“the management team is responsive, and the staff is friendly and helpful. My dad enjoys the food, and the activities offered seem engaging; he's always busy with something. The housekeeping is top-notch, keeping his space clean and tidy. Overall, I feel he is safe and comfortable there, and I would definitely recommend this place to others.”
Independent Living and Assisted Living and Memory Care and Continuing Care
Shem Creek at South Bay
1400 Liberty Midtown Dr Ste 420, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 · Map
Independent LivingAlso assisted living, memory care, continuing care
150 residentsLicensed capacity
$3,600 to $4,750/moTypical assisted living start in South Carolina, from 57 communities that publish prices
17 interviewsPhone-verified by Senior Living Alliance
What residents and families say
Verified by phone interview
Senior Living Alliance interviews named residents and family members by phone and records each call. Every testimonial is dated and published as given. How we verify
16 more testimonials
“I'm pretty happy with the people I deal with, and everybody is very kind. They have a lot of activities on my dad's floor, and I love how the activity director works with them. The driver is absolutely amazing and helps both of my parents get to their appointments. Most of the staff really seem to care and look out for them. On my dad's floor, they know both of my parents very well and have been wonderful and accommodating. I know my parents are safe and very comfortable there.”
“Management is cordial, prompt and consistent. The food agrees with me, and the options are fine. My laundry is picked up on Saturday and Tuesday, folded and returned the next day, and they clean regularly. Maintenance gets repairs done in a timely fashion. The caregivers pay attention to whatever happens to us and keep checking on us throughout the day and night.”
“We are very, very pleased. Everybody is so wonderful, so polite, and so caring for my mom. She loves breakfast and has friends she sits with at meals. They offer so much in activities, and she's engaged in them more than ever. Housekeeping is very on top of things; if she has an issue, they come and resolve it, and her laundry is back that evening or the next morning. Maintenance took care of our one issue, and I know the nurses would do anything to help. It's wonderful compared to anything else in this area. We've recommended it, and a few people have moved in since.”
“I'm there every day, every morning and every evening, and overall I'm very pleased. Management is very responsive. The dining is excellent, both the food and the service, and my husband eats very well. Maintenance is excellent, and the building is in excellent condition. The daytime nursing care is excellent. My husband is being well taken care of; he's very comfortable and safe, and I'm very happy with his accommodations. I recommend it all the time.”
“Management is pretty good, and when there's an emergency, they communicate. The nursing staff are very attentive, and housekeeping is good.”
“The management is responsive and attentive, which really contributes to my mother's happiness. The accommodations are well-maintained, and she feels safe and comfortable. While the dining options could use some variety, the quality is decent. I would definitely recommend this place to others looking for a supportive community for their loved ones.”
“The staff has been incredibly friendly and responsive, which has made a huge difference. The dining options are diverse and tasty, and my mom enjoys her meals. The facility itself is beautiful and well-maintained, creating a lovely atmosphere. Overall, I'm happy with the accommodations and feel confident that my mom is in a safe and comfortable environment.”
“The management team is incredibly responsive and attentive, making the transition smooth. The activities offered are diverse and engaging, keeping everyone entertained. The community is spotless, and the maintenance staff went above and beyond to help with the move. Overall, the value for the services provided is excellent. I highly recommend this place!”
“The management team is incredibly responsive and friendly, making the transition smooth. The maintenance staff is always willing to help, and the place is well-kept and welcoming. The overall atmosphere is warm and inviting. I would definitely recommend this community to others looking for a supportive environment.”
“I live at this community and have had a positive experience overall. The management is attentive and responsive, which makes a big difference. The food options are varied, and I appreciate the flexibility in the menu. Activities are improving as new staff settle in, and I can see the potential for more engagement. The atmosphere is welcoming, and I feel safe and comfortable here. I would definitely recommend this place to others looking for a supportive community.”
“My clients live at this community and I have to say, the activities they offer are fantastic! There's always something going on, from bingo to live music, and even mystery rides. The staff is friendly and really makes an effort to engage everyone. The management seems to be improving, which is promising. Overall, I feel comfortable and welcomed here. I would definitely recommend this place to others looking for a vibrant community.”
