HealthLinksSC.com | 17 Nestled on over 100 acres of lush landscape, Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community is a registered arboretum featuring miles of walking trails designed by residents, a bee sanctuary, a community garden, two dog parks, a croquet court and a putting green. “This isn’t the retirement community of the past,” Kimberly Borts, Bishop Gadsden’s vice president of mission and communications, said. “Our residents are active. They want physical fitness, and they want personal wellness training. We are focused on making sure everyone feels inspired and on creating opportunities for unique and memorable experiences.” Located on James Island within the city of Charleston, the thriving life plan community has 475 residences, including a 268-unit apartment and cottage community, and offers independent and assisted living, memory care, skilled care and short-term rehabilitation services. Individuals pay an entrance fee to join the community plus a fee each month based on the type of residence and its size. Cottages can span more than 2,800 square feet and include a gourmet kitchen, garage and large windows to showcase the scenery. Each customizable apartment offers a private balcony or patio. Residents can enjoy a dip in the saline indoor swimming pool, get a massage in the spa, burn calories in the fitness center or express their creative side in Bishop Gadsden’s art loft, with guidance from an art teacher. Run by professionally-trained chefs, Bishop Gadsden’s culinary program cuts its own steaks, makes sauces from scratch and sources from local farms, when possible. There’s a fine dining venue – jacket and reservation required – offering dinner and a weekly Sunday brunch complete with ice sculptures. The Market Place Cafe serves up a casual array of selections including made-to-order pasta, sandwiches, brick oven pizza, fresh fish and a bakery with house-made pastries and gelato.
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