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5000 Thurmond Mall, Suite 207, Columbia, SC, 29201
4.4
(45 reviews)
"Always Best Care of the Midlands Team ensured that I was well informed, and my loved one received the best care possible. The compassionate care was delivered not only by the care professionals, but by the support team. The owners even checked in wit..."
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11746 Hwy 17 Bypass, Murrells Inlet, SC, 29576
4.8
(15 reviews)
"Our caregivers, Destiny, Audrey, and JJ provided my mother will great compassion. They were reliable and they stayed with our mother for 14-1/2 months. We greatly appreciate all of them. ..."
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1500 Hwy 17 North, Suite 106, Surfside Beach, SC, 29575
5.0
(13 reviews)
"The company, its employees and staff have provided excellent service. I am very confident when my mother is in their care. Their personnel are caring, very gentle and warm when handling my mom. I highly recommend their services to anyone. All request..."
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4703 Highway 17 Bypass, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29577
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I’ve been with this company for a while. I was considering changing but when they got a new office person Letiesha, things really changed for the good! We love her and we love our caregiver and when she can’t be here they always send someone to help ..."
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811 8th Ave. S, Surfside Beach, SC, 29575
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We used Always Best Care Grand Strand for my mom for about a month. They were very nice and I was happy with them. They came once a week on Mondays, and we got billed for two hours. For what we arranged, I was okay with the price. They did some light..."
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1019 US - 17 , Suite 122, North Myrtle Beach, SC, 29582
5.0
(9 reviews)
"This company was a wonderful help with taking care of our mom. We felt comfortable with leaving her in there hands while we had errands to run and shopping to do ..."
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2520 U.S. 17 Business,, Murrells Inlet, SC, 29576
4.5
(8 reviews)
"I have been working with Taylor from First Light who has been so caring and supportive of my mom’s care. The caregiver that Taylor assigned to my mom on very short notice was an absolute pleasure. My mom was very pleased with the care she received ..."
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3009-A Church Street, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29577
5.0
(4 reviews)
"When my father-in-law was in need of in-home care the hospital he was discharged from recommended Comfort Keepers. Everyone we came in contact with, from the office representative doing his assessment to his caregivers, were knowledgeable, professio..."
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195 Prather Park Drive, Unit A, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29588
5.0
(2 reviews)
"When my mom needed help Griswold was there for us. They work with the schedule we need and the caregivers are great. ..."
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205 W Oakland Ave , Sumter, SC, 29150
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Ms Kim and her team is amazing. They is on time. I have no worries. she answers when ever I call. They will love and care for your family members like they are her own. They will go above and beyond for your love ones. Choosing this establishment is ..."
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657 South Coit Street, Florence, SC, 29501
5.0
(1 reviews)
"@ Home Senior Care is very receptive. They are willing to do whatever it is needed to be done to work out the schedule for my dad. They took the time to make sure to interview my dad and place the right person to fit with his personality. I was very ..."
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1335 44th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29577
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My father died in August 2013. Alice met my father way back, but he died in August 2013. My mother had cancer, and she was in remission. However the stress brought about my father dying took it out of my mom. Mom went downhill very quickly. She had f..."
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1601 North Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29577
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We are using AllCaregivers, Inc. for my brother. It took a month for them to get a caregiver match for us. The caregiver takes care of my brother three days a week and helps him with laundry, cleaning, running errands, and things like that. She seems..."
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600 16th Avenue, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29577
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Heart of Grace provides an in-home aide for my parent. Our interactions with the agency are positive and productive. The owner is responsive to requests and quick to respond to texts or calls...."
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4124 Highway 17 Business Suite #E, Murrells Inlet, SC, 29576
"Senior Helpers in-home care services are designed so our clients get as much or as little help as they require to enjoy living independent..."
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4524 Hwy 17 Bypass, Murrells Inlet, SC, 29576
"Providing premier in home care services with our professionally trained caregivers backed by over 30 years of in-field experience, Homewatch..."
