History, Mission & Vision: This Year & Looking Ahead
   

Bishop Gadsden, founded in 1850, is one of the oldest retirement communities in the United States. Today in our 156^th year, we are the most recent chapter in a remarkable journey of faith.  Bishop Gadsden is the collective story of residents and friends through the years who have nurtured and supported this ministry. 

Bishop Gadsden is currently home to 450 residents and employs more than 300 employees. The organization’s state-of-the art facility ranks with the best in the Southeast and is recognized nationally for its architectural design and community service commitment.  Our trustees, residents and staff are joined by scores of donors and volunteers who share founder Bishop Christopher Edwards Gadsden’s vision for a caring community of God’s people.  Through the contributions of time, talent and financial resources by many generous people, Bishop Gadsden can continue to respond effectively to changing opportunities.