“My mom lives at this community and it has been a wonderful experience! The staff is incredibly friendly and accommodating, making my mom feel right at home. The property is clean and well-maintained, and the activities offered are engaging and well-planned. My mom loves the food, which is consistently tasty. Overall, I felt my mom receives excellent care and support, making our transition smooth and positive. I highly recommend this community for anyone looking for a welcoming environment.”
“I recently moved my dad to this senior living community, and I have to say, the experience has been quite positive. The staff is friendly and responsive, making communication easy. The dining options are good, and my dad seems satisfied with the meals. I also appreciate the variety of activities available, which keep him engaged. Overall, the environment feels safe and comfortable, and I would definitely recommend this place to others looking for a supportive community.”
“The management team has been incredibly helpful and accommodating throughout the entire process. The dining options are diverse and the food quality is impressive. The activities, especially the music events, have been a hit! Overall, the staff is attentive, and the environment feels safe and welcoming. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a supportive community.”
“The management team is top-notch, always accessible and respectful. The dining experience is fantastic, with a great variety of delicious meals served promptly. I also notice plenty of activities happening, which really keep residents engaged. The building itself is well-maintained and inviting. Overall, I felt it was a great place for seniors to thrive and enjoy their golden years.”
“The management is responsive and respectful, which is always a plus. The dining options seem to have a good variety, and my father has generally been happy with the meals. The activities offered are impressive and the apartment is comfortable and well-maintained. I would definitely recommend this place to others!”
About the community
Shem Creek at South Bay is a state-licensed independent living, assisted living, memory care, continuing care community in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. It is licensed for 150 residents. 17 residents and family members have shared phone-verified testimonials through Senior Living Alliance.
Life at Shem Creek at South Bay
Activities
The assisted living calendar includes movies, card games, bingo, trivia, a walking group, seated exercise, drumming, an audio book club, floral arranging, arts and crafts, happy hour, ice cream socials, mystery rides, daily devotions, and church services. Memory care residents have morning walks and nature walks, a baking club, a short story club, gardening, watercolor painting, music therapy and live music, seated kickball, and nail care.
Amenities
- Kitchenettes with granite countertops
- Private bathrooms with walk-in showers
- Coffee bar
- Hydration station
- Secure memory care neighborhood
Memory care program
Memory care uses Liberty Senior Living's GEMMS program (Genuine, Engaging and Meaningful Memory Support), with a dementia-trained team and a structured daily schedule of cognitive exercises and social activities in a secure neighborhood.
Floor plans
17 layouts from Shem Creek at South Bay’s website. Sizes and prices are as the community lists them; ask which are available now.
Prices
Starting prices the community publishes, with the date we checked each one and a link to where it is published. Care charges are usually added after an assessment.
| Care | Starting at | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Assisted Living | $6,080 /mo | Oct 11, 2026 |
| Memory Care | $8,825 /mo | Oct 11, 2026 |
Area costs
Assisted Living in South Carolina typically starts at $3,600 to $4,750 a month. Based on 57 communities that publish prices. These are area figures, not this community's price.
Memory Care in South Carolina typically starts at $4,850 to $6,700 a month. Based on 31 communities that publish prices. These are area figures, not this community's price.
How this page is paid for. Lilisity is operated by Senior Living Alliance. Shem Creek at South Bay is a member and pays SLA for its resident and family interview program. Payment never changes a testimonial, a rating or the order of search results. Testimonials come from SLA phone interviews. Prices, license details and inspections come from the community’s published rates and public records. How we verify testimonials · How we are paid
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What the public record shows
Gathered by Lilisity from state and federal sources. Communities can’t edit this part of the page.
State inspections
0Enforcement orders
0Violations cited in orders
Most recent enforcement order: Oct 15, 2026. See the record
License
Active, 150 residents
Community Residential Care Facility (Alzheimer's unit) CRC-1952, current license dated Aug 3, 2026. Licensee SOUTH BAY AT MT PLEASANT LLC.