READ MOREThe Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey shows that home care agencies in Myrtle Beach charge $4,576 per month for nonmedical full-time assistance. While this exceeds South Carolina’s norm by over $100, it’s about $400 lower than the U.S. average. Local rates are competitive compared to care costs in Sumter, where seniors pay $4,957 for care, and in Charleston, rates are several hundred dollars higher than in Myrtle Beach, at $5,005. In Hilton Head Island, care costs are $1,000 over Myrtle Beach’s average, but in Florence, care costs are lower than in Myrtle Beach at $4,195.
Myrtle Beach
$4,576
South Carolina
$4,433
United States
$4,957
Florence
$4,195
Charleston
$5,005
Sumter
$4,957
Hilton Head Island
$5,577
Home care in Myrtle Beach is moderately priced compared to other local long-term care options, with seniors paying $4,576 monthly for care. Assisted living, which features a similar scope of services in a residential setting, costs about $500 less per month, and seniors who attend adult day health care pay about $3,300 less for care than those who obtain private services at home. Home health care, which includes skilled nursing, costs about $200 more than basic home care, and seniors who live in nursing homes pay considerably higher monthly rates of $6,372.
Home Care
$4,576
Home Health Care
$4,767
Adult Day Health Care
$1,300
Assisted Living
$4,070
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$6,372
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help to pay for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
Home care services are only one of the pieces needed for seniors to gracefully age in place. There are many services and programs that are low-cost or free, that enable seniors to enjoy an independent lifestyle in the comfort of their own home, such as help with home modifications, meal delivery services, and more. Below, we’ve compiled a few of the most helpful resources in Myrtle Beach:
| Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horry County Council on Aging | (843) 248-5523 | 2213 North Main Street, Conway, SC 29526 | The Horry County Council on Aging offers programs for older adults throughout the region around Myrtle Beach. Its services include supportive care via group meal service, home delivery of meals, social activities, transportation assistance and free health screenings. Residents of Horry County, in which Myrtle Beach is located, who are 60 or over are eligible for assistance. |
| South Carolina Department of Aging (SCDOA) | (803) 734-9900 | 1301 Gervais Street, Suite 350, Columbia, SC 29201 | The SCDOA is a state-level agency that offers senior care services, advice and state benefits liaison to senior residents for all of South Carolina. The Department works with assorted regional and local organizations at managing programs and support for helping elderly individuals stay active in their lives and communities. The SCDOA is involved in several major programs for elderly individuals. These include the Alzheimer’s Resource Coordination Center, the ElderCare Trust Fund program and the State Health Insurance Assistance Program. |
| Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) | (843) 546-8502 | 1230 Highmarket Street, Georgetown, SC 29440 | The WRCOG operates as the dedicated Area Agency on Aging for the Waccamaw Region, which consists of Horry, Georgetown and Williamsburg Counties. This means serving as the Aging and Disability Resource Center for the region and coordinating with seniors, adult caregivers and senior care facilities on services for elderly individuals. The WRCOG works through its three county aging agencies to offer small grants for family caregivers, health insurance counseling and information or support on state services for elderly adults. |
| General Robert H. Reed Recreation Center | (843) 918-2380 | 800 Gabreski Lane, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 | The General Robert H. Reed Recreation Center serves as a public meeting space for Myrtle Beach residents of all kinds and offers several recreational opportunities that are especially focused on keeping senior residents active. The Center hosts a constant flow of meetings, games, recreational courses and other communal activities. Its Dance and Gametime programs both include classes and social events for activities such as ballroom dancing, beginner’s dancing and chess tournaments. The Center’s Senior Dances have become year-round evening events. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.
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Idonthaveascreenname
5.0
Review of Heart of Grace Home Health
Heart of Grace provides an in-home aide for my parent. Our interactions with the agency are positive and productive. The owner is responsive to requests and quick to respond to texts or calls.
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Care for Mom
5.0
Review of 5 Star Home Care - Myrtle Beach, SC
I’ve been with this company for a while. I was considering changing but when they got a new office person Letiesha, things really changed for the good! We love her and we love our caregiver and...
Provider response
Thank you! We love all of our clients!
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Rachel Mitchell
5.0
Review of Heart of Grace Home Health
We enjoy having heart of grace as a provider for my mom. The caregivers are dependable, hard workers and a joy to have in our home. Heart of grace truly show grace and affordable pay.
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