Helena Place was a very cozy, friendly, and comfortable facility. The staff was very informative. He gave me a very thorough tour of the facility. I found it also to be very clean there. The few clients that I happened to see in the lobby area seemed very happy with the facility also. The dining area was very clean. It seems like a very nice social place also. They have an activities director. They have various craft classes, bingo, a social hour, exercise classes, and they have somebody that does gardening. There's a variety of things that they offer.
Helena Place
Offers Assisted Living
7 Reviews
1624 Paris Avenue, Port Royal, SC 29935
Call
(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Helena Place
Assisted Living Reviews for Helena Place
December 05, 2021
I visited this facility
September 04, 2021
I visited this facility
Helena Place in Port Royal was a pretty good assisted living facility. There are no levels and the price is reasonable. It was getting remodeled when we were there, it's big on activities and food, and has its own chef.
June 25, 2021
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My mother is at Helena Place, and they take very good care of her. They identified the battery for her pacemaker needed to be replaced, that's life threatening, and that got taken care of.
The director is Lorie Kesler and Veronica Carstens is the medical leader. It's a small facility and they are very touch with their clients. I get regular updates from the director, and I have weekly communications and email correspondence with the the medical director and the person who actually takes care of my mother five days a week. We have conversations about what my mother needs so I can order things for. They take her to the doctors. The place is just fantastic. I've been there twice.
I've been to several of these facilities, and the bigger the room, the more it costs. My mother's an L-shaped room and she has a queen size bed. She has a 70-inch TV but that was her TV. And because she's in assisted living, she doesn't have a full kitchen. She has a fridge. She is 91, so they keep things because they didn't want her to hurt herself. I think, on a ballpark, let's say three hundred and fifty square feet. It has a big bathroom and a walk-in shower, and she actually can use a wheelchair or a walker to get into the shower.
They have good life enrichment programs there. Somebody called me this weekend and said there was a gentleman from Mississippi there, played the electric piano, sang songs from her youth, like the big band era. They had that every once in a while. They play bingo, and they watch movies together. I think they're doing a pretty good job.
I haven't eaten and one day my mother will say the food was bad, the next day she would say, it's awesome. Any day they have shrimp it is awesome. If they had ice cream for dessert, that's awesome.
All of those places assisted living are expensive. She is a level six and it's like over $6000 a month. But I have no regrets about my mother being there.
Provider Response
Steve, thank you so much for giving us the opportunity to serve your mother, we are so happy that she has become part of our Helena Place family. We appreciate your kind words and the trust you have put in us to care for her.
February 11, 2018
I visited this facility
It had a very friendly and nice atmosphere. They had a nicely kept garden where the people could sit outside. However, it was too expensive, and they were not flexible, so that was a turnoff. All in all, I would recommend them.
April 22, 2015
I am/was a resident of this facility
We had lived here, and it was delightful. The staff and management were wonderful. The activities were involving and pleasant. The food was OK. It was just small. I think we were only 35 residents. They had religious services and bingo. The apartments had a kitchenette and a living area. It had a homelike atmosphere.
June 18, 2014
I am a friend or relative of resident
Helena House is by far the best provider of assisted living services in Beaufort. Mom has lived there nearly 2 years and the management & staff have addressed all/every request I've made. Mom really likes it there and there is always a warm, inviting feeling when we walk in the front door. The place is surprisingly clean. I couldn't be more pleased.
April 16, 2013
I visited this facility
My father lived in here for about nine months and he liked it there, but he wanted to move back to New Jersey so he could be with family. He had a small apartment and was very independent. They provided his every meal and did everything for him. The staff seemed very nice. The only thing was that my dad was bored because he's very active and they didn't have a lot of activities there.
Questions about Helena Place
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Helena Place. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Our residents average about 83years old. At Helena Place, the favorite activities are music trivia, happy hour, exercise, and bingo!
What programs or activities does Helena Place offer to enrich residents' well-being?
We offer a variety of programs to meet the individual cognitive, social, and physical needs. These include large group, small group, and one on one activities such as daily exercise, bingo, music programs, trivia, and crafting.
What places are near Helena Place or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Perfectly located in downtown Port Royal - residents can easily walk to the local coffee shops, restaurants, cafes, and shops. We are also located right next to the Cypress Wetlands a beautiful nature trail and bird sanctuary.
What transportation services does Helena Place offer to assisted living residents?
We offer free transportation to doctors' appointments any day of the week. Also offer transportation for shopping, dining, and social excursions.
What makes the chef or dining program at Helena Place exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Our diverse and "liberalized" menu allows residents to choose from a variety of delicious, freshly prepared meals 3 times per day.
What safety features or security measures does Helena Place offer to assisted living residents?
We have one main entrance for guests and visitors. This entrance is locked at all times - all guests must register at the front desk.
How does Helena Place keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
Our executive director sends out regular updates of the community to let families know of any new information or events. Our nurse is also in close contact with families to provide updates and answers about their loved ones' health and well-being. Families are encouraged to reach out to our community leaders with any questions or concerns.
If Helena Place accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
We accept dogs and cats. They are welcome to enjoy our courtyard located in the middle of our building.
Costs for Helena Place
Services and Amenities of Helena Place
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- In Room Kitchens
- Dining Room Shared Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Garden And Patio
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Health services
- Skilled Nursing
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Religious Services
Guest services
- Overnight Guests
Languages
- English
General
- Respite Care
Costs
About Helena Place
At Helena Place, our senior living community, we develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours per day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care. We are situated next to the Bird Sanctuary and Nature Preserve in Port Royal, S.C., where our residents often go on nature walks. In addition, we help our residents thrive and flourish with a full slate of lively, stimulating activities, such as daily exercise programs, arts and crafts, games, and worship services. Our residents relish regular visits social events and outings, including visits from local schoolchildren and trips to the nearby YMCA, shops, and restaurants. Schedule a visit at our Port Royal assisted living community today.
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