |
| LIVE OAK BANKING COMPANY Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/19/2024 |
| SIDES, VICKIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/10/2025 |
| THOMPSON, BENJAMIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| THOMPSON, DONALD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/19/2024 |
| THOMPSON, JOSHUA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| THOMPSON, BENJAMIN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| THOMPSON, JOSHUA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/13/2019 |
| THOMPSON, BENJAMIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island's rating?
Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for South Carolina nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a South Carolina average of 3.6. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island and how do I contact it?
Retreat at Wellmore of Daniel Island is at 580 Robert Daniel Drive, Charleston, SC 29492. Phone: (843) 566-1000.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.