Nearest emergency room
0.6 miles
Novant Health East Cooper Medical Center, rated 4 of 5 stars by CMS.
State inspection record0 enforcement orders
- Enforcement orders since October 15, 2021
- 0
- Monetary penalties assessed
- None
DPH’s monthly enforcement reports list no order against this community, under its current name, in the last five years.
DPH does not post routine inspection reports for assisted living (community residential care) online. This page lists only the enforcement orders DPH publishes each month: administrative orders, consent orders, suspensions and revocations, with the violations DPH cited. Most inspections do not lead to an order, so a community with no order here can still have had citations. You can ask DPH for a community's inspection reports, and you can ask the community to show you its most recent one. This community is licensed for 150 residents. Orders are matched to communities by name, because DPH’s reports do not give license numbers. Source: South Carolina Department of Public Health, Healthcare Quality, Healthcare Quality Enforcement Actions, reports checked October 15, 2026, showing the last five years. Always visit in person and ask the community about anything listed here.
License and ownershipActive license, licensee SOUTH BAY AT MT PLEASANT LLC
- License type
- Community Residential Care Facility (Alzheimer's unit)
- License number
- CRC-1952
- License status
- Active
- Current license dated
- 2026-08-03
- Licensed capacity
- 150
- Licensee
- SOUTH BAY AT MT PLEASANT LLC
- County
- Charleston County
- Administrator
- Candy Cure
Source: South Carolina state licensing records (agency listing), retrieved 2026-09-09. Licensing status is a matter of public record; it is not a quality rating.
Administrator name from the South Carolina licensing record, as of Oct 12, 2026.
Paying with Medicaid and other programsHow Medicaid pays for care in South Carolina, and other programs
How Medicaid pays for care in South Carolina
- Community Choices (CC) Waiver (SC.0405): Residential Personal Care II. Yes, in a limited way. South Carolina's Community Choices waiver offers a service called Residential Personal Care II for waiver members who live in a CRCF and are assessed as needing an intermediate nursing facility level of care. (state page)
- Waitlist. The Community Choices waiver has a wait list; SCDHHS contacts people when enrollment opens. (source)
Ask the community whether it accepts Medicaid.
Location and nearby careNearest hospital 0.6 mi, nursing home 1.0 mi, pharmacy 0.7 mi
- Nearest hospital with an emergency room
- Novant Health East Cooper Medical Center, Mount Pleasant. 0.6 miles away, straight line. CMS overall hospital rating: 4 of 5 stars.
- Nearest Medicare nursing home
- Oak Harbor Healthcare, Mt Pleasant. 1.0 mile away, straight line.
- Nearest home health agency office
- Phc Home Health, Charleston. 8.6 miles away, straight line. Agencies travel to clients, so ask which ones serve this address.
- Nearest pharmacy
- CVS Pharmacy. 0.7 miles away, straight line. From OpenStreetMap, which does not list every pharmacy, so one may be closer.
- Area
- USDA classes ZIP code 29464 as metropolitan (metropolitan core).
- Dialysis within 15 miles
- Fresenius Medical Care Charleston County, Mount Pleasant, 0.8 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 4 of 5 stars)
Fmc Mt Pleasant Dialysis Center, Mount Pleasant, 1.0 mile away, straight line (CMS rating 2 of 5 stars)
Dci East Cooper, Mount Pleasant, 1.0 mile away, straight line (CMS rating 3 of 5 stars) - Hospice
- 18 Medicare hospices tell CMS they serve ZIP code 29464.
Musc Health Hospice At Home By Bayada-Charleston, office in Charleston, 10.6 miles away, straight line
Agape Hospice Of The Lowcountry, office in North Charleston, 10.6 miles away, straight line (CMS family survey rating 3 of 5 stars)
Interim Health Care Hospice Of Charleston, office in North Charleston, 10.8 miles away, straight line - Nearest geriatric medicine practice
- Palmetto Primary Care Physicians LLC, Mt Pleasant. 1.6 miles away, straight line. 1 geriatric medicine doctor listed there.
Distances are straight lines from the community, not driving distance. Hospitals, home health, dialysis, hospice and doctors come from CMS provider data (CMS, hospital list updated Jul 22, 2026). Star ratings are CMS’s own.
Emergency and natural hazard riskFEMA overall risk relatively high; outside FEMA's high-risk flood areas; in a hurricane evacuation zone
Public hazard maps for this location. Ask the community about its emergency plan, its generator and where residents would go in an evacuation.
- Hurricane evacuation zone
- Zone B on the South Carolina hurricane evacuation zones (2024). (South Carolina Emergency Management Division, map updated Aug 18, 2023)
- Flood zone
- Outside the high and moderate risk flood areas on FEMA's flood map (Zone X, minimal flood hazard, or not studied). (FEMA flood map)
- FEMA National Risk Index
- Overall: relatively high. By hazard: hurricane very high, inland flooding relatively low, coastal flooding relatively low, wildfire relatively low, tornado relatively low, heat wave relatively low, earthquake relatively high. These are FEMA’s ratings for the census tract, compared with tracts nationwide. (FEMA, December 2025)
A flood zone describes the map at this point, not the building's elevation. In an emergency, follow the local emergency management agency.
Questions to ask on a tour10 questions picked for this community from its record
Picked for this community from its record. Ask them in person and write down the answers.
- This address is in a hurricane evacuation zone. Where do residents go in an evacuation, and how do you move them?
- The current license dates from 2026. Has the owner or operator changed recently?
- Your published starting price is a base rate. What would the total monthly cost be for my parent's needs?
- How much have prices gone up in each of the last three years?
- How many caregivers work in memory care during the day, the evening and overnight, and for how many residents?
- What dementia training does each caregiver get before working alone, and every year after?
- How do staff respond when a resident is agitated, frightened or tries to leave?
- How many caregivers are on duty during the day and at night?
- What happens if care needs increase? When would someone need to move?
- What fees are charged at move-in?
What we checked12 public sources we searched, with dates
Every public source we searched for this community. “Nothing on record” means we found no record that matched it. A record can be missed when a name or address differs.
| Source | Data as of | What we found |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina Department of Public Health, Healthcare Quality inspection records | Oct 15, 2026 | See above |
| U.S. Department of Labor wage and hour cases | Oct 15, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| OSHA workplace safety inspections since 2016 | Oct 15, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| Hurricane evacuation zone maps | See above | |
| FEMA flood map | See above | |
| USDA wildfire risk | Apr 15, 2026 | Not shown: FEMA rates wildfire risk here relatively low |
| FEMA National Risk Index | See above | |
| CMS hospitals, home health, dialysis, hospice and doctors; OpenStreetMap pharmacies | See above | |
| HUD Multifamily Properties - Assisted | Jul 6, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| State Veterans Homes (NASVH directory) | Sep 20, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| CMS Hospice - General Information | Aug 19, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| CMS Home Health Care Agencies | May 27, 2026 | Nothing on record |
Common questionsAnswers to 4 questions families ask
What type of care does Shem Creek at South Bay provide?
Shem Creek at South Bay is licensed by the state of South Carolina for independent living, assisted living, memory care, continuing care in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Its licensed capacity is 150 residents.
Does Shem Creek at South Bay have verified testimonials?
Yes. 17 residents and family members have shared testimonials about Shem Creek at South Bay through phone interviews verified by Senior Living Alliance.
How much does Shem Creek at South Bay cost?
Assisted Living in South Carolina typically starts at $3,600 to $4,750 a month. Based on 57 communities that publish prices. These are area figures, not this community's price. The starting prices it publishes are in the Prices section on this page.
How do I contact Shem Creek at South Bay?
Visit Shem Creek at South Bay at 1400 Liberty Midtown Dr Ste 420, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464.
Senior Living Alliance member. Shem Creek at South Bay is a member. Members pay SLA for its resident and family interview program. Payment never changes a testimonial or what appears on this page. How we are paid